Pop filters are used to avoid sharp "P" and "B" sounds from overloading the mic level and causing distortion; these are known as ‘plosives. Most commercial pop filters are $20-40, but you can build ...

If you've got $1.20 and the need, here's how you can build a shockmount for any standard shotgun mic with PVC pipe and rubber bands. Hard drives aren't the only things in need of some suspension. If ...

If you have ever wanted to plug in a pro-quality microphone and headphone to an iPhone or iPod touch, pay attention and read on. This guide will show you how to make a cable that will allow you to do ...

[wiesi] sent in his latest condenser mic. Rather than use pre-built components, he built from scratch (except the discrete components). He’s on his second iteration, and things look pretty good. This ...

It’s always a great joy to mod things for no real reason other than to be able to prove to yourself that you could do it. It’s even better when the mod actually has a purpose, and can save you some ...