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Synclavier brings its DSP synthesis engine to iOS and releases a knob
04 Jan 2019 · Synclavier is using NAMM 2019 to launch a reworking of their digital synthesis engine onto iOS plus they've got a hardware knob to help you play with parameters.
NAMM 2019: The new Supro Blues King 12 gives more for less
03 Jan 2019 · Supro has just announced a new all valve combo, the Blues King 12, a Class A amp with an additional FET boost and analogue spring reverb included in the price, too.
Strymon teasing new product on Facebook – A Helix Killer?
03 Jan 2019 · Strymon has made an announcement on their official Facebook page stating that there is a new product being launched by the company on 10 January. But what is it?
Joyo R-07 Aquarius delay and looper pedal for under GBP 80
03 Jan 2019 · Joyo's R Series of budget effects pedals is causing a bit of a stir and its latest addition is the new Aquarius delay/looper pedal. with 300 s of loops and 8 delay models for under 80 quid.
NAMM 2019: The new Epiphone DC PRO revels in 70s flair
02 Jan 2019 · Featuring a double cut design and twin humbuckers, Epiphone's new DC PRO rock guitar also has a rather tasty AAA flame maple top that gives the whole package bags of 70s flair.
Leaked Akai APC Live images: Is this thing for real? (updated)
02 Jan 2019 · Slightly dodgy looking images have appeared on the internet of what appears to be a mash-up between the Akai MPC Live sampler and APC controller. It's filed for FCC testing as the APC Live so it must be real ...
Nave Polymorph analog synthesizer built from Polivoks schematics
02 Jan 2019 · A new analog synthesizer based on the Soviet Polivoks with a name suggesting polyphony. But the Polymorph is more likely to be duophonic and is heading for release in February.
NAMM 2019: Will the Ibanez Joe Satriani JS1CR keep its Chrome Boy finish?
02 Jan 2019 · Ibanez's new Joe Satriani JS1CR 'Chrome Boy' will include Joe's favoured DiMarzio Satchur8 and SUTAINIAC pickup system. But will this version keeps its chrome finish?
Receive 2 and Transmit 2 – stereo inputs and outputs for your Eurorack
01 Jan 2019 · Joranalogue Audio Designs has introduced some studio-grade modules for taking audio into and out of your Eurorack. Receive 2 and Transmit 2 look very serious indeed.
Korg Minilogue XD – is this the new thing they were teasing?
01 Jan 2019 · Could the keyboard Korg were teasing be this leaked image of the Minilogue XD? It has a digital oscillator section just like the Prologue and the sequencer from the Monologue.
Top 5 Boutique Fuzz Pedals of 2018 by Mr Black, ZVex, Beetronics, KHDK, Earthquaker
31 Dec 2018 · It is that time of year again, the one where I get to share my favourite boutique dirt boxes and explain why I believe you should be hunting them down to add to your fuzzy sonic palette.
Better guitar tone with boutique acrylic plectrums?
30 Dec 2018 · Part two of Jef's Guitar Tone Tips: Ever tried experimenting with thicker plectrums to see how different materials affect your tone? Jef says: you should be...
Top 5 Hardware Synthesizers of 2018 by Moog, Behringer, Korg, Dreadbox, Arturia
29 Dec 2018 · Which hardware synthesizers really took us to new places in 2018? Were there any that really stood out above the crowd for you? But with so much awesome gear out there choosing 5 is a bit of a tall order.
FamilyTool – an extension to the Mother-32, DFAM or any semi-modular
28 Dec 2018 · FamilyTool is a 20hp box that adds passive functionality to your patchable synths with a mult, attenuators and a bunch of mixers. With some stretch goal power it could also be a little Eurorack box.
The History Of Distortion: “LOUD IS MORE GOOD”
28 Dec 2018 · From Howlin' Wolf to the Rolling Stones, guitarists learnt decades ago that distortion was their best friend. JHS Pedals has made a neat video that shows us how it all began.
Korg teasing something new for 2019
27 Dec 2018 · A mysterious figure playing a possibly keyboard-like device lit by blue light-sabres. What could it all mean? Korg says they have something new for 2019.
Top 5 audio interfaces 2018 by PreSonus, UA, Slate, MOTU, Audient
27 Dec 2018 · Both home recordists and studio owners had plenty of new gear to salivate over this year - here's a round-up of our Top 5 audio interfaces by PreSonus, UA, MOTU, Audient and Slate Digital.
Top 5 Software Synthesizers of 2018 (reprise)
26 Dec 2018 · 2018 saw a plethora of inventive, appealing software synthesizers, including our Top 5 by Arturia, FXpansion, Native Instruments, Waslio Audio, Cherry Audio and Waves. Wait, that's 6?!?
Whatever happened to these synths promised in 2018?
25 Dec 2018 · Many products promised for 2018 didn't materialise. Did they vanish without a trace or are just taking longer than they hoped. We dug into our favourite missing synths of 2018 to find out.
Top 5 Guitars of 2018 by Fender, PRS, Ibanez, Reverend and Lucem
25 Dec 2018 · What a year it's been for guitars - so difficult to choose the 5 best! We had a go anyway: here are Jef's Top 5 guitars of 2018, chosen for their unique properties and interesting designs.
Top 5 studio microphones 2018 by Antelope, Vanguard, Slate, Burg, Neumann
24 Dec 2018 · Being spoilt for mic choice at every price point plays a huge part in democratising music making. But out Top 5 focusses on boundary-pushing innovation that doesn't come cheap.
Improve your guitar fretboard with Jef’s secret walnut trick!
24 Dec 2018 · Christmas is here and many guitarists will have walnuts lying around the house. Jef explains how to use a walnut to give your rosewood or ebony fretboard to a healthy, lustrous sheen!