Sound on Sound
by Paul White & Editorial Team
The world's premier audio recording magazine. Sound on Sound delivers weekly briefings with the absolute latest in recording technology, gear reviews, and studio techniques.
About Sound on Sound
Sound on Sound is the 'Reference Standard' for audio journalism. Its weekly newsletter is famous for its 'Objective Rigor'—they are one of the last remaining publications that performs exhaustive, laboratory-level tests on audio gear. It's unique for its 'Technician's Perspective'; they don't just tell you a microphone sounds 'good', they tell you why, using frequency charts and electrical specs. It is an essential read for anyone who takes the science and craft of sound recording seriously.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Scientific Objectivity. They provide the most detailed and trustworthy technical reviews in the music technology industry.
Who Should Subscribe?
Engineers, producers, and musicians who want to master the technical side of recording and stay updated on the best gear.
Content Format
A comprehensive weekly email featuring 'The Review of the Week', 'Technical Tutorials', and 'Industry News Alerts'.
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unmatched technical depth and objectivity
- Very high level of trust and history in the industry
- Covers a massive range of gear from hardware to software
Cons
- Can be highly technical (not for casual listeners)
- Significant content is behind a paywall (subscription models)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it only for home studios?
No, SOS covers everything from $100 plugins to $100,000 mixing consoles and professional studio architecture.
How often is Sound on Sound published?
Sound on Sound is published weekly.
Is Sound on Sound free?
The pricing for Sound on Sound is Free / Paid. Free weekly email + Paid for digital/print magazine subscription.
About the Author: Paul White & Editorial Team
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