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Waldorf Iridium Mk.2 – New and Improved!
05 Mar · Well, we didn’t have to wait long for the Iridium Mk.2 to break cover after its leak a few days ago! It’s here, and it’s packing quite a punch! Let’s dig in…
IK TONEX ONE Double Special: D-Tones in Mini Pedal
05 Mar · IK Multimedia TONEX ONE Double Special. A new limited edition run based on the amp's of Alexander Dumble
Rhodes Pianology: A Trio of 3 Deeply Sampled Pianos
05 Mar · Rhodes Pianology brings the sound of three pianos into your DAW: a Japanese upright, an American grand, and a unique Japanese electric grand.
EQD Towers Stereo Reverberant Filter: Ambient FX
05 Mar · EarthQuaker Devices Towers combines epic cathedral reverb with a resonant low-pass filter for endless ambient soundscapes.
Strymon PCH X1 & X2: The Ultimate Tool for Your Live Amp Modeler Rig
05 Mar · If you need hum-free, crystal clear sound on stage, Strymon PCH X1 and X2 will be the last DI boxes for that job.
Move Everything for Ableton Move Update: Powerful Song Mode, Stems, and More!
05 Mar · Move Everything expands Ableton Move with Song Mode, stem separation, synths, effects, and more, bringing greater freedom to the compact groovebox.
PHASE PROBLEMS
Fixing Phase Problems In The Mix: Saving Phase
04 Mar · You record with the best mics and converters, but phase issues can still reduce the impact of performances. We learn about fixing phase problems.
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
Perfect Pads for Protein – Sounds and Presets
04 Mar · Waldorf releases their first official sound bank for the fantastic Protein tabletop synth, bringing Harry van Mierloo's acclaimed Perfect Pads from the Quantum/Iridium to the small but mighty wavetable synth.
Elektron Syntakt OS 1.40 Out Now: New Sample Player Machine & More!
04 Mar · The Elektron Syntakt gets a major update with a new sample player machine and many other improvements.
MacBook Neo Unveiled as Apple’s Most Affordable Laptop with an iPhone Chip
04 Mar · The Apple MacBook Neo starts at $699 and runs on an iPhone-class chip. A new entry-level Mac. But can it handle mobile music production?
Fender 2026: Hot Rod 30th Anniversary Edition is available now!
04 Mar · Fender 2026 at NAMM showcased new Squier Sonic models and a Hot Rod Deluxe 30th Anniversary. That's available now!
Microtech Gefell UM 57: An $8000 Reissue Of A Classic Tube Condenser
04 Mar · The Microtech Gefell UM 57 is a modern reissue of the classic UM 57 tube condenser for unparalleled studio recording quality of vocals and instruments.
Beetronics Pollinator Hazee Delay: Available to order now!
04 Mar · Beetronics goes digital with the Pollinator Hazee Delay, a pedal focused on evolving textures, reverse octaves, and ambient sound design.
Michigan Synth Works LRB-303 Is an Easy 303 Kit for Less Than $500
03 Mar · Get your DIY acid on with Michigan Synth Works’ new LRB-303, an easy TB-303 kit, plus OS-303, an open-source 303 processor.
Guitar Journal
Guitar Journal: Metallica Life Burns Faster & More
03 Mar · Metallica at Las Vegas Sphere, Red Witch Galvanium Overdrive and Lollar Monolith humbuckers!
Software Deals
Newfangled Audio, Universal Audio, Shadow Hills: 3 Ultimate Software Deals You Shouldn’t Miss
03 Mar · Newfangled Audio Generate is now on sale, bringing fresh movement to your tracks. Plus, discounts on UA synths and a legendary Shadow Hills tool.
Novation Launch Control 3: Control Your Plugins and Hardware Synths
03 Mar · The Novation Launch Control 3 is a flexible, compact controller that can take care of DAW operations, plugin parameters, and hardware in your studio.
Apple MacBook Air M5 Is Now Official with a Lightweight and Powerful Design
03 Mar · The Apple MacBook Air M5 offers a stronger GPU, increased memory bandwidth, and 512GB of storage as standard, built for demanding creative workflows.
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Delivers More Cores and More Power for Large Music Projects
03 Mar · The Apple MacBook Pro M5 delivers stronger multicore performance and up to 128GB RAM, built for large music sessions and demanding production setups.
Nux Dual-Loop Stereo: Record and Loop All Day. Seriously.
03 Mar · The Nux Dual-Loop Stereo offers huge loop storage, a color display, and much more at a very attractive price! Check it out!
Happy 303 Day! What’s your favourite box of ACID?
03 Mar · It's 303 day and so it's time to get squeaking on that filter, cranking up those basslines and embracing those long lost days of hope and happiness.
Epiphone J-45 and Hummingbird: 3 Legendary Acoustic Guitars, Inspired by Gibson!
03 Mar · Epiphone J-45 Standard, Hummingbird Standard, and L-00 Standard: three legendary acoustic guitars, inspired by Gibson!
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