Making music means investing in gear. Lots and lots of gear.
From keyboard controllers and studio monitors to audio interfaces and turntables, the list of gear you can buy is virtually unending. It's quite possible to blow a small fortune on gear and still not have a complete production studio.
As you can imagine, buying the right music gear can be difficult. You might know the ins and outs of a DJ mixer, but you might still be stumped by the specs on a compressor.
Which is why we've put together this page to collect all our gear reviews and lists in one spot.
Refer to it to know what DJ controllers to buy, what audio interfaces fit your needs, and which microphones are best for your home studio.
DJ Controllers & Mixers
Laptops are great, but to truly get the most out of the DJing experience, you need a competent hardware. Use the guides below to find the right controllers, mixers, laptops and other equipment for your DJing needs.
Best DJ Controllers (Overall)
The best DJ controllers in the market, regardless of price
DJ Controllers (Under $1,000)
The best DJ controllers below $1,000 money can buy
DJ Controllers (Under $500)
The best DJ controllers below $500 right now
DJ Controllers (Under $300)
Our top picks for DJ controllers priced below $300
DJ Controllers (Under $200)
The best DJ controllers priced under $200
DJ Controllers (Under $100)
Budget-friendly DJ controllers priced under $100
Best DJ Mixers
All our top-rated DJ mixers, regardless of price
Best DJ MIDI Controller
All our top rated MIDI controllers for DJing
Best DJ Laptops
Read this to find the perfect laptop for DJing
Best DJ Controllers for Scratching
If you want to be a scratch DJ, you'll love these controllers
Beginner DJ Controllers
Affordable DJ controllers for newbies
DJ Controllers for iPad
Easy-to-use iPad friendly controllers
Audio Interfaces
An audio interface is an essential component of any studio setup. Read these guides to find the right interface for your needs.
USB Audio Interface
Find the top USB-only audio interfaces
For Ableton
If you use Ableton, check out this list of interfaces
For Low Latency
Our picks for audio interfaces with low latency
For Home Studios
Home producers, read this to find the right interface
Under $500
Our top rated audio interfaces priced below $500
For Beginners
See our top-rated audio interfaces for beginners
For FL Studio
Our picks of the best audio interfaces for FL Studio
For Logic Pro X
Our favorite Logic Pro X audio interfaces
Other Gear
From microphones and monitors to XLR cables, this section lists our hand-curated studio gear across different categories:
Drum Machines
The best drum machines you can buy right now
XLR Cables
Our top-rated XLR cables for recording studios
Wireless Guitar System
The top-rated wireless guitar systems on the market
Condenser Mic (Under $200)
Our top-rated condenser mics under $200
Best Mics for Karaoke
Party up with these mics
Electronic Drum Set
Our top rated drum sets for beginners
Guitar MIDI Converter
Our picks for the best MIDI converters for guitar
Studio Monitors (Under $200)
Our hand-picked list of studio monitors below $200
Studio Subwoofers
Find the best subwoofers for your studio
Vocal Compressor
Take a better look at vocal compressors
Best Mic Preamps
Get cleaner audio with these preamps
Best Vocal Preamps
Preamps that work best for vocals
Best Computer Speakers (Under 100)
Top speakers without the hefty price
Budget Electronic Drum Kits
Affordable electronic drum kits
Reviews
Check out our standalone reviews of studio gear below:
Akai MPD 218
The best budget beat maker around?
Music Gear: By DAW
If you're looking for gear specifically for your DAW, see these articles:
Best Laptop for Pro Tools
Check out our favorite Pro Tools laptops
Pro Tools Control Surfaces
Our favorite control surfaces for ProTools
Logic Pro Control Surfaces
The best control surfaces for Logic Pro
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Pro Tools Audio Interfaces
The best audio interfaces for Pro Tools
[/su_note]DAW Controllers (Pads, Keyboards, Control Surfaces)
Choose gear from this list if you want better control over your DAW.
Best MIDI Drum Pad
Our favorite drum pads
Best DAW Controller
DAW controllers to rein in the chaos
Best MIDI Guitar Controller
Turn your guitar into a MIDI controller
Best MIDI Pad Controller
If you want top-notch pads, look no further
Best Akai MPC
The top Akai MPCs ever made
Best Control Surfaces
Control surfaces for all DAWs
Best Electronic Drum Pads
Powerful pads for your drums
Mixers (Digital, Analog, DJ)
Our list of the best mixers for all use cases:
Best Digital Mixers
Our top digital mixers on the market
Best USB Mixer
Great mixers powered by USB
We keep updating this page with new reviews and lists. Check back soon to see our latest listings.