In a mixing world dominated by digital plug-ins it can be all too easy to overlook or even dismiss the idea of buying studio outboard processors but don’t underestimate what these devices can bring to your studio and indeed your workflows. As we all know, buying an audio plug-in is incredibly easy to do. The vast majority are of course available for you to try-before-you-buy as time limited demos to help you determine if “said” plug-in fits your workflow or not, it’s a very different affair in the 19” studio outboard gear world.

For us to be able to get a feel for what sort of hardware could be suitable for our studios we need to put time and research into all the options available as well as hear as many audio examples as possible of the gear in action before committing to any firm purchases. Luckily, we have produced countless video reviews featuring a great many 19” studio outboard processors to help you in your decision making processes. From mic preamps to effects units, compressors to EQs… check out our Expert Reviews of studio hardware and outboard gear below: