Equipment news, leaks and tips
Walrus Audio Slö Multi Texture Reverb puts inspiring, ethereal sounds on tap
17 Apr 2019 · We found the demo sounds for the new Slö Multi Texture Reverb hugely inspiring, with dreamy, swirling ambiences that might be best suited for prog or experimental players. Worth checking out.
Gibson launches countdown to new electric guitar models
17 Apr 2019 · Be Ready! As Gibson has a countdown on their main page and on the 29th April we will all get to see their new 'Collection' for release in 2019!
Sheptone Wanker humbucker: The perfect pickup for hair metal shredders?
17 Apr 2019 · The new Sheptone Wanker humbucker was designed for those that like to shred and show off their prowess on guitar fretboards. Is this the perfect pickup fir hair-metal shredders?
Sound Devices unveils Scorpio portable high-end mixer/recorder
17 Apr 2019 · Scorpio, as it's called, stands for a portable 32-channel, 36-track mixer-recorder that's equipped with 16 mic/line preamps and multiple additional inputs and outputs.
Magix releases Sound Forge Pro 13, adding a new VST engine
16 Apr 2019 · 25 years since its first release, Sound Forge has reached version 13, adding a new VST engine, ARA2 support, a redesigned GUI, and new mixing and mastering plug-ins, among other new features.
Fender Game of Thrones Custom Shop models: A Game of Tones?
16 Apr 2019 · The Game Of Thrones is nearly at the end, will the Whitewalkers take over the world? Or will the North triumph? Either way, Fender's Custom Shop has been busy working on these fiery beasts!
Black Corporation XERXES polysynth – preorders to open at Superbooth
16 Apr 2019 · Based on the Elka Synthex the Xerxes polysynth from Black Corporation is going to be available for preorder at Superbooth in May. Check out these sound demos.
Pulsar Echorec: Is this the best Binson Echorec plug-in yet?
15 Apr 2019 · Pulsar has released the Echorec plug-in. It's an emulation of the classic Binson Echorec analog delay from the 60s, that adds some modern features like stereo detuning, tempo sync and an off mode.
Headrush Looperboard leaks ahead of Thursday’s livestream!
15 Apr 2019 · Headrush's mysterious new product has leaked via a print ad shared on guitar forums ahead of the official announcement due on Thursday - check it out here!
New Fender Flame Maple Top ‘Rarities’ Stratocaster: A Strat on steroids?
15 Apr 2019 · Fender has just announced its Flame Maple Top Stratocaster, a classy, suave new take on its classic guitar. Looking for a posh alternative to the humble old Strat? This could be one to check out.
MXR Carbon Copy Mini combines two delay pedals in a smaller housing
15 Apr 2019 · The new MXR Carbon Copy Mini was teased on the Jim Dunlop site and includes the Regular and Bright versions of there full sized Carbon Copy - all in one smaller, even more compact pedal.
Reaktor 6.3 update: Blocks front patching and free Blocks Base modular rig
15 Apr 2019 · A small update to Reaktor brings a huge change to the Blocks environment - you can now patch directly in the front! Blocks Base is your free 24 module starting point and Primes doubles that up for €99.
Bass Station II gets an Aphex Twin firmware update
14 Apr 2019 · The Novation Bass Station II gets a new firmware update with an AFX Mode inspired by Richard James of Aphex Twin which puts different patches on every key.
Behringer Eurorack 104 skiff case looks very familiar
14 Apr 2019 · Behringer goes with a very Moogy vibe with their Eurorack 104 skiff case for your modules or integration of Model D, Neutron or Pro-1. No power supply but a very attractive price.
Craig’s Production Tips #1: Balancing mixes without level changes
14 Apr 2019 · In the first of a new series of production tips for musicians, Craig Anderton writes about how to balance audio in a mix - without the volume fader. Try it out on your next project!
Instruó to show “Lubadh” 2-channel Eurorack looper at Superbooth
13 Apr 2019 · Instruó accidentally reveal a prototype looper module ahead of the official announcement at Superbooth. It's a 2-channel tape style looper with overdubbing and lots of CV control. Looks awesome!
Watch JHS compare cheap Behringer pedals with the expensive classics they’re based on
12 Apr 2019 · In the latest video by JHS, Josh Scott compares classic, highly desirable guitar effects with some Behringer pedals they inspired. Gear snobs: turn away now. This may hurt.
Vinicius Electrik reveals the complex Lizard System Eurorack modules
12 Apr 2019 · An entire system based around the dense and complex Lizard Hybrid VCO and Multiwave VCO/LFO. Very reasonably priced if you can work out what they are all about.
Behringer Crave: new videos and sound demo
12 Apr 2019 · The release date of the Behringer Crave is still a mystery but in the meantime, a new no-talking sound demo video has emerged which gives us a closer look at how it sounds.
Headrush teases new mystery product on Facebook
12 Apr 2019 · Looking like a scene from a certain Deep Purple track minus the water, Headrush's new Facebook teaser is telling us about the imminent announcement of a new product.
Conspiracy Theory Professional Overdrive: A new Klon clone by Way Huge
12 Apr 2019 · The new Way Huge Conspiracy Theory Professional Overdrive is based on the famous Klon Overdrive pedal, possibly one of the most expensive boutique pedals around. But this new clone is a lot cheaper!
How to tell a fake PRS John Mayer Silver Sky guitar from the real thing
11 Apr 2019 · Unfortunately, fake PRS John Mayer Silver Sky models are currently popping up all over the Internet. Here's some pointers on how to tell a fake from the real deal.