Equipment news, leaks and tips
Shoulder pain from playing guitar? Maybe GigStrap can help!
10 Jan 2017 · If you suffer from shoulder pain from playing a heavy guitar, the new GigStrap might be able to alleviate some of the pain. If it works, that is...
IK Multimedia Fender Collection 2: Software tweed goodness?
10 Jan 2017 · They've done it again! Launched today this new version of the company's Fender amp modelling is definitely one you should be checking out for your recording setup.
Moog Music: New documentary takes us behind the scenes
10 Jan 2017 · Furiously colourful documentary of Moog Music that is worth half an hour of your time
Mad Professor’s new Twimble overdrive runs both hot and cool
09 Jan 2017 · A combined pre-drive and overdrive pedal. the Twimble is slated for release in April. One to watch out for, we reckon, not least of all because of its intriguingly labelled control knobs...
HeadRush Pedalboard for guitar: A Helix killer?
09 Jan 2017 · Launching at Winter NAMM, the new HeadRush multi-effects processor looks set to challenge the Line 6 Helix for its strong position in the market.
How “game-changing” is Antelope’s Orion32 HD interface?
09 Jan 2017 · Antelope previously proclaimed the imminent launch of a "game-changing" recording interface at NAMM - last night they announced the Orion32 HD. How revolutionary can this new interface be?
It’s (finally) official: AKAI to launch MPC X and MPC Live
09 Jan 2017 · The rumour mill was right: full details are now available of two new AKAI Professional workstations, both with touch screens and featuring the MPC 2.0 software.
NAMM 2017: Stylophone Gen X-1 sneak preview
08 Jan 2017 · An image has appeared of the Stylophone Gen-X1 to be launched at NAMM 2017 - can you tell what it is yet?
New Gibson guitar model? Prototype seen at CES Show
08 Jan 2017 · Could this be what Gibson have been working on? A UK guitar forum has some vague details on a potential new Gibson model.
How to spot a fake Fender Stratocaster
08 Jan 2017 · Kennis Russell shows how to avoid getting duped into buying a 'fake' Fender Stratocaster.
Focusrite Scarlett OctoPre: Worth getting in the red for?
08 Jan 2017 · So you need to add 8 preamps to your studio, and you fancy some Focusrite gear - will these new units warrant digging a bit deeper into your pocket?
NAMM 2017: PMC to show next-gen MB3 and BB6 monitors
07 Jan 2017 · PMC has announced it is presenting a new series of main monitors at NAMM in a couple of weeks - the next-generation MB3 and BB6 are almost upon us.
Neunhaber’s Iconoclast speaker emulator: A box of tricks for guitarists?
07 Jan 2017 · While it's often forgotten just how important speakers are for guitar tone, the Iconoclast new speaker emulator aims to let you carry a virtual one in your gig bag at all times.
Morpheus Morphing Z-Plane Filter about to drop
06 Jan 2017 · Pre-orders have started on the stunning Morpheus morphing Z-plane filter module for Eurorack pulled from the E-mu Morpheus synthesizer
ESP LTD Bill Kelliher Sparrowhawk soars into 2017
05 Jan 2017 · Having last year jumped ship from Gibson it looks like the Mastodon guitarist has been busy with ESP and they are about to release this new signature model at NAMM.
Revolution: 14 iconic drum machines in one virtual instrument
05 Jan 2017 · All the classic drum machines packed into a single Kontakt based virtual instrument. Revolution certainly covers all your bases... and snares, hit-hats etc.
Rumour: Google considering SoundCloud buyout
05 Jan 2017 · Much loved by musicians around the globe, SoundCloud may - according to one music biz site - soon be bought by Google. What would that mean for the Berlin-based music site?
CES: Roland reveals Rubix audio interfaces
05 Jan 2017 · Roland introduces three sizes of Rubix USB audio interfaces and puts a useful compressor/limiter on two and a ground lift on all three.
Framus previews The Plank and The Hollywood prototype guitars
04 Jan 2017 · In a new video, Stevie Salas demos prototype versions of some as yet unfinished Framus models due for release in 2017, currently referred to as The Plank and The Hollywood. Offset semi-hollow body, anyone?
ESP preview Cult 86 Limited Edition in ‘Living Colour’
04 Jan 2017 · The Cult 86 has plenty of personality and is sure to get all Living Colour fans hot under the collar!
Ibanez scale it down with 850 Fuzz Mini and BIGMINI Tuner pedals
04 Jan 2017 · Not content with announcing 55 new guitars, Ibanez are also adding these two wee pedals to their range, with the more interesting no doubt the dinky, dirty little 850 Fuzz Mini...
PRS Vela S2 Limited Edition – Back In Black!
04 Jan 2017 · PRS is preparing a new Limited Edition version of their popular S2 Vela for 2017 - but their production and sales model for this instrument means you'll have to get in your order very quickly.