Danelectro adds new colour options to ‘64XT and ‘59X12, ships new ’50s-inspired models

Earlier this year, Danelectro teased a couple of guitars that are now finally getting an official release. The company has also added a cool new finish to its ‘64XT and ‘59X12 models.

ASM Hydrasynth firmware update 1.5: New filters, microtonal scales and more

The awesome ASM Hydrasynth is getting even better with the latest firmware update. Version 1.5 adds a bunch of new filters, modulation capabilities and microtonal scales.

United Plugins Quick AG: Perfect acoustic guitar sound in-the-box?

A plug-in made to deal with your acoustic guitar woes, Quick AG blends compression, EQ, reverb and other FX to quickly touch-up an acoustic performance.

Save 50% on Softube Volume 4: 28 premium plug-ins for EUR 400!

Softube is approaching the end of Summer with a 50% off sale on its Volume 4 plug-in collection! The offers are good until August 31.

Zoom PodTrak P4: a complete podcasting studio in a portable format

Zoom launches a powerful new podcasting recorder, the PodTrak P4 with 4 mic inputs, four headphone outputs and pads for sound effects. Yup, it's a complete podcasting studio in a portable format.

Exonic UK AI Master: AI-based mastering at the push of a button

AI Master by Exonic UK is an AI-based mastering plug-in with only two buttons. Are you ready to leave your audio at the mercy of the mastering humanoid?

PRS Guitars Europe launches CE 24 Standard Satin Limited Run

A very limited run of exclusive PRS CE 24 Standard Satin models has just been announced, but only for the European market. With only 125 units available, you'll need to be quick to get one of these.

DeRoom Pro: A machine-learning room removal plug-in!

DeRoom Pro debuts a new reverb removal feature based on machine-learning, promising promised quick and natural-sounding result. The price is for pros, though!

Is this the final Intel iMac? 10 cores, SSD storage, new graphics and more

In what is presumably the final update to the Intel-based iMac, Apple has refreshed the 27" model with new 10th-gen processors with up to 10 cores. The new 27" iMac also features new graphics.

Gibson USA Lukas Nelson ’56 Les Paul Junior: Classic looks with minor modern tweaks

Gibson's new Lukas Nelson ’56 Les Paul Junior model has classic looks and vibe, and comes with a few modern updates added to the formula to make it even sweeter.

AKAI MPK mini MK3 USB Keyboard controller: New keybed and more software

AKAI updates the MPK mini USB keyboard controller to MK3, with a new keybed, endless rotary encoders, an OLED display and a software pack that includes the new MPC Beats DAW. Not bad for $99.

iZotope End Of Summer Sale: save up to 80% on Ozone, Nectar & Neutron!

iZotope is waving goodbye at Summer 2020 with a big sale on its flagship offerings. Until September 1, save up to 80% off Ozone, Nectar, and Neutron + bundles!

Fender Shawn Mendes Foundation Musicmaster with amazing floral paint job

Fender debuts the amazing-looking Shawn Mendes Foundation Musicmaster, with stunning floral graphics that resonate well with this 60s-style, short-scale guitar design.

Eventide ShimmerVerb promises endless pitch-shifted reverbs

Eventide starts off each month with a new effect in its H9 series and has just added ShimmerVerb, a shimmer reverb algorithm borrowed from the H9.

Lava Music teams up with Chemist Creations for limited edition carbon fibre acoustics

Streetwear brand Chemist Creations and Lava Music announce two new limited edition carbon-fibre acoustic guitars, with onboard effects and cutting-edge graphics!

Nembrini Audio releases the new MRH810 V2 Lead Series Guitar Amplifier plugin for a bargain launch price

The new Nembrini Audio MRH810 V2 Lead Series Guitar Amplifier is based on a classic British amp from the '80s, and is currently available at a fantastic launch price.

SpectraLayers 7: More AI, less clicks for Steinberg’s spectral editor

SpectraLayers 7 adds some pretty cool new AI-driven features and audio un-mixing functionality to Steinberg's spectral editing and repair suite, and is available now in Steinberg's web store.

Way Huge MkV Green Rhino overdrive pedal: Smaller package, more features

Way Huge's Green Rhino MkV is now in a smaller enclosure, yet it adds two new functions: Frequency and Curve controls. This thing may go straight onto our shopping list.

Heavyocity Damage 2: A massive sequel delivers even more bonkers percussion!

The ultimate in mangled drum sounds, Damage 2 has arrived with nearly 60GB of oversized drums, ethnic percussion, found objects and elaborate effects!

Could the ARM MacBooks be Apple’s most affordable laptops ever?

A leaker on Twitter says Apple may offer an ARM-driven MacBook priced at USD 799! That would become Apple's most affordable laptop ever. And a MacBook Pro 13 at USD 1099 would be a treat, too!

Best Sample Packs This Week: 808s, Chinese strings, rave sounds, virtual bass

Cool new sample packs! 808s that can be easily modified, a traditional Chinese stringed instrument, everything you need to get your rave on, and a versatile virtual bass plug-in. Let's dive in!

Best free plug-ins this week: SuperflyDSP, Synsonics-V and Essentials Kick

This week's collection of the best free plug-ins features four free effects, an emulation of the Synsonics drum synth and a kick drum enhancer. Here's SuperflyDSP, Synsonics-V and Essentials Kick.

Ernie Ball Music Man announces July 2020 Ball Family Reserve guitars and basses

Ernie Ball Music Man has just unveiled five limited-run instruments as part of its July 2020 Ball Family Reserve. They include two guitars, a baritone, and two bass models.

Microsoft Surface for Music Production: Surface Book 3 or Surface Go 2?

While the Surface Book 3 pulses with premium power the Surface Go 2 can offer some surprisingly music-friendly stability at an affordable price point. Which one would make for an awesome DAW platform?