Do you have too many plugins? Yes. The answer is yes.
If only there was a way to sort them all, know when there are updates, and a bunch of other super boring but totally needed things.
If only…
Plugin Station
youtu.be/ZYQneRMPEh0
Ribbon mics. Every studio needs one. Do you have one?
Check out my look at the DireXound DS-R5 MKB! It’s a low cost (as ribbons go) way to get a decent ribbon mic!
Also, it looks like a Royer.
DireXound DS-R5 MKB Ribbon Mic
youtu.be/jVdKhAXtzxc
Yes. I had a look at FabFilter Pro-C 3. Am I late in reviewing it? Yes.
Is it worth taking the time and adding to the pile of reviews already out there? Also yes.
Check it out!
FabFilter Pro C 3
youtu.be/1dhoXCT3zH8
I got so many requests for this video!
I’m gonna rank another bunch of mics under $1000!
Behold!
Mics Under $1000 RANKED PART 2
youtu.be/s0mzk1v-qtM
If you ever compare two or more audio recordings for anything ever, you NEED to check this out. It’s FREE.
Also, planning a patchbay? Watch this video!
ABmyMix
youtu.be/loacW3hj-vc
Here’s a quick video about a low cost wireless IEM.
It’s not bad. Worth a look if you’re in the market!
Xvive U45T9 Wireless IEM System
youtu.be/zy_LfzMko_g
The Elysia Mpressor 500! One of the coolest little compressors ever!
They call it “The Compressor of the Future”.
Check out my review to find out why!
Elysia Mpressor 500
youtu.be/qLKZ0yV5kuY
🎙️🌽
The Beyerdynamic M 160 Double Ribbon Microphone.
Legendary!
…and in my studio right now 🤓
An affordable stereo ribbon mic? Oh yes! And it’s Nude!
Behold!
Nude Microphones Blumlein Stereo Ribbon Mic
youtu.be/yvVuHCKRTNA
I’m back with another tier list video. Why do people love these? I’ll never know, but I’m serving the demand!
This time it’s preamps!
Let’s goooooooo!
Preamps & Channel Strips RATED
youtu.be/5Yhs68E6Swk
The Walters Audio T805s are about to drop!
For everyone who’s been waiting patiently for the new batch of the greatest tape emulating units ever made (actual magnetic medium), the wait is nearly over!
Get on the list and be ready to pounce the minute they’re released!
Https://waltersaudio.com
This might be the best professional UHF wireless lav system in this price range. I’m very excited to bring you the @saramonicusa.bsky.social K9!
It has nothing to do with dogs… unfortunately.
youtu.be/uJadNC97oL8
Just when you thought you got rid of me forever…
Hang out with me as I rank some mics! It’s a tier video that people on YouTube do!
Mics Under $1K RANKED!
youtu.be/2Rimq3FyM6Y
What’s your favorite DAW? Be sure to vote in my poll over on YouTube!
It’s now the finals!
youtube.com/post/UgkxDH0...
Now that Stranger Things has ended, can we take a moment to appreciate the amazing love letter to synthesizers that Kyle Dixon & Michael Stein composed for the show?
Their setup included synths like the Prophet-6, Prophet-5, Univox Mini-Korg, Oberheim SEM, Roland SH-2, ARP 2600, and a lot more!
My final release of 2025!
My annual “best of” video! Check out what I thought were the coolest reviews of 2025!
Happy New Year! See you in 2026!
Best Audio Products of 2025 A TPS Annual Showcase
youtu.be/gNXLK3pNbeo
Happy holidays to you and yours!
Happy Holidays from Vinnie Snowballs and I!
Happy Holidays 2025 - from Vinnie Snowballs
youtu.be/jz9cJ4sRBdQ
Taxes? Not weird. For example, if I won the lottery, I would keep 100% of my winnings. The rest is just regular taxes.
No I’m in Canada. I don’t really do loans anymore. The anxiety of shipping back drives me nuts!
Yeah the 040s are brittle and as expected from that price point. I don’t think I’ve ever tried the m300s. Hmm.
These might be among the best small diaphragm condenser mics (for the price) in the world.
I tested them out, did a song with them, and even destroyed a vegetable and recorded fart sounds with them!
Behold!
sE Electronics sE8
youtu.be/rC-5e26IY-w
At long last, the Z&H Designs V12 preamp review is here! These are based on the classic 70s American preamps known far and wide.
Amazing sound at a great price — albeit with a few negs.
Check out my brutally honest review here: Z&H Designs V12
youtu.be/4FAAs0HARmk
Just in case you need it, here’s a 5 minute tutorial on how to mic a guitar amp with a 57.
And if you don’t have 5 minutes, a crash course: Point the mic at the best sounding part of your speaker and Sally’s your aunt.
How To Mic A Guitar Cab
youtu.be/4A_XInn39r0
Why do companies still manufacture outboard gear? And why do studios around the world continue to buy it?
Isn’t digital enough? Let’s see.
This might be the highest-end outboard gear review video I’ve ever done.
Behold!
Elysia Xfilter Mastering Edition & Xpressor Neo
youtu.be/_7i6TR4xQw8
Do you sometimes struggle with miking up a guitar cab? Can’t get the right sound?
What if it was a simple as dead center of the speaker and 6 inches away… done!
You need to watch this video!
Roswell Pro Audio Cab Mic
youtu.be/k6IcTZbAHfY
Absolutely! I love innovation! Who doesn’t?
So happy to be a part of history in the making along with my friend Mark Yoshimoto Nemcoff!
Soundskrit Firefly!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjeH...
I thought of a few gift ideas for audio recording peeps and jotted them down.
And by “jotted them down” I mean I made a video about it.
Can you think of something useful for an audio recording peep? Let me know!
In the meantime, WATCH THIS VIDEO:
youtu.be/pDh_aDsgVaM?...
#giftideas
I’ve done a lot of audio work in 2025. Here is a big list of my favorite plugins that I’ve used a lot this year!
Some are old standbys, some are totally new plugins.
Come hang out with me for a bit!
My Favorite Plugins 2025
youtu.be/ptEJvqt5a9A
