Equipment news, leaks and tips
Teaser alert! New FabFilter plugin coming soon
04 Nov 2016 · FabFilter have published a teaser video on their YouTube channel highlighting an imminent plug-in release. But what is it, a new reverb? We're in the dark until 15th Nov.
Epiphone’s Korina hat-trick: Explorer, Flying V and Explorer Bass
04 Nov 2016 · Epiphone has just announced two classic-looking guitars and a bass - and they all look great! All feature Korina throughout, here's hoping the price stays down.
Elektron’s Analog Drive: Hot, slick and pricey
03 Nov 2016 · Normally associated with synths and drum machines, Elektron has just released a new overdrive pedal aimed at both guitar players and synth players alike.
Universal Audio UAD 9: Its biggest update ever?
03 Nov 2016 · UAD version 9 brings Thunderbolt compatibility to Windows 10, support for MacOS Sierra and a bundle of new plug-ins.
Augmented Reality music making with Oak on Kickstarter
03 Nov 2016 · The Oak dock uses your iPhone camera and a laser to map objects and your interaction with them to create an instant modular music making augmented reality, or something.
Sequential Circuits Pro-1 emulated in the U-He Repro-1
03 Nov 2016 · U-He has released a public beta of the Repro-1, a reproduction of the vintage Sequential Circuits Pro-1 monosynth - it's fat and fun if a little too brown.
Rupert Neve Designs’ Shelford Channel now available
03 Nov 2016 · Rupert Neve has finally been persuaded to re-design and release a modern version of the famous 1073 mic pre-amp: The Shelford Channel has arrived.
MOTU ships UltraLite Mk4 interface
02 Nov 2016 · When it comes to choosing an audio interface, feature set can be one of the biggest deciders. MOTU's UltraLite Mk4 seems to offer everything you might need.
ROLI Blocks: Make music on funny pad things
01 Nov 2016 · ROLI introduce Blocks, a fun new way to make tunes in 5 dimensions. All you need is an iPad, an App, some more Blocks and a big bag of cash.
Earthquaker Devices upgrade four effects to V2
01 Nov 2016 · The new "V2" versions have some neat upgrades. But are they enough to warrant labelling them as a new version number? We find out.
Novation Circuit 1.4 brings a small bag of goodies
01 Nov 2016 · Circuit 1.4 firmware update brings drum pattern length editing, instant pattern switching and a pack of new sounds.
iLok 3: Smaller, bigger and faster
01 Nov 2016 · Pace have announced a smaller - or should that be larger - version of its iLok USB licenser.
Korg ARP ODYSSEi duophonic synthesizer released for iPad
01 Nov 2016 · Korg bring the ARP to the iPad with the annoyingly spelled ARP ODYSSEi for another classic synth that we wish we could run on our desktops.
BBE Sonic Stomp MS92 Mini Maximizer: Small format, bigger sound?
01 Nov 2016 · Need to enhance your tone? BBE aim to let you squeeze more sound out your guitar with less.
It’s a Monologue! Korg’s new baby synthesizer
01 Nov 2016 · Korgs new Monologue builds on Minilogue and redefines the cool little mono-synth
Eight-channel Eurorack sequencer, the Varigate 8+ from Malekko
31 Oct 2016 · Take control over your entire Eurorack modular system with 8 channels of 16 step sequencing in the Varigate 8+ from Malekko.
LinnStrument 128: a smaller performance controller from Roger Linn
31 Oct 2016 · A smaller and slightly more affordable LinnStrument controller from Roger Linn puts MPE expression at your finger tips.
Tech 21 launch ‘Brit’ and ‘Cali Fly’ rigs
30 Oct 2016 · If you have an electric guitar and need to travel light for gigs, then the Fly Rig should be on your list of possible solutions. Now Tech 21 have announced two new models.
New Korg Volca Wave and VC-1 leaked! Or are they?
30 Oct 2016 · Images have emerged of a new Korg Volca or two just before their new product release - but are these for real?
Focusrite finally release Windows drivers for Clarett Interfaces
29 Oct 2016 · From the 10th November, Windows users will benefit from drivers for the Clarett range of Thunderbolt interfaces. Great news, even if it's quite late.
Roland JC-22 Jazz Chorus: Too cool for school?
29 Oct 2016 · Roland seek to write a new chapter in the story of the Roland Jazz Chorus amp. Too cool, too clean? On the contrary, these amps have always been capable of some very special tones.
Panda Audio Future Impact 1: At last, an Ibanez Deep Impact clone!
28 Oct 2016 · Yes, at last someone has gone and remade the Ibanez Deep Impact bass synth pedal. Filthy dirty and oh so funky!