Empirical Labs launches Big FrEQ – parametric EQ plug-in with analog saturation

The makers of the legendary Distressor have (kinda) unveiled a new workhorse analogue parametric EQ plug-in with analog saturation. The official launch is coming soon, here's what we know so far.

Focusrite shipping new Red / RedNet interfaces and R1 Remote Control

British audio brand Focusrite Pro has four new products in the pipeline, with availability scheduled for next November 2020: Three classy new interfaces and a monitor controller!

Deal: Kazrog True Iron transfomer saturation plug-in is 50% off

Developer Kazrog has taken 50% off the price of possibly the finest transfomer saturation modeling plug-in there is. That's a lot of iron for your USD 20, indeed!

NUX MG-300 now shipping: A feature packed, wallet friendly powerhouse

The new NUX MG-300 Modelling Guitar Processor is here at last. This tiny unit manages to pack in some serious features, and at only about half the price of a single boutique pedal!

Klavee: a spectrally modelled reed plucked and very rare electric piano

Modelled on a very rare example of a functional Klaviphon built in the Czech Republic in the 1960s that generated sound by plucking reeds with wooden hammers.

Mutable Instruments Stages gets an extended sequencer firmware

Stages, the Segment Generator 6-stage envelope, LFO and 4-step sequencer machine, has a firmware update to make it more usable as a standalone sequencer. Also, Marbles has a secret mode.

Danelectro Baby Sitar – get those Paint It Black tones!

In 1968, the Baby Sitar was at the forefront of psychedelic raga rock, being used by bands like the Rolling Stoners and Beatles. Danelectro has now re-released the model in a new Vintage Aqua finish.

Foxgear Tweed 55 and Plexi 55: two classic amps in a pedal format

Imagine fitting a Marshall Plexi or Fender Twin tube amp onto your pedalboard. Well, Foxgear is about to release its new Plexi 55 and Tweed 55 pedals which will do just that.

Klevgränd Skaka: Shaker percussion instrument with intelligent grooves

While the VSTi does contain a motherload of shaker percussions, what's more interesting is the built-in sequencer's abilities to make those samples groove in time with your tune.

MXL Revelation MINI FET Mic: Tube mic sound in a super-compact FET package

MXL is reworking is tube microphone tech into a compact FET-based format, hoping to retain audio quality while increasing flexibility. Ambitious, but not impossible by any means!

SSL broke the secret of Fusion’s hidden Listen Mic Compressor!

Got an SSL Fusion? There's more to this unit than meets the eye - press and hold the HFC Compressor IN button for five seconds and you should hear some magic happen!

Deal: Buy Output Substance bass engine, get all 3 expansions for free!

Output is selling its Substance bass engine/instrument with its three official expansions thrown in for free. A great time to buy!

Get 1GB of free sounds + 30%-off discount voucher from ModeAudio

ModeAudio and Waves are giving away 1GB of free sounds + a 30% off sitewide voucher for ModeAudio's webstore. Jump in!

Modal Electronics teases a new blue synthesizer

As part of virtual Synthfest 2020 Modal Electronics released a little video showing glimpses of their history and finished with a gorgeous shot of a mysterious blue synthesizer.

Fender’s new flagship American Professional II series is finally here!

Fender officially launches its new American Professional II series, featuring all your old favourites with a mix of vintage styling and modern appointments.

Softube Modular assimilates Statement Lead, Monoment Bass and Parallels

Softube's Modular simulation software has gathered "modular ready" versions of their most recent software virtual instruments taking it to broader destinations.

SunnAudio NU-1 Nucleus: an analogue preamp/distortion pedal

The new compact SunnAudio NU-1 Nucleus preamp/distortion pedal is a dual voiced analogue preamp that can handle all your electric, acoustic and even bass guitars.

Syntaxis micromodular: build your own breadboard modular synth

With a breadboard and a range of Syntaxis micromodular modules you can build your own modular synthesizer for a fraction of the price of Eurorack.

u-he releases introduction to CVilization video and we are none the wiser

The long-awaited CVilization module from software synth specialists u-he is a glorious display of colour and possibility but what does it do?

Prepare for BATTLE: Ginkosynthese DJ style mixer for Eurorack

BATTLE is a 2 channel mixer inspired by DJ battle mixers from the Hip-Hop scene but designed for creative patching within a Eurorack system. Also, check out the PHONO preamp.

Free DAW: Splice is giving away Ableton Live 10 Lite!

Splice is giving away Ableton Live 10 Lite, a stripped down version of its flagship DAW, for free! Simply go to their website and register. Offer valid until December 31, 2020.

LiquidSonics Reverberate 3: an advanced reverb for convolution lovers

LiquidSonics Reverberate 3 packs a new convolution engine that allows for extensive modulating and splicing IRs into impossible reverbs. The price is new, too - USD 99!

New, affordable Larada Legion models from Abasi Concepts

Tosin Abasi's guitar brand Abasi Concepts has a new, more affordable range. The Larada Legion is available in 7- and 8-string models, and they look utterly fabulous.

The Stinger is Macmull Custom Guitars’ new twin-P90 tone machine

Macmull Custom Guitars' The Stinger is a boutique P90 model with a vintage vibe, high attention to detail, and all the makings of a solid, roadworthy instrument with great tone and versatility.