If you have spent any time in a studio, you have seen both kinds of headphones without necessarily knowing why there are two. Some seal tightly around your ears and block out the world. Others have visible grilles on the...

Most home studios are built around one or two condenser microphones and a trusty dynamic, and for good reason. They are versatile, affordable and forgiving. But there is a third type of microphone that engineers have relied on for nearly...

Recording a live drum kit is one of the most tedious and potentially aggravating tasks an audio engineer can face. Because it is an inherently complex job, utilizing a methodical, step-by-step strategy is essential. While modern sequencing, high-quality drum machines,...

Zac Farro is one of those drummers who makes you forget you’re listening to a drummer—because his parts feel like the song’s nervous system. In Paramore, his playing doesn’t just sit “under” the band; it steers the band. He’s the...

The modern guitar rig has evolved, with digital amp modelers and multi-effects units taking over stages and studios. We now have access to meticulously captured amplifiers and microphone emulations, all housed within convenient floorboards. However, this introduces a frustrating bottleneck:...

The snare drum is arguably the most critical component of your entire drum kit. It acts as the heartbeat of the music, dictating the energy, the era, and the overall attitude of a track. Whether you are blasting through a...

Few modern artists have redefined what a “solo performer” can do on stage quite like Ed Sheeran. Armed with just a guitar, a microphone, and a loop station, Sheeran has filled stadiums worldwide—from the + Tour to the record-breaking Divide...

The digital revolution didn't just knock on the door of the guitar world; it kicked it in and redefined the floor plan. We’ve moved past the era of the literal back-breaking 4x12 cabinet and the temperamental tube heads that decide...

Real picks from real engineers & musicians at Music Bliss Malaysia. Whether you're mixing in your home studio, producing beats, tracking vocals, or reviewing your final master — choosing the right studio headphones is crucial. In 2026, we’ve tested and...