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Software Deals
Native Instruments, Universal Audio, Cableguys: 3 Ultimate Software Deals!
21 Oct · A synth, mixer, or modulator? It doesn't matter - Native Instruments, Universal Audio, and Cableguys offer high-quality sound at an affordable price.
Zoom PodTrak P4next: Pocket-sized Podcast Station
21 Oct · The Zoom PodTrak P4next is a super compact and portable podcast recorder and USB audio interface with AI-assisted noise reduction.
SSL Super 9000 Channel Strip: Big League Recording Front-end for Your Home Studio
21 Oct · The SSL Super 9000 combines a dual preamp stage, dynamics, and EQ from high-end Solid State Logic consoles into one versatile channel strip.
Gibson & Epiphone Back to the Future ES-345s
21 Oct · The Gibson and Epiphone Back to the Future ES-345s have been revealed as a limited-run
Dtronics DT-DX: A TX816 In A Box Now In-Store!
21 Oct · After a successful Kickstarter, the DTronics DT-DX is now available in stores for everyone to buy!
OneLibrary: The New Standard for DJs – CDJs, Traktor, and djay Pro Now Work Together!
21 Oct · AlphaTheta, Algoriddim, and Native Instruments have created OneLibrary, the first open standard for DJ platforms.
BUDGET MONOSYNTHS
The Best Mono Synths under $500 for Leads and Basslines
20 Oct · You don’t have to spend a fortune to get your hands on a great-sounding synth! We check out the best mono synths under $500.
AUDIO INTERFACES 2025
The Best Audio Interfaces of 2025: A Great Year for Multichannel Interfaces
20 Oct · It's that time of the year when we look back at the most exciting releases. Here are some of the best audio interfaces introduced in 2025.
Native Instruments Traktor Play: 2-Deck Version Compatible With AlphaTheta Controllers!
20 Oct · Traktor Play keeps the core of Native Instruments’ popular DJ software and makes it officially compatible with AlphaTheta and Reloop controllers.
The Usual Suspects JE-8086: 2 Trance Legends for the Price of … None?
20 Oct · After their awesome emulations of the Virus and Nord Lead, The Usual Suspects have re-engineered the chip that powers the JP-8000. JE-8086 will be released soon!
Wavesfactory Re-Esser: A High-Precision Cleanup Tool for Vocals and Speech
20 Oct · The Wavesfactory Re-Esser is an intuitive processor that separates the atonal sibilant parts from the tonal component of a vocal signal.
HEDD A-CORE EDITION X: A Limited Run To Celebrate The Heinz Heritage
20 Oct · The HEDD A-Core Edition X is a limited edition version of the Type 05 with unique 18k gold-plated details and upgraded parts and trimmings.
Gift Ideas From Thomann: Make Christmas musical in 2025!
20 Oct · From beginner instruments to professional equipment: The gift ideas from Thomann offer creative inspiration for an unforgettable Christmas.
Best Synth Pedal
The 6 Best Synth Pedals for Guitar and Bass: Sonic Explorations Between Retro and Futuristic
20 Oct · The best synth pedals for guitar and bass will take your sounds into a new dimension! Check out our five picks!
MY FIRST SYNTH
The KORG miniKORG 700 – My First Synth
19 Oct · A recent purchase got me all nostalgic and brought back some nice memories of my first proper synth experience with a KORG miniKORG 700 in high school.
Free Plugins
Transient Pepper, Filter4Tongue, Formant: Free Plugins of the Week
19 Oct · Transient Pepper spices up your grooves, Filter4Tongue is a creative filter bank, and Formant provides effortless vocal shaping: Free plugins of the week!
Most Expensive Guitars
The Most Expensive Guitars Ever? If Money Were No Object
18 Oct · When looking at the most expensive guitars ever, you think of those that belonged to legendary players sold at auction. Not here.
AIAIAI, Adam Audio & Native Instruments: Deals of the Week
18 Oct · Outfit your studio with great deals on wireless headphones from AIAIAI, monitors from Adam Audio, and ALL the Native Instruments!
PUNK SYNTHS
Punk Synths: 5 Classics From Post-Punk, Cold Wave and Industrial
17 Oct · Sometimes you just want to let rip with a noisy punk synth. Here are five brash classics and their modern hardware and software equivalents.
Best Bridge Sections
Best Bridge Sections: Bringing New Vibes to the Track
17 Oct · Bridge sections are where songs evolve. Let's find out how they make tracks unforgettable, helping to get listeners hooked.
Sonor Momentum: Celebrating 150 Years of Drumming Excellence
17 Oct · The new Sonor Momentum series combines the best elements for the drum maker's most popular series. In four amazing color variants.
Erica Synths and Hexinverter HexDrums: Now Available!
17 Oct · The long-awaited powerhouse drum machine from Erica Synths and Hexinverter, HexDrums, is available to order.