Freddy Gerngross

Freddy Gerngross is a musician, educator, writer, and audio nerd based in Brooklyn, NY. A writer of reviews, guides, and announcements for the Pro Audio division at B&H, his other bylines can be found at Wirecutter and elsewhere. He can be found throughout Brooklyn and Queens shredding bass and synths for psych-rock, dream-pop, and hip-hop outfits, tearing up jam sessions, and reading surrealist novels in the park.

Latest Articles

3 days ago
Audient has announced the rollout of their new flagship series of audio interfaces: the Horizon Series. Designed to fully meet your scale and connectivity needs, these professional rack-mounted Thunderbolt 3 audio interfaces are available in three flavors, two of which can be mixed, matched, and combined with up to…
1 week ago
Neumann has announced the successor to the lauded KH310 A with the KH310 II Studio Monitor, which debuts alongside the brand-new KH350 Studio Monitor—both of which are three-way monitors…
2 weeks ago
DPA has announced the release of the new DPA 6388 CORE+, a directional feature-rich headset microphone designed for theater, broadcast, conference, and live stage/house of worship applications.…
2 weeks ago
Mackie has announced the latest refresh of the Thrash PA system with the release of the Mackie Thrash15v2 and 12v2 1300W powered loudspeakers. Mackie is known for offering PA systems with raw power and rugged design at an affordable price, and this revamp pulls no punches. The new Thrashv2 has some exciting new tech, including…
3 weeks ago
If you’re looking to get into home recording, you’ll need an audio interface. They all do essentially the same thing, so what matters is the number and types of input/output (I/O) they have. In the current market, every manufacturer is looking to set themselves apart from the competition and in this guide, we’ll go over some popular and affordable series of audio interfaces we have in stock at B…
3 weeks ago
When it comes to converting and amplifying audio, these three terms are often used interchangeably, and to make things more confusing, audio interfaces and headphone amps can have DACs built into them. But fear not dear reader, we’ve got the info you need to make the right choice! Here’s the rundown of these categories and when to consider them: DAC (Digital-to-Analog-Converter) What is a DAC? A…
3 weeks ago
In yet another entry to our 500-series guides, we’ll be discussing some of the many amazing equalizer modules for sale at B&H. In recent years, 500-series gear has exploded in popularity, and in turn, companies have been driven to offer more and more impressive and advanced modules—and with recent advancements in audio technology, the choices even include miniature recreations of legendary…
4 weeks ago
Videography and photography lighting manufacturer Harlowe has announced the release of their new Max Spectra series of portable RGBCW LED lights created to deliver incredible color fidelity and in-camera practical effects for creators who are always on the move. The lineup includes…
4 weeks ago
SSL Subsidiary Harrison Audio has released the Harrison FleX-10, a new high-performance USB/ADAT 10-in/12-out audio interface compatible with MacOS and Windows with the provided ASIO driver. The FleX-10 offers advanced features in a desktop form factor…
1 month ago
In the postmodern era of music production, most musicians, producers, and engineers rely on a computer running a robust Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) like Pro Tools or Ableton to be the studio centerpiece. But despite their power and convenience, sometimes creating in this environment can turn into a series of mouse clicks that eat away at the joy and magic of music production. There are times…
1 month ago
Whether you record demo tracks on the road, produce podcasts at home, or collaborate with other artists in random locations, having a travel-friendly audio interface is key to staying versatile in your work. An ideal interface would be small enough to fit in a backpack, laptop bag, or satchel while supporting multiple types of I/O and USB powering. Seriously, the last thing you need is to have…
1 month ago
Let’s face it—microphones are expensive. We all want a stocked mic locker with the greatest vintage microphones the world has to offer, but unfortunately, that’s a privilege few can afford. But fear not! There are plenty of amazing and affordable microphones in production that rival or even exceed the sound of the classic studio legends. So whether you’re micing up a guitar, your voice, or a…
1 month ago
Perhaps more than in any other creative field, the line between professional and prosumer is the blurriest in pro audio. Just within the last 15 years, the quality of gear that has become financially obtainable by hobbyists and enthusiasts has increased exponentially, from …