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Apple Music goes hi-def, adds lossless options and Dolby Atmos for no extra cost
Apple may upgrade its music streaming service with high fidelity and spatial audio options in the next few days - here's what we know so far. The post Apple Music goes hi-def, adds lossless options and Dolby Atmos for no extra cost appeared first on gearnews.com.
Reason Studios gives us a peek at the upcoming Reason 12
Reason Studios has announced that Reason 12 will be released later this year. The new version will feature a high-res interface, a new Sampler and more. The post Reason Studios gives us a peek at the upcoming Reason 12 appeared first on gearnews.com.
sonicLab Thermo: thermodynamics meet audio synthesis
Four oscillators apply "thermodynamics" to squeeze previously unheard sounds out of standard waveforms and filters, in this cool new sound design tool. The post sonicLab Thermo: thermodynamics meet audio synthesis appeared first on gearnews.com.
Fender Final Fantasy XIV Stratocaster has built-in crystals and in-game features
Fender's Final Fantasy XIV Stratocaster has Crystals of Darkness and Light and a Limit Break pickup mode, giving FF fans a deep tie-in with their favourite game. The post Fender Final Fantasy XIV Stratocaster has built-in crystals and in-game features appeared first...
Apple Music HiFi: Apple Streaming going hi-def and 3D audio?
Apple may upgrade its music streaming service with high fidelity and spatial audio options in the next few days - here's what we know so far. The post Apple Music HiFi: Apple Streaming going hi-def and 3D audio? appeared first on gearnews.com.
First look: Tonesturm SPCTRL EQ makes equalizer plug-ins fun again
SPCRTL EQ: a mad scientist that lets you mould EQ shapes for both stereo channels independently, then modulate them into oblivion. EQs are fun again! The post First look: Tonesturm SPCTRL EQ makes equalizer plug-ins fun again appeared first on gearnews.com.
MDLR-37: hand crafted folding modular system from Love Hultén
The MDLR-37 pulls in a Korg Minilogue and Microkey, a Meris ENZO, T-Rex Duplicator and Doepfer A-199 for a perfectly poised folding synth station. The post MDLR-37: hand crafted folding modular system from Love Hultén appeared first on gearnews.com.
BeetTweek: Magical motorised multifunction knob for Eurorack
BeetTweek is a high-precision rotary sensor that moves itself in many modes of haptic force feedback. From returning to zero to spinning out modulations this is a new form of modular interaction. The post BeetTweek: Magical motorised multifunction knob for Eurorack...
Best free plug-ins this week: Stupid Compressor, SweepDelay and TAL-Filter-2 3.0
This weeks collection of free plug-ins is all about useful essentials: A no-fuss compressor, a filtered delay and a major update for a classic free filter plug-in. The post Best free plug-ins this week: Stupid Compressor, SweepDelay and TAL-Filter-2 3.0 appeared first...
NFTs for Musicians: A new cash source for creatives?
NFTs: A gateway to new revenue streams for your music? Or more over-hyped tech you're not going to make any money with? Join us for a deep dive. The post NFTs for Musicians: A new cash source for creatives? appeared first on gearnews.com.
First Look: Walrus Audio Polychrome delivers quality analog flanger tones
Walrus Audio recently released its latest pedal, the Polychrome Analog Flanger. If you're a fan of flanger effects, then you need to check this pedal out! The post First Look: Walrus Audio Polychrome delivers quality analog flanger tones appeared first on gearnews.com.
Cherry Audio PS-20 takes the Korg MS-20 to polyphony and back
Cherry Audio continues its emulation line of vintage synths by taking on the growling Korg MS-20. The PS-20 soups it up, expands the voices and aims for unpredictability. The post Cherry Audio PS-20 takes the Korg MS-20 to polyphony and back appeared first on...
Herb and Stones announce Gentle Wham: 6 voice analog drum module
From the makers of Liquid Foam comes the analog Gentle Wham drum synthesizer module which you can play, trigger or drone. Sounds like fun! The post Herb and Stones announce Gentle Wham: 6 voice analog drum module appeared first on gearnews.com.
Smooth Hound Innovations SIVA: A British alternative to the Helix?
The SIVA from Smooth Hound Innovations is a "Virtual Analogue" multi-effects platform with built-in wireless connectivity, made in the UK. The post Smooth Hound Innovations SIVA: A British alternative to the Helix? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Phonolyth Velvet Machine: infinite reverbs and velvety sounds now on Windows and Mac
Phonolyth generates abstract reverberations and extremely long reverbs using impulse responses in conjunction with an envelope generator. The post Phonolyth Velvet Machine: infinite reverbs and velvety sounds now on Windows and Mac appeared first on gearnews.com.
King Tubby Big Knob: A new hardware replica of the Altec 9069B filter
A Barcelona startup brings back a legendary piece of equipment used in Jamaican roots music from the 1970s and onwards, augemnted with digital tech. The post King Tubby Big Knob: A new hardware replica of the Altec 9069B filter appeared first on gearnews.com.
Deal: Get up to 55% off on Blackstar amps and effects!
Save up to 55% off list prices with this epic deal on Blackstar products, which includes the Series One, ID and Studio amps, plus the HT Pedals. The post Deal: Get up to 55% off on Blackstar amps and effects! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Austrian Audio Hi-X65: Open-back reference headphones for mixing and mastering
Austrian Audio has announced the Hi-X65 reference headphones. The Hi-X65 features an open-back design for professional mixing and mastering applications. The post Austrian Audio Hi-X65: Open-back reference headphones for mixing and mastering appeared first on...
GRAINSCAPE: Granular multiverse of infinite variations
Grainscape is a 4-channel granular synth and audio processor that plants and harvests grains like a granular farm. Grab your wellies and let's get stuck in. The post GRAINSCAPE: Granular multiverse of infinite variations appeared first on gearnews.com.
Nermal: Destruction and distortion from Neutral Labs
From Neutral Labs who gave us the Elmyra drone synth comes a chewy distortion module for Eurorack with added bite, scratch, nibble and Ouch! The post Nermal: Destruction and distortion from Neutral Labs appeared first on gearnews.com.
Review: Phil Jones Bass Double Four BG-75
Most of the time, bassists are prone to copping a hard-knock from gear manufacturers. Due to the powerful frequencies bestowed upon their instrument of choice, they’re forced to make do with amplifiers that are bulky as hell and weigh over a metric tonne to cart...
Gear Rundown: Childish Gambino’s ‘Redbone’
Childish Gambino’s unique approach to R&B and hip hop songwriting has garnered him a bunch of fans across the globe, but 2016’s Awaken, My Love! and its final track pushed him far into the mainstream and helped to create the monolith we all know today. This...
‘We’re a rock n’ roll band and we’re supposed to make trouble’: You Am I’s Tim Rogers on the band’s new album, The Lives of Others
You Am I have earned a place in the hearts of three generations of contemporary music fans. Formed at the turn of the 1990s by guitarist and lead vocalist Tim Rogers, You Am I have maintained a loyal international following while never straying far from their power...
Koala Audio announced as domestic distributor for Artiphon Musical Instruments
Over the past few years, Artiphon Musical Instruments have established a solid reputation as shakers and breakers in the music industry thanks to their forward-thinking, advanced take on motion-controlled music controllers. Their debut product, the spellbinding...
St. Vincent, You Am I + more: our five favourite records of the week
Friday is here, which means it’s release day for a bunch of artists at home and around the world. With so many hot releases out there to tuck into, we’ve compiled some of the best to present to you for the weekend. Today, we’re wrapping our ears around St. Vincent’s...
Dark Mofo announces 2021 lineup, headed by Sonic Youth’s Thurston Moore
After having to cancel its 2020 event due to COVID-19, Dark Mofo makes its return in 2021, promising another eccentric lineup of the bold and bizarre. Today, the festival has just announced its 2021 lineup, headed up by none other than Sonic Youth’s Thurston Moore....
Mooer launches GTRS Intelligent Guitars via Indiegogo – with a Super Knob!
Mooer is launching their new GTRS Intelligent Guitars via Indiegogo and it look like it has digital modelling onboard, plus and Android and iOS app. The post Mooer launches GTRS Intelligent Guitars via Indiegogo – with a Super Knob! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Loot Audio online giveaway announced
Akai unveil MPC One Retro Software and hardware goodies to be won, with over 1500 runner-up prizes.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/loot-audio-online-giveaway-announced
Up your 1U game with Mosaic Eurorack tiles
Mosaic 1U tiles are colourfully designed with white or black front panels and 18 modules to choose from featuring far more than the usual utilities. The post Up your 1U game with Mosaic Eurorack tiles appeared first on gearnews.com.
VoidModular HexAR: 6 mixed and looped AR envelope generators
HexAR is a densely packed 6-channel AR envelope generator that loops when unoccupied and mixes into strange and interesting LFOs. The post VoidModular HexAR: 6 mixed and looped AR envelope generators appeared first on gearnews.com.
T-RackS Comprexxor: IK Multimedia models the Empirical Labs Distressor
IK Multimedia presents its long-overdue software take on the Empirical Labs Distressor hardware compressor in plug-in and T-RackS (standalone) form. The post T-RackS Comprexxor: IK Multimedia models the Empirical Labs Distressor appeared first on gearnews.com.
DEAL: 27 ESP E-II and LTD guitar and bass models at up to 40% off!
Need a performance guitar or bass? Thomann has a stonking deal on 27 instruments from the E-II and LTD series, at up to 40% off while stocks last... The post DEAL: 27 ESP E-II and LTD guitar and bass models at up to 40% off! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Delia Derbyshire film on BBC Four
Modern Latin Music Summit announced Delia Derbyshire: The Myths & The Legendary Tapes receives its national showing as part of the BBC Four Arena television series and will be available on the iPlayer shortly...
The Bamboos look back on ten of their all-time greatest gigs
Considered by many within the local scene as a national treasure, you’d be drawing at straws to find a more hard-working band than The Bamboos. For two decades, the Melbourne-based funk/soul outfit have brought their irresistible, tight-knit grooves to all corners of...
Behringer Studio M
The Studio M Premium Passive Studio Controller takes controlling your setup seriously. Switch between any two audio sources and monitors and adjust their level. The large volume knob makes it easy to dial-in the perfect level every time, without having to reach for...
Universal Audio, Glou-Glou + more: our top five gear releases of this week
With so many brands to keep up to date with, it can be easy to lose track of all the latest equipment launched into the gear-sphere each week. Today, we’re taking a look at some of the best product releases that you might’ve missed over the week, with this wrap-up...
My Rig: Drown This City
Combining lethal down-tuned riffs and obliterating breakdowns with lyrical themes that coast around topics of trauma, rejection and depression, Drown This City are without a doubt one of Australia’s most jarring post-hardcore acts today. While the band’s professional...
Review: Line 6 POD Go Wireless
Line 6 is synonymous with a handful of products. You mention the name and instantly people fondly remember the Line 6 PODs, large, kidney-shaped amp modellers that, at the time, we all thought sounded undoubtedly like a real amp. Read more amp profiler, modelling and...
Jay-Z, Foo Fighters, Carole King + more inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has today unveiled its list of inductees for 2021, with this year producing one of the most diverse class of inductees in the Hall of Fame’s history. Read more music news here. Among the Performer inductees for 2021 include Jay-Z and the...
New DPA 4466 & 4488 Miniature Headset Mics offer IP58 protection
The new DPA 4466 and 4488 couple a 5mm capsule with new headset design and IP58 protection. Will these new mics uphold the DPA tradition? The post New DPA 4466 & 4488 Miniature Headset Mics offer IP58 protection appeared first on gearnews.com.
Express MPE – presets for MPE synths for any MPE controller
From Sensel the makers of the Morph MPE touch controller comes express MPE, free presets designed for a range of MPE software and hardware synths. NEW UPDATE! The post Express MPE – presets for MPE synths for any MPE controller appeared first on gearnews.com.
Lunacy Audio CUBE: Another new way of making music
We love a bit of innovation and Lunacy Audio does it with their proprietary 3D sample engine that visualises and modulates samples in 3D space. The post Lunacy Audio CUBE: Another new way of making music appeared first on gearnews.com.
New details emerge on the Novation Circuit Rhythm
Novation has been a bit cagey about their new Circuit Rhythm due out in the summer but more details have appeared on a Dutch webstore - let's dig in. The post New details emerge on the Novation Circuit Rhythm appeared first on gearnews.com.
PACE iLok USB-C: Everyone’s favorite dongle is keeping up with the times
If you've been wishing for a USB-C version of the popular iLok license key, it's your lucky day: PACE has just announced the iLok USB-C. The post PACE iLok USB-C: Everyone’s favorite dongle is keeping up with the times appeared first on gearnews.com.
UA update Luna & UAD platform
Modern Latin Music Summit announced Universal Audio offer a complete emulation of the API Vision console for their Luna DSP-powered DAW.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/ua-update-luna-uad-platform
Huge deal on Tech 21 VT Bass 500/1000 & 112 Cabs: Up to 65% off!
Huge savings on Tech 21 VT Bass 500/1000 and matching 112 Cabs, up to 65% off! But hurry as stocks are limited and when they're gone, that's it! The post Huge deal on Tech 21 VT Bass 500/1000 & 112 Cabs: Up to 65% off! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Soundtoys sale: Mega-deals on effects plug-ins with up to 80% off!
It's that time of the year! Renowned effects plug-ins maker Soundtoys is slashing the prices of all its products until June 9, 2021. The post Soundtoys sale: Mega-deals on effects plug-ins with up to 80% off! appeared first on gearnews.com.
UAD API Vision analog console bundle transforms LUNA into a virtual API desk
Universal Audio has built a digital replica of the entire API Vision analog console into the LUNA recording system. For only EUR 700! The post UAD API Vision analog console bundle transforms LUNA into a virtual API desk appeared first on gearnews.com.
AVA Drum Flow: New Harrison plug-in designed to conjure beefy drum sounds
AVA Drum Flow has six routable modules designed to get you some monster drum sounds with dynamics, EQ, transient shaping and synthesis reinforcement. The post AVA Drum Flow: New Harrison plug-in designed to conjure beefy drum sounds appeared first on gearnews.com.
DPA expand headset mic range
Hi-X65 from Austrian Audio The new 4000-series models are available in omni and cardioid versions, and take advantage of DPA's innovative 6000-series mounting system.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/dpa-expand-headset-mic-range
Bluesfest announces rescheduled dates for 2021
After being cancelled in heartbreaking circumstances just one day prior to kicking off in April due to COVID concerns, Bluesfest Byron Bay have now released their intended dates for their rescheduled 2021 event. Catch up on all the latest touring news here. As...
Lewitt LCT 140 Air now available in pairs
Delia Derbyshire film on BBC Four Affordable small-diaphragm capacitor mics can now be bought in matching pairs for stereo applications.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/lewitt-lct-140-air-now-available-pairs
iLok v3 released
UA update Luna & UAD platform New USB license key comes in USB-C version, and is built into a metal case.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/ilok-v3-released
DZ Deathrays release new single, announce Positive Rising Grant winners
Dance-punk trio DZ Deathrays drop their fourth track ‘Make Yourself Mad’ in the lead up to their new album Positive Rising: Part 2 due for a July 9 release. The band said in a press release that ‘Make Yourself Mad’ is a “raucous statement about the role we play in...
New study exposes the alarming extent of sexual harassment within the Australian music industry
A new report on workplace harassment in Australian and New Zealand music industries has found that 65 per cent of women surveyed experienced pressure to have sex, and 85 per cent experienced other forms of sexual harassment. Content warning: this story contains...
Fender launch the Road Worn Jason Isbell Custom Telecaster
Initially announced as part of the Big F’s signature guitar rollout at NAMM 2021, Fender have today given the Jason Isbell Signature Custom Telecaster an official launch, sharing tantalising new details about the guitar. Read the latest product news here. Revered for...
PRS Archon amplifier returns in 50-Watt combo and head formats, and lots of gain
The PRS Archon all-tube amplifier returns in two formats. Both the head and combo versions have plenty of gain on tap, and crystal clear cleans. The post PRS Archon amplifier returns in 50-Watt combo and head formats, and lots of gain appeared first on gearnews.com.
Leak: Apple M2 rainbow coloured MacBook Airs: What does this mean for musicians?
Is Apple going to release an M2 based MacBook Air later this year? According to proven leaker Jon Prosser, yes. And they will come in a variety of colours! The post Leak: Apple M2 rainbow coloured MacBook Airs: What does this mean for musicians? appeared first on...
Dean issues limited run USA Leslie West Tattered N Torn Thoroughbred TBZ signature models
The Dean USA Leslie West Tattered N Torn Thoroughbred TBZ signature model is part of a limited run of 50 guitars, all aged by John Cruz. The post Dean issues limited run USA Leslie West Tattered N Torn Thoroughbred TBZ signature models appeared first on gearnews.com.
Old Blood Noise Endeavors Expression Ramper: An Effect Pedal Parameter Mover!
Old Blood Noise Endeavors' Expression Ramper lets you to add movement to effect parameters on the fly via the EXP input on your favourite stompboxes. The post Old Blood Noise Endeavors Expression Ramper: An Effect Pedal Parameter Mover! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Unfiltered Audio SILO: This new granular reverb will make you dizzy
SILO by Unfiltered Audio combines a reverb with a granular engine to create otherworldly textures and evolving soundscapes. A sound designer's dream reverb? The post Unfiltered Audio SILO: This new granular reverb will make you dizzy appeared first on gearnews.com.
Walrus Audio debuts Polychrome, an analogue flanger pedal
Walrus Audio launches a new analogue flanger called Polychrome with a format that will seem familiar to owners of the Julia and Lillian pedals. The post Walrus Audio debuts Polychrome, an analogue flanger pedal appeared first on gearnews.com.
The AKAI MPC One Retro Edition flaunts vintage looks like it’s 1988
AKAI is megadosing vibe into its MPC One groovebox with a facelift that harkens back to the days of gray MPCs in smokey project studios. The post The AKAI MPC One Retro Edition flaunts vintage looks like it’s 1988 appeared first on gearnews.com.
Fender tweaks the Tele for the Road Worn Jason Isbell Signature Custom Telecaster
Fender's new Road Worn Jason Isbell Signature Custom Telecaster sports some vintage appointments and a spectacular chocolate sunburst finish. The post Fender tweaks the Tele for the Road Worn Jason Isbell Signature Custom Telecaster appeared first on gearnews.com.
Immersion Networks mix³: cloud-based 3D mixing for everyone
Immersion Networks mix³ lets you create spatial 3D mixes without any special equipment. Simply upload your files to the cloud-based service and you're good to go. The post Immersion Networks mix³: cloud-based 3D mixing for everyone appeared first on gearnews.com.
Klark Teknik updates DN100 and DN200 DI boxes to V2
Klark Teknik has recently updated its widely used DN100 and DN200 DI units to version 2 - time to take another look at these classic units. The post Klark Teknik updates DN100 and DN200 DI boxes to V2 appeared first on gearnews.com.
Glou-Glou Loupé: a creative new Looper/Delay pedal for sound mangling
Will Glou-Glou's new pedal be the next big thing in creative looping and sound mangling? Join us for a dive into the world of Loupé. The post Glou-Glou Loupé: a creative new Looper/Delay pedal for sound mangling appeared first on gearnews.com.
TubeOhm Jeannie mini DIY Polysynth under development
We get first our look at Jeannie, a Teensy based 8-voice wavetable synthesizer designed as a DIY kit and coming along like a storm. The post TubeOhm Jeannie mini DIY Polysynth under development appeared first on gearnews.com.
TC Electronic channel the legendary RAT for their new Magus Pro pedal
Hot on the heels of the launch of their mini Skysurfer reverb pedal, TC Electronic have unveiled another new stompbox in the form of the Pro Magus, a versatile distortion pedal designed in the vein of the infamous ProCo RAT. Read all the latest Product News here....
Arturia unveil massive KeyStep Pro 2.0 firmware update
Launched onto the market last year, Arturia’s KeyStep Pro is a powerful four-track polyphonic sequencer and MIDI controller that serves as an ultimate companion to any musician working with hardware outside of the box. Now, the acclaimed French product developers have...
Waves Vocal Production Suite
The Vocal Production suite includes 15 popular vocal plugins, to help you produce and mix studio-quality vocals that sound modern, professional, creative and polished: Waves Tune Real-Time, for real-time creative vocal tuning OVox Vocal ReSynthesis, the...
Review: Fender Joe Strummer Campfire Acoustic Guitar
Like the man himself, the Fender Joe Strummer Campfire acoustic guitar is small in size but big in spirit. A travel-sized acoustic tribute to the iconic frontman of The Clash, it’s both utilitarian and powerfully voiced, serving as the perfect songwriting tool and...
Rocksolid Audio Control Strip 2: SSL inspired hardware controller for plug-ins
With Control Strip 2, Rocksolid Audio aims to recreate an old SSL channel strip's EQ, Compressor, and Expander sections. A great mouse alternative? The post Rocksolid Audio Control Strip 2: SSL inspired hardware controller for plug-ins appeared first on gearnews.com.
Behringer STUDIO M: A passive monitor controller inspired by the Big Knob Passive?
Behringer's freshly minted STUDIO M passive monitor controller seems reminiscent of Mackie's popular Big Knob Passive, but will no doubt cost less. The post Behringer STUDIO M: A passive monitor controller inspired by the Big Knob Passive? appeared first on...
FabFilter Timeless 3
FabFilter Timeless 3 Latest version of FabFilter's delay plug-in boasts 16 delay taps and five new feedback effects.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/fabfilter-timeless-3
Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair now shipping internationally
Lewitt is now offering the LCT 140 AIR small diaphragm condenser microphone in matched pairs. That's a pretty sweet deal for an affordable stereo setup! The post Lewitt LCT 140 AIR Stereo Pair now shipping internationally appeared first on gearnews.com.
FabFilter Timeless 3: The classic tape delay gets a major upgrade
A 'timeless' delay classic gets a big upgrade: FabFilter has released Timeless 3 with new multi-tap delays, new effects and heaps of modulation. The post FabFilter Timeless 3: The classic tape delay gets a major upgrade appeared first on gearnews.com.
NakedBoards CV-8: Plug your USB controller directly into your modular
The Nakedboards CV-8 is a USB-to-CV interface for Eurorack that takes MIDI CC data from any USB MIDI controller and converts it to CV. The post NakedBoards CV-8: Plug your USB controller directly into your modular appeared first on gearnews.com.
Ephemere: Dual channel CV and modulation recorder
Capture your modulations with the dual-channel Ephemere signal recorder and play them out with adjusted speed, length and direction. The post Ephemere: Dual channel CV and modulation recorder appeared first on gearnews.com.
Welcome back to M185, a sequencer for the Roland System 100M format
RYK Modular has gone full circle to bring a new version of their M185 sequencer back to the Roland System 100m. The post Welcome back to M185, a sequencer for the Roland System 100M format appeared first on gearnews.com.
Review: Fender Noventa Series Jazzmaster
It may lack the iconic tones of the Stratocaster or the workhorse appeal of the Telecaster, but the Jazzmaster might just be the quiet overachiever out of Fender’s 1950s electric designs. The guitar’s offset contours, distinctive tremolo system and intricate switching...
Review: Fender Noventa Series Stratocaster
Contemporary garage rock is giving single coil pickups a resurgence and influencing the way we play, sound and buy. Companies like Fender are listening, and have recently unveiled the Noventa Range, an entirely re-modelled Fender range that feature newly-designed...
Review: Fender Noventa Series Telecaster
At this point in recorded history, the guitar (like all good subcultures), definitely has its fair share of cult heroes. While this might immediately bring to mind images of Kevin Shields or Robert Johnson (guitarists whose reputation and significance to the culture...
Mixdown’s guide to Australian acoustic virtuosos
Who says acoustic guitars can’t be cool? For the better part of half a century, Australia has been recognised for churning out some of the most respected and wildly talented names in acoustic guitar, specialising in everything from classical and Bossa Nova through to...
Want to work with Mixdown? We’re hiring a new Digital Editor
Mixdown Magazine, Australia’s number one news destination for musicians and music creators, is seeking an experienced editor to manage and administer content across its website and socials. Based in Melbourne, this job will see you source all the latest music,...
Best free plug-ins this week: BUSTERse, Wizard and MackEQ
This week’s collection of free plug-ins includes a stereo bus compressor with extras, a stereo widener and a funky 90s lo-fi EQ. Here’s BUSTERse, Wizard and MackEQ. The post Best free plug-ins this week: BUSTERse, Wizard and MackEQ appeared first on gearnews.com.
Synescope: a turntable of music through art and images
Synescope is a graphic to auditory instrument that interprets colour, contrast and movement on slowing spinning discs into musical tones, and control voltage. The post Synescope: a turntable of music through art and images appeared first on gearnews.com.
Dimensions: MIDI sequencer based on curvy parametric equations
This strange and beautiful Eurorack module uses the shapes of parametric equations to generate MIDI patterns and doesn't use any CV. The post Dimensions: MIDI sequencer based on curvy parametric equations appeared first on gearnews.com.
TC Electronic Magus Pro recreates the LM308 op-amp for analogue distortion tones
TC Electronic's RAT-style Magus Pro pedal has three distortion modes and emulates the LM308 op-amp, and comes in at an attractive price. The post TC Electronic Magus Pro recreates the LM308 op-amp for analogue distortion tones appeared first on gearnews.com.
Sennheiser sells its consumer business to Sonova
Sennheiser has announced that it's selling its consumer division to Sonova. The Swiss manufacturer of hearing aids acquires Sennheiser's consumer line of products like headphones and soundbars. The post Sennheiser sells its consumer business to Sonova appeared first...
Saturday May 8 is officially world Shure SM58 Day!
Not every piece of audio gear warrants its own official day, but as anybody in music and audio will tell you, the SM58 is no ordinary piece of audio gear. For the last 50 years, the ubiquitous live mic has been deemed by audio professionals as the most popular...
PreSonus release MicroStation BT
PreSonus release MicroStation BT Passive monitor controller features a subwoofer output and alternate Bluetooth 5.0 listening source.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/presonus-release-microstation-bt
Milan Ring breaks down the production behind her addictive new jam ‘B.S.’
By all accounts, Milan Ring is a once-in-a-generation talent. Over the course of the past five-odd years, the Sydney-based singer, multi-instrumentalist, producer, rapper and engineer has established a reputation as being one of Australia’s finest underground...
Review: PCDJ DEX 3 DJ / Mixing Software
The last few years have seen a slew of fresh blood entering the DJ community, as we bear witness to the continued rise and rise of electronic and dance music in broader popular culture. Combine this with the increased technification of society across the board and you...
An A-Z glossary of all the audio buzzwords you need to know
As producers and purveyors of music, it can be really difficult to articulate what we mean when describing sound. Sound for us invokes a feeling, a vibe or a mental image, and articulating ourselves can be a real struggle. Heck, music for some of us is the only way we...
REMI, Squid + more: our five favourite records of the week
Friday is here, which means it’s release day for a bunch of artists at home and around the world. With so many hot releases out there to tuck into, we’ve compiled some of the best to present to you for the weekend. This week, we’re getting stuck into the swan song...
QSC link up with Melbourne artist Chehehe for limited retail run of custom K10.2 speakers
Opening a new chapter for their acclaimed More Than A Black Box artist collaboration project, QSC Australia have unveiled a limited edition retail run of K10.2 speakers featuring custom artwork by Melbourne artist Chehehe. Read all the latest Product News here. The...
Kinsman Podcasting Microphones: A promising package to get you started
Are you looking to get into podcasting? Then these new microphone releases from Kinsman may be just the ticket for you to get started. The post Kinsman Podcasting Microphones: A promising package to get you started appeared first on gearnews.com.
Ableton Loop Create: Free online music summit event on 26 and 27 June 2021
Ableton is experimenting with the format of its yearly Loop event by spinning it off into a new online event called Loop Create. The post Ableton Loop Create: Free online music summit event on 26 and 27 June 2021 appeared first on gearnews.com.
Arturia KeyStep Pro 2.0 Firmware update
Arturia's colourful 4-track polyphonic sequencer and MIDI controller gets a firmware update with oodles of adjustments and added extras. The post Arturia KeyStep Pro 2.0 Firmware update appeared first on gearnews.com.
Magix Samplitude Pro X6: New features and improved workflow
On sale until May 26, Samplitude Pro X6 brings a plug-in browser with search function, advanced automation, and tools such as a dynamic EQ. The post Magix Samplitude Pro X6: New features and improved workflow appeared first on gearnews.com.
Minimal Audio Rift Filter Lite: Get this awesome filter plug-in for free!
Minimal Audio Rift Filter Lite is a unique morphing filter that does all sorts of fun things to your audio tracks. And it's free for a limited time! The post Minimal Audio Rift Filter Lite: Get this awesome filter plug-in for free! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Godin’s new Montreal Premiere LTD semi-hollow with TV Jones and Bigsby hardware
With the new Montreal Premiere LTD Imperial Blue, Godin mixes vintage style and modern playability. Here's the lowdown on Godin's tasty new semi-hollow. The post Godin’s new Montreal Premiere LTD semi-hollow with TV Jones and Bigsby hardware appeared first on...
Music Thing Modular Mini Drive: Incandescent Lamp Overdrive
Everyone's Eurorack deserves the glowing saturation of a Minimoog incandescent lamp overdrive. As luck would have it Music Thing Modular has just released the Mini Drive. The post Music Thing Modular Mini Drive: Incandescent Lamp Overdrive appeared first on...
Eurorack emulation VCV Rack V2.0 development update
Andrew Belt of VCV Rack has posted an update on the development of version 2 which includes interesting details on the future of this popular modular platform. The post Eurorack emulation VCV Rack V2.0 development update appeared first on gearnews.com.
Beyond Guitar from Sub51
PreSonus release MicroStation BT New library for Kontakt and Sampler X uses guitar samples as the basis of synth-style sounds.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/beyond-guitar-sub51
Black Rooster Audio teams up with Koen Heldens for the KH-EQ1 equalizer
Black Rooster Audio has released KH-EQ1, the second plug-in of the Koen Heldens signature series. With per-band saturation, KH-EQ1 is as much a creative tool as it's an equalizer. The post Black Rooster Audio teams up with Koen Heldens for the KH-EQ1 equalizer...
Ten times artists have beefed with politicians over improper use of their music
We all know that politics tends to be a touchy subject among most people, but when music gets trapped up in political messaging, things only ever tend to get messy. From the many musicians who’ve butted heads with Donald Trump through the New Zealand National Party...
Friedman, Tone King + more: our top five gear releases of this week
With so many brands to keep up to date with, it can be easy to lose track of all the latest equipment launched into the gear-sphere each week. Today, we’re taking a look at some of the best product releases that you might’ve missed over the week, with this wrap-up...
Review: Nembrini Audio Shimmer Delay Ambient Machine
Key Features: Like its name would suggest, the awesome new Shimmer Delay Ambient Machine by Italian developer, Nembrini Audio provides an endlessly onomatopoeic, creatively inclined delay tool, perfect for the budding ambient producer or experimental sound designer or...
Review: Universal Audio UAFX Astra Modulation Machine
Key Features: For anyone following this year’s NAMM convention as closely as we were, it became abundantly clear from the outset that 2021 was the year effects pedals made their way into the studio control room. It seemed like every other announcement included some...
Review: Fractal Audio FM3 Amp / FX Processor
Key Features: The world of amp and effects processing as we know it today simply wouldn’t exist without Fractal Audio. Considered as titans within the modelling sector, the brand’s run of Axe-FX rack units essentially laid the blueprint for what should be expected...
Review: Leapwing Audio Al Schmitt Signature Plugin
Key Features: The recording industry recently lost a giant in Al Schmitt. The legendary producer/engineer who passed away last month at the grand age of 91, left behind a legacy that will likely never be repeated, with a whopping 21 Grammy awards, two Latin Grammys...
Review: Fender Bubbler Analogue Chorus
Key Features: As if Fender weren’t doing enough for guitar and bass players with their recent American ranges such as Ultra and Professional II, Fender has been chipping away at building an increasingly comprehensive range of pedals. From drives to delays and...
Review: Fender Lost Highway Phaser
Key Features: It’s been a good three years now since Fender embarked on their latest batch of stompboxes, and considering the reception they’ve received from players and publications, it’s fair to say that this relaunch might be their most successful effects endeavour...
Review: DSM & Humboldt Simplifier DLX
Key Features: In recent times, we’ve seen a huge industry shift away from the mega-rigs of yore in favour of compact, versatile floor-based setups to suit the rigours of live performance, with a range of hybrid pedal-amp products flooding the market and stealing the...
Review: Kink Guitar Pedals Russian Plague
Key Features: What do you get when you take one of the most iconic distortion circuits of all time (hint: it shares a name with a particularly pesky rodent) and stack it alongside a Civil War-era fuzz pedal that’s renowned for its roaring tones and unfathomable...
Mooer amps up the Hornet’s power to 30 Watts
More power! Mooer's Hornet 30W has twice the power and a larger speaker than the previous version. Can it conquer the crowded home practice amp market? The post Mooer amps up the Hornet’s power to 30 Watts appeared first on gearnews.com.
Erica Synths Black Dual ASR EG: Modulatable, loopable envelopes
Cool, sleek and very useful: This pair of Black ASR envelopes has much of the functionality of a Make Noise Maths in a smaller, darker package. The post Erica Synths Black Dual ASR EG: Modulatable, loopable envelopes appeared first on gearnews.com.
Wampler Andy Wood Gearbox Signature Overdrive combines Tumnus and Pinnacle circuits
The new Wampler Andy Wood Gearbox Signature Overdrive combines two classic circuits and has multiple routing options to get your perfect drive tone. The post Wampler Andy Wood Gearbox Signature Overdrive combines Tumnus and Pinnacle circuits appeared first on...
