Midweek Modular: Cool cases, matrix mixing, Acid and fader banks

There's a new case while 8 faders offer CV automation, a matrix of 64 buttons gives routing and you can build a 303 with a series of DIY modules.

Is NAMM worth it still? Do trade shows need to evolve?

NAMM 2022 was much smaller than previous shows. Do trade shows need to evolve and are they still relevant in a world of social media?

Upgrading my music setup with the Apple Mac Studio

We dive into the rather idiosyncratic process of upgrading to the new Apple Mac Studio with our Gearnews.de editor, Marcus Schmahl.

Get that Sex Pistols tone: Steve Jones guitar rig

The Sex Pistols guitar tone is back again on your TV with the new Danny Boyle film "Pistol". Join us as we analyse Steve Jones' guitar rig and style!

Guitar Gear Gems: Lego fuzz, hot sauce, Greeny, Silverbursts!

This week on Guitar Gear Gems we show you how to build a Lego fuzz pedal. Plus Orange spicy sauce, Adam Jones' new Silverburst EDS-1275 and more

Midweek Modular: LA Circuits West Coast elegance in Eurorack form

While most of the modular world takes some time off after Superbooth we check out the growing catalogue from California's LA Circuits.

Midweek Modular: Superbooth 22 highlights

Superbooth 22 was a huge success, full of a vast array of electronic music-making machines. Here's what caught my eye in new modules and Eurorack.

Gibson = Dad Rock? Has Gibson miscalculated for the future?

YouTuber Rhett Shull thinks that Gibson mostly appeals to Dad Rock players and that the brand may be headed for trouble in the future.

Guitar Gear Gems: An oddball Burls Art pencils guitar and a Fender featuring crystals

Guitar Gear Gems this week features two oddball guitars. One from Burls Art, the other from Fender. Plus new mini volume pedal from Lehle you didn't know you needed until now.

REVIEW :Cre8audio East Beast semi-modular synthesizer

We got our hands on the only Cre8audio East Beast synthesizer in existence before release and here's my full, exclusive review and demo video.

Review: UDO Audio Super 6 Desktop Synthesizer

The UDO Audio Super 6 is a 12-voice analog-digital hybrid synth with mind-blowing binaural capabilities. Here’s our review of the desktop version.

Are plug-in manufacturers running out of ideas?

With new plug-ins popping up almost every day, do you sometimes feel like you've seen it all before? Are manufacturers running out of ideas?

Review Harley Benton MR-Modern: A classic design with modern specs

In this review of the new Harley Benton MR-Modern, I put this vintage styled guitar through its paces. Should you buy this modern re-design?

Korg Volca FM2 Review: Is it really a budget DX7?

Korg has revamped the popular Volca FM with some much needed new features. Let’s check out this mini and deliciously fragrant DX7 pretender.

Cre8audio NiftyKEYZ review: The Ultimate Eurorack Keyboard Controller?

The Cre8audio NiftyKEYZ is a USB/MIDI keyboard controller with space for 112 HP worth of Eurorack modules and up to four voices. Pretty nifty indeed!

Five odd and quirky guitar designs that you may not have seen before

Are you looking for a guitar that defies tradition, or stands out from the crowd? Here are five guitars that are sure to get you noticed!

Review: Casio CT-S1000V Keyboard and Vocal Synthesizer

Casio says that the CT-S1000V keyboard contains a revolutionary vocal synthesizer. We've tried it for ourselves to find out what the hype is all about.

Do you really need an M1 Ultra Mac Studio for music?

We've seen the new M1 Ultra Mac Studio, but is this really what you need to make music? Let's discuss the future of home music production.

Mike Matthews owner of Electro Harmonix says no more Russian vacuum tubes in 2022

Russia bans the export of some 200 goods, including vacuum tubes. Does this mean there is about to be a worldwide shortage of vacuum tubes?

Safe from ARM: The pitfalls of ARM CPUs from Apple and Microsoft

Upgrading your music Mac or PC system? We take a look at ARM CPUs and consider some of the factors making it tricky for audio users.

First look review: 1010music Nanobox Fireball – the smallest wavetable synth ever?

Inside the tiny, bright red 1010music nanobox fireball is a full-blown wavetable synth with eight voices. Let’s find out what it can do!

First Look Review: 1010music Nanobox Lemondrop, a pocket-sized granular synth

The 1010music nanobox lemondrop is a tiny granular synth that fits in your pocket. We've taken it for a spin in our first look review.

Where does your electric guitar’s tone come from?

Ever wondered where your electric guitar's tone comes from? YouTube content creator Jim Lill, in his 12 minute video, may have some insight.

Why you’re waiting longer and paying more for your gear in 2022

Noticed that some of your favourite gear is out of stock for months? That here and there prices are creeping up across the industry? Here's why.