Equipment News, Leaks and Tips
Black Lion Audio remakes Chris Lord-Alge’s “Bluey” 1176 in hardware
20 Feb 2020 · Black Lion Audio's latest Bluey FET compressor recreates a modified “Blue Stripe” owned by Chris Lord-Alge based on the 1176; the company also debuts Eighteen, a new hardware channel strip. Tasty.
Plugin Alliance Friedman BE-100 and DS-40: Boutique Plexi tones for your DAW
20 Feb 2020 · Plugin Alliance debuts the Friedman BE-100 and DS-40 plug-ins, emulating two classy tube amplifiers in turn inspired by some of the most famous British amps in rock history.
Marshall Monitor II A.N.C. headphones with noise cancellation and Google Assistant
20 Feb 2020 · Marshall's latest wireless headphones, the Monitor II A.N.C. headphones are packed with active noise cancellation technology and work with Google Assistant.
Polyend teases a new product: what could it be?
20 Feb 2020 · 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!
G-Storm Electro XaVCF: Oberheim OB-Xa Eurorack filter module
19 Feb 2020 · The G-Storm Electro XaVCF module brings the Oberheim OB-Xa filter into the Eurorack format. With new 1-pole band pass and low pass modes, the XaVCF offers some additional features.
Deal: Get over 60% off the Plug And Mix Pro Series plug-in bundle
19 Feb 2020 · The Plug And Mix Pro Series bundle is on sale for a limited time. At over 60% off, this deal is a great opportunity to add the Emax EQ, OptoMax compressor and Tube Exciter plug-ins to your collection.
Hologram Electronics Microcosm Granular Pedal: Huge potential (and not just on guitar)
19 Feb 2020 · Hologram's Microcosm is a granular effects pedal for all instruments with potentially huge possibilities. No DAW or plug-ins required - all the fun of granular processing in one unit!
Erica Synths SYNTRX analogue synthesizer: pre-orders are now open!
19 Feb 2020 · Erica Synths has opened pre-orders for the SYNTRX analogue synthesizer. The EMS Synthi AKS inspired synth offers 3 VCOs and an LED patch matrix. You can now pre-order the SYNTRX for delivery in April.
VHT D-Fifty is a 50-Watt hand-wired Dumble amp clone… for $849!
19 Feb 2020 · Attention, tone hunters: The new VHT D-Fifty is a 50-Watt is a hand-wired clone of the legendary Dumble amp, one of the most highly sought-after and expensive guitar amps in the world...
Deal: Huge savings on the Ina-GRM GRM Tools Complete II bundle
19 Feb 2020 · Thomann.de currently has a great deal on the Ina-GRM GRM Tools Complete II bundle. For a limited time, you can get the bundle with many specialized effects at 200 Euros off the regular price.
Drive In, anyone? Get this boutique German overdrive pedal at 60% off!
18 Feb 2020 · Thomann has an amazing deal on the NEO Instruments Drive In, a creamy boutique overdrive pedal designed and made in Germany, with a whopping 45% off the retail price.
Poll: Is the analog mixer dead for live sound?
18 Feb 2020 · When was the last time you mixed live on an analogue desk? And when was the last time you saw an analogue desk either at a club or venue? Is the analogue mixer dead for live sound?
Neural DSP Granophyre: A new amp sim plug-in with EQD Plumes
17 Feb 2020 · Can the new Omega Ampworks Granophyre virtual amp cut through in a crowded market? Maybe its output tube options, IRs and built-in EarthQuaker Devices Plumes boost pedal will help it get traction.
Rock N Roll Relics Revenge: A new guitar shape you’ll either love or hate.
17 Feb 2020 · The Revenge by Californian boutique guitar company Rock N Roll Relics has hints of many classic guitar designs all rolled into one - it's an intriguing shape you're either going to love or hate.
Omsonic Stochastic Inspiration Generator coming very soon
17 Feb 2020 · The fascinatingly named Stochastic Inspiration Generator from Omsonic and dBs Music is ready to take you on a probabilistic journey of melodic discovery and has a new expander to take it 4 tracks.
Best free plug-ins this week: KRETS, DigiVerb and EsPhaser
16 Feb 2020 · It's Sunday, and that means it's time for free plug-ins! Klevgränd KRETS is a modular effects environment. DigiVerb is a free reverb plug-in, and EsPhaser is an experimental phaser.
Leak: Fender Squier FSR Classic Vibe ’70s Jaguar in cool retro new colours!
15 Feb 2020 · Fender is about to release the Squier FSR Classic Vibe '70s Jaguar in two new limited edition finishes, Shell Pink and Daphne Blue, along with some (as yet elusive) '70s Mustang models.
Siren Pedals launches Airavata, Anvil and Midnight Train
15 Feb 2020 · Nashville based company Siren Pedal has announced three new hand-built and colourful boutique effects pedals: the Airavata, Anvil and Midnight Train.
Fender does Pop Art with FACE Stratocaster and MHAK Tele
14 Feb 2020 · Fender Japan is releasing two limited edition Art Gallery Collection models, the FACE Stratocaster and MHAK Telecaster, with a unique look. Fancy some pop art on your new Fender?
Fender Blonde Player Tele with Custom Shop ’51 Nocaster pickups
14 Feb 2020 · This limited-edition Mexican made Fender Butterscotch Blonde Player Tele comes with a set of Custom Shop '51 Nocaster pickups - expect some vintage Telecaster tones at a decent price.
Thought-to-CV: hacking muscle-to-prosthetic arm interface to control modular
14 Feb 2020 · DJ and electronic musician Bertolt Meyer is attempting to interface the electrodes that control his prosthetic arm with his modular synthesizer. In reality, he's now generating CV with his mind.
Deal: 25% off the Neumann KH 750 DSP studio sub
14 Feb 2020 · Thomann has slashed the price of the KH 750 DSP subwoofer by 400 Euros! If you've been searching for a premium studio subwoofer, jump on this deal straight away. When they're gone, they're gone!