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Behringer 2-XM: Oberheim SEM Two Voice Clone – Order Now!
02 Apr in Synths
The Tom Oberheim SEM Two Voice clone called Behringer 2-XM is now available for order. Real SEM sound for $252?
Teenage Engineering Releases OP-1 Field VST – The Iconic Synth is Now Available as a Plugin!
01 Apr in Synths
Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field VST: Finally, the iconic synth is available as a DAW plugin with all the sounds, effects, and legendary tape mode. Price?
Review: LD Systems MAUI 28 G3 & G3 MIX PA – For DJs and Events
31 Mar in Live
The LD Systems MAUI 28 G3 & G3 MIX is a powerful column PA. It is compact but suitable for DJs, small bands, and presentations.
iamReverb Redefines Reverb – Exceeds Advanced Reverb Modeling Classic Reverb Processors?
31 Mar in Studio
How does advanced reverb modeling work? iamReverb brings realism and flexibility to reverb!
Topos by Forever 89: The Only Saturation and Amp Simulation Tool You’ll Ever Need?
The new Topos plugin from Forever 89 mixes analogue sounds with flexible speaker simulation. And it does so with all sorts of facets!Dreamtonics Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro: Can AI Really Sing? Reviewed!
AI singing with emotion, expression and modulation: how real does the virtual singer sound? We put the Dreamtonics Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro to the test!Apple Music Now Supports DJ Hardware and Software Like Never Before!
25 Mar in DJ
Apple Music lets DJs mix in real time without downloading – just stream and play - on hardware and software!
Vengeance-Sound Avenger 2.4: Major Update with Phase Puncher, Custom Arps and More!
25 Mar in Synths
Avenger 2.4 brings custom ARP, new FX, and more control over envelopes - a powerful sound design update.
Re-Amping: The Studio Secret to a Better Sound
Re-amping with external effects is not just for mixing guitars, synthesizers, vocals, and drums more organically and vividly. This is how it works!Gibson or Fender: The Ultimate Battle of Faith?
24 Mar in Guitar
For decades a debate has divided the electric guitar scene: Gibson or Fender. The debate at a glance!
Ernie Ball Tim Henson Signature Bundle: Strings and Accessories for Fans!
19 Mar in Guitar
The brand new Ernie Ball Tim Henson Signature Bundle includes special string sets, fretwrap and white cable. But all items are also available separately.
Catalinbread Talisman Ghost: Two EMT 140 Plate Reverbs in a Single Pedal!
19 Mar in Guitar
The Catalinbread Talisman Ghost is the evolution of the original Talisman pedal, simulating two EMT 140s in parallel.
Sennheiser HD 550: The Latest in Headphone Technology for Music and Gaming
The Sennheiser HD 550 headphones are designed to let you discover details that were previously inaudible. A pair of headphones for music and gaming sessions.NI Maschine 3.1: The Next Big Update for Beat Makers and Music Producers
Native Instruments has released another update for Maschine 3.1. And it includes the most requested feature from the community!Audible Enclaves: Ultrasonic Waves Technology for Private Listening Without Headphones
18 Mar in Tech
Directed sound by ultrasonic waves: The Audible Enclaves transmits sound only to selected people.
External Effects in Ableton Live Made Easy!
18 Mar in Studio
Why and how can external effects be integrated into Ableton Live? It works very well and brings more creativity to your home studio.
Serum 2 Released: The Legendary Wavetable Synth Gets a Major Update!
Xfer Records releases Serum 2, featuring new wavetable, granular and spectral oscillators, as well as improved effect routing. But that's not all!Mega Deals: Brainworx Bundles Starting at $24.90, individual Plugins at €22!
Want some new mixing & mastering plugins and a new soft synth? Then don't miss this sale: Brainworx bundles start low, individual plugins even lower!Behringer LM Drum: Is the LinnDrum Clone Really That Great? Review!
13 Mar in Synths
Authentic 1980s sound meets modern technology: The Behringer LM Drum is more than just a LinnDrum alternative. This is my review!
Dawesome HATE: Extraordinary Wavetable Distortion That Pushes Audio to the Limit
Dawesome HATE lets producers break sonic boundaries with wavetable-based distortion and 29 unique effects for total sound transformation.How Tariffs and Production Shifts Threaten Fender and the Future of “Made in USA” Guitars
12 Mar in Guitar
Are tariffs making guitars too expensive? Musicians could soon see major price hikes on imported and "Made in USA" instruments.
Union Audio LE fx: Versatile DJ Effects for Electronic Music in a Compact Format
12 Mar in DJ
Union Audio LE fx is a compact, DSP-based hardware effects processor designed specifically for modern DJ setups.