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How to Use Your iPhone, iPad or Android Phone as a Sampler

Why spend thousands on hardware when you can spend less than $10 on an app instead?

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The WiiM Amp Is More Than Just an Amplifier

It's an audio server, Chromecast target, and amplifier all in one package.

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Victrola Hi-Res Onyx Review: A Solid Record Player With Bluetooth

A modern tech-infused turntable, perfect for people interested in getting into vinyl records.

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iPhone & iPad
How to Remove Audio from a Video Before Sharing It on iPhone

No more annoying background conversations.

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4 Ways to Add AirPlay to Any Speaker

Skip the HomePod and use the speakers you already own!

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Conversation Awareness Is a New AirPods Killer Feature (Here's How to Enable It)

Conversing while wearing AirPods just got easier.

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (Gen 4) Review: Better Than Ever, but So Is the Competition

The fourth-generation Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is the best iteration of this interface yet, but while it has grown, the competition has improved too.

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How to Record the Sound Coming From Your PC (Even Without Stereo Mix)

Jamming a microphone in front of your computer's speakers is a terrible way to record your PC's audio.

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How to Turn On a Microphone on Windows 10 and 11

Let your PC hear 👂 you!

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Google Brings Back Multiple Speaker Groups for Nest and Chromecast

A patent dispute with Sonos forced Google to disable the feature in September.

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Smartphones Prove That Laptop Speakers Don't Have to Suck

It's so bad it has to be on-purpose at this point.

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The Best PS5 Headsets of 2023

Finally get your hands on a PS5? Consider picking up one of our favorite headsets for the next-gen console.

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The Best Free DAWs and Music Making Software

You don't need to spend big on software to get started making music.

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What Are Microphone Polar Patterns, and How do They Affect Your Recordings?

Even a basic understanding of polar patterns will help when buying, choosing, or using a microphone.

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iPhone & iPad
How to Record Audio on iPhone

Because it's easier to speak than to type!

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iPhone & iPad
iPhone Volume Keeps Going Down By Itself? Here’s How to Fix It

Learn how to keep the volume at the level you like.

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The Best Bookshelf Speakers of 2023

You don't need fridge-sized speakers to fill your life with music. Here are our picks for the best bookshelf speakers.

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Amazon Bolsters Fire TV with a Soundbar, New 4K Hardware, and More

Prepare for a smarter Fire TV experience.

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How to Configure Your Microphone and Headset in Discord

Discord is great for voice chat while gaming, but bad voice quality can ruin the game. Configure your input device for crystal clear sound.

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