Equipment News, Leaks and Tips
Virtual Modular Synths
Best Virtual Modular Synths: Modular in the Box
18 May · Virtual modular synths are a great way to experiment with modular without investing in a hardware system. Here's our list of the best modular software synths!
SM7B ALTERNATIVES
SM7B Alternatives: The Best Broadcast Mics
18 May · We investigate a selection of different SM7B Alternatives. These are broadcast-style mics for speech and vocal recording in different price ranges.
Pedal Platform
The 6 Best Pedal Platform Amps of 2026: Let Your Pedals Shine
18 May · When it comes to the best pedal platform amps, there are many solutions that will all keep your pedals' sound as uncolored as possible. Check out our picks!
Which Prophet?
Which Prophet Is Best – Prophet-5, Prophet-6 or Rev2?
17 May · The Sequential Prophet name is music in the ears of all synth fans. But which Prophet is best – the Rev2, the Prophet-6, or the reissued Prophet-5?
Free Plugins
SD-1, TugPhonon, Scream: Free Plugins of the Week
17 May · This week’s collection of freebies brings you an emulation of the Ensoniq SD-1, a unique rotating tape delay, and a recreation of Massive’s iconic Scream filter.
Reference Track: How to Fix Loudness, Balance, and Energy in Your Mix with This Trick
16 May · How to Use a Reference Track Effectively: Here’s how to compare your mix strategically and improve loudness, balance, and energy much faster.
Deals of the Week
Guitar Deals: Epiphone Jimi Hendrix V & More 60s/70s Voiced Deals!
16 May · Hot Guitar Deals at Thomann. Including savings on Gibson, Epiphone, Fender, Boss, and UAFX!
SYNTH TRENDS
Synth Trends of Superbooth 2026: Putting the Conference in Context
15 May · Looking at the synth trends of this year’s Superbooth can tell us where the industry may be headed. Here’s what stood out.
Best Gigging Guitars
Best Gigging Guitars: 5 Versatile Options for Live Stages
15 May · The best gigging guitars should be usable, reliable and versatile. Here, we've got all of those qualities, and we've also considered value for money.
Harley Benton MV-4JB Plus BassTheWorld: Now in Shell Pink with Tesla Pickups!
15 May · New additions to the Signature Bass line for BassTheWorld! Following the MV-4JB Plus, the slightly scaled-down MV-4JB is now available in Shell Pink!
Taylor Next Generation: Four Grand Concert Models Added!
15 May · Taylor Next Generation features three innovations that significantly improve the sound of its luxurious acoustic guitars. Check out the latest additions!
JAM Pedals TubeDreamer MK2: More Tube Screamer than a Tube Screamer?
15 May · With the TubeDreamer MK2, JAM Pedals has made its popular TS-style overdrive even more versatile. What does it sound like?
Sampler Meets Drum Synthesis 2026: This Trio Is a Perfect Match
15 May · Sampler meets drum synthesis: Elektron Digitakt II, cre8audio West Pest and Behringer Edge make a Perfect Match for custom beats without a drum machine.
EQD Scrolls Bass Odyssey: Bass Pre & Drive
14 May · EQD and Kentaro Nakao debut the Scrolls Bass Odyssey. A tube-inspired preamp with variable frequency EQ and pro DI!
STEREO IMAGING
Stereo Imaging Plugins: Larger Than Life
14 May · We look at some of the best stereo imaging plugins for music production, mixing, sound design, and mastering in your DAW-based workflow.
SYNTH JOURNAL
VOID9 MÕNAI Is an “Evil OP-1”: Superbooth Synth Journal
14 May · VOID9 MÕNAI is the black star of this Superbooth edition of Synth Journal. That and much more.
Three-Body Technology UNMASK: A Psychoacoustic Dynamic EQ
14 May · "You are about to experience the awe and mystery…" Three-Body Technology UNMASK is a dynamic EQ plugin that uses psychoacoustic principles.
Fender PAC-MAN Player II Telecaster: ’80s Retro Arcade Style!
14 May · The Fender PAC-MAN Player II Telecaster levels up your tone, blending 80s nostalgia with pro-grade performance.
Gibson ES-335 50s and 60s: Two Semi-Hollow Classics!
14 May · Gibson ES-335 50s and the ES-335 60s two historically inspired variants of its legendary semi-hollow guitar now available
Thomann Live Days 2026: Hand-Picked Live Deals and the Best Offers
14 May · The Thomann Live Days 2026 come with serious Live Deals: up to 50% off mixers, PA, mics and more. Our personal best-of of the highlights worth checking out.
RANE SYSTEM ONE Now Lets You Render Stems Onboard and On the Fly
13 May · RANE SYSTEM ONE is now even better thanks to the latest Engine DJ update, which adds onboard Stems rendering.
Gretsch Electromatic Baritone: Jet & CVT Models Announced
13 May · The Gretsch Electromatic Baritone series adds new Jet Baritone and CVT Baritone models