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AEA releases documentary about company and microphone manufacturing
AEA Ribbon Mics has released Behind the Ribbon | The AEA Story, a new documentary exploring the history of the ribbon microphone and the people whose knowledge and craftsmanship have…
Hercules debuts Modular Clamp-On Mic Arm System with Craig Blundell
HERCULES introduces the DG177B(B) Modular Clamp-On Mic Arm System, developed with drummer Craig Blundell, targeting drum and recording setups in tight spaces.
Music China 2026 sees Chinese manufacturers launch own brands as foreign sales slide
The Shanghai trade show reflected industry pressures, with non-Chinese brands reporting steep domestic declines and factories seeking new partners amid rising costs.
Fractal Audio adds Nam A2 support to Axe-Fx III
Fractal Audio will add Neural Amp Modeler A2 capture support to its Axe-Fx III via a free firmware update, making it the first of the Big Four high-end modeler brands…
D&b audiotechnik upgrades Royal Albert Hall with cardioid SL and CL-Series system
London's Royal Albert Hall has installed more than 140 new d&b audiotechnik loudspeaker elements featuring KSL, XSL and CCL arrays with 40D and D90 amplification, replacing portions of a 2018…
PRS Guitars releases fall 2026 accessories with first 7-string string set
PRS Guitars expanded its West Street East accessories line with apparel, cases, a musician's notebook and its first 7-string Signature Strings set.
Seymour Duncan releases Janick Gers signature Strat pickup set
Seymour Duncan expands its Iron Maiden pickup range with a Janick Gers signature Strat set and loaded pickguard, featuring collectible Eddie packaging tied to the band's 50th anniversary.
Analogue solutions releases series 700 recreation of Roland System 700
British builder Analogue Solutions is taking preorders for a near-faithful reproduction of Roland's rare 1970s System 700 modular, priced at £33,000 for the full six-block system.
HEDD Audio ships type 40 main monitor and modular XTD bass system
Berlin manufacturer HEDD Audio has launched the TYPE 40 Main three-way active monitor and a modular XTD bass extension platform, available now through selected partners at $7,499 and $6,999 per…
Splice releases John Legend electric piano as playable instrument
Splice has released John Legend: Electric Piano, a preset pack for Splice INSTRUMENT featuring new recordings of the vintage electric piano in Legend's Los Angeles home studio.
Gretsch Drums releases Catalina EVO electronic drum series
Gretsch Drums has introduced the Catalina EVO e-drum series, pairing full-size shells with sampled Gretsch acoustic kits in two configurations and two finishes.
First Baptist Church Pasadena adopts dual KLANG immersive IEM systems
Texas megachurch expanded its in-ear monitoring with two KLANG:vokal+ units and 24 mixes, supplied through Paragon 360, alongside new DiGiCo consoles.
Yamaha to host Dm5 console workshops at AES Show Nashville
Yamaha will present six hands-on workshops featuring its new DM5 Series digital mixing consoles at AES Show Nashville, covering signal architecture, workflow, processing, loudspeaker dispersion and audio plugins for live…
Neumann expands MCM Clip Mic System with Supercardioid Capsule
Neumann adds the KK 15 supercardioid capsule and five MCM 115 instrument sets to its Miniature Clip Mic System, targeting louder stages with increased feedback rejection and source separation.
D'Addario adds Artist+ Carbon Capo and updated Artist Capo
D'Addario has introduced two capo models featuring its patented FlexFit Technology, with the carbon fiber version marking the company's first carbon fiber capo design.
Boss adds Katana-25 to amplifier lineup at $199.99
Boss has introduced the Katana-25, a compact 25-watt guitar amplifier with six amp characters, over 60 onboard effects, Bluetooth connectivity, and Boss Tone Studio app support, priced at $199.99.
Elan Audio Lab ships SoundBakery reactive load box and di
Elan Audio Lab has released the SoundBakery, a passive analog reactive attenuator, load box, and DI handmade in the USA, priced at $479 direct.
Boss ships Katana-25 compact combo amp at $199.99
Boss expands its Katana amplifier line with a 25-watt practice combo featuring six amp characters, 60-plus effects and Bluetooth, now available through authorized retailers.