Liona & KeFear
KeFear
Hey Liona, ever wonder if the loudest claims about new audio gear are just noise? I love digging into the old gear that still makes more headspace than the shiny new stuff. What do you think about the hype versus reality in the tech world?
Liona
Sure, the big marketing teams love to paint a soundscape like a fairy‑tale, but the proof is in the headphones, not the hype. Old gear’s a reliable baseline, and when the new stuff promises magic, I check the specs, test it, and see if the “headspace” actually feels bigger or just louder. It’s always the same—if the numbers don’t add up, the claim doesn’t.
KeFear
Sounds like you’re listening for the true pulse, not the hype’s echo. I keep a pile of old gear at my studio, a steady beat that never skips. When the new stuff comes, I let the sound speak louder than the ads. If the numbers don’t line up, I treat it like a bad chorus and move on. What’s your go‑to piece that keeps the rhythm honest?
Liona
My go‑to is a 48‑hp Tascam 388 tape machine – no flashy LEDs, no streaming, just magnetic tape that forces you to really hear. If a new gear’s got a glossy brochure, I test it against the tape and see if the sound stays honest. If it doesn’t, I call it a bad chorus and move on.
KeFear
The 388’s hiss is like a confession, no sugarcoat. I’ll pick up a vintage synth and let it haunt me – if the new gear can’t stand in that darkness, it’s just another echo. Got any other relics that make you feel the same?