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CRSSD Lab has been hosting music-making workshops for years — why?

After six years, Roland and Chapter One Records keep coming back to CRSSD Lab to introduce people to vinyl and music production. We find out if it's having the …

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Private Stock Meets Core: PRS Custom 24 Birds of a Feather

PRS is offering something special in their Core lineup: a limited run of Custom 24 guitars with “Birds of a Feather” inlay, previously only available on Private…

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sE Electronics V8 Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone Demo

The sE Electronics V8 supercardioid dynamic microphone is a high-end evolution designed to offer more detail, better off-axis rejection, and a premium response …

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Wanna give your mixes a little analogue flavour? We’ve rounded up the best deals at Plugin Boutique so you don’t have to

Fancy a Solid State Logic plugin for less than £20? The post Wanna give your mixes a little analogue flavour? We’ve rounded up the best deals at Plugin Bo…

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Colapso is a synth that plays the periodic table – somehow

The new soft synth from Imaginando is rooted in Werner Heisenberg’s Uncertainty Principle, which says we can’t know both the position and momentum of a subatomi…

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Selmer Paris Mouthpiece Series — Mouthpiece Overview

In this video, Christophe Grèzes from Selmer Paris breaks down the hidden world of mouthpiece acoustics. Whether you play saxophone or clarinet, the principles …

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Explore the Best of Guitar Gallery – October 2026

Every month in Best of Guitar Gallery, we highlight a small selection of guitars that stand out for their artistry, design, and craftsmanship. For the mont…

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ADAM Audio reveals Sub8 PRO and Sub10 PRO, designed for precise low-ends in the studio

The subwoofers can also be managed with ADAM Control, ADAM Audio’s new network-based Ethernet management system. The post ADAM Audio reveals Sub8 PRO and Sub10 …

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Teenage Engineering to stop making synths – but what does it mean for the future of the cult brand?

After moving the needle with an array of innovative synths in the last 20 years – like the fan favourite OP-1 – the company is looking to branch out. Founder Je…

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How This Digital Amp Won Over a Guitar Icon

Mitch Gallagher and Fender’s Rick Heins team up to take a deep dive into the Fender Joe Bonamassa Tone Master ’59 Twin amp. This isn’t just another modeling amp…

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The best new music plugins this week, free and paid

Software instruments, effects and mixing plugins – here’s everything fresh in the plugin marketplace this week. The post The best new music plugins this week, f…

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The perfect snare sound is the holy grail – and Kaelin Ellis thinks he’s found it

The producer picks an Orange County snare as one of his six items in his fantasy Forever Studio. The post The perfect snare sound is the holy grail – and Kaelin…

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Step aside Sonos – JBL’s new Cove line offers a new solution to multi-room listening

The Cove line can sync up for multi-room audio listening, with the bonus of the JBL Cove P1 being battery powered to extend to the outdoors. The post Step aside…

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Why festivals are booking hi-fi sound systems on their lineups

Festivals like Portola, Coachella, Head Trip, and III Points are emphasising hi-fi spaces within the festival grounds as a selling point The post Why festivals …

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Why You Need to Understand These 4 Mixing Tools

In this video, Joe Gilder breaks down four mixing tools to get a radio-ready mix. Whether you’re working with heavy guitars, driving bass, or punchy drums, Joe …

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“This Is Our Victory Moment” — Evanescence on Artistry, Gear & Bringing Sanctuary to Life

For this Evanescence interview, the band discusses Sanctuary’s artistic roots, their favorite gear, bringing the album to life on tour, and what makes this run …

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The LARYNX – a new feature-packed hard synth from AnalogFX – is available now

Its initial production run is limited to just 50 units. The post The LARYNX – a new feature-packed hard synth from AnalogFX – is available now appeared first on…

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Fancy a free Minimoog Model D emulation plugin? Idle Foundry’s CA-72 has got you covered

CA-72 is available to download for free from GitHub and comes loaded with 24 presets to get the ball rolling. The post Fancy a free Minimoog Model D emulation p…

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My Forever Studio: Kaelin Ellis is guided by video games

Ellis brings nostalgic gear to his Forever Studio, along with some surprising twists. The post My Forever Studio: Kaelin Ellis is guided by video games appeared…

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Dunlop XP Expression Pedals: Plug-and-play Compatibility for Your Modeler

Do you have an amp and effects modeler? It’s very likely that Dunlop has an expression pedal just for you. Whether you’re using Quad Cortex, Kemper, Tone Master…

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Undertone Audio Is Now at Sweetwater ft. Eric Valentine

Known for designing some of the most musical and versatile gear in the industry, Eric Valentine’s Undertone Audio has for years been the “best-kept secret” of t…

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Amplified Nations Skyline Reverb: The Boldest D-style Yet

Amplified Nations makes some of the finest D-style amplifiers available today, and the Skyline Reverb may be its boldest-sounding design yet. Built on the same …

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Brandon Ellis: Jackson Pro Plus Series Kelly KE27 — DIY Roots & Design Philosophy Explained

Brandon Ellis dives deep with his signature Jackson Pro Plus Series Kelly KE27, detailing the DIY roots, design inspirations, and distinctive construction that …

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Meet the Loewe neo, a high-end portable speaker with built-in ambient lighting

“It represents not only the next chapter of premium personal audio, but the future of Loewe.” The post Meet the Loewe neo, a high-end portable speaker with buil…

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“It frustrates me to hear people bashing something that’s so amazing”: Todd Edwards is optimistic about AI in music production

“If you’re using Splice packs, you’re using other people’s sounds… that’s no different, in my mind. The hypocrisy in the industry is insane…” says the house leg…

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UA Volt Gen 2 & Volt 2 Max Audio Interfaces

Universal Audio’s Volt series quickly became a favorite for its Vintage Preamp mode and built-in 1176-style compressor. Now, Mitch Gallagher takes us through th…

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Is too much gear a bad thing? Hazel Mills says “option paralysis is very real” – and it could be killing your creativity

“I’m a real advocate of limitations. You can actually be more creative by using one piece of gear for a year and really getting to know it.” The post Is too muc…

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Meet the FLpad – a Novation 8×8 grid controller designed specifically for FL Studio

Boasting 64 RGB-backlit pads, plus a suite of controls for navigating FL Studio. The post Meet the FLpad – a Novation 8×8 grid controller designed specific…

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Job openings in music tech this month: Las Vegas theater productions, analogue experience curation, and more

Check out jobs from Cirque du Soleil, Roland, QSC, and more The post Job openings in music tech this month: Las Vegas theater productions, analogue experience c…

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All of the best deals on Plugin Boutique right now: UJAM, Soundtoys, XLN Audio and more

After a long hot summer, we’ve found some great plugin deals so you can get creative while staying warm indoors. The post All of the best deals on Plugin Boutiq…

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BandLab Technologies appoints new CEO, Ivan Chen

The company's previous CEO, Meng Ru Kuok, will stay with the company as executive chairman. The post BandLab Technologies appoints new CEO, Ivan Chen appeared f…

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GamesSoundCon 2026: Your chance to network with the composers for Call of Duty, Assassin’s Creed and Fallout

The massive event will return to Los Angeles on 20-21 October. The post GamesSoundCon 2026: Your chance to network with the composers for Call of Duty, Assassin…

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Arturia releases Pigments Play, a slimmed-down free version of its mainstay soft synth

Get started producing with a familiar UI and an impressively wide range of functions. The post Arturia releases Pigments Play, a slimmed-down free version of it…

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Technics continues its commitment to premium sound fidelity with new flagship EAH-A1000 wireless headphones

While these can’t connect to a DJ mixer running Technics’ historic turntables, they were designed to maintain the same level of audio excellence. The post Techn…

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Which software is best for recording and creating DJ mixes?

One tool is the clear winner for pre-recording a mix or playlist, but it's a ubiquitous DAW that'll give you the most meticulous control when creating your mixe…

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5 Guitars You Should Play at Church

In this video, Jordan Houghton breaks down his top five electric guitars for worship. From the versatile switching of his PRS to the surprising modern tones of …

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Spitfire Audio once again teams up with BT on Phoenix, a hybrid synth built from the producer’s private archive

It's the third collaboration between Spitifre and BT, following Phobos and Polaris in 2017 and 2022, respectively. The post Spitfire Audio once again teams up w…

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My Forever Studio: Hazel Mills invents a new instrument

Hazel takes us into her fantasy studio, somewhere in Norway between the forest and the mountains…with its own tiled reverb chamber The post My Forever Studio: H…

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The Ludwig Bronze Beauty Got an Upgrade

The legendary Ludwig Black Beauty has a sibling that may just steal the spotlight. In today’s video, Casey dives deep into the Ludwig Bronze Beauty snare drum, …

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Give Your Amp Sim a Sweet, Creamy Tone

If your amp sim sounds harsh instead of sweet and creamy, you’re in the right place! EQ is the secret sauce that makes good sounds better, and maybe even promot…

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Antares AutoTune Advanced: The Plugin That Finally Keeps Vibrato Human

I sat in with Brian from Antares to run AutoTune Advanced through its paces, and the phrase that kept coming up was “more human.” After spending time with the n…

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A Day in the Life of a Master Builder

From Fender to Gretsch to Jackson and Charvel, Masterbuilt guitars are as close as you can get to perfection in six-string form. Every Masterbuilt instrument is…

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Huge Tone, Tiny Box | The ENGL Savage 30 Amp Head

Ever since its emergence in the early 1990s, the 120-watt ENGL Savage tube amp head has been a much-used favorite of players who love aggressive yet articulate …

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“Stereoize” Mono Guitar for Spectacular Mixes

Guitars are mono. It’s a stereo world. See the problem? Delay or imaging plugins create a stereo effect, but we can do much better than that — as we’l…

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Creating Studio-quality Guitar Modeler Patches and Presets

Treat your live audiences to studio-quality guitar tone by incorporating these pro tips. While listeners want to experience a great connection during worship, y…

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Luke Combs Full Band Rig Tour — My Kinda Saturday Night

Luke Combs’ band gives a full rig tour with Sweetwater, during their 2026 My Kinda Saturday Night tour, diving deep on the gear that brings every show to life! …

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What You Need to Know About the Friedman Brit-50 Amp

The Sweetwater-exclusive Friedman Brit-50: a no-nonsense, 2-channel, 50-watt tube amp that delivers classic British hard-rock sounds of yesteryear. The amp’s de…

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The Alesis Turbo Pro Makes Drumming Easy & Affordable

The Alesis Turbo Pro is an affordable and ultra-compact e-kit that comes with everything you need to get started playing the drums. It’s also a great low-cost o…

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Bernth Test Drives the Laney Ironheart Foundry Series with Fenn Alexander

Bernth gets his first look at the Laney Ironheart Foundry series with a detailed demo and sonic showcase, starring Bernth’s signature Ibanez BER10 and Laney’s F…

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