Choosing a direct box vs an instrument preamp for bass guitars and acoustic instruments We are often asked by acoustic and bass guitar players how to tell whether a direct box or a preamp is the right choice for their instrument and setup requirements. If you are regularly performing on stage or recording in the… Read More
‘Tis the season for giving, and here at Radial, we wanted to make sure we spread a little extra festive cheer to our loyal customers. As our present to you, we’re giving away one of our most popular instrument preamps over on our Instagram page, and it couldn’t be easier to enter. Bassists won’t want… Read More
With its introduction of the JCR in 2011, Radial introduced a “Radial-tough” version of Reamp® pioneer John Cuniberti’s original design. Today, “Reamp®” is a trademark of Radial Engineering, and guitarists, engineers, and producers use Radial Reamp® boxes on a daily basis to create signature sounds and tracks in studios around the world. Jacquire King … Read More
If you’re frustrated with the sound of your acoustic pickups, you’re not alone. Though there are really only three main types of pickups used on acoustic guitar, they all excel at some things and struggle at others. This leaves many of us searching for very elusive tonal answers. If this is you, you’ve come to… Read More
This article originally appeared in the April 2021 edition of SoundonSound Magazine VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE By Simon Small Published April 2021 Why let guitarists have all the fun? Stompboxes can be inspirational mixing tools. Over the last few years, despite having plenty of outboard gear and plug‑ins to choose from, I’ve increasingly found myself… Read More
The following review by Dana Gumbiner was originally published in the Jan/Feb 2022 issue of TapeOp Magazine. See the Review Here Radial Engineering EXTC-Stereo Effects Reamper This new box from Radial has saved my bacon. I’ve become a bit of an effects pedal hoarder, with a desktop pedalboard rig that has grown to an unwieldy… Read More
As part of a major refurbishment of a parliament building Canada, 640 Radial Twin-Servo mic preamps and 80 Workhorse Power Racks were installed as the primary audio interface between the major political leaders. The Canadian parliament needed a preamplifier that would deliver the most natural and uncolored sound possible, while being able to handle extreme… Read More
Back in June 2021, Recording Magazine reviewed the recently-released EXTC-Stereo Guitar Effects Interface and Reamper. Now, in a video review, writer Paul Vnuk Jr. takes a deep dive into everything the unit can help you do. Hear some great real-world examples of how easy the EXTC-Stereo makes it to add effects to drum tracks, Rhodes… Read More
Tech Corner: the livestream where our Radial tech gurus help demystify the world of music technology. This time round, the theme is Reamping™. For years, producers and engineers have been finding ingenious ways of adding their own flair into their pre-recorded tracks; but with dedicated Reamping gear, the process becomes even easier. External effects units… Read More
The modular 500 series audio format has been around a long time, but it’s enjoying more popularity now than ever before. For those who aren’t familiar with this type of equipment, one common question is “what are the benefits of getting into the 500 series world and how can I use it for my own… Read More
