Artist: The Gear

As I mentioned in my previous posts, there were a number of microphones on display at AES in San Francisco. We've shown some from Telefunken , Audio-Technica , and MXL . I will have a couple more videos in the next few days showing mics from Cascade and Audix as well. In this video, John Born from Shure shows off the features of the Shure KSM9HS Dual-Diaphragm Vocal Condenser Microphone. From the Shure Website: Shure Incorporated has introduced a new variant of its [...]

When attending AES, you have an opportunity to demo and try out new software and products being released over the next few months. The Noise Room will be previewing some of this gear with numerous videos that we shot at AES. I was impressed by the number of microphones that were on display. In this video, Kevin Weiss from MXL Microphones talks about their new CR30 condenser mic that will be available towards the end of the year. From MXL Microphones: MXL, a leading manufacturer of consumer and [...]

iZotope has been busy lately. They have just announced Trash 2, the ultimate distortion and audio mangling toolbox and Insight, an essential metering suite at AES 2012 in San Francisco. They've also licensed a suite of audio repair and restoration tools for the debut of Sound Forge™ Pro Mac, Sony’s Professional Digital Audio Editor. In this video TJ Jordan of iZotope gives us a quick demo of Trash 2. The new plug-in will be released in mid-November and we hope to do a hands-on review at that time. From iZotope's Website: [...]

Supreme teams up with legendary music label Stax Records for their latest collection of t-shirts. Originally based in Memphis, the Stax name rings synonymous with Southern soul music with their [...] The post Stax Records x Supreme Collection appeared first on The Smoking Section .

The Noise Room attended AES in San Francisco this weekend. We shot a bunch of videos and talked to a number of companies who launched new products. We'll be posting them over the next week. Here we have Gary Boss from Audio-Technica showing the new AT5040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone that was just announced this weekend. From Audio-Technica's Website: Audio-Technica is launching its flagship 50 Series of elite studio microphones with the AT5040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone at the AES Convention in San Francisco today. Audio-Technica’s [...]

Jason Scheuner from TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik hits one out of the park as he shows some of the company's mics and products at AES 2012 in San Francisco. TELEFUNKEN introduced a number of items at AES this year including the M81 Reggae Mic, the M80 Solid Color Line, and the new R-F-T Stereo Sets. From TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik's Website: Built to a standard, not to a price, TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik™ microphones are the world's finest microphones. Ranging from meticulously engineered, handcrafted historic replicas of classic [...]

No Niketown near your zip code? Then taking a look at the newly opened Nike store in Washingston, DC probably won't help ease the sting. Still, looking at images of [...] The post PoV: A Visual Trip Through The New Nike Georgetown In Washington, DC appeared first on The Smoking Section .

Heads probably need a Halloween shoe whose usage can extend pass October 31st. May as well pick up Nike's latest Air Force 1 that's included in the "Glow In The [...] The post Cop: Nike Air Force 1 “Glow In The Dark” appeared first on The Smoking Section .

Derrick Rose may not be back on the court with the Bulls in the preseason, but that's not slowing adidas for stocking store shelves with more colorways of his latest [...] The post Coming Attractions: adidas Rose 3 “Alternate Away” appeared first on The Smoking Section .

IK Multimedia are about to release the iRig KEYS within the month's end. The iRig KEYS is an easy-to-use, MINI-Keys, MIDI keyboard controller that allows you to connect directly into any Mac/PC computer or iPhone, iPod touch or iPad . Coupled with I K Multimedia's iGrand Piano for iPad, and SampleTank for iPhone + iPad apps , anyone can learn to play and produce music with amazing sound and ultimate portability! Great for new learners, classrooms, and also for anyone who wants to [...]

Summer 2013 too far away for us to be discussing what sneakers to buy? Never. With the way releases are rolling out these days, heads have to prepare a detailed [...] The post Coming Attractions: Nike Air Max Engineered Mesh "Sunset Pack" appeared first on The Smoking Section .

If any sneaker model has a level of expectation to live up to, it would be the KD V. The previous model, the Zoom KD IV, had to be one [...] The post Nike Unveils The Zoom KD V, Kevin Durant's Fifth Signature Shoe appeared first on The Smoking Section .

It's not an Air Force 1. It's a Lunar Force 1. That's right, Nike's giving Lunaralon technology a shot on the AF1. As sacrilegious as the model might seem, the [...] The post Sneak Peek: Nike Lunar Force 1 appeared first on The Smoking Section .

UNDRCRWN is getting behind President Obama and his re-election efforts with the release of the "Gotta Be Barack" tee. Much like they did in 2008 when Obama was running against [...] The post Cop: UNDRCRWN's "Gotta Be Barack" Tee appeared first on The Smoking Section .

He's rocked festivals, featured on BBC Radio 1 and even remixed Lady Gaga to critical acclaim. Turn your ears to the street, Hot Mouth is the name on everybody's lips! Hot Mouth elevates audiences with his energetic performances, driving a unique take on the House genre. Combining Tech, Funk, darkness and light, this [...]

The newest installment in adidas and Derrick Rose's "The Return Of D Rose" series is entitled “Drive,” inspired by Derrick’s motivation that fuels his recovery – to be a better [...] The post adidas x Derrick Rose Present "The Return Of D Rose: Drive" appeared first on The Smoking Section .

What first grabbed my attention when I saw the  Livid Instruments CNTRL:R was the simplicity in design and number of parameter controls available. With 2 banks of 12 knobs sandwiching 12 endless push button encoders above 8 faders, a 16 pad grid and a 32 pad sequencer grid, what more could you ask for? Techno legend Richie Hawtin actively guided the design process, and the team at Livid went all out on their new signature midi controller that was launched earlier this year. Retailing at around $700.00, the CNTRL:R is being marketed as a both a performance machine [...]

When Focusrite announced the iTrack Solo, their new iPad audio interface, I was excited. It fit in well with two areas that I've been exploring over the past year. The first is my series on iPad Music Creation . The second, and somewhat related theme, is the idea of going portable. Yes, the iPad is extremely portable but maybe not as powerful nor as versatile as a laptop could be. I'm happy to report that the iTrack Solo from Focusrite will work well with both options. The iTrack Solo's aluminum unibody chassis seems rugged and has a [...]

Last night's debate was something else, right? Being only weeks away from election day, Rocksmith and Spike Lee's 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks stamp their support of President Barack [...] The post Cop: Rocksmith x Spike Lee's President Obama "Watch The Throne" T-Shirt appeared first on The Smoking Section .

Jordan Brand's going all out with the various make-believe characters and colorways for the Kilroy Pack. The namesake colorway hit stores last weekend and the “Fontay Montana” released yesterday, yet [...] The post Coming Attractions: Air Jordan 9 “Motorboat Jones” appeared first on The Smoking Section .