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Tascam DR05 Firmware

Firmware Update breathes new life into an old field recorder.

Updating the firmware on a Tascam DR-05 after six years thanks to one of your comments.

Allen & Heath CQ-18T Mixer review DcSoundOp

Allen & Heath CQ-18T: Gigging Powerhouse in a Backpack? (First Look & Thoughts)

First look at the Allen & Heath CQ-18T small format mixer and audio interface. How does it really work?

SoundTools CatBOX 8 and SuperCAT 7 First Look & Teardown

We’re tearing down the SoundTools CatBOX 8 and talking about how it works and how you can use it on your next audio gig.

Rexus USB-C to XLR Cable

Generic USB-C Mic Interface Cables

Are cheap USB-C to XLR microphone cables any good for recording directly to your phone, tablet or computer?

Align Array 3 and Remote

Align Array 3 – Network Controlled Inclinometer & Laser

The Align Array is a network controlled laser and inclinometer designed specifically for aiming flown speakers for live sound.

live band in practice room

Wired In-Ears: 5 Reasons Why Wired Could Be the Way to Go for Working Musicians

If you’re trying to make the switch to in-ear monitors for your band, don’t get bogged down trying to make wireless happen right away.

Pro Audio Deal or Disaster | DcSoundOp Reacts

Episode two in the series where we look at used Pro Audio gear listed for sale online and decide if it’s a deal or a disaster.

Nathaniel Rosov WIYK

Pelican Unpack – What’s in YOUR Kit? with D.C. audio pro Nathaniel Rosov

Another viewer submitted What’s in your kit pelican case unpack with D.C. based audio professional Nathaniel Rosov.

Synco G2 Wireless Lav Review

Synco 2.4 GHz Wireless Lav Kit

Synco G2 wireless lav kit makes it simple and easy to get usable audio outdoors in the wind for any vlog or video setup.

News and Updates

Decksaver Allen & Heath CQ mixer cover

Hard Covers for Allen & Heath CQ-12 & 18T Mixers by DeckSaver!

Decksaver offers new slim hard-top covers for taking your Allen & Heath CQ series mixers with you on the go!

PreSonus Eris Pro

PreSonus releases NEW Eris PRO 4, 6 and 8 Studio Monitors

Presonus announces yet anther version of the Eris studio monitors, bringing the total up to six now!

live band in practice room

Wired In-Ears: 5 Reasons Why Wired Could Be the Way to Go for Working Musicians

If you’re trying to make the switch to in-ear monitors for your band, don’t get bogged down trying to make wireless happen right away.

Hi-spec Toronto venue invests in XTA MX36 console switcher.

On a recent visit to Toronto, XTA’s Richard Fleming called in at History to talk shop with its technical team and take account of the MX36 in a real-world situation

How-To & DiY Projects

Wiring the Amphenol 91-MC4 Connector for EV Mics

Electro-Voice used the Amphenol 91-MC4 connector for years, so let’s look at how they’re supposed to be wired.

Pro Audio XLR Z Cable how-to video

Z Cable?

Make yourself the most useful XLR audio adapter you can carry with only a few basic parts you already have.

Audacity Flow 8 Multitrack Setup

Audacity Multitrack with the Behringer Flow 8 – how to set it up audacity to record all of your interface inputs at once.

iPod video battery replacement

iPod Video Revisit 4 Years after the Rebuild

This iPod video was upgraded 4 years ago with SD card, a new top case, screen & battery which needs replaced again.

Hide Mic Cables INSIDE Stands or Hardware

Hide mic cables inside stands and other hardware for a super clean look – easy DIY How-To guide.

Flow 8 Firmware v11749

Behringer Flow 8 Firmware Update version 11749 exclusive first look at the new post fade monitor send feature.

Vintage Tech: The SHURE M267 Professional Microphone Mixer

Pelican Unpack – What’s in YOUR Kit? Michael Morrongiello

Philly based corporate event audio specialist Michael Morrongiello shares what’s in his pelican case audio kit.

David Garwood WiYK

Audio Kit Refresh w/ David Garwood

Repacking and prepping to get back out on the road after too much time off w/ Touring Monitor engineer David Garwood

Audio Measurement & System Tuning gear w/ Nathan Lively Sound Design Live

Nathan Lively joins the What’s in Your Kit crew to show us his everyday audio tools, gear and measurement rig.

What’s In YOUR Kit? Hand Tools, Audio Tools & Network Gear

Kevin Thurber joins us again for part two in his audio kit walk through. There is one more from him, so stick around!

What’s In YOUR Kit? Pro Sound Pelican Case

Kevin Thurber joins us again for part two in his audio kit walk through. There is one more from him, so stick around!

What’s In YOUR Kit? EDC audio gear with pro-tech Kevin Thurber

part 1 In this video we’ve got Kevin Thurber for a look in his professional tool kit that he relies on every day as a freelance audio technician. From corporate

Pelican Case Soft Wheel Upgrade How-To

Shure Brothers