Gear Reviews

First-person reviews of the gear I actually use in my home studio. No sponsored fluff — just what works, what doesn't, and whether it's worth your money.

Sire S7 FM — A Strat That Punches Way Above Its Price
Guitars

Sire S7 FM — A Strat That Punches Way Above Its Price

A hands-on review of the Sire S7 FM — a stunning flame maple Strat-style guitar that delivers premium features at a mid-range price.

Sonible Pure:DeEss — Another Absolute Home Run by Sonible
Plugins

Sonible Pure:DeEss — Another Absolute Home Run by Sonible

A look at Sonible's AI-powered de-esser plugin. Smart, fast, and way less fiddly than traditional de-essers. Another win from the Pure series.

Vocalista App Review — Can It Help You Become a Better Singer?
Software

Vocalista App Review — Can It Help You Become a Better Singer?

A hands-on look at the Vocalista vocal training app. Does AI-powered vocal coaching actually work for home studio musicians who need to track their own vocals?