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Some links on this site are affiliate links. Here is exactly how that works and why it never changes what we recommend.
How we keep the site free
shlohmo.com is reader-supported. Some of the links on this site are affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. This helps us keep the site running and our content free.
How affiliate links work
When we recommend a product like an audio interface, DAW, plugin, or microphone, we sometimes include a link to a retailer or brand. If you buy through that link, we may receive a commission from the seller. You pay the same price you would anyway. The commission comes out of the seller's margin, not your pocket.
Commissions never sway us
Affiliate commissions never influence our recommendations. We rank and recommend products based on quality, value, and fit, not on which program pays the most. If the best option earns us nothing, that is still the one we recommend. Read our Editorial Policy for our full standards.
What our recommendations are based on
We do not independently test every product we write about, and we want to be clear about that here as well as on our guides. Our recommendations are compiled from manufacturer specifications and official documentation, published measurements and technical reviews, and the documented consensus of professional reviewers and working producers.
Where a specification matters to your buying decision, we link to the manufacturer's own documentation so you can verify it yourself. Prices are approximate and change frequently, so always check the current listing before buying.
Amazon Associates Program
shlohmo.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and other Amazon international marketplaces. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Other affiliate programs
We also participate in affiliate programs with other retailers and brands in the music production space, including gear retailers, software companies, plugin developers, and online course platforms. Wherever an affiliate relationship exists, this disclosure applies.
Advertising
In addition to affiliate links, this site may display advertisements through third-party ad networks. These ads help support our content. Ad placement does not influence our editorial content in any way.
Questions?
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or how we earn revenue, reach out any time.
Contact usLast updated: August 2026