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Spotify Payday 2024: $10 Billion for the Music Industry – Is This Really a Success for Everyone?
30 Jan in Tech
Spotify once again paid a record amount to the music industry in 2024. But many musicians still criticize the unfair distribution of streaming revenues.
Superposition by Dillon Bastan: A Brilliant Multisampling Device for Ableton Live with a Creative Twist
30 Jan in Synths
Dillon Bastan Superposition is a new Max For Live sampler that uses Markov systems to create randomized but controllable sample sequences.
PreSonus Studio One Pro 7.1 Update – And a Free Version is Available!
29 Jan in Studio
PreSonus Studio One Pro 7.1 is the latest update to the DAW. There is a new instrument called Cinematic Lights. But what else is new?
Studio Highlights NAMM 2025: Five Exciting New Releases
28 Jan in Studio
Studio highlights from NAMM Show 2025: This gear is worth a look, and some of it's even available now.
Soundtoys SpaceBlender: Just a New Reverb Plugin or Much More?
24 Jan in Studio
At NAMM 2025, Soundtoys is introducing a new reverb plugin called SpaceBlender. But what's behind it?
FiiO Snowsky Retro Nano is Here – The OG Walkman was a Thing of the Past!
24 Jan in Tech
Not much bigger than a matchbox, the FiiO Snowsky Retro Nano DAC and headphone amplifier looks like a miniature Walkman.
Darkglass Kaamos: Distortion and Octaver for Taylor Swift’s Bassist
24 Jan in Guitar
Taylor Swift's bassist Amos Heller is a fan of the new Darkglass Kaamos effects pedal and was also involved in its development.
Gallien Krueger RB Legacy: New Amp Heads Introduced at NAMM 2025
24 Jan in Guitar
Gallien Krueger RB Legacy 1001RB and 2001RB will be introduced in time for NAMM 2025. Powerful bass amp heads and plenty of power.
Omnitronic PM-202 & PM-202FX: DJ Mixers at an Affordable Price
24 Jan in DJ
The PM-202 and PM-202FX battle mixers from Omnitronic offer the most important features (including Bluetooth!) at an attractive price.
Phase Pro DVS System for Vinyl DJs: Innovative Touchscreen, MIDI, More Power and More!
24 Jan in DJ
The Phase Pro combines enhanced precision and flexibility with a touchscreen, 15-hour battery life and MIDI integration for vinyl DJs.
GR-1 Update 3.0: Tasty Chips Expands the Capabilities of the Granular Synthesizer
24 Jan in Synths
The GR-1 firmware update 3.0 from Tasty Chips Electronics adds new MIDI features, workflow enhancements, and storable multi-timbral presets.
Mick Ronson Cry Baby introduced: And a Dunlop Baby for Kirk Hammett & Sepultura
24 Jan in Guitar
Dunlop presents three models of their effects pedal series: Mick Ronson Cry Baby, Kirk Hammett Cry Baby Wah and Sepultura 40th Anniversary Cry Baby.
Squarp Hapax 2.10 Update with SH-101 mode, Arpoly and More!
Firmware 2.10 for the Squarp Hapax: New MIDI effects, SH-101-style recording, and many creative sequencing enhancements.Fender Player II Strat & Tele – New SPKL3TS Limited Edition Guitars for NAMM 2025
23 Jan in Guitar
Fender introduces the limited-edition Player II Series, adding SPKL3TS to the name - glossy sunburst finishes and classic designs for that signature sound.
FLUX MiRA: New Audio Analysis Software for Studio, Multichannel and Live Applications
With three specialized variants and comprehensive immersive audio support, FLUX's MiRA sets new standards in audio analysis.ROTO-CONTROL: The New Motorized DAW Controller from Melbourne Instruments
23 Jan in Studio
Motorized Knobs and Intuitive Control: Melbourne Instruments presents ROTO-CONTROL, a MIDI controller with a very interesting approach.
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!