Equipment News, Leaks and Tips

6 of the Best Video Game Synths: Game On!

25 Jul · Get the sound of classic Sega and Commodore chips in these hardware and software video game synths.

The Best Travel Guitars for This Summer Season!

25 Jul · These are some of the best travel guitars that you should think about taking with you. Because every day is a practice day!

Soundboks Lightboks: Is This the Ultimate Portable Light For Your Party?

25 Jul · "A sound-reactive party light for sick visuals": That's how the new portable light effect with app control, Soundboks Lightboks, introduces itself.

Look Mum No Computer is Now a Computer Game: A RPG Shooter With Lots of Music!

25 Jul · You can now play the Look Mum No Computer game on your computer! It's an RPG that combines shooter elements with synthesizer module crafting. Nice!

Iftah Slippery Slope: This M4L Synth Brings the Sound of Acid Back to Ableton Live – For Free!

25 Jul · Iftah Slippery Slope: This monophonic, direct, and free synth is a lot of fun in Live and on Push Standalone.

Furch Pioneer: Innovative, Affordable, Portable. Is This the Ultimate Travel Guitar?

25 Jul · The new Furch Pioneer series manages to offer premium-built travel guitars at a very affordable price.

EMT 250 Alternatives: The Iconic 1970s Digital Reverb

24 Jul · We're looking at EMT 250 alternatives for getting the classic reverb sound, used on so many hit records for vocals, drums, and synthesizers.

Rare Italian Synths, WirePluck, Quiver: Synth Journal

24 Jul · Check out some rare Italian synths with Anthony Marinelli and Hainbach! Also: a new synth by Rob Papen and a powerful modulation module from WORNG Electronics.

Behringer BM-12 Ring Modulator: More Moogerfooger-style Madness

24 Jul · The Behringer BM-12 Ring Modulator is finally here after being teased back in 2023!

Get a Classic Vocal Sound with 5 affordable Neumann U87 Alternatives

23 Jul · We're looking at Neumann U87 alternatives for vocal recording in your home studio. Are there other ways to get that classic vocal sound?

SSL 4K G Channel Strip Plugin: The Sound of that Legendary Console

23 Jul · The SSL 4K G Channel Strip brings the sound of one of the most sought-after mixing consoles to your DAW in one comprehensive plugin.

Sound Like Your Idols for Less! – Sounds and Presets

23 Jul · Whether you're in a tribute band or just a real die-hard fan, capturing the sound of your musical idol is something we have all tried to do. With Arturia's Software Season, you can get close for a lot less!

Neural DSP Mantra: A Complete Vocal Production Plugin

23 Jul · With Neural DSP Mantra, you get a comprehensive vocal processing chain for tracking and mixing in your DAW in one straightforward plugin.

Palmer MONICON: Affordable Studio Monitor Controllers

23 Jul · The Palmer MONICON range of studio monitor controllers has expanded with a new generation of models for home recording studio users.

HeadRush VX5: Process Your Vocals on Stage

23 Jul · The HeadRush VX5 is a new multi-effects pedal for vocalists equipped with Antares AutoTune and a range of other processing options.

Guitar Journal: JHS Closing, John Lennon Amp, & Fernandes Bankrupt

22 Jul · A man potentially bought John Lennon's Fender amp, Fernandes Guitars re-filed for bankruptcy, and JHS is closing after 60 years.

PRS Mark Holcomb 2025: US Core Model is Back!

22 Jul · Mark Holcomb PRS Signature, the Core model is back in 7 finishes, and refined for 2025

Software Deals: Discounts on FL Studio, Zynaptiq, and UAD Plugins

22 Jul · In this week's edition of Software Deals, there are savings on music production software, but note that these offers won't be around forever.

Save up to 73% with the Soundtoys Summer Sale and get the 5.5 Update

22 Jul · Until 5 August, you can get up to 73% off with the Soundtoys Summer Sale, and the 5.5 Update offers some new features and bug fixes.

The 5 Best Affordable Bass Amps: From Amped to Warwick to Harley Benton

21 Jul · Heavy, growly bass tones don't have to break the bank. Check out these 5 suggestions for best affordable bass amps!

Stem Separation Software for Music Production

21 Jul · Have you ever used Stem Separation before, or is AI still a dirty word in your vocabulary? We check out some of the best options available.

IK Multimedia ToneX One: Introducing the Brown Sound Collection!

21 Jul · Eddie's sound in a tiny pedal! With the Tonex One Brown Sound Collection, IK Multimedia presents three new versions of the pedal with legendary sounds!

Sheepadoodle, ZL Compressor, TilQ: Free Plugins of the Week

20 Jul · Could Sheepadoodle be the most versatile phaser plugin available for free? Check it out in our weekly round-up of the best free plugins.