Crow Hill releases forest harps virtual instrument
The Crow Hill Company has released Forest Harps, a virtual instrument in its Origins series. The instrument combines a sampled harp-like construction made from elk horn, conch shell, animal ribs…
Rob Papen releases QUAD-2 synthesizer
And VST-compatible instrument for Mac and PC in 2020. QUAD-2 adds an updated user interface, a ribbon controller, more filter types and additional effects. The 16-voice virtual synthesizer uses phase…
Helgoboss releases Jam Pad recording organizer
Helgoboss Projects has announced Jam Pad, an offline-first recording organizer designed to help musicians organize recordings and the moments inside them. The application is available for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS…
IK Multimedia expands free TONEX software
IK Multimedia has introduced TONEX Free Unlimited, an expansion of TONEX 2 CS, the free edition of its guitar and bass tone software. Available with TONEX version 2.2, the release…
AES Nashville honors Dolly Parton with studio recording panel
How do you help an artist explore new sounds while preserving everything that makes her instantly recognizable? AES Show Nashville 2026 will explore that question in “Recording the Queen of…
Martin audio Wavefront precision optimizes outdoor sound at Pickathon
Pickathon is a multi-day music and arts festival held annually at Pendarvis Farm in Happy Valley, just outside Portland, Oregon. Known for its intimate, community-driven atmosphere, the festival curates an…
Fender studio pro 8.2: mixing & creative tool updates
Designed to help musicians, producers and creators work more efficiently, this update introduces expanded mixing capabilities, greater creative flexibility and streamlined workflows to shape, refine and create music. 8.2 Key…
Martin audio adorn and Sx combination powers Multizone Sodah Tirana
Set in the heart of Albania’s vibrant capital, Tirana, Sodah Tirana is a newly opened all-day restaurant and lounge. Throughout the venue, a Martin Audio sound system delivers high-quality, consistent…
AEA releases pink ribbon microphone for breast cancer awareness
AEA has introduced a limited-edition pink version of its NUVO N8 ribbon microphone in partnership with Women’s Audio Mission. The company announced the model for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. AEA…
Optimal Audio equips Japanish venue
Bangkok’s Japanish blends cultural precision with Spanish warmth in one kitchen, whilst the recently installed Optimal Audio ecosystem creates clever zoning control instead of fusion. This dynamic space operates from…
Audio-Technica exhibits products at AES Show Nashville 2026
Audio-Technica ( (booth 514), a leading innovator in transducer technology for over 60 years, is displaying its range of studio and live sound microphones and headphones at the AES Show…
Recording Academy sets SoundTables panel at AES Nashville
The Recording Academy’s Producers & Engineers Wing announced Grammy SoundTables: Songs That Changed My Life as part of AES Show Nashville 2026. The panel was scheduled for Oct. 31 at…