Expert Headphones and Speakers Advice
Hey, I’m Tom, and I’m here to help you with all your questions regarding headphones and speakers.
I’m a mastering engineer with over 15 years of experience, and I know how and what to get the best sound out of your hi fi system.
I’ll share my knowledge about headphones, earbuds, Bluetooth headphones, bookshelf speakers, studio monitor speakers and more.
I’ll also list a few of my favourite headphones and and speakers, write reviews for you so you can make the best decision when buying.
I hope this page will be helpful!
February 18, 2023
Want to keep your Beats headphones in top condition? Check out these tips from an audio engineer on how to clean, store, and handle your headphones for maximum lifespan.
February 18, 2023
Want to keep your Bose headphones in top condition? Check out these tips from an audio engineer on how to clean, store, and handle your headphones for maximum lifespan.
February 18, 2023
Are tangled headphones driving you crazy? Check out these tips from an audio engineer on how to prevent headphones from tangling and save yourself time and frustration.
February 18, 2023
Learn how to attach headphones to your TV in just four easy steps! Follow our simple guide for crystal clear sound and enhanced viewing experience.
February 18, 2023
Want to attach headphones to your PS4? Follow these easy steps from an audio engineer to connect your headphones and enjoy great sound quality while gaming.
February 18, 2023
Learn how to wear headphones while sleeping comfortably with these tips from an audio engineer. Choose the right headphones, find the right position, set the volume at a safe level, and clean your headphones regularly.
February 18, 2023
Don't let slipping headphones ruin your workout. Check out these tips on how to keep headphones in while running from an experienced audio engineer and runner.
February 18, 2023
Learn how to repair a broken headphone plug in this easy-to-follow guide by an audio engineer. Strip the wires, solder them to the new plug, and test your headphones.
February 17, 2023
Protect your headphone jack and keep your gear in top shape with these tips from an audio engineer. Learn how to be gentle, keep it clean, use a protective cover, avoid overheating, and store your headphones properly.
February 17, 2023
Protect your headphone wires and extend the life of your headphones with these helpful tips from an audio engineer. Learn how to clean, and protect your wires.
February 17, 2023
Are you struggling with low headphone volume on your PS4? Don't worry - as an audio engineer, I've got you covered! Check out these tips and tricks to increase your headphone volume and enhance your gaming and music experiences.
February 17, 2023
Having trouble hearing your Xbox One games through your headphones? Learn how to increase headphone volume on Xbox One with these three solutions
January 28, 2023
Chromebooks are popular choice when it comes to laptops. But is Chromebook any good to produce music on? Read on to find out!
January 28, 2023
This article will show you what jobs you can get with a music production degree and help you to choose music production and music technology jobs.
January 15, 2023
Find out how to mike and record a harp. Recording and miking a harp easy way. Step-by-step guide.
January 12, 2023
Vocal chops are a unique and creative form of music production that is becoming increasingly popular among electronic music producers and DJs. Vocal chops are short, chopped-up vocal samples that can be used to create cool rhythms and textures in any genre of music
December 31, 2022
How to tune ukulele To tune a ukulele, you will need a reliable reference pitch, such as a tuning app or an electronic tuner. It may […]
December 31, 2022
If you want to learn how to play the ukulele, check out all the free apps for learning the ukulele. Most of them are really good even tough completely free to use!
December 26, 2022
Best Android apps to record piano in 2023 If you want to find out what are the best Android apps to record piano in 2023 you’re […]
December 26, 2022
In this article, I'll explain step by step process of recording piano in mono on your computer.
December 25, 2022
Find out how to tune your rock guitar and find out what to do to add nice rock sound to your guitar.
November 27, 2021
YouTube is a great place to learn music production but to find the right channels that can offer good music production content is not that easy. That's why in this post I'll list best (in my opinion) music production YouTube channels.
November 24, 2021
Mixing and mastering are often misunderstood. Both have similar processes involved but the actual differences are pretty prominent. In this article I'll give you 11 major differences between mixing and mastering.
November 3, 2021
How to use glue compression in mastering Glue compression is a vital part of every mastering project. It “glues” together all the processes to produce cohesive […]
October 18, 2021
Abbey Road Vinyl Plugin Review. Best Lo-Fi Plugin? If you’re looking for for a lo-fi sound plugin or just a nice and smooth analog sound addon […]
January 21, 2021
Even Stevie Wonder doesn’t record the perfect harmonica solo every time. It comes with patience and repetition. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few helpful hints that can help – and we’ve got them all below!
January 13, 2021
Getting the perfect recording can be very difficult but we’ve found some very useful tips and tricks to help you along the way.
December 28, 2020
The ukulele is a beautifully captivating instrument. It has the power to transport us to a quiet Polynesian island in seconds, but how do we capture that sound? We know how. And soon you will too.
December 28, 2020
We have studied how to improve the sound of your upright piano and want to share with you our set of simple, easy-to-follow instructions.
November 27, 2020
November 10, 2020
How to earn money from mastering Ever wonder how to make money from mastering? How to attract clients and use your mastering skills to earn even […]
I’m Tom S. Ray and I’m head mastering engineer at Audio Unity Group. I also hold a bachelor with honours degree in music from Kingston University in London, I lecture mastering to students in Edinburgh College and to my online students via my Mastering Mastery audio mastering online course.
