YOUTUBER: Andrew Chapman Creative

15. January 2026

Andrew Chapman Creative vs. Interface Hype: Why Your Scarlett Isn’t Your Bottleneck

Ready to bin your interface for the latest shiny box? Hold that thought. Andrew Chapman Creative is back, torch in hand, to roast the myth that a new audio interface will save your sound. With his trademark blend of real-world wisdom and zero tolerance for marketing waffle, Andrew slices through the hype, showing why your money might be better spent on a mic—or some actual room treatment. If you’re tired of influencer hot takes and want the honest, slightly sarcastic lowdown, this is the video (and article) for you. Spoiler: your interface probably isn’t the weakest link in your chain.

Audient iD24, Focusrite Scarlett 16i16, Focusrite Scarlett 18i18, Focusrite Scarlett 4i4, Heritage Audio i73 Pro One, Motu M4, Motu M6, Presonus Quantum 2626

11. January 2026

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Andrew Chapman Creative’s Hardware EQ Tier List: Sonic Street Weapons Ranked

Ready to bin your plugin EQs and go hardware hunting? Andrew Chapman Creative is here with a no-nonsense, laugh-out-loud tier list of hardware EQs, slicing through the hype like a samurai at a toaster-fight. Forget the sales talk—this is real-world studio grit, where sound, workflow, and value slug it out for top spot. Expect sharp opinions, a few sacred cows tipped, and enough honest banter to make your rack blush. If you’re after the truth about which EQs slap and which ones should stay in the pawn shop, this is your rave bunker briefing.

API 550A, API 550B, API 560 Graphic EQ, BAE 1073D 500 Series 1073 and EQ, DBX 530 Parametric EQ, Drawmer 1971 Two Channel EQ, Elysia X Filter 500 Series Stereo EQ, Heritage Audio HA73EQ Elite Series Microphone Preamplifier with Equalizer, Klark Teknik EQP-KT, Lindell Audio LiNTEC Program Equalizer, Lindell Audio PEX 500, Maag EQ4 500 Series EQ, Mackie 32x8 Console, Manley Massive Passive, Neve 1073 SPX, Pheonix Audio Gyrator, Pultec 500 Series, Purple Audio Odd EQ, Rupert Neve Designs Inductor EQ, Solid State Logic SSL E-EQ Mk2 500 Series Equalizer, Solid State Logic SSL Revival 4000 Signature Analogue Channel Strip, SSL Ultraviolet EQ, Stam Audio SA-EQP1A, Toft Audio ATB, Trident 80B EQ, Tube Tech PE-1C, Vintech X73i, Warm Audio EQP-WA, Warm Audio WA73-EQ 1073-Style Microphone Preamplifier and Equalizer

8. January 2026

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Andrew Chapman Creative’s 2026 Pro Audio Bingo: Hype, Tape, and AI Mayhem

If you thought the music tech world couldn’t get any dafter, Andrew Chapman Creative is here to prove you wrong. In his latest video, he slaps together a 2026 pro audio bingo card that’s equal parts prophecy, pisstake, and painful truth. Expect AI nightmares, plugin fatigue, and a nostalgia trip so strong you’ll smell the tape hiss. Chapman’s no-nonsense, hype-busting style cuts through the industry waffle like a rusty razor. Whether you’re a bedroom producer or a jaded studio rat, this one’s for anyone who’s ever rolled their eyes at the latest ‘game-changing’ update. Grab a pint, strap in, and

Heritage Audio & Lang Electronics 312L, Heritage Audio & Lang P. Lane Compressor, Roswell Mini K87

4. January 2026

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Andrew Chapman Creative’s ADAM Audio A7V Review: Truth, Lies, and Ribbon Tweeters

Forget marketing fluff—Andrew Chapman Creative is back with a long-term, no-nonsense review of the ADAM Audio A7V studio monitors. After nearly three years of real-world use, he slices through the hype to see if these speakers still earn their keep in 2026. Expect brutal honesty about accuracy, clarity, and whether these monitors actually help you make better mixing decisions. If you’re tired of sales talk and want to know if the A7Vs are a street weapon or just another studio poser, this is the review you need. Spoiler: Chapman doesn’t pull his punches, and neither do we.

ADAM Audio A7V, Neumann KH120

28. December 2025

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Andrew Chapman Creative’s 2025 Gear Gauntlet: Hits, Misses, and Mic Mayhem

Andrew Chapman Creative isn’t here to sell you snake oil or stroke your ego—he’s here to torch the hype and drag the truth out of 2025’s audio gear pile. In this no-BS roundup, Andrew slices through the marketing fog, calling out the kit that slaps and the boxes that flop. Expect sharp takes on microphones, preamps, and outboard gear, with a special eye for the stuff that actually earns its rack space. If you’re sick of spec-sheet worship and want real-world verdicts from a creator who’s seen it all, this is your rave bunker briefing. Ready to find out what’s

Audient Oria Mini, Chandler TG2 500 Series Preamp, Dachman Audio DA67, Dachman Audio DA87SE, sE Electronics VR2 Voodoo Active Ribbon Microphone, SSL Revival 4000 Series Channel Strip, United Studio Technologies UT Twin 48, Warm Audio WA-87 R2

17. December 2025

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Blindfolded with Andrew Chapman Creative: SSL Revival 4000 Faces the Truth

Andrew Chapman Creative isn’t here to worship at the altar of SSL – he’s here to drag the Revival 4000 channel strip through a no-mercy blind test. Forget brand hype and nostalgia: this is about what actually hits your ears. Chapman’s style is brutally honest, with a side of dry wit, and he’s not afraid to call out gear that doesn’t earn its keep. If you want to know whether the SSL Revival 4000 is a studio street weapon or just another overpriced badge, this is the showdown you need. Spoiler: you’ll want to hear the shootout for yourself –

A Designs P-1 500 Series Preamp, Antelope Audio Discrete 4, Brainworx BX Console SSL 4000 Channel Strip Plugin, Chandler TG2 500 Series Preamp, Dachman Audio DA87 SE, Guild OM240E Acoustic Guitar, SSL Revival 4000 Series Channel Strip

14. December 2025

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Andrew Chapman Creative’s Studio Gear Gauntlet: No Hype, Just Hits (and Misses)

Andrew Chapman Creative is back in the bunker, torch in hand, ready to roast and toast the most hyped (and slept-on) studio gear in the game. Episode 7 of his Overrated vs Underrated series is a no-nonsense, brand-agnostic rampage through mics, preamps, compressors and more. Expect sharp takes, zero brand loyalty, and the kind of honest, hands-on opinions you only get from someone who’s actually battered these boxes in the wild. If you’re tired of sales talk and want the real dirt on what deserves a spot in your rack, this is your jam. Chapman’s style? Brutally direct, occasionally hilarious,

Focusrite Octopre, SE Electronics Voodoo VR2, Warm Audio WA-2A, Warm Audio WA-47

10. December 2025

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Andrew Chapman Creative: How to Make Vocal Sessions Not Suck (and Maybe Even Win Stuff)

Tired of the same old vocal recording tutorials that drone on about gear and forget the human? Andrew Chapman Creative flips the script, showing why being a ‘good hang’ in the studio matters more than your mic’s price tag. This video is a crash course in artist comfort, gear choices that actually make a difference, and real-world tricks for wrangling sibilance and proximity effect. There’s even a mix competition with actual prizes—so you can put your skills (and ego) on the line. If you want the gritty, practical truth about recording vocals, this is your rave bunker.

A-Designs P1 Preamp, Chandler TG2 Preamp, Dachman Audio DA67, Dachman Audio DA87SE

5. December 2025

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Andrew Chapman Creative Destroys the Plugins vs Hardware Myth – No More Excuses

Forget the endless forum wars and marketing brainwashing – Andrew Chapman Creative is here to torch the tired Plugins vs Hardware debate. In this sharp, no-fluff video, Andrew slices through the hype, exposing how both sides use slick tactics to mess with your producer ego. If you’ve ever felt guilty for loving a plugin or dropping cash on a shiny preamp, this is your wake-up call. Expect practical advice, a few gear recommendations, and a reminder that your ears matter more than your wallet. Chapman’s straight-talking style is a breath of fresh air for anyone building a studio in the

Black Lion Audio B12A, CAPI Preamp, Dachman Audio DA87 SE, Daking Mic Pre One, Focusrite ISA One Preamp, Lindell Audio LiN76, Lindell Audio LiNTEC, Roswell Audio Mini K87, Shure KSM32, Warm Audio WA-12

25. November 2025

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Andrew Chapman Creative’s DA67 Review: Does This Mic Bring U67 Vibes or Just Hype?

If you’ve ever drooled over a Neumann U67 but your wallet’s more street taco than steakhouse, Andrew Chapman Creative’s got your back. In this brutally honest review, he puts the Dachman Audio DA67 through its paces, chasing those legendary U67 tones without the vintage price tag. Expect real talk, raw audio, and a tube swap that’s more than just a party trick. If you’re a home studio hustler or just want to know if this mic slaps, keep reading—this one’s got groove and grit.

Dachman Audio DA67, Guild OM-240E Acoustic Guitar, Telefunken EF86 tube, Tung Sol EF806 tube

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