iZotope RX 8: Interesting new features and a few improvements

RX8 is here with useful new features for music producers and content creators, along with a host of usability and functionality improvements.

Behringer stomps into podcasting with the Bigfoot USB microphone

Behringer wants to conquer the podcasting mic market with the new Bigfoot USB mic. The spec sheet seems very familiar, with three capsules and four polar patterns. Will it stomp on the competition?

Befaco VCMC 1.2 brings Poly Mode and Web Editor to its Voltage Controlled MIDI Controller

The 1.2 firmware for the VCMC and CV Thing lets you convert multiple V/Oct notes into MIDI notes within a single gate and has a very cool Web Editor for easier configuration.

UDO Super 6 synthesizer is available at last!

The Super 6 is probably the most eagerly awaited synthesizer of recent times and they have kept us dangling so long. Finally the 12-voice polyphonic binaural analogue-hybrid synthesizer is here!

Are you a PRS Pulse Artist?

Aimed at up-and-coming players with local renown that have yet to become global superstars, PRS's new Pulse Artist program launches today. Apply now to be among the first wave of PRS Pulse Artists!

Hell has frozen over: NI Guitar Rig Pro 6 is coming!

Native Instruments has just announced the imminent release of Guitar Rig Pro 6 - and we may finally have an update worthy of what was once a force to be reckoned with in virtual amp sims.

DJ Swivel Spread: 3 bands of stereo widening and enhancing

DJ Swivel Spread is a multi-band stereo enhancer plug-in with some cool features. With 3 bands, a side filter and a tilt function, will Spread become your new weapon of choice for stereo tracks?

Komplete 13: New sounds, new guitar tones and absolutely everything else

Native Instruments has announced Komplete 13 bringing together everything that's appeared since version 12 plus a handful of previously unseen sources of sound and a brand new version of Guitar Rig.

Softube Statement Lead: no nonsense polyphonic lead synthesizer

Statement Lead starts with waveforms of rare, modern and legendary synths drops them through a step modulated filter, shapes, articulates and flows out through FX. Simple, clear and instantly usable.

Newfangled Audio Pendulate: Chaotic monosynth based on a swinging double pendulum – for free!

Newfangled Audio and Eventide are bringing in some new chaotic oscillator techniques in the form of Pendulate which drags sound out of the physics of swinging oscillations - and it's yours for free!

Could The Hurricane from Ivison Guitars be the best boutique single cut of the year?

Ivison Guitars' newest model, The Hurricane, takes inspiration from three famous vintage models, and is all hand-made in the UK using the finest tonewoods, electronics, and hardware.

Three Vintage Moog Synthesizers up for grabs in the Bob Moog Foundation Trifecta Raffle

"Trifecta" just means there are three prizes in this year's raffle: a Moog Source, a Moog Prodigy and a Moog Rogue. All in tip-top condition and could be yours for a $25 ticket.

Joranalogue MORPH 4 and FOLD 6: Dimensional Modulation and Multi-Topology Wavefolding

Joranalogue modules are always packed with deep functionality and exciting possibilities. MORPH 4 is an array of dimensional modulation while FOLD 6 is simultaneous parallel wavefolding - nice.

Is Teenage Engineering about to release the OP-2?

Teenage Engineering has a huge product announcement to make on the 30th of September. They say they've been working on it for years and it's great for the outdoors. Is it the OP-2 or a hammock?

Can Leapwing Audio RootOne lift your LF game?

Driven by a proprietary algorithm, RootOne is a subharmonic generator, saturator, compressor and decay shaper with an easy to use interface. Will it lift your LF game?

Best Sample Packs This Week: Healing audio, vocal pads, world instruments – and a free 808!

The best sample packs this week: sounds that will heal you, vocal pads that add a heavenly shimmer, a robust pack with a staggering list of world instruments, and a simple free 808 plug-in. Enjoy!

Gibson, Fender, PRS & Co.: Do guitar brands matter anymore?

Do you think established brands still hold the monopoly on the industry that they used to? Or have modern production methods and techology made brand-consciousness redundant?

Fender debuts Limited Edition American Professional Stratocaster with solid rosewood neck

Noice! Fender adds two new Limited Edition American Professional Stratocasters with a solid rosewood neck, in Fiesta Red or Desert Sand and loaded with some great Pure Vintage ’65 pickups!

Thomann’s “The Music Never Stops” Virtual Festival now streaming online

Thomann hosted its very own virtual festival, “Music Never Stops”, with 8 talented performers and bands from around the world performing on YouTube and each grabbing €1000 worth of gear. Enjoy!

Lego Les Paul: A single cut guitar for Minecraft!

This amazing Lego Sunburst Les Paul is a full-scale replica of the iconic instrument we all know and love, made completely from Lego and with all the details of the classic single cut.

Arturia 3 Modulation FX: three timeless classics with a modern twist

Arturia is steadily expanding its portfolio of effect plug-ins. The new 3 Modulation FX bundle includes emulations of three timeless classics.

Virsyn AddStation: Next Generation Additive Synthesis for iOS

Virsyn has just revealed their latest software synthesizer for iOS called AddStation. It's based on additive synthesis and combines thousands of sine waves with unique morph sequencing.

Behringer 2500 Eurorack modules now available at preorder for stunning prices

The first four Behringer modules based on the ARP 2500 modular synthesizer are now available for preorder for unbelievable pricing considering this is Eurorack and these are 2500 modules.

Doepfer reissue Dark Energy for Eurorack in the A-111-5 Mini Synthesizer Voice

The A-111-5 is a modular version of the Doepfer desktop Dark Energy synthesizer and it's back. It brings an entire monosynth into your Eurorack as a single semi-modular module.