Image provided by Carrie Keagan By Malcolm Doak Named for Robert Redford’s character in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, the Sundance Film Festival has been a recurring event at the Utah ski resort of Park City since 1991 – but the story goes back even further. The Sundance Film Read more…
By Malcolm Doak Tips for Using EQ on a Live Vocal Mic There is yet another powerful tool for ensuring remarkable sound when using your hand-held dynamic microphone in a live setting: The EQ, or equalization, circuitry that exists in the audio console or the sound system the microphone will Read more…
By Malcolm Doak Microphones are the portal, the gateway into the world of audio recording, media production and live sound reinforcement. With near mystic qualities, the microphone transforms physical activity into electrical energy. But what happens inside a microphone isn’t magic; it’s science. And it isn’t just the science of Read more…
by Brian Funk aka AfroDJMac When working on a mix, we often spend hours tweaking, equalizing and compressing our tracks to perfection. Everything sounds great in our studio, but once we put it on in our car or a friend’s stereo system, something goes wrong. Our perfect mix is suddenly Read more…
By Malcolm Doak Step across the street from Anaheim’s famous Disneyland Resort and you’ll find yourself in a different kind of Adventureland – The NAMM Show. Every year, the musical instrument, sound reinforcement and pro audio worlds gather to display their newest wares to the industry’s buyers, retailers and Read more…
By Malcolm Doak Introduction There is no place on earth quite like Philadelphia, PA. Founded in 1682, the birthplace of American democracy remains steeped in history. Tourists can visit Independence Hall, see the Liberty Bell and stop at the Betsy Ross house. But Philadelphia is also a vibrant, modern city Read more…
It’s that time of year when the music and pro audio industry converge on the Anaheim Convention Center for The NAMM Show, the world’s largest trade-only event for music products. Each year, companies showcase their latest gear and give attendees a first opportunity to see and try them. Samson will Read more…
By Matt Vanacoro The Samson Go Mic Mobile is a revolutionary product that allows for crystal clear wireless recording to a smartphone in an incredibly compact and portable size. The ability to utilize two wireless transmitters with a receiver that fits in your pocket is both convenient and efficient. After Read more…
by Malcolm Doak The social media explosion continues to grow and evolve all around us. Personal platforms for online communication ebb and flow. Pioneers like Myspace have waned, or completely disappeared, while sites like Facebook and Instagram now tie generations together around the globe. These online platforms allow nearly anyone Read more…
Samson recently teamed up with B&H Photo to host a special mobile storytelling discussion and Q&A featuring today’s top content creators. The free event was held in the B&H Event Space at the company’s retail headquarters in New York City and was live streamed on their social media and websites. Read more…