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AIformusic: 50 tech companies sign new guidelines for AI in music
25 Jun 2024 in Tech
In a step to find common guidelines for new AI tools, 50 of the biggest music tech companies have signed an agreement for the future called AIformusic.
Deadmau5: Enough is enough – artists need to fight Spotify!
24 Jun 2024 in Tech
EDM artist and producer Deadmau5 had some strong words for Spotify a few days ago after hearing CEO Ek say that music creation costs nothing these days.
Udio & Suno under fire: Major labels eying lawsuit against AI companies
21 Jun 2024 in Tech
The major record labels are considering taking legal action against AI start-ups such as Suno & Udio - what is the lawsuit about?
Yamaha FS9 Acoustic Guitar: Perfect for Singer-songwriters
21 Jun 2024 in Guitar
The new premium acoustic guitar Yamaha FS9 comes in two flavors - and both might just be the perfect guitar for all things Folk and Indie - check out the details.
Percussion Special: Great Handpans, Conga, and Djembes!
It's time for a percussion special! There are great deals on handpans, congas, and djembes with up to 22 percent off!
Great Synth Deals from Roland Juno-DS, Novation, and Udo Audio
Save up to 20 percent with these deals on the Roland Juno-DS, a legendary synth from Novation, and one of Udo Audio's instruments!
Pay to play: DJs to pay €5000 for gig at festival in Ibiza
07 Jun 2024 in DJ
A renouned festival in Ibiza is asking potential DJs to pay quite the hefty fee, if they want to perform - is pay to play the new normal for DJs?
Save big on Mics and more: The 21 best deals of the week!
Save big with the 21 best deals for microphones, studio gear, and more at Thomann! There is something for everyone in our list!
Mooer MSC10 Pro: Pro-level Guitars at entry-level prices
06 Jun 2024 in Guitar
The new Mooer MSC10 Pro series comes in six colors and with quite the feature set for its price point. Here's what we know about the new models.
Squier Limited Edition CV: New Models with 100% Classic Vibe
06 Jun 2024 in Guitar
Fender has introduced a few new models from their series Squier Limited Edition CV. These guitars and basses offer a lot of sound for the price!
Spotify’s CEO EK under fire: Artists are taking a stand!
05 Jun 2024 in Tech
Spotify is notorious for its low payments to artists. CEO Ek now claims that the cost of creation is “almost zero”.
Harley Benton ST-Modern Plus: A modern take on 10 new Stratocaster
04 Jun 2024 in Guitar
Harley Benton delivers the new Harley Benton ST-Modern Plus series. There is a lot of Strat for a price that is bound to turn heads.
Synth Deals from Arturia, Novation Summit, and 1010music
Save up to 22 percent with these deals on Novation Summit, Arturia Minifreak, and 1010music blackbox. We've got all the details.
Sweet deal: Buy Audio Interface, get €489 of Plug-ins for free!
27 May 2024 in Deals
Buy an audio interface, get plug-ins for free worth almost 500 Euros! Let's take a look at this nice deal from Thomann!
Drum Deals: The Best Budget Drum Kits to Start Drumming
We've got the best budget drum kits for you to save a pretty penny and start rocking! There is one for everyone.
Synth Deals for Studio Electronics, Elektron, and MOD
Save up to 40 percent with this week's synth deals from Studio Electronics, Elektron, and a multi-effect from MOD Audio!
E-Drum Deals: Drum Triggers from DDrum, Roland, and more!
Get your hybrid drumming start! There are some great deals on triggers from DDrums, Roland, Evans and more at Thomann!
10 years of Bitwig: Get up to 50% off on every DAW bundle!
Save big with these deals for the anniversary of 10 years of Bitwig! Get 50 percent off every version only for the next ten days!
SoundID Voice AI brings AI voice transformation into your DAW
08 May 2024 in Studio
SoundID Voice AI from Sonarworks lets you transform your voice to studio singers and instruments directly in your DAW!
Bang & Olufsen Beosystem 9000c: Play your favorite CDs for 50k
25 Apr 2024 in Tech
The Beosystem 9000c is a bold new CD player from Bang & Olufsen. This design icon from the 1990s is back to reignite the CD.
Synth Deals for Endorphin.es modules, Doepfer, and Korg
Save up to 35 percent with these synth deals for modules from Endorphin.es, a case from Doepfer and Korg Volca synths.
Save up to 33% for Drum Deals from DW PDP, Mapex, and more!
Ready, set, drum deal! Save up to 33 percent with these deals from DW PDP, Mapex, and Sonor over at Thomann!
Zoom MS-60B+ – Plus-sized Bass Multi-Effect
19 Apr 2024 in Guitar
The plus-series from Zoom finally comes to the bass multi-effects! The new Zoom MS-60B+ offers improved sound, additional effects, and so much more!