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Heil PR37: An all-new premium live vocal microphone
The Heil PR37 dynamic vocal mic is a new release from the most famous microphone company you've never heard of! Does the world need yet another live vocal mic? We think it might. The post Heil PR37: An all-new premium live vocal microphone appeared first on...
Deal: Reduced prices on iZotope RX7 Elements and Insight 2
Need to fix some damaged recordings? The iZotope RX7 Elements audio restoration and Insight 2 metering plug-ins are on sale. RX7 Elements repairs audio mistakes, while Insight 2 is a multi-meter. The post Deal: Reduced prices on iZotope RX7 Elements and Insight 2...
Deal: Get Accusonus ERA Bundle Standard and Pro editions for less
The Accusonus ERA Bundle Standard and Pro editions are on sale at Thomann until February 25. The bundles include a variety of plug-ins for repairing, restoring and enhancing your audio files. The post Deal: Get Accusonus ERA Bundle Standard and Pro editions for less...
TC Electronic Plethora X5 multi-FX board: Every TonePrint pedal in one
TC Electronic's new Plethora X5 multi-FX board crams in every TonePrint algorithm yet released like the Flashback and Hall of Fame - and lets you combine these any way you like as "virtual boards". The post TC Electronic Plethora X5 multi-FX board: Every TonePrint...
Dean Guitars Exile Select Series: Shred guitars with extra bling!
Dean Guitars releases some new Exile Select Series guitars in six different flavours, with quilted maple or burled poplar tops and some intriguing colour choices. Shredders' paradise! The post Dean Guitars Exile Select Series: Shred guitars with extra bling! appeared...
Black Lion Audio remakes Chris Lord-Alge’s “Bluey” 1176 in hardware
Black Lion Audio's latest Bluey FET compressor recreates a modified “Blue Stripe” owned by Chris Lord-Alge based on the 1176; the company also debuts Eighteen, a new hardware channel strip. Tasty. The post Black Lion Audio remakes Chris Lord-Alge’s “Bluey” 1176 in...
Plugin Alliance Friedman BE-100 and DS-40: Boutique Plexi tones for your DAW
Plugin Alliance debuts the Friedman BE-100 and DS-40 plug-ins, emulating two classy tube amplifiers in turn inspired by some of the most famous British amps in rock history. The post Plugin Alliance Friedman BE-100 and DS-40: Boutique Plexi tones for your DAW appeared...
Marshall Monitor II A.N.C. headphones with noise cancellation and Google Assistant
Marshall's latest wireless headphones, the Monitor II A.N.C. headphones are packed with active noise cancellation technology and work with Google Assistant. The post Marshall Monitor II A.N.C. headphones with noise cancellation and Google Assistant appeared first on...
IK go for the guitarists
IK go for the guitarists IK Multimedia's latest products include several aimed at guitarists, a super-affordable compact audio interface, and a modelled studio reverb.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/ik-go-guitarists
G-Storm Electro XaVCF: Oberheim OB-Xa Eurorack filter module
The G-Storm Electro XaVCF module brings the Oberheim OB-Xa filter into the Eurorack format. With new 1-pole band pass and low pass modes, the XaVCF offers some additional features. The post G-Storm Electro XaVCF: Oberheim OB-Xa Eurorack filter module appeared first on...
Deal: Get over 60% off the Plug And Mix Pro Series plug-in bundle
The Plug And Mix Pro Series bundle is on sale for a limited time. At over 60% off, this deal is a great opportunity to add the Emax EQ, OptoMax compressor and Tube Exciter plug-ins to your collection. The post Deal: Get over 60% off the Plug And Mix Pro Series plug-in...
Hologram Electronics Microcosm Granular Pedal: Huge potential (and not just on guitar)
Hologram's Microcosm is a granular effects pedal for all instruments with potentially huge possibilities. No DAW or plug-ins required - all the fun of granular processing in one unit! The post Hologram Electronics Microcosm Granular Pedal: Huge potential (and not just...
Erica Synths SYNTRX analogue synthesizer: pre-orders are now open!
Erica Synths has opened pre-orders for the SYNTRX analogue synthesizer. The EMS Synthi AKS inspired synth offers 3 VCOs and an LED patch matrix. You can now pre-order the SYNTRX for delivery in April. The post Erica Synths SYNTRX analogue synthesizer: pre-orders are...
VHT D-Fifty is a 50-Watt hand-wired Dumble amp clone… for $849!
Attention, tone hunters: The new VHT D-Fifty is a 50-Watt is a hand-wired clone of the legendary Dumble amp, one of the most highly sought-after and expensive guitar amps in the world... The post VHT D-Fifty is a 50-Watt hand-wired Dumble amp clone… for $849! appeared...
Deal: Huge savings on the Ina-GRM GRM Tools Complete II bundle
Thomann.de currently has a great deal on the Ina-GRM GRM Tools Complete II bundle. For a limited time, you can get the bundle with many specialized effects at 200 Euros off the regular price. The post Deal: Huge savings on the Ina-GRM GRM Tools Complete II bundle...
Project Symbiosis
Project Symbiosis In 1975 hobbyist magazine Practical Electronics published a feature on Symbiosis, an electronic music composition by...https://www.soundonsound.com/news/project-symbiosis
Tosin Abasi to auction over 100 pedals, guitars and amps this month
The Animals As Leaders genius and Abasi Concepts founder will be launching the store next Wednesday on February 26, with most of the gear to hit the block being used heavily on tour with his band. Abasi says that the rising popularity of Abasi Concepts and an...
Hologram Electronics unveil the marvelous Microcosm granular pedal
For those who tend to not stray far beyond a delay pedal, the Microcosm is probably the stuff of nightmares for you - Hologram Electronics gear is notoriously finicky, and you really have to put some work in to achieve those gorgeous ambient tones you hear on demos....
Caribou Seeks Peace Amidst The Chaos
Written during an overly chaotic period in his personal life, Suddenly is like The Life Of Pablo for the introverts: while jam-packed with classic Caribou colour and flair, it’s also an extremely emotional and disjointed feeling release. Every song constantly jolts...
Drive In, anyone? Get this boutique German overdrive pedal at 45% off!
Thomann has an amazing deal on the NEO Instruments Drive In, a creamy boutique overdrive pedal designed and made in Germany, with a whopping 45% off the retail price. The post Drive In, anyone? Get this boutique German overdrive pedal at 45% off! appeared first on...
The Strokes, Flume + Tyler, The Creator announced for Splendour In The Grass
The festival's nabbed none other than The Strokes, Flume and Tyler The Creator to handle headlining duties - the latter two being exclusives for Splendour (fingers crossed for some Strokes sideshows). There's also the surprise drawcard of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, as well as a...
A. Swayze & the Ghosts share new single ‘Mess Of Me’
'Mess Of Me' isn't anything we haven't heard before from A. Swayze, but that's the whole joy of it all: sometimes, you can't beat an exuberant, punky stomper. Frontman Andrew Swayze discussed the inspiration behind the track in a statement released today, saying that ...
Introducing: Nearly There
Tell us a bit about yourself and the Nearly There project. What are we hearing on this new track, and who’s performing it? After years of working behind the scenes and gracing stages as a session musician I felt it was time to step out and do something of my own. I...
Poll: Is the analog mixer dead for live sound?
When was the last time you mixed live on an analogue desk? And when was the last time you saw an analogue desk either at a club or venue? Is the analogue mixer dead for live sound? The post Poll: Is the analog mixer dead for live sound? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Electric Spring – Sonic Exploration
Electric Spring - Sonic Exploration Electric Spring presents the third annual Creative Coding Lab Symposium plus Modular Meet...https://www.soundonsound.com/news/electric-spring-sonic-exploration
The Chats join Farmer & the Owl’s 2020 lineup
With less than two weeks to go till the festival sweeps Wollongong, few punters assumed that Fat White Family would be replaced on the lineup, so we're sure this will be a happy surprise for many. Given that The Chats have only just gotten off the touring circuit for...
Thundercat shares new track ‘Dragonball Durag’
The new single follows on from the announcement of his forthcoming LP It Is What It Is, which was supported by lead single 'Black Qualls'. 'Dragonball Durag' tones down on its predessecors hard funk for a much more soulful, jazzy aesthetic, with frequent collaborators...
Neo-soul queen Jill Scott announced to play Vivid LIVE
Leading the charge is none other than Jill Scott, a pivotal figure within the neo-soul movement that swept the globe twenty years ago. Alongside Erykah Badu, Common, D'Angelo and The Roots, Jill Scott popularised the soulful, swung tones that continue to seep into the...
Show & Tell: DRESS CODE’s Ollie Miller
What piece of equipment do you have to show us today? My 1978 Fender Musicmaster How did you come across this particular item? I found this guitar in a guitar called Fannys Guitar Shop in Nashville while i was travelling across America last year. I went to a lot of...
Show & Tell: Luboku
What piece of equipment do you have to show us today? My Moog Sub Phatty. How did you come across this particular item? It was gifted to me by a good friend actually. He had it sitting around gathering dust for a year beforehand, and at that time I was in the...
Neural DSP Granophyre: A new amp sim plug-in with EQD Plumes
Can the new Omega Ampworks Granophyre virtual amp cut through in a crowded market? Maybe its output tube options, IRs and built-in EarthQuaker Devices Plumes boost pedal will help it get traction. The post Neural DSP Granophyre: A new amp sim plug-in with EQD Plumes...
Rock N Roll Relics Revenge: A new guitar shape you’ll either love or hate.
The Revenge by Californian boutique guitar company Rock N Roll Relics has hints of many classic guitar designs all rolled into one - it's an intriguing shape you're either going to love or hate. The post Rock N Roll Relics Revenge: A new guitar shape you’ll either...
Omsonic Stochastic Inspiration Generator open for preorders
The fascinatingly named Stochastic Inspiration Generator from Omsonic and dBs Music is ready to take you on a probabilistic journey of melodic discovery and has a new expander to take it 4 tracks The post Omsonic Stochastic Inspiration Generator open for preorders...
You Am I, Grinspoon, Magic Dirt + more announced for Spring Loaded
This year's lineup includes the likes of Grinspoon, You Am I, Frenzal Rhomb, Magic Dirt, Custard, Shihad and Regurgitator, with Screamfeeder, Caligula, The Meanies, The Fauves and Tumbleweed also jumping along for the ride. If you're one of those grizzled punters who...
Mad Professor debut the Germanium Fuzz 32 pedal
Essentially, the Fuzz 32 aims to provide players with an incredibly modern take on Germanium tones without the incredibly mean pricetag that usually accompanies them. This handwired pedal features a nifty boost feature to allow for mildly fizzy tones at high volumes,...
Fender detail limited edition Blonde Player Series Telecaster
Finished in that classic Butterscotch Blonde paint job, Fender's latest Limited Edition guitar is certainly one for the old heads. This new spin on the Nocaster sees Fender load the Mexican made Player Series Telecaster - their most affordable to date - with some...
Watch: Tony Iommi reflects on 50 years of Black Sabbath for Gibson TV
The interview, which takes place in a medieval scenario (because of course it does), sees Iommi reflect on his musical origins and inspirations, as well as his youth in Birmingham. He also dives into his iconic playing style and infamously filthy tone, making for a...
Fender Japan tease new Art Gallery Collection
The Art Gallery Collection features two limited edition models: a Stratocaster and a Telecaster Custom, which have been painted by FACE and MHAK respectively. Both artists have had their work featured in high-end fashion collections, while MHAK's work tends to draw...
Reviewed: Steve Lacy – Melbourne, Friday February 14
As a line of teenagers snaked their way down a slippery Swanston Street waiting to pack into the venue, it dawned on me that the great thing about Lacy's status as a young over-achiever seems to be that other young people are drawn to him. Whether fascinated by his...
Best free plug-ins this week: KRETS, DigiVerb and EsPhaser
It's Sunday, and that means it's time for free plug-ins! Klevgränd KRETS is a modular effects environment. DigiVerb is a free reverb plug-in, and EsPhaser is an experimental phaser. The post Best free plug-ins this week: KRETS, DigiVerb and EsPhaser appeared first on...
Leak: Fender Squier FSR Classic Vibe ’70s Jaguar in cool retro new colours!
Fender is about to release the Squier FSR Classic Vibe '70s Jaguar in two new limited edition finishes, Shell Pink and Daphne Blue, along with some (as yet elusive) '70s Mustang models. The post Leak: Fender Squier FSR Classic Vibe ’70s Jaguar in cool retro new...
Siren Pedals launches Airavata, Anvil and Midnight Train
Nashville based company Siren Pedal has announced three new hand-built and colourful boutique effects pedals: the Airavata, Anvil and Midnight Train. The post Siren Pedals launches Airavata, Anvil and Midnight Train appeared first on gearnews.com.
Fender does Pop Art with FACE Stratocaster and MHAK Tele
Fender Japan is releasing two limited edition Art Gallery Collection models, the FACE Stratocaster and MHAK Telecaster, with a unique look. Fancy some pop art on your new Fender? The post Fender does Pop Art with FACE Stratocaster and MHAK Tele appeared first on...
Fender Blonde Player Tele with Custom Shop ’51 Nocaster pickups
This limited-edition Mexican made Fender Butterscotch Blonde Player Tele comes with a set of Custom Shop '51 Nocaster pickups - expect some vintage Telecaster tones at a decent price. The post Fender Blonde Player Tele with Custom Shop ’51 Nocaster pickups appeared...
Wing Updates: Behringer adds Copilot app VSS3 reverb and Dante
Behringer has just announced a firmware upgrades, a new Copilot app for Android and iOS and confirmation of a Dante networking card as the first hardware expansion. And a tasty reverb, too! The post Wing Updates: Behringer adds Copilot app VSS3 reverb and Dante...
Thought-to-CV: hacking muscle-to-prosthetic arm interface to control modular
DJ and electronic musician Bertolt Meyer is attempting to interface the electrodes that control his prosthetic arm with his modular synthesizer. In reality, he's now generating CV with his mind. The post Thought-to-CV: hacking muscle-to-prosthetic arm interface to...
Deal: 25% off the Neumann KH 750 DSP studio sub
Thomann has slashed the price of the KH 750 DSP subwoofer by 400 Euros! If you've been searching for a premium studio subwoofer, jump on this deal straight away. When they're gone, they're gone! The post Deal: 25% off the Neumann KH 750 DSP studio sub appeared first...
Deal: Huge discounts on Eventide Blackhole, Tverb, H3000 and H910
Eventide is offering big discounts on some of its plug-ins. It's a perfect opportunity to get the Blackhole reverb, H3000 Factory multi-effect, H910 Harmonizer and Toni Visconti Tverb plug-ins. The post Deal: Huge discounts on Eventide Blackhole, Tverb, H3000 and H910...
Deal: Save up to EUR 350 on the 16″ MacBook Pro and other Apple products
A pretty spankin' good offer for the new 16-inch Apple MacBook Pro is going at Amazon right now, with up to EUR 350 off, alongside sweet deals on a Mac Mini and AirPods. The post Deal: Save up to EUR 350 on the 16″ MacBook Pro and other Apple products appeared first...
Black Corporation Deckard’s Dream MK2: the dream evolves
Black Corporation has announced Deckard's Dream MK2 in a sleek new desktop format with all the sound of the original CS-80 replicant plus some genetic enhancements. The post Black Corporation Deckard’s Dream MK2: the dream evolves appeared first on gearnews.com.
Want to listen to the new Pearl Jam single? Just point your phone at the moon…
The Seattle alt-rockers are promoting the impending release of their new single 'Superblood Wolfmoon' with an odd campaign that lets users listen to a snippet of the track by pointing their mobile phone towards the moon. No, really. In a press statement detailing...
Fender launch limited edition Raw Ash American Performer models
Fender have launched a new limited edition run of American Performer Stratocasters and Telecasters which are totally void of any paint. These new Raw Ash guitars, which feature a bare satin finish, letting the natural grain of the ash peek out from beneath. It's a...
Grime don AJ Tracey locks in national tour
Since emerging on the scene in 2015 - arguably grime's most important breakout year - AJ's been consistently rolling out huge tracks, collaborating with the likes of Skepta, A$AP Rocky, Denzel Curry and Missy Elliot along the way. Last year's garage-interpolating...
Harris Street Late Night Sessions wants to make Sydney groove again
Tell us about the Harris Street Late Night Sessions - who’s involved, what influenced you to start it and where can we catch a show? Harris Street Late Night Sessions is a series of gigs happening every friday night from 11.30pm at Foundry 616. Foundry616 is the top...
Fender limited-edition Raw Ash American Performer Stratocaster and Telecaster!
A new limited edition range of American Performer Telecaster and Stratocaster have just been announced by Fender in a Raw Ash finish, with Yosemite pickups and Greasebucket tone circuits. Neat! The post Fender limited-edition Raw Ash American Performer Stratocaster...
Soma Labs Quantum Ocean unravels the secret nature of consciousness
Soma Labs has turned their attention to the inner spaces of perception and is exploring new states of consciousness. Quantum Ocean embodies electro-shamanistic ritual as a living audio icon of chaos. The post Soma Labs Quantum Ocean unravels the secret nature of...
Fender starts shipping new Eric Johnson Virginia Stratocaster Artist Signature!
The Fender Eric Johnson Virginia Stratocaster Artist Signature model has a unique offset-seam body and is available in both limited edition US Custom Shop and US production models. The post Fender starts shipping new Eric Johnson Virginia Stratocaster Artist...
Control your acid with the TD-3 Pattern Tool sequence editor
Whether you love or hate the authentically annoying TD-3 sequencer there's now an online TD-3 Pattern Tool that will let you create and edit patterns directly on your little box of acid. The post Control your acid with the TD-3 Pattern Tool sequence editor appeared...
Fender Mod Shop adds an all-rosewood neck option to five popular models!
After last year's introduction of the Silverburst finish option, the Fender Mod Shop is now offering an all-rosewood neck option for five iconic designs! The post Fender Mod Shop adds an all-rosewood neck option to five popular models! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Supergrass lock in Groovin The Moo sideshows
The band of brothers, who reformed last year after a ten year hiatus, are set to take their jangly live show around Australia in celebration of their 25th anniversary. It'll be the first time the band have visited Australia since 2008, and needless to say, we reckon...
Luboku shares Pale Blue Dot/Lift Off EP, announces national tour
The dark, synth-heavy EP shares a release date with the 30th anniversary of the iconic photograph taken by NASA's Voyager 1 space probe, with the title of the EP harking back to the words of US astrophysicist, astronomer and cosmologist Carl Sagan (sampled on the...
Splendour In The Grass lineup for 2020 to be announced next Wednesday
The heavily anticipated lineup is expected to drop next Wednesday February 19, at the tender time of 8am. It's the earliest time that the festival has ever revealed its lineup to the public, and with all the hype surrounding who might appear on its lineup, it's...
Clairo reveals Australian tour dates
The singer-songwriter, who released her debut LP Immunity last August to critical acclaim, will be taking her live show to intimate venues around the country, performing in Fremantle, Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. What's more, she's set to donate 100% of proceeds...
DiMarzio debut new Fantom P90 pickups
Available in three different Soapbar, Dog Ear and Humbucker Cover varities, the new Fantom range projects that classic P-90 midrange growl with a saucy emphasis on the midrange. Their four coil design is perfect for nailing both single note runs and lush chords alike,...
Dope Lemon announces Groovin The Moo sideshows
Stone's been keeping himself pretty busy with Dope Lemon across the past 12 months, embarking on a solo tour last year as well as performing at Splendour In The Grass and Falls Music And Arts Festival. He'll be capping off his triumphant run behind Smooth Big Cat with...
Violent Soho detail new record Everything Is A-OK
Recorded at The Grove Studios in conjunction with producer Greg Wales, Everything Is A-OK will be released on Friday April 3, and marks the first Violent Soho full-length since 2016's WACO. The band confirmed that they'd be releasing new material in an exclusive...
Can RØDE conquer the USD 99 market with the NT-USB Mini microphone?
Can RØDE conquer the 99-Dollar price segment? The new USB C NT-USB Mini microphone shows they're trying hard! It's a tough market, though, with competitors include M-Audio and others... The post Can RØDE conquer the USD 99 market with the NT-USB Mini microphone?...
Behringer gives us a walk-through of the forthcoming 2600
In episode 3 of a series of introductory videos on the 2600, Behringer has asked Patrick to takes us through the machine and gives us a demo of the sound. Grab a coffee and take a look. The post Behringer gives us a walk-through of the forthcoming 2600 appeared first...
Behringer goes all in on the “Modded Out” TD-3 mods
After a bit of an argument with the makers of the Devil Fish TB-303 mod Behringer is suggesting they could make a TD-3 that incorporates all the 303 mods that ever existed. The post Behringer goes all in on the “Modded Out” TD-3 mods appeared first on gearnews.com.
Behringer Eurorack Go case – full details and sliding nuts
Behringer has released the full details of their Eurorack Go case. It can accommodate 280HP of Eurorack modules, has an integrated power supply, sliding nuts, foldable legs and a carry handle. The post Behringer Eurorack Go case – full details and sliding nuts...
Softube and Marshall present Kerry King Signature and Plexi Super Lead 1959 plug-ins
Softube and Marshall present us two great guitar amps, the Plexi Super Lead 1959 and Kerry King Signature models, now available in a handy plug-in format for your favourite DAW. The post Softube and Marshall present Kerry King Signature and Plexi Super Lead 1959...
Skills To Pay The Bills – Part 1
With sole traders making up a whopping 61 percent of Australian businesses, it’s little wonder that resources, information and assistance for small enterprises are abundant. Plug ‘small business podcast’ into a search engine and you’ll be overwhelmed by the sheer...
Fender launch Stories Collection with new Eric Johnson Stratocasters
To kick off the collection, the Big F are spotlighting Eric Johnson's 'Virginia' Stratocaster, a 1954 Sunburst Stratocaster with an illustrious history. Johnson famously used his 'Virginia' Stratocaster on his acclaimed records Tones and Ah Via Musicom (featuring the...
Spacey Jane announce massive Australian tour
Following last year's industry breakthrough, which saw the band make #80 on Triple J's Hottest 100 of 2019 as well as perform at the likes of Splendour In The Grass and Laneway Festival, Spacey Jane are obviously taking no days off, diving head first into a nationwide...
Fugazi’s Ian Mackaye and Joe Lally debut new project Coriky
'Clean Kill' acts as the lead single from the band's self-titled debut Coriky, which is set to arrive via Mackaye's label Dischord Records on Friday March 27. Although the band actually formed back in 2015, they didn't perform live until 2018, so it seems like they've...
Enter Shikari announce new LP Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible
Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible marks the band's sixth full length studio release, with Enter Shikari embellishing their trademark sound with dense socio-political themes and brazen twists and turns to make one hell of a record. The new record was produced by...
Big Pineapple Music Festival unveils its 2020 lineup
Adelaide hip-hop stalwarts Hilltop Hoods sit atop of the stacked bill, where they'll be treating punters to their lyrical miracles and dynamic live show. Set to join them are The Amity Affliction, Alison Wonderland, Dune Rats and UK producer Example, as well as G...
Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever share new single ‘Cars In Space’
Premiered by BBC 6 Music's Steve Lamacq, 'Cars In Space' is about as Rolling Blackouts C.F. as it gets - a driving motorik groove propels the track and allows for plenty of janky emeblishments, while a mid-song breakdown lets the lads break loose with their classic...
Phil Jones Bass introduce the Cub II amplifier
The Cub II features a new amplifier design to offer a superior transient attack, greater dynamic range and a reduction in harmonic distortion, with the loudspeaker cone acceleration also being improved to highlight a wider and smoother frequency response. This new...
RØDE introduce the NT-USB Mini microphone
Whether you're jotting down some melodies to turn into a demo with your DAW or you're simply looking for an easy method of podcast recording, the NT-USB Mini looks to be your best mate. Its high quality condenser capsule delivers all the warmth, clarity and presence...
The Strokes announce new album + debut new song ‘Bad Decisions’
At the end of a live performance in support of US Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, frontman Julian Casablancas mentioned that the band are set to release the new record on Friday April 10. It's presumed that the new LP is titled The New Abnormal, which the band...
T-Minus: A new free app to help tinnitus sufferers
The new T-Minus app was developed with Rupert Brown, a music industry veteran and long-time tinnitus sufferer to offer hope for the many musicians who suffer from tinnitus. The post T-Minus: A new free app to help tinnitus sufferers appeared first on gearnews.com.
Fender Telecaster vs Harley Benton TE: Can you tell the difference?
YouTuber intheblues has done a blind test between the Fender Telecaster and Harley Benton TE-52 NA Vintage Series models. Can you tell which is which? Tell us in our poll. The post Fender Telecaster vs Harley Benton TE: Can you tell the difference? appeared first on...
Groovin The Moo reveals its 2020 lineup
It might be its oddest lineup to date, but Groovin The Moo has really mustered up quite the herd for its 2020 festival. Of course, there's all the big Triple J festival names you'd expect - Mallrat, Gang Of Youths, Tones And I, Ruby Fields, Kira Piru, Manu Crooks,...
I Prevail announce Australian shows
The band are set to bring their live show to Melbourne, Fremantle, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide this winter, giving Australian fans a chance to see cuts from Trauma and their prior album Lifelines in the flesh. They'll also be bringing out fellow heavy gurus...
IK Multimedia announces Z-TONE Buffer Boost and DI + new AXE I/O Solo
Drawing from their coveted Z-TONE technology, the Z-TONE Buffer Boost provides guitarists and bassists with a quality tone shaping solution for guitarists and bassists alike, functioning as a pretty nifty preamp/DI pedal. Users can adjust the tone and character of...
Electro-Harmonix unveil the Oceans 12 Reverb
Building on from the blueprint of the Oceans Eleven, the latest offering from EHX packs a whole lot into a reasonably compact box - in fact, for a reverb pedal, it's insanely feature-packed. There's twelve titular reverb algorithms, which can be run in mono, stereo,...
A Little Thunder Version 2 pickups add a bass signal to your guitar
Version 2 of A Little Thunder pickups are slated for release in 2020, and should be on your radar if you're a guitarist looking for a way to produce some serious low-end via your guitar. The post A Little Thunder Version 2 pickups add a bass signal to your guitar...
Best free plug-ins this week: Natasha, Mouthin’ Off and Drag
Ah, Sunday! Time for free plug-ins! This week, we've got a binaural ambience plug-in, a fun beat box rompler and a synth for Goa and Psytrance leads. Here's Natasha, Mouthin' Off and Drag. The post Best free plug-ins this week: Natasha, Mouthin’ Off and Drag appeared...
Line 6 POD 20 years on: Will the kidney bean soon be ‘vintage’ gear?
The Line 6 POD is now over 20 years old! For many guitarists it was the first accessible amp modelling product. How well does the little red kidney bean fare in 2020? The post Line 6 POD 20 years on: Will the kidney bean soon be ‘vintage’ gear? appeared first on...
Harley Benton DC-Junior FAT Faded Cherry: Fat neck, more tones
Grab yourself some classic guitar tone with this new Harley Benton DC-Junior FAT Faded Cherry model. Now available for pre-order and with some great features, it all stacks up to some great tone. The post Harley Benton DC-Junior FAT Faded Cherry: Fat neck, more tones...
Arpeggio: the cutest little box of melody from Tangible Instruments
Tangible Instruments has announced that they are taking preorders on their adorable little Arpeggio box. It's cute, portable, packed full of melody and could keep you making tunes for hours. The post Arpeggio: the cutest little box of melody from Tangible Instruments...
W.A. Production Dodge Pro: multi-band ducking on a budget
W.A. Production has released Dodge Pro. It lets you draw the volume envelope of an audio track and offers ducking, trance gates and many other volume effects. Currently on sale for under $10! The post W.A. Production Dodge Pro: multi-band ducking on a budget appeared...
Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster 1: A carbon-fibre supercar Strat
Built by Master Builder Ron Thorn, the new Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster 1 mashes up a Strat with a Saleen 1 super car - including three footpedals to control volume, tone and the built-in wah! The post Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster 1: A carbon-fibre supercar...
Electro-Harmonix Oceans 12: A feature-rich dual stereo reverb pedal
Drive two stereo reverbs in parallel or in series! The Electro-Harmonix Oceans 12 pedal can do that and more. Dive into the full details of EHX's new reverb machine here. The post Electro-Harmonix Oceans 12: A feature-rich dual stereo reverb pedal appeared first on...
Steinberg releases the SpectraLayers Elements 6 spectral audio editor
Steinberg has released SpectraLayers Elements 6, an intro version of its spectral audio editing software. While it lacks some of the more advanced features, it still offers the same editing concept. The post Steinberg releases the SpectraLayers Elements 6 spectral...
D16 Syntorus 2: the BBD chorus plug-in gets a big upgrade
D16 Group is about to release Syntorus 2, an updated version of its analogue BBD chorus plug-in. The first edition of Syntorus already sounded very good, so this one looks like a keeper. The post D16 Syntorus 2: the BBD chorus plug-in gets a big upgrade appeared first...
Green Day, Fall Out Boy and Weezer confirm Australian tour
The dynamic trio are trekking over the Pacific to play stadiums around Australia this November, with The Beths set to open up for the alt-rock behemoths on all shows. Weirdly enough, they've left Adelaide off their tour path, which really goes to show how weird this...
Stone Temple Pilots, Bush & Live announce Melbourne show
The trio are taking the time away from their eleven date festival run to treat Melbournians to a lashing of nostalgia at the venue on Wednesday April 8. However, given that The Timber Yard only features a capacity of 1,500, it's fair to say it's a pretty small venue...
Radiohead guitarist Ed O’Brien details solo album Earth
Earth is set for release on Friday April 17 under Capitol Records, with O'Brien assuming the moniker EOB for his solo endeavours. The record features contributions from Radiohead bassist Colin Greenwood (you can hear him playing on 'Brasil'), as well as Portishead's...
Introducing Sydney’s new late night live soul session
Kicking off next Friday, The Harris Street Late Night Sessions is a new intiative going down at Sydney jazz hub Foundry616, showcasing some of the country's finest up and coming groups. Hosted by DJ Aleks Mikics and placing an emphasis on all things groovy, jazzy,...
Gear Rundown: J Dilla
SAMPLERS/DRUM MACHINES/SEQUENCERS E-MU SP-1200 Like many producers of the era, a teenage Dilla cut his teeth as a producer by learning to chop up on the E-Mu SP-1200; a classic machine first manufactured in 1987. Renowned for its crunchy sound and quirky interface,...
T-Rex Sale: Save up 55% on these 5 effect pedals now at under EUR 100!
T-Rex sale at Thomann! Grab the Diva, Creamer, Replay Box, Fat Shuga and Quint Machine pedals at heavy discounts, with some costing less than half the RRP, and all at under €100! The post T-Rex Sale: Save up 55% on these 5 effect pedals now at under EUR 100! appeared...
Mad Professor FUZZ32: A (very) limited edition hand-wired germanium fuzz pedal
Incoming from the Mad Professor! The FUZZ32 hand-wired germanium fuzz pedal has increased output, a boost toggle switch and isn't as susceptible to temperature changes as many vintage circuits. The post Mad Professor FUZZ32: A (very) limited edition hand-wired...
Twin Peaks announce Australian tour
The five-piece, who were previously announced to perform at Boogie Festival in Tallarok and Bad Friday Weekender in Marrickville, will be taking their live show to Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Wollongong, giving punters a chance to see the group away from...
The 2019 Australian Music Prize finalists have been revealed
There's only nine albums left in the running for the $30,000 prize now, and we've got to say, there's some pretty stiff competition - between Julia Jacklin, Sampa The Great and Nick Cave, we don't know who's gonna nab this one. However, we do reckon that Stella...
APRA unveils 2019 Song Of The Year finalists
Selected by APRA members, this year's shortlist features songs from 25 artists, including first time nominees Mallrat, Tropical Fuck Storm and Tones And I. There's also plenty of repeat offenders, with Paul Kelly, Sampa The Great, Tame Impala and Kate Miller-Heidke...
The Wailers sign on for Byron Bay Bluesfest 2020
With today being OG wailer and reggae icon Bob Marley's 75th birthday, it's a boss move from Bluesfest to drop this announcement today. The band, featuring longtime guitarist Donald Kinsey on guitar, will be performing a set of songs from the Marley record Legend, the...
Show & Tell: Laura Lee from Khruangbin
What piece of equipment do you have to show us today? My SX Jazz Bass. I’ve been playing this bass, almost exclusively, since I picked up bass in 2009. And I haven’t changed the strings once. *knocks on wood* How did you come across this particular item? Mark...
Holy Holy are heading out on a regional tour
The dynamic duo of Oscar Dawson and Timothy Carroll are set to trek up the East Coast this April for eleven club shows, working their way from Torquay all the way up to Birtiyana on the Sunshine Coast. They're also locked in to play Sydney's Bad Friday Festival with...
TONSTURM FRQ Shift: Dual frequency shifter for sound effects and more
TONSTURM has released FRQ Shift, a dual spectral shifter plug-in with plenty of modulation. Its many uses include subtle modulation, stereo enhancement and atonal effects. The post TONSTURM FRQ Shift: Dual frequency shifter for sound effects and more appeared first on...
StaffPad makes it to iPad with a huge 2020 update
A significant update to StaffPad scoring and hand-writing recognition software takes it to iPad for the first time and can now split parts to other devices over Wi-Fi. The post StaffPad makes it to iPad with a huge 2020 update appeared first on gearnews.com.
London Acoustics Enna and Telge Enhancer Bundle: analogue sound in the box?
London Acoustics has released the Enna and Telge Enhancer Bundle. The company claims that the two plug-ins will make your in-the-box production sound like it was made using analogue gear. The post London Acoustics Enna and Telge Enhancer Bundle: analogue sound in the...
Devil Fish hits back at Behringer’s proposed “Murdered Out” TD-3
Robin Whittle, the creator of the Devil Fish modification for the original TB-303 has hit back at Behringer's plans to incorporate this mod into a special edition TD-3. The post Devil Fish hits back at Behringer’s proposed “Murdered Out” TD-3 appeared first on...
Moog reintroduces its legendary 16 Channel Vocoder
It's been 40 years since Moog last manufactured their 16 Channel Vocoder and they've decided the time is right to bring this chunk of vocal filtering magic back to life. The post Moog reintroduces its legendary 16 Channel Vocoder appeared first on gearnews.com.
Korg Volca Nubass Vacuum Tube Synthesiser
My first drum machine back in the ‘80s was a Roland TR-606. It was what I could afford at the time and it didn’t stay in its original form for more than one day – it soon had separate outputs and tunable toms, and it was quite unique. At the same time, I was never...
Aussie Eurorack: Serpens Modular Release Ara, A Fresh Take on the Sequential Switch
Aussie Eurorack module designers, Serpens Modular, have today announced their brand new Ara module is now shipping. The module is a multi-function utility that expands on the standard sequential switch idea, adding gates, 5 voltage sources and a clock divider....
Dr Z debuts the Z Wreck Jr, a 15-Watt amp that reins in the power
Dr Z's new stripped-back 15-Watt amp, the Z Wreck Junior, is based on the larger Z Wreck and dials back the power while retaining the "chiming cleans and blooming overdrive". No frills, just tubes! The post Dr Z debuts the Z Wreck Jr, a 15-Watt amp that reins in the...
Gruv Gear LYNK Pedalboard: An enticing new modular system for pro players?
The new Gruv Gear modular LYNK Pedalboard and Kapsule system might be an enticing new option for for busy musicians that tour, gig and rehearse frequently using multiple effect pedal setups. The post Gruv Gear LYNK Pedalboard: An enticing new modular system for pro...
Faith No More confirm Australian tour
While the legendary alternative rock outfit, comprised of Mike Patton, Billy Gould, Roddy Bottum, Mike Bordin and Jon Hudson, previously headlined Soundwave back in 2010 and 2015, it's been a long time since the band have taken their live show around the country...
