Equipment News, Leaks and Tips
Blackstar BEAM SOLO: Headphone Amp for Guitarists On-the-Go
02 Sep · Blackstar BEAM SOLO headphone amp delivers a high-quality, immersive guitar experience
Guitar Journal
Guitar Journal: MXR Randy Rhoads, Jack White Roto-Echo and more
02 Sep · Third Man Hardware teams up with Black Mountain for the new Roto-Echo, plus MXR Randy Rhoads and 3rd Power LYRA amp
Software Deals
KORG, XLN Audio, BLEASS: 3 Ultimate Software Deals!
02 Sep · Take advantage of great deals on products from KORG, XLN Audio and BLEASS, including powerful plugin effects and synthesizers, now available at reduced prices. But only for a few more days!
Ibanez Acoustics 2025: The FRH Series Gets Two Beautiful Additions!
02 Sep · Five new acoustic guitars, each more beautiful than the next, are part of Ibanez Acoustics 2025. Do take a look!
Ableton Push 3: New Expressive Pads, Audio Interface Support & Much More – Public Beta
02 Sep · Thanks to its class-compliant support, the Ableton Push 3 has become a true standalone hub for recording and live performances. But that's not all!
Softube Flow Mixing Suite: A New Subscribe-to-own Platform
02 Sep · With Softube Flow Mixing Suite, you get access to over 50 of Softube's best audio processing plugins, which you can own by building up credits.
Baby Audio Tekno Drum Synthesizer: Tekno for an Answer
02 Sep · Is Baby Audio’s Tekno the last drum synthesizer plugin you’ll ever need?
Ableton Live 12.3 Public Beta: Stems, Group Bounce, Splice & More – Review!
02 Sep · Ableton Live 12.3 is available now! Check out our review of the beta version including bounce-to-track, expressive chords, and much more!
Best Signature Guitar
Play Like Your Idols: The Best Signature Guitars for Every Budget
01 Sep · The best signature guitars get you close to the sound and feel of what your guitar idol plays. Let's check out these models from Epiphone; EVH and Fender!
H3000 ALTERNATIVES
Eventide H3000 Alternatives: Sounds of the famous Ultra-Harmonizer
01 Sep · We check out a range of different Eventide H3000 Alternatives, from software plugins to multi-effects pedals and rack units for your studio.
Victory Amps Unveils Enhanced Duchess MKII Range
01 Sep · Updated Victory Duchess MKII amp series, featuring new 3-way voice switch, improved reverb, and a mid kick boost.
Amsterdam Dance Event 2025: The Highlight of the Electronic Music Scene!
01 Sep · Meet the big names in electronic music and discover the latest trends at Amsterdam Dance Event. That's what to expect.
PPG W2.2×4 Eurorack Module – Available Now!
01 Sep · Liquid Sky's new PPG W2.2x4 module, made in conjunction with Cornel Hecht, is shipping now!
LOEWE NOIR RAINBOW & ICE DIAMOND: The Headphones That Costs Way More Than Your Studio – €100,000!
01 Sep · LOEWE and Jacob & Co mix gold, gems, and ANC in the NOIR RAINBOW & ICE DIAMOND headphones. But is it still about the music?
Adamsynths Warthog Modular Synthesizer With Total Recall Now Available
01 Sep · Reportedly the first modular with total recall and DAW integration, Adamsynths Warthog is now available to preorder at a special price.
Artium Instruments The Doppler FM Synth: Available Now
01 Sep · Artium Instruments The Doppler is a tiny polyphonic FM synth for your desktop. After a successful Kickstarter campaign, The Doppler is now officially available.
Free Plugins
Luxora Audio, HY-MBMFX3, Liquidize: Free Plugins of the Week
31 Aug · This week, we've got a pair of tube saturators from Luxora Audio, an update of the cool HY-MBMFX multi-effect, and a plugin that turns your sounds into water.
In-Ear Days 2025 at Thomann: Upgrade Your In-Ear Monitoring Now with Huge Discounts!
31 Aug · Thomann In-Ear Days 2025: Unbeatable deals on in-ear monitors, wireless systems and accessories from top brands until September 7th.
SYNTH DEALS
Oberheim TEO-5, Behringer MS-5, and KORG microKORG 2: Synth Deals of the Week
30 Aug · Escape the summer doldrums with these incredible deals on some incredible synths, including the amazing Oberheim TEO-5.
Woovebox Pocket Workstation Gets New Versions, Massive Update
29 Aug · The Woovebox now comes in two new flavors plus a 2.0 firmware update that doubles the sampling time and adds DJ FX, more.
SYNTH IMPOSTORS
5 Surprising Synth Impostors: Beware of Mistaken Identity!
29 Aug · When is a Crumar really a Moog? When it’s a synth impostor!
Budget Bass Preamps
Bass Preamps: 5 Budget Alternatives for Your Rig
29 Aug · Bass preamps are an essential tool for shaping your tone and boosting your clarity. Hop aboard as we check out 5 budget bass preamps for you to consider!