Author: prosoundpicks

in Guides, Studio Setup Essentials

Building a home studio can feel overwhelming with so many options out there — but the truth is, you don’t need dozens of expensive pieces of gear to start making great music. What matters most are the essentials: reliable tools that give you clear sound, flexible workflow, and creative control. In this guide, we’ve handpicked…

Splice Review: Samples, Plugins, and Creative Tools for Producers

Sep 15, 2025

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in DAW Tools & Utilities, Plugins & Software, Sample Packs/Loops

Splice is one of the most popular platforms for music producers, offering royalty-free samples, loops, presets, and plugin rentals through a subscription model. Instead of just being a massive library, it’s built to be a complete ecosystem — combining a deep sample marketplace, cloud backup, and plugin management in one place. ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (9.0/10) Library &…

DMG Audio Equilibrium Review: Ultimate EQ for Precision & Flexibility

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The DMG Audio Equilibrium is widely regarded as one of the most powerful and versatile EQ plugins ever created. Designed for engineers who want surgical precision without sacrificing analog warmth, Equilibrium delivers an unmatched combination of transparency, customization, and workflow flexibility. Whether you’re cutting problem frequencies, shaping tonal balance, or mastering an entire track, Equilibrium…

UAD Pultec EQP-1A Review: Legendary Tube EQ for Smooth Analog Tone

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The UAD Pultec EQP-1A brings one of the most legendary hardware equalizers of all time into the digital world. Modeled after the classic tube-driven Pultec unit from the 1950s, this plugin is prized for its silky top end, musical low-end boost, and warm analog character. Used on vocals, bass, guitars, or the mix bus, the…

iZotope Neutron 5 Review: AI Mixing Assistant with Pro-Level Control

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iZotope Neutron 5 is the latest evolution of iZotope’s all-in-one mixing suite, blending AI-driven mix assistance with deep control for engineers who want both speed and precision. Known for its intelligent processing, Neutron 5 makes balancing tracks faster while still giving pros the detailed flexibility needed for polished, professional mixes. From AI-powered EQ suggestions to…

Waves SSL E-Channel Review: Classic Analog Console Sound in a Plugin

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The Waves SSL E-Channel plugin captures the legendary tone and workflow of the SSL 4000 E console — the desk behind countless hit records from the ’80s to today. Packed with EQ, filters, and dynamics in one streamlined interface, it’s designed to deliver that signature punch, clarity, and analog warmth straight inside your DAW. Whether…

Eventide Blackhole Review: Infinite Space, Legendary Reverb

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Some reverbs are designed to be subtle and transparent. Eventide Blackhole is not one of them. Originally developed for Eventide’s hardware processors, Blackhole has become famous as a massive, otherworldly reverb that can transform even the simplest sound into something epic and cinematic. From infinite tails and shimmering pads to deep, dark atmospheres, Blackhole is…

Wave Alchemy Radiance Review: Vintage-Plate Reverb Reimagined

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Plate reverbs have a timeless magic — they add lush space, shimmer, and character in ways digital reverbs often struggle to replicate. With Radiance, Wave Alchemy takes the legacy of the EMT-140 plate reverb and reimagines it for the modern studio. This isn’t just a clone — Radiance fuses vintage warmth with cutting-edge flexibility, giving…

iZotope Neoverb Review: Intelligent Reverb Powered by AI

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