Studio equipment is essential for any artist or musician to create their work. EASELS, with 6 letters, are used to hold a canvas or drawing board in an upright position while painting or drawing. Mikes, with 5 letters, are microphones used to amplify sound when recording music or audio. EASEL, with 5 letters, is another term for an artist's stand, which is used to hold a canvas or drawing board in an upright position.