Headphones. MIDI controllers. Studio monitors. Audio interfaces. You need a laundry list of musical gear to become a producer.
And buying this gear is never easy. From complex technical specs to subjective performance and exorbitant prices, you have to factor in dozens of variables to buy the right equipment. Expensive gear often under-performs. And cheap equipment often surprises.
To make things easier, we've compiled all our reviews and best-of-lists on this page. Use it to find your next favorite pair of headphones, MIDI keyboard, or studio monitor.
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Essential Reading:
By Total Number of Keys:
- Best 25-Key MIDI Keyboards
- Best 49-Key MIDI Keyboards
- Best 61-Key MIDI Keyboards
- Best 88-Key MIDI Keyboards
By DAW:
- [Ableton] Best MIDI Keyboards and Controllers
- [Logic Pro X] Best MIDI Keyboards and Controllers
- [Pro Tools] Best MIDI Keyboards and Controllers
- [Cubase] Best MIDI Keyboards and Controllers
- [FL Studio] Best MIDI Keyboards and Controllers
- [Garageband] Best MIDI Keyboards
- Best DAW controller (any DAW)
- Best MIDI keyboards for Ableton
By Type:
- Top-Rated Portable Keyboards
- Best MIDI Keyboards for Budget Users
- MIDI Keyboards With Best Keybeds
- Best Mini MIDI Keyboards for Portable Use
- Best MIDI Keyboards for Learners and Beginners
- Cheapest Recommended MIDI Keyboards on the Market
- Best 61 Key Keyboards (Only Keyboards, no Controllers)
- Best Live Performance MIDI Controller
- Best arranger keyboards
- Best MIDI pad controller
- Best electronic drum pad
- Best MIDI drum pad
- Best Akai MPC
Keyboard Reviews:
Pad Controller Reviews:
Headphones & Earphones – By Type:
- Top-Rated Open-Back Headphones
- Best Studio Headphones
- Best Audio-Technica Headphones
- Headphones with Best Bass
- Best semi-open headphones
Headphones & Earphones – By Use Case:
- Top-Rated Earphones for Cycling
- Best Headphones for Playing Drums
- Our favorite headphones for ASMR
- The best headphones for DJs
- The best headphones for classical music
- The best headphones for guitar amps
- Best headphones for digital piano
- Best headphones for editing
- Best headphones for electronic drums
- Best headphones for (any) amp
Headphones & Earphones – By Price:
Other:
Essential Reading:
DJ Controllers – By Price:
- DJ Controllers Under $1,000
- DJ Controllers Under $500
- DJ Controllers Under $300
- DJ Controllers Under $200
- DJ Controllers Under $100
Other DJ Gear:
Audio Interfaces:
- Best USB Audio Interfaces
- Best Audio Interfaces for Ableton
- Best Audio Interfaces for Home Studios
- Best Audio Interfaces Priced Under $500
- Best Audio Interfaces with Low Latency
- Best Audio Interfaces for FL Studio
- Best Audio Interface for Logic Pro X
- Best Audio Interface for Beginners
- Best Audio Interface for Live Performance
- Best Audio Interface for Pro Tools
Studio Monitors:
Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs):
Turntables:
Other Gear:
Reviews:
For Studios:
- Best XLR Cables
- Best Condenser Microphones [Under $200]
- Best Control Surfaces [Logic Pro]
- The best vocal compressors for home and pro studios
- Best vocal preamps for studios
- Best mic preamps
For Musicians:
- Best Electronic Drum Sets
- Best Guitar MIDI Converter
- Best Wireless Guitar System
- Best Digital Mixers
- Best USB Mixers
- Best Pro Tools control surfaces
Misc. Gear:
We keep updating this page with new reviews and lists. Check back soon to see our latest listings.