Equipment News, Leaks and Tips
Ernie Ball Music Man Jason Richardson Artist Series 7-String Cutlass
03 Jul 2019 · With a lightweight alder body and exclusive Buckeye Burl the new Ernie Ball Music Man Jason Richardson Artist Series 7-String Cutlass looks pretty special in that Black Burst finish.
EarthQuaker Devices Plumes – Just Another Tubescreamer?
03 Jul 2019 · The new EarthQuaker Devices Plumes pedal is their interpretation of the classic green Tubescreamer circuit. But has it got what it takes to make you want to buy one?
Focusrite introduces 3rd generation Scarlett audio interfaces
02 Jul 2019 · Focusrite has launched the 3rd generation Scarlett audio interfaces. The lineup comprises the Scarlett Solo, 2i2, 4i4, 8i6, 18i8, and 18i20, and the Solo and 2i2 Studio bundles. Here's what's new.
FL Studio update 20.5 includes FLEX expandable ROMpler style virtual synthesizer
02 Jul 2019 · In a bumper update to FL Studio 20 Image Line introduces a nicely designed source of sounds called FLEX. Simple controls, big sounds and completely free to existing owners.
OP-Z gets sampling mode in new update
02 Jul 2019 · Teenage Engineering has released version 1.2.5 of the OP-Z operating system which includes the impatiently waited for sampling mode and a bunch of other fixes.
Framus Diablo Progressive X – A Shredders delight?
02 Jul 2019 · High performance German made shredders available in either Masterbuilt or Teambuilt versions. Will the new Framus Diablo Progressive X entice you enough to buy one?
Harmony Guitars – Back from the dead!
02 Jul 2019 · The Harmony Guitars was founded in 1892 and then died off sometime in the '70s. Now they are back with the release of three new models the Jupiter, Rebel and Silhouette.
Nembrini Audio intros Delay3000 plug-in, inspired by Roland SDE-3000
02 Jul 2019 · Nembrini Audio has released the Delay3000 Vintage Modern Repeater plug-in. It draws inspiration from the classic Roland SDE-3000 digital delay of the 80's and adds many modern features.
Udon Noodles Glow In The Dark Guitar!
01 Jul 2019 · The Udon Noodles Glow In The Dark Guitar is surely something only a madman would conceive, well thanks to YouTube we have proof that at least one exists!
Black Rooster Audio VLA-FET: More 1176-style compression for your DAW
01 Jul 2019 · Got enough FET compressor plug-ins yet? Here's another promising contender: Black Rooster Audio has released the VLA-FET, giving you another option for 1176-style FET compression.
Gibson officially responds – From Confrontation To Collaboration
01 Jul 2019 · Gibson has now officially responded to the whole trademark infringement case with Dean Guitars and you can read the full statement here.
Elite Acoustics Stompmix X6: A battery powered digital stompbox mixer
01 Jul 2019 · Need a portable mixer for street performances and singer/songwriter sessions? The Elite Acoustics Stompmix X6 is a 6-channel digital mixer with effects, that lets you switch scenes with your feet.
Neunaber 10-year anniversary limited-edition Immerse Mk II reverb pedal
01 Jul 2019 · Neunaber is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. You can now order a limited-edition version of their ever popular Immerse Mk II reverb pedal with retro style graphics. But is it any different?
Korg Prologue Editor for full in-DAW control and editing
01 Jul 2019 · Momo does it again with another superb software editor, this time for the Korg Prologue polyphonic synthesizer available as a VST plug-in or standalone.
Jupiter III J3DX analog space synth incoming from Chamber of Sounds
01 Jul 2019 · Handbuilt in the USA the Jupiter J3DX is the 10th-anniversary edition of the mad little space born mini Jupiter synth from Chamber of Sounds coming in July
Boaz One – Plastic Modular Guitar with 50 combinations
01 Jul 2019 · The new Boaz One modular guitar was built using Injection Moulded Plastic and has up to 50 variations available including a number of pre-configured pickup "cassettes".
Grez Guitars – The Folsom combines Tele and Firebird pickups
01 Jul 2019 · The new Grez Guitar Folsom gives you a unique combination of a Tele bridge pickup and Firebird neck pickup. These new Californian guitars certainly stand out from the crowd
Did Gibson steal the Les Paul design?
30 Jun 2019 · O.W. Appleton claimed that in 1943 he brought a solid body, single cutaway, electric Spanish style guitar he had made to show Gibson Guitars . Looks a lot like the Les Paul that came out 9 years later in 1952
Which Squier Strat would a Fender Master Builder buy?
30 Jun 2019 · Philip McKnight poses the question "What Squier Would A Fender Master Builder Buy?" to Fender Master Builder Ron Thorn.
Korg Minilogue and Monologue get v2.0 updates and updated Sound Librarian
29 Jun 2019 · They've just released a version 2.0 update to both the original Minilogue and the Monologue. It's good to see that Korg doesn't forget the loyal users of the older model.
One Control BJF-S66: A pedal company builds an amp!
29 Jun 2019 · The new One Control BJF-S66 100-watt Class D amp was designed to sound like a Fender Blackface and be the perfect platform for your pedals.
Will Raspberry Pi soon replace our DAWs?
28 Jun 2019 · The Raspberry Pi miniature computer is more powerful than ever in its fourth generation. Could it become an option as a DAW computer for music applications in the near future?