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Probe Diagnostic Listening Tool
REVIEWED BY Bruce Harvie
A comprehensive review of professional audio equipment from Tape Op magazine. Our reviews focus on real-world usage in studio environments, providing honest assessments of gear performance, build quality, and value. Each review is conducted by experienced audio professionals who use the equipment in actual recording sessions.
Read Full Review →D-1 Multi-Path DAC
BY Larry Crane
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
Model 2400 Analog Console, Mixer, & Interface
BY Tim Pratt
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
PX2 Transformer Interface
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
PSP Wobbler Modulation Plug-In
BY Larry Crane
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
32Classic MS Mix Strip
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
PUNISHR 500 Series Saturator
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
Pro-Q 4 Plug-In
BY Dave Hidek
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
Nuvo N28 Stereo Ribbon Mic
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator Pedal
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
C60 & C90 Type One Cassette Tapes
BY Kyle Field
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
FK Comp 500 Series Limiter & Saturator
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
iLoud Micro Monitor Pro
BY Adam Kagan
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
Needles and Plastic (book)
BY Larry Crane
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
B67-269 (Version 2) Microphone
BY Don Gunn
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
Knife Drop Fuzz/Synth Stompbox
BY Larry Crane
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
MBSI Channel Strip Plug-In
BY Kirt Shearer
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
Xpector Dual Headphone Amp
BY Adam Kagan
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
2+ MKII Interface
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review
DK6 6-Piece Drum Mic Kit
A professional evaluation of this audio equipment from Tape Op's experienced engineers, focusing on practical usage and sonic performance in real recording scenarios. Read review