Avid teases Pro Tools 2020.11 – and hints at new hardware!

Avid is about to drop Pro Tools 2020.11 and an intriguing new hardware - will the interface include extensive DSPs and tighter integration with Avid's DAW?

Bloomberg: Apple to unveil ARM MacBook in November

According to Bloomberg's Mike Gurman, Apple will likely have a third event in November, where it will finally unveil the first ARM-based Mac.

Is Mackie about to announce a suite of new podcasting tools?

It looks like Mackie is about to release new gear aimed at the podcasting market! A holding page at proaudio.tv teases an upcoming release on 5 October. But what could it be?

Strymon NightSky leaked and yes, it is a reverb pedal

The Strymon NightSky leaked! And yes, the blue pedal is a reverb, and you can see the leaked pictures of this new effect here.

Strymon teasing a new pedal on Twitter: Space & Blue = Reverb?

On September 17th, 2020, Strymon wants to introduce a new effects pedal and shows two teaser pictures. We can already guess something about it. Is the blue a clue for reverb?

LEAK Fender Troy Van Leeuwen Jazzmaster in Copper Age

A new Fender Troy Van Leeuwen Jazzmaster has been leaked online in a Copper Age finish and a stunning looking maple bound fretboard with black block inlays.

Is Fender about to discontinue the American Professional Series?

Rumours have been circulating online that Fender is about to discontinue its popular American Professional series of guitars - we decided to have a closer look...

Warm Audio teases a new guitar product, and it sounds foxxy…

Could Warm Audio's latest video be teasing a re-make of the legendary Foxx Tone Machine pedal? It would mark Warm Audio's first foray into the guitar product market...

Gibson Signature Les Paul for Tool’s Adam Jones enters production

Remember the Gibson Adam Jones Signature model from NAMM? The Silverburst Les Paul Custom has now entered production, per Tool's Instagram page. Will it ship by this summer?

MacBooks may get touch-enabled surfaces: new ways to interact with your DAW?

Apple is exploring new, touch-enabled ways to interact with Mac applications on its MacBook laptops. The potential for a built-in DAW controller is real!

Behringer Jam: an MPC-style sampling groove box?

Is Behringer working on an MPC-style sampling groove box named Jam? On the same day as the AKAI MPC Live II announcement, the company has posted a render on Facebook that suggests so.

Epiphone Prophecy Flying V and Explorer teased by Gibson’s Cesar Gueikian

Gibson's Cesar Gueikian has just teased a new Epiphone Prophecy Flying V and an Explorer on his Instagram page. Both models come factory fitted with Fishman Fluence pickups, ready to rock!

Fender to stop producing ash guitar bodies

Fender is to phase out the use of ash on most of its guitars, including standard Strats and Teles. Apparently, climate change and destructive pests have made ash increasingly difficult to source.

Rumour: Apple to launch 14.1” MacBook Pro with Mini LED display

Rumours are sweeping the tech world that Apple is preparing a broadside of new MacBook Pros, iMacs and iPads - including a new 14.1" MacBook Pro size that should please musicians.

Leak: Is Apple introducing a new 13-inch MacBook Pro?

According to a leak on Twitter, Apple may be working on a new 13" MacBook Pro. Judging by the results of a 3DMark Time Spy Benchmark test, the 2020 13" MacBook Pro will be a great performer.

Elektron releases a mysterious teaser video, hinting at something new

Elektron has posted a mysterious teaser video on its Facebook page. The short clip is accompanied by the words "meet the machines" and a hint that something is coming on February 26.

Gibson issues cease and desist to Kiesel Guitars – Déjà vu?

Kiesel Guitars is the latest manufacturer to recieve a 'cease and desist' letter from Gibson's lawyers. Jeff Kiesel goes online to share why he thinks Gibson will lose.

Polyend teases a new product: what could it be?

Polyend has released a teaser for a new product. We don't know much yet, but the sights and sounds do contain some clues. Is Polyend working on a granular sampler / sequencer? Now with more videos!

Phil X and Jerry Cantrell to join Gibson in 2020

The big news at Winter NAMM this weekend was that two new high profile artists had joined Gibson's official roster. Which means that the US guitar giant could be in for a big year for 2020.

NAMM 2020: LEAK! Squier Mini Jazzmaster HH

The new Squier Mini Jazzmaster HH has leaked online. Bringing you a mini offset with twin humbuckers in three colours, it might even fit inside your rucksack?

NAMM 2020: LEAK! Squier Paranormal Series

The new 2020 Squier Paranormal Series is imminent and has been leaked online. It includes models like the Toronado, Supersonic, Baritone P90 Cabronita and more

NAMM 2020: New Danelectro models teased on Instagram

It looks like we will be seeing some more reissues of old Danelectro vintage inspired guitars during Winter NAMM this year, as they have been teasing two new models on Instagram.

NAMM 2020: Chase Bliss Audio teasing Automatone CXM 1978

What is Chase Bliss Audio teasing on Instagram? It is called the Automatone CXM 1978. Could it be a re-imagining of the 1978 Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb?

NAMM 2020: Leak – Electro Harmonix 1440 Looper

The new Electro Harmonix 1440 Looper pedal has just leaked ahead of Winter NAMM. Reverse and Octave are back on board the EHX 1440 Looper, but what about the special 1-shot function?