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Color With Live launches Stencils arrangement maps for Ableton producers

Music education brand Color With Live has introduced Stencils, a new line of soundless Ableton arrangement maps designed to help producers master song structure across multiple electronic genres.

Sennheiser and Neumann debut Spectera handheld and RF tools at PLASA London

Sennheiser and Neumann will showcase new pro audio gear including the Spectera SKM transmitter and SoundBase Remote View at PLASA Show 2026 in London.

Behringer Shows Compact MIDI Controller Sequencer for Pre-Order

Behringer is now offering the BCR32 MIDI controller and sequencer to customers for pre-order. This compact unit draws inspiration from the original BCR2000 design, a device noted for its durability…

Women's Audio Mission sets WAMCon Nashville date with pro audio sponsors

Women's Audio Mission announced WAMCon Nashville for October 30, 2026, at Ocean Way Studios, featuring workshops and demos supported by major pro audio manufacturers.

PRS Guitars introduces Dany Villarreal Astryx limited edition

PRS Guitars has announced the Astryx, a 200-unit limited signature model for The Warning's Dany Villarreal, featuring celestial aesthetics and an ebony fretboard to coincide with the band's new album…

Focusrite launches ISA C8X audio interface for global pro audio market

Focusrite has released the ISA C8X, its first ISA-branded audio interface, featuring eight preamps and USB-C connectivity for professional studios and retailers worldwide.

Dreamtonics' Instrument X Synthesizer Now Available

SOMA Laboratory has begun shipping Instrument X, a new synthesizer platform that utilizes neural acoustic modeling to revolutionize sound creation, according to Recording Magazine. This innovative technology replaces conventional sample…

Neural DSP Delivers Major CorOS 4.1.0 Refresh for Quad Cortex Family

Neural DSP has issued a substantial CorOS 4.1.0 refresh for its Quad Cortex amp modeller and multi-effects platform, marking a significant milestone for the ecosystem. The update is available free…

CEDAR Audio Releases Neural Network Voice Isolator Plugin

CEDAR Audio has revealed a new plugin called Voxis, a voice isolator designed for real-time applications, according to a company announcement. The tool is intended to minimize distracting sounds in…

Pineapple Thief Bassist Cites Living Colour as Early Influence

According to Jon Sykes, bassist for The Pineapple Thief, his introduction to impactful bass playing came through the music of Living Colour. Sykes noted that 1989, the year he began…

Bitwig Studio 6.1 Moves from Beta to Full Release with New Sampler

Bitwig Studio 6.1 has officially left its public beta testing period to become a stable release for everyone with an active Upgrade Plan. This update is available free of charge…

Cort Guitars Appoints Steve Araujo as Head of Strategic Sales

Suonobuono Polyvera Hybrid Synth Enters Pre-Order Phase

Italian developer Suonobuono has launched a new hybrid wavetable synthesizer, the Polyvera, for pre-order. The instrument combines digital oscillators with analog filter circuitry to evoke the character of vintage samplers…

TiMax integrates AI assistant support into SoundHub software

TiMax has released TiMax2 SoundHub software with native Model Context Protocol support, allowing AI assistants to automate initial show file creation and reduce setup time from hours to minutes for…

MXR Teams with Byron Chambers on Upgraded Mr. Talkbox Signature Pedal

MXR has unveiled the Mr. Talkbox Signature Talk Box, created in collaboration with Byron Chambers, according to gearnews.com. The new unit builds on the company's earlier M222 Talk Box and…

SOMA Laboratory ships Enigma sensor synth to global retailers

SOMA Laboratory has begun shipping its Enigma synthesizer, a unique sensor-based instrument, to retailers like Thomann at a price point of €829, marking a new product entry for the niche…

Bitwig Studio 6.1 Adds Radically Updated Sampler Device

Bitwig Studio has unveiled version 6.1, featuring a significantly redesigned Sampler device, according to MusicRadar. The German software developer asserts that the new version will encourage users to experiment with…

555 Adj Encore Lp5 IP Fixtures Transform Global Village Dubai

Ella Suena Female-Focused Drum Camp in Mexico

Guitar Center Revives Drum-Off at the Fonda After 10-Year Hiatus

Guitar Center's Drum-Off competition has returned following a decade-long break, staging its finals at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood, according to Music Connection. Six drummers from across the United States…

Marshall releases final Hendrix 60th anniversary collection

Marshall concludes its Jimi Hendrix 60th anniversary tribute with three new products featuring psychedelic aesthetics and specific pricing details.

RØDE Releases Updated DS3 Desktop Studio Arm

Audio equipment manufacturer RØDE has unveiled the DS3, a refreshed version of its professional desktop studio arm, according to Pro Sound Web. The new model expands upon the features of…

Taylor Guitars scales bespoke luthier mindset to reach new markets

A new Guitar.com documentary details how Taylor Guitars, under Master Designer Andy Powers, is expanding its audience by applying custom-shop principles to mass production, notably through the Gold Label Collection…

MXR releases Mr. TalkBox signature unit alongside new gear

MXR launched a signature talk box for Byron Chambers while other brands announced new pedals and guitars.

TiMax Brings AI Assistant Tools to SoundHub via MCP Integration

TiMax has introduced a new feature that allows AI assistants to work with its SoundHub software through the Model Context Protocol. This open standard enables AI tools to interact with…

Marshall expands Hendrix 60th collection with studio bundle and accessories

Marshall amplifies its Jimi Hendrix 60th Anniversary lineup with a portable 20-watt JMH Studio Edition bundle, plus themed Emberton III speakers and Royal V headphones, targeting retailers with new SKUs…

Stones Music founder mourns lap steel supplier Ronny Bennett

Mark Pugh of Stones Music paid tribute to Ronny Bennett, a key UK lap steel guitar manufacturer and former country music performer who died in August 2026. Bennett supplied hundreds…

Mark Levinson 600 series now available in Australia

Amber Technology launches the Mark Levinson 600 Series in Australia, featuring three new high-performance audio components with Pure Path circuitry and Tectonic design.

Groove Synthesis Releases Operating System Update for 3Rd Wave

Groove Synthesis has launched a complimentary update, version 2.0a, for its 3rd Wave synthesizer. According to Synthtopia, the update introduces new capabilities for wave creation and a fresh reverb effect.…

Carl Martin launches dual compressor limiter pedal for $199

Carl Martin introduced the Dual Compressor Limiter, an analog dynamics pedal featuring two independent presets and parallel compression, priced at $199 for the US market.

Mike Dirnt to Launch Reverb Shop Featuring Decades of Gear

Green Day bassist Mike Dirnt is collaborating with Reverb to offer a wide array of instruments, amplifiers, stage equipment, and apparel from his personal collection, according to No Treble. The…

Solid State Logic Streamlines Collaboration and Integration with System T

Black Rooster Audio debuts PS-VC1 vocal chain plug-in

Black Rooster Audio has launched the PS-VC1 Vocal Chain Channel, a fixed-order processing tool marking the start of its new Professional Series range for the music-products market.

AVer Shows Compact NDI Encoder and Decoder

AVer Information has introduced the NC30, a newly developed network device that combines encoding and decoding capabilities. According to AVer, the device facilitates the integration of cameras, displays, and various…

Meyer Sound and UltraSound upgrade Outside Lands audio with new LFC deployments

Meyer Sound and UltraSound LLC upgraded the audio infrastructure at San Francisco's Outside Lands festival, deploying 340 loudspeakers including a shift to 2100-LFC low-frequency control elements at the main stage.

Chamsys launches mediamaster 26.0 stable for live production

ChamSys has released MediaMaster 26.0 Stable, integrating its acquired software portfolio into a unified platform for live events. The update enhances workflow, supports 4K HDR playback, and introduces new server…

The Sennheiser Group at IBC 2026

Unofficial Korg Volca Drum Firmware Adds Trigger Conditions and Editing Features

An independent project has released a new firmware update for the Korg Volca Drum, introducing several advanced editing and sequencing capabilities. The update includes Elektron-style trigger conditions such as A-B,…

Nugen Audio Adds Subscription Options for Audio Professionals

Nugen Audio intends to introduce new subscription plans, designated Post and Producer, at the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) in Amsterdam. According to Mixonline, these offerings are designed to give audio…

Chord electronics confirms autumn launch for ultima 7 stereo power amp

Chord electronics revealed the upcoming ultima 7 stereo power amplifier, featuring class g topology and specific power ratings for high-end systems.