AudioThingies MicroMonsta 2 firmware 3.0 adds polyphonic aftertouch
AudioThingies has released firmware 3.0 for the MicroMonsta 2, adding polyphonic aftertouch, expanded chord tools, and new modulation options as a free update for existing owners.
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2026 Music Products Industry Archive
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Avid opens pro tools to third-party workflows with new extensions format
Avid's Pro Tools 2026.11 introduces a plug-in format letting third-party tools operate across entire sessions, with initial partners including Pro Sound Effects, Soundly, Forte and Pibox.
Behringer Polyeight synthesizer expands Korg Polysix design with two additional voices
Behringer has introduced the Polyeight, an unofficial copy of the Korg Polysix expanded with two additional voices, available for preorder at $699 with added modulation and performance features.
AES Show reports attendance growth in Nashville
The Audio Engineering Society reported higher attendance and exhibitor participation at AES Show Nashville 2026.
SHIK S32 MIDI Controller ships with 32 macro knobs and MIDI effects
Boutique maker SHIK has released its S32 MIDI controller, featuring 32 macro knobs, a built-in MIDI effects engine and an optional CV16 Eurorack module, according to gearnews.
Steinberg ships cubase 16 with layered instruments and upgraded stem separation
Steinberg has released Cubase 16 in Pro, Artist and Elements editions, adding Instrument Stacks, enhanced MIDI editing, new spectral processing and six-stem separation to its DAW lineup.
Steinberg releases Cubase 16 with instrument stacks and six-stem separation
Steinberg's latest DAW adds vocal synthesis, expanded stem separation, drum processing and new content libraries across three retail tiers.
Sony targets creators with $249 Smartphone Spatial Audio mic
Sony has launched the ECM-AX10, a USB-C microphone for smartphones that records spatial, binaural and stereo audio, aimed at vloggers and mobile filmmakers.
Sterling releases premium Music Man session series with stingray basses
Sterling by Music Man debuts its highest-tier lineup with the Session StingRay Bass, combining 1990s- and 2000s-era design elements with modern features at a starting MSRP of $1,599.99.
GForce ships official Oberheim Matrix-12 software synth
GForce Software has released an officially licensed Oberheim Matrix-12 software instrument developed with Oberheim and original designer Marcus Ryle, priced at $119.99 with an introductory offer through Dec. 5, 2026.
Dreadbox ships Alecto analog percussion synthesizer in kit and assembled forms
Dreadbox has launched Alecto, a dual-voice analog percussion synthesizer with built-in trigger sequencers, offered as a DIY kit or assembled unit direct from the manufacturer.
Splice releases create DAW in beta on mac
Splice has released Splice Create, a new DAW for Mac in beta that integrates the company's sample library, AI assistance and voice control into a single production environment.
Yamaha releases ACompass60 acoustic amplifier for singer-songwriters
Yamaha Music UK has introduced the ACompass60, a premium acoustic guitar amplifier designed for solo performers needing both guitar and vocal amplification.
JBL ships 3 Series MKIII Powered Studio Monitors with class d amps
JBL's updated 3 Series MKIII line brings Class D amplification, redesigned drivers and one-touch room correction to powered monitors shipping now in several regions and reaching North America in January…
Polyend opens Tracker firmware to custom development
Polyend has released Tracker Community Edition 1.0, opening source code for its Tracker, Tracker+ and Tracker Mini hardware samplers to custom firmware development under an MIT-based license.
Overmono and project miracle debut diamond cut bus processor plugin
Welsh electronic duo Overmono partnered with Finnish developer Project Miracle to release Diamond Cut, a five-module bus processor plugin priced at $109.
KLANG KOS 6.1 adds per-mix reverb, safety limiter
KLANG:technologies has released KOS 6.1, an operating system and app update that gives every mix its own reverb and adds a safety limiter and ambience ducker to KLANG:kontroller, according to…
Universal audio releases Capitol Studios room modeling plugin
Universal Audio ships a native reverb plugin modeling Capitol Studios rooms, echo chambers, microphones and outboard gear at $249.
Steinberg surprise-releases Cubase 16 with instrument stacks and new vocal tools
Steinberg has launched Cubase 16 in Pro, Artist and Elements tiers, adding Instrument Stacks, Omnivocal Basic vocal synthesis, DrumChain and expanded stem separation, with availability through the Steinberg Online Shop…
Polyend opens Tracker firmware source code and adds new synths
Polyend has published open-source firmware for its Tracker, Tracker+ and Tracker Mini grooveboxes, introducing a Community Edition with new synths, plugin support and expanded features for owners and developers.
Olympus Custom guitar raffle headlines captured live benefit
A handcrafted Olympus Custom 'Purple Swan' guitar valued at $7,000 is the major raffle prize at the Captured Live event in Melbourne, with proceeds benefiting NeuroEndocrine Cancer Australia.
XLN Audio releases RC-20 Retro Color 2.0 with Echo module and new degradation effects
XLN Audio's vintage-texture plugin gains a feedback-loop delay, codec degradation, expanded distortion models, 32 reverbs and workflow upgrades at a $99 launch price.
IK Multimedia adds 30 tone partner collections to ToneNET
IK Multimedia released 30 new TONEX Tone Partner Collections with 504 Premium Tone Models on ToneNET, expanding the ecosystem for TONEX Pedal, TONEX ONE+, and TONEX Plug users.
Behringer opens ignite sequencer source code on Github
Music Tribe has published portions of the Behringer IGNITE 64-channel multitrack sequencer project as open source, with pricing and availability still to be announced.
3D Productions invests in DiGiCo Quantum consoles for Theatre and festival hire
West Yorkshire hire company 3D Productions has purchased two Quantum 326s and two Quantum 225 DS consoles from Solotech to expand its theatrical and live production rental inventory.
MIDI Innovation Awards 2026 finalists shown at Music China in Shanghai
The MIDI Association's 2026 Innovation Awards finalists were presented at Music China in Shanghai, with playable prototypes and accessibility tools on display and all entries remaining publicly listed on midi.org.
SoloDallas updates Schaffer Replica Storm with top jacks
SoloDallas has revised its flagship Schaffer Replica Storm pedal with top-mounted jacks for pedalboard-friendly placement, keeping the $249 street price unchanged, according to Premier Guitar.
Alcons Audio pro-ribbon loudspeakers installed at Polish cultural center
A Polish venue upgraded its main auditorium with Alcons Audio pro-ribbon loudspeakers, configured by distributor Aplauz to handle diverse programming from rock concerts to theater.
Gibson Pickup Shop releases year-specific 1957–1960 P.A.F. Reissue humbucker sets
Gibson Pickup Shop has introduced four historically accurate P.A.F. reissue humbucker sets covering 1957 through 1960, available worldwide through authorized dealers at $799 each.
D&b audiotechnik adds MVR Exchange to arraycalc beta
d&b audiotechnik's new MVR Exchange feature for ArrayCalc enables cross-discipline production workflow integration using the open MVR standard.