13 Sep · Can't afford an expensive microphone and preamp, but want to sound like the big guys? The Soyuz Microphones Launcher makes any dynamic mic sound like it was run through a vintage console.
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13 Sep · Mackie has introduced the upgraded ProFXv3 mixers. Among other improvements, the six new mixers come with Onyx preamps, the GigFX effects engine and 2x4 24-bit/192 kHz USB recording.
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22 Aug · DPA Microphones has announced the DPA 2028 vocal mic. The condenser mic with a supercardioid polar pattern is designed for live vocals, as well as broadcast and AV applications.
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15 Aug · Elite Acoustics has announced that the Stompmix 4 is now available. Designed for performing on the go, the EAE Stompmix 4 offers four channels of digital mixing in a compact stompbox format.
23 Jul · Reverb, the online auction site for musicians set up by Chicago Music Exchange owner David Kalt., has been sold to Etsy for a reported $275 million. Kalt will step down as CEO, the site announced.
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18 Jul · Sennheiser has released the XSW-D Pedalboard Set. The digital wireless system for guitar and bass comes with a stomp box receiver that is also a tuner.
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08 Jul · Radiator is a laser synthesizer that could zap your live performances into a sci-fi future. It's a visual performance instrument with modulators and generators for producing "music to your eyes".
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01 Jul · 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.
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21 Jun · Yamaha has added the STAGEPAS 1K to its lineup of portable PA systems. The STAGEPAS 1K features a 12" subwoofer and an array speaker, as well as a 5-channel mixer with bluetooth playback.
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13 Jun · The new Boss WL-60 wireless system uses a body pack transmitter and pedalboard-mounted receiver, has a large LCD display and automatic channel selection, so should be easy to use for live players.
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04 Jun · Zoom has introduced the LiveTrak L-20R, a 20-channel digital rack mixer. The Zoom L-20R lets you control the FOH mix and six individual monitor signals using up to seven iPads.
04 Jun · Alto Professional has announced the Uber FX portable PA system. With 2 mic inputs, bluetooth streaming, and internal effects, it looks like a good fit for street performers and other mobile musicians.
26 May · TASCAM brings a pair of monitoring headphones which is said to have a balanced bass response meant to ease producers of modern EDM, Hip-Hop, Metal and R&B.
08 May · Alto Professional has announced the introduction of the TS3 series powered subwoofers. The TS318S and TS315S are designed to complement the TS3 series full-range speakers.
17 Apr · Scorpio, as it's called, stands for a portable 32-channel, 36-track mixer-recorder that's equipped with 16 mic/line preamps and multiple additional inputs and outputs.
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09 Apr · Shure has introduced the Twinplex series lavalier microphones. The sub-miniature wearable microphones feature a new dual-diaphragm design. They come in various colors and with a choice of connectors.
