Novation Launchpad Pro gets scales

The latest firmware for the Launchpad Pro takes it from a controller to a completely playable musical instrument.

Erica Synths Fusion Drone synth modules released – For those that enjoy the madness

With these two new synth modules, Erica pledge to give you all kinds of inspiration for ambience, soundscapes and sheer sonic lunacy.

Waves Tune Real-Time – Can’t sing in tune? Not a problem

The new Waves plugin seeks to keep you in pitch, allegedly with no noticeable lag...

Dreadbox Murmux V2 Limited Edition desktop analogue synth – The Beast is back

A new updated version of a popular boutique synthesiser, this new Murmux has a more aggressive darker feel all round.

Kombos a truly modular keyboard

A truly modular controller keyboard system, This is designed to be as versatile as possible and easy to travel with.

Charvel Guthrie Govan new Brittanica Red limited edition signature guitar

Mr Guthrie Govan doesn't do things by halves and so it's great to see a new variation on his much-loved signature guitar model.

Moog Foundation Summer Raffle – Original Memory Moog up for grabs!

Usually, raffles conjure up thoughts of winning food hampers and stuffed toys. Not this raffle though. No, this time you can win an original 1980s Memory Moog!

Ibanez celebrate 25th anniversary of Steve Vai’s landmark Passion & Warfare album

Celebrating the album that gave us For The Love Of God, Blue Powder and Alien Water Kiss, Ibanez and Steve Vai collaborate on some truly unique 7-string monster guitars!

Apogee add Windows “support” for MiC 96k

While Apogee's PR department like to imply that this is a new version of the MiC 96k, all that's new is "support" for Windows. Why the quotation marks around the word support? Read on to find out...

Cort MR710F MD acoustic guitar – A budget Brazilian?

For those on a budget, could this new dreadnought acoustic guitar get you closer to those Brazilian rosewood guitar tones of yesteryear?

Arturia MatrixBrute modulation matrix video teaser released

The trend for short video marketing teasers is all the rage at the moment, but this latest one for Arturia's keenly anticipated synth is actually quite good!

io808: A web-based 808 for your browser!

808 Day pass you by? Catch up and get your 80s kicks from this web-based 'virtual' Roland TR-808 drum machine.

Gearnews exclusive! Experiencing ‘Isolate’ and upcoming Flares PRO HD in-ears

While on a recent visit to Flare’s HQ, where I experienced their new Isolate ear plugs, I also heard some genuinely incredible-sounding new in-ears to be called Flares PRO HD - you heard it here first!

Pittsburgh Modular Lifeforms SV-1 Blackbox – The ideal portable modular synth?

This really neat-looking little modular synth has 53 patch points and 21 knobs to play with yet seems clerly laid out - is this the perfect deal for newcomers to modular synthesis?

sE finally upgrade Reflexion Filter Pro with Mounting Bracket Kit

sE Electronics are responsible for pioneering reflection filters and now offer an entire 'Reflexion Filters' range. But what about that troublesome mount? At last, it seems, there's an answer...

Roland Boutique JU-06, JP-08, JX-03 Update 1.10 – Control at last!

A much-needed update for the Roland Boutique synth range finally brings the control you need for your JU-06, JP-08 or JX-03.

Magnetic Effects Buzzer UVB76 – a Buzzaround fuzz clone?

The old Burns Buzzaround is a very sought after fuzz, used by a Mr Robert Fripp. Magnetic Effects seek to capture its tone with their new Buzzer pedal.

Peavey ReValver ACT modules: Digitise your guitar tones

Peavey reckon they have cracked the process of capturing your guitar amp's tone on your computer. Sound a bit like Pokémon Go? Well, this one may actually be worth all the hassle.

Fender enters the world of apps with free tuner

The Californian guitar manufacturer dips its toe into the world of smartphones, apps and digital downloads. Will this new tuning app be the beginning of something new?

Behringer DeepMind 12: Pricing and availability announced!

The German manufacturer's CEO has announced in a forum post what the new synth will cost - and as expected, it's not very much...

LightLead: Fibre optic guitar cable in the Dragons’ Den!

Showbiz entrepreneurs Danielle Barnet and David Holmes entered the Den with their new analogue-optical guitar lead, 'Lightlead', and walked away with 70K!

Does every amp sound the same? Ola Englund tests the theory

The Haunted's guitarist tries to prove a point by putting a load of different guitar amps to the test. What do you think, do they all really sound the same?

Focusrite Scarlett 2nd Generation now available at last

The 2nd generation of the Scarlett range of audio interfaces has finally been released, bringing some new features and upgrades over the range's previous versions.

V-MODA and Roland join forces: Today is officially #808 Day!

When an older less hip company wants to inject some hipster coolness into their brand. What do they do?