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DJControl Mix Ultra from Hercules: Totally Wireless and Professional DJing?
23 Jan in DJ
Hercules introduces the first wireless DJ controller for streaming and app-based DJs, the DJControl Mix Ultra.
Fender American Vintage II Series: New colors and a 1951 Telecaster
23 Jan in Guitar
At NAMM 2025, Fender expands its American Vintage II line with new colors and a stylish LTD 1951 Telecaster.
50 Years of Small Stone: Electro-Harmonix Releases Limited Edition Golden Anniversary Model
23 Jan in Guitar
This limited-edition reissue of the legendary Small Stone from Electro-Harmonix features original components and a stylish gold-colored housing.
Marshall 1959 Modified and JCM800 Modified
23 Jan in Guitar
Back to basics. Marshall kicks off the new year with true amp classics. Marshall 1959 Modified and JCM800 Modified!
New Podcast Kit Collection From Apogee: Everything a Podcaster Needs!
23 Jan in Tech
The 2 new Apogee Podcast Kits offers professional recording quality in a compact package of four microphones and accessories - ideal for beginners and professionals.
Martin Billy Strings Signature: D-28 and D-X2E Models are an Inspiration!
23 Jan in Guitar
The Martin Billy Strings Signature models are inspired by Billy's treasured D-28 from 1940, giving a modern twist to the classic pre-war design.
The Martin Billy Strings Signature Models in ...
Level-Loc is Back: Shure Revives the Legend with Black Lion Audio & Korneff Audio
22 Jan in Studio
The classic from the 1960s, the Shure Level-Loc, is making a comeback as a modern plugin and hardware solution. Black Lion & Korneff Audio make it possible!
Connect 4/12: Bitwig Surprises With Perfect Bitwig Studio Hardware
22 Jan in Studio
Connect 4/12 is a must-have for all Bitwig DAW users, offering perfect integration with Bitwig Studio and high quality audio.
Taylor Gold Label 814e Collection: An Old Soul With a New Recipe
22 Jan in Guitar
The new Taylor Gold Label 814e Collection offers beautiful guitars with traditional elements, new ideas and a beautiful look.
Plugin Alliance SPL Machine Head: The Ultimate Tape Machine Sound for Your DAW?
22 Jan in Studio
Plugin Alliance SPL Machine Head provides legendary tape machine sound and creative control over frequencies and dynamics in a plugin.
Cordoba Fusion 12 Exotic Top: Nylon-Strung Guitars with Style & Tone
21 Jan in Guitar
The Cordoba Fusion 12 Exotic Top guitar is the perfect choice for those who want to combine traditional sound with modern design.
Hercules DJ Control Inpulse 300 MK2 & Starlight DJ Controllers on Sale!
Hercules DJ's Control Inpulse 300 MK2 and Starlight DJ controllers are currently on sale.ESP LTD Signature Guitars for Mick Thomson, Stephen Carpenter, Richard Z. Kruspe & more: A Strong NAMM 2025 Line-Up!
17 Jan in Guitar
As always, the manufacturer is going the extra mile to give us a huge range of new ESP LTD signature models in collaboration with big names in time for Namm 2025.
Spotify Streaming Report 2024 Reveals: 50 Million Songs With No Listeners – 175 Million Under 1000 Streams
17 Jan in Tech
Over 202 million songs on the Spotify streaming service - but 87% of them have not even reached 1,000 streams. What does that mean for the music industry?
Studer A80-VU II: The Original Beatles Tape Machine – Now for Sale!
A piece of Beatles history: Ringo Starr's Studer A80-VU II tape machine is up for auction on Catawiki until 2 February 2025.Studio Deals: Microphones, Monitors, Mixing Consoles and More With Huge Savings!
The most interesting current studio deals with products from Neumann, PreSonus, KRK, Focal, Behringer, ADAM Audio and other manufacturers.Precision04: The WAX Electronics Rotary Mixer for Audiophile DJs
16 Jan in DJ
Handcrafted in France, the Precision04 rotary mixer offers superior sound quality and creative possibilities - not just for DJs.
PUNCH: A New Take on Dynamics With Zynaptiq’s Perfect Transient Shaper!
16 Jan in Studio
PUNCH adds clarity and punch to your music productions - perfect for individual sounds or entire mixes. Now at an introductory price!
resør 3300: High-end Rotary Mixer for DJs and Sound Enthusiasts
15 Jan in DJ
The resør 3300 features a discreet Class A design, precise equaliser and extensive customisation options for uncompromising sound.
Waves Titan SoundGrid: Huge DSP Power for a Maximum Number of Plugins?
14 Jan in Live
The new (X14) Waves Titan Soundgrid and Titan-R SoundGrid servers can run more plugins in real time than ever before.
SanDisk Creator Series: Flexibility and More Storage for Creative Professionals
13 Jan in Tech
With the new Pro Portable SSD and the Desk Drive, the SanDisk Creator Series offers powerful tools for every situation in all areas of the media industry.
Mac Studio M4: Is the Next Generation of Apple Desktop Computers on the Way?
13 Jan in Tech
With up to 80 GPU cores, Thunderbolt 5 and more, the Apple Mac Studio M4 could be coming soon, according to Gurman. But how much will it cost?
Technics EAH-AZ100: Are These In-Ear Headphones Better Than the AirPods?
10 Jan in Tech
The new EAH-AZ100 earphones from Technics feature ANC, Dolby Atmos and magnetic fluid technology. An alternative to the Apple AirPods?