Erica Synths Black System III: Performing modular with the lights off

Emerging out of the darkness is the third version of the Erica Synths Black performance rig. Pulling in modules old and new to form a superb box of sounds and exploration.

Edisyn: Synth Patch Editor covers over 60 synthesizers for free

Edisyn is Open Source and free to download and offers software MIDI control over a large range of synths with dozens of templates and room to build your own.

Polyeight: Behringer teases an enhanced Korg Polysix clone

A little bit too close to April Fools day Behringer has revealed a prototype of the Polyeight based on the Korg Polysix with a couple of extra voices.

Win a Thomann Easter goodies pack including a flight case and €100 voucher!

Win a bunch of gear and a €100 Thomann voucher with this fun competition - all you have to do is paint a few Easter eggs. What could be simpler?

Vermona DRM1 MKIV: the analog drum synth for the discerning electro-percussionist

The DRM1 gets a new update continuing the tradition of its legendary grasp of analogue electronic drum and percussion sounds.

Mega Deal: Big savings on BOSE L1 portable line array PA system

Looking for a lightweight, simple, great-sounding portable PA system? Then this BOSE L1 deal could be a great money-saving offer for you!

Nord Piano 5: two sizes, two layers, twice the memory

The new Nord Piano 5 comes with twice the memory size for the piano and synth sections. They've also doubled up the sections for enhanced splits and layers. What else is new?

iZotope Spire Studio 2: the portable, hybrid recording system gets an upgrade

iZotope's Spire is a unique hybrid system for recording anywhere. The second generation comes with better preamps, more memory, better battery life and other improvements.

Aurora Analog Flanger: A tweakable powerhouse of an analogue flanger pedal

The new Aurora Analog Flanger has enormous potential for tweaking - this is one of the beafiest analogue flanger pedals we've seen for a long time.

Cyberfader: A retro-style fader plug-in with channel strip benefits

Cyberfader turns the DJ fader into a channel strip plug-in with several effects that seem particularly handy for performance and automation.

Boom Library Enrage review: multi-FX plug-in that needs some taming

Boom Library's Enrage is a beast of a modular multi-effects plug-in for music producers and sound designers - we took the animal out of its cage.

Arousor v3: Distressor plug-in gets 2 Opto modes, on sale at USD 70 off

Empirical Labs' compressor plug-in gets 2 new Opto modes, more ratios, second harmonic distortion, and other goodies in version 3.

This new Epiphone Brendon Small Ghost Horse Explorer is brutal!

After being first spotted back in November 2019, it looks like the Epiphone Brendon Small Ghost Horse Explorer 24 fret model is finally getting a release.

60 years of the SG: Gibson ships 1961 “Les Paul” SG with sideways Vibrola

Gibson's gorgeous new SGs are based on the 1961 "Les Paul" models - but these two red-blooded rock guitars are way too expensive to actually play.

The Epiphone made-in-USA Casino is now shipping – would you pay the up-charge?

This premium made-in-USA Epiphone Casino is now available, but be prepared to pay $2.6k. Does the price tag match the specs? We take a closer look.

Gibson’s new Slim Harpo “Lovell” ES-330 is a beautiful blues machine

Gibson honours blues musician James "Slim Harpo" Moore with new Slim Harpo "Lovell" ES-330 Artist Model in Vintage Sunset Burst.

The new Fender Custom Shop Joe Strummer Esquire can be yours for just €15799!

Fender Custom Shop has recreated a limited run of The Clash frontman Joe Strummer's iconic sticker-covered Esquire, with only 70 being made.

Pioneer DJ introduces the VM series active monitor speakers

Pioneer DJ has introduced the VM series active monitors. And they're not just for your home DJ setup: Pioneer DJ says that the VM-50, VM-70 and VM-80 are neutral enough for music production, as well.

Moog Sound Studio: magical all-in-one synth package

Choose from a Mother-32 and DFAM or Subharmonicon and DFAM as a cool synth studio package with a 2-tier stand, cables, artwork and a little mixer.

Origin Effects’ RD Compact Hot Rod: Premium-priced boutique Plexi tones

Origin Effects' carefully designed new RD Compact Hot Rod gives you some quality valve amp tones - but be prepared for a premium price tag.

The Wardenclyffe Deluxe: A new dimension for Hungry Robot’s lo-fi modulator pedal

Yes! Hungry Robot upgrades The Wardenclyffe lo-fi ambient modulator pedal to a new deluxe version with even more lo-fi goodness and tweakability.

Pocket Beatbox: Coolest portable multisampler on the planet

Here's a fabulous device, a box of beats, a slab of rhythms and samples that you tap and play and enjoy and take with you that's both simple and complex designed by Koka.

Ampeg introduces new Rocket Bass Series combos

The new Ampeg Rocket Bass Series comprises of five new combo amps ranging from 30W to 500W, with something for everyone.

ODDSound MTS-ESP Suite: Set your tuning free at last

ODDSound MTS-ESP is a new system that lets you create and sync alternative tunings across your plug-ins and MIDI devices. A breakthrough in microtonal composition?