Recording

Your ideas deserve to be shared. It's time to start a podcast! And if you're starting from scratch, here's a list of all the gear you need to start a podcast — and a few of our favorite product suggestions. 

Nobody wants to hear clipping and distortion (unless it's on purpose). That's why it's important to learn all about gain staging and how to do it properly in your recording process. 

It's AMS's 40th Anniversary! And what better way to celebrate than by looking back at some of the top gear from 1986 — the year we were founded. Step back through time and remember the good ol' gear. 

To celebrate 40 years of helping musicians find the right gear, let's take a look at the songs that were popular back in 1986 when AMS first got started. Bring your shoulder pads... 

Know someone who's always messing around with tracks and mic positions to create that perfect song? Check out this list of the best gifts for music producers — in case you want to get them something nice... 

MIDI is the secret sauce behind today's music. You might even be using it without even realizing! Learn all about MIDI, how it works, and how it can make your workflow leaner, smarter, and more efficient. 

We were tired of bad recordings, so we went to visit Kevin Antreassian at Backroom Studios for some tips. Want to take your recordings to the next level? Here's how. 

Studio time is a big deal, and it's important to be prepared. That's why we asked Kevin Antreassian, owner/producer of Backroom Studios, what he wishes his clients knew before getting into the studio. Are you ready for your studio time?

Ever wonder what your voice or wind instrument would sound like through guitar effects pedals? Well wonder no more! Because we've done it, and here are all the secrets to unlocking unlimited tone — no guitar needed. 

AI is everywhere these days. But does it belong in music? There are some good arguments coming from both sides, but here's a musician's thoughts on the matter. What are yours? 

You have the vision, but how do you get it out so others can enjoy it? Learn how to record and release your own song right from your bedroom — and on a budget. 

Ribbon microphones might seem like a sacred relic that'll fall apart if you so much as look at it wrong. But when used correctly, they can really take your studio to the next level. Here's everything you should know about ribbon mics — and why you probably need one!

How do you connect this to that? Well, if you read this article, you'll know! Learn about all the different types of cables you'll need to connect various pieces of music gear. 

Ready to take the plunge into the wide world of recording? Bring your ideas into reality by learning how to set up your very own home recording studio and all the pieces you'll need to get started. 

A speaker cabinet without a cabinet? That's the magic of a cab IR. Learn all about cab IRs, how they wor, and what they can do for your sound. 

Yamaha always has some of the coolest products, which is why we were super excited to visit their booth at NAMM 2026. And they didn't disappoint with ridiculous new drum mics, video-enabled mixers, and even a new T-style guitar! 

KORG makes some of the best synths in the game. But they just took the game out of the electronic world and into the "real world" with the phase8 Acoustic Synthesizer. Yes, you read that right... 

If you're into live sound, you need both a Shure SM58 and an SM57. It's not even really an option. But what's really the difference and when do you use each? It's the showdown of the two most hardworking mics in the music world: Shure SM57 vs. SM58.

A lot of cool stuff released in 2025. But what was the best? Check out this list of the Best Gear of 2025 to see all the top picks — in our humble opinion, at least. 

When you're tired of worrying about pesky little things like staying on pitch, there are two tools that can really help you dial in your perfect sound. Here's the breakdown between the two heavyweight pitch correctors: Melodyne vs. AutoTune.