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Solar Guitars has just launched its first bass guitars: the AB2 series
Solar Guitars has finally launched its very first bass guitars! The new AB2 series includes 4-string and 5-string models that are aimed squarely at the modern metal player. The post Solar Guitars has just launched its first bass guitars: the AB2 series appeared first...
Seismic Industries PSU II: a Eurorack power supply stuffed into 1HP
The slightly confusingly named PSU II (PSU 2) is, at 1HP wide, the narrowest Eurorack power supply ever conceived. Designed for small and space-challenged cases it's a very beautiful thing. The post Seismic Industries PSU II: a Eurorack power supply stuffed into 1HP...
Synthesizer V Studio: Second Generation synthesized vocals from Dreamtonics
Step into the eerily realistic world of synthesized vocals in version 2 of Dreamtonic's Synthesizer V Studio with realtime rendering and a range of Anime styled vocalists to choose from. The post Synthesizer V Studio: Second Generation synthesized vocals from...
Elysium: Percussion and synth layered in a state of perfect motion
Wide Blue Sound has fused tonal rhythms with beautiful sounds to give us a utopia of possibility in Elysium their new flagship Kontakt-based software synthesizer. The post Elysium: Percussion and synth layered in a state of perfect motion appeared first on gearnews.com.
Harley Benton TE-20HH SBK gives a modern, darker take on a classic design
Harley Benton's latest T-style guitar is the TE-20HH SBK, loaded with twin Roswell humbuckers. Black throughout and offered at a modest price, this guitar punches above its weight. The post Harley Benton TE-20HH SBK gives a modern, darker take on a classic design...
Tokyo Dawn Records brings the hammer down with Molot GE
This is Molot, aka. the Hammer - one of the most intriguing compressors to ever grace a DAW - and though it never went away, it's now back with a vengeance! The post Tokyo Dawn Records brings the hammer down with Molot GE appeared first on gearnews.com.
PRS Private Stock “Paul’s 85”: An eye-popping premium maple top, and a price to match.
PRS has pulled out all the stops for the Private Stock “Paul’s 85” Limited Edition, a guitar made from exquisite woods and sporting an eye-popping maple top - and a price tag to match. The post PRS Private Stock “Paul’s 85”: An eye-popping premium maple top, and a...
UJAM Finisher FLUXX turns you into a mad sound design scientist!
Twist a macro knob and render your audio unrecognizable as an internal FX engine bends space and warps time! The tech under the hood of this sound design tool a jealously guarded secret. The post UJAM Finisher FLUXX turns you into a mad sound design scientist!...
Moog celebrate 100 years of the Theremin
Stay-at-home deals Moog Music have announced a limited edition of the classic proximity-sensing instrument, called the Claravox Centennial Theremin.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/moog-celebrate-100-years-theremin
Moog marks 100 years of Theremin with the Claravox Centennial
It's 100 years since Leon Theremin invented a strange electronic musical instrument. Moog is celebrating by releasing the Claravox Centennial Theremin - the most versatile theremin ever produced. The post Moog marks 100 years of Theremin with the Claravox Centennial...
Shure DuraPlex: A new miniature microphone for harsh environments
Shure's DuraPlex subminiature microphone is designed to withstand water, dust and dirt. Could this be the ideal choice for location recording and theatre work? The post Shure DuraPlex: A new miniature microphone for harsh environments appeared first on gearnews.com.
Epiphone collaborates with Gibson Custom Shop on new ’59 Les Paul model: available for pre-order
This new '59 Les Paul model is the first collaboration between Epiphone and Gibson's Custom Shop, and features Gibson USA Burstbucker pickups, a long neck tenon, CTS pots, and '50s-era wiring. The post Epiphone collaborates with Gibson Custom Shop on new ’59 Les Paul...
Is Fuse Audio Labs’ Flywheel the best tape machine sim for EUR 25?
Flywheel brings back the subtle imperfections of tape recording thanks to simulated saturation, hysteresis, upper frequency damping, and head bumps. Is this the best tape sim plug-in for €25? The post Is Fuse Audio Labs’ Flywheel the best tape machine sim for EUR 25?...
Solar Guitars A1.6: Vinter is coming… and it is feature-packed
Solar Guitars' A1.6 Vinter is a super cool six-string in an eye catching, all-over, Pearl White matte finish, and comes loaded with an Evertune bridge and a set of Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers. The post Solar Guitars A1.6: Vinter is coming… and it is...
NUGEN Audio Paragon: A premium hybrid IR/algorithmic surround reverb
Paragon is a highly advanced reverb that makes short work of IRs by re-synthesizing them and lets you create surround reverbs from mono sources. It's big and expensive, but it's the way forward! The post NUGEN Audio Paragon: A premium hybrid IR/algorithmic surround...
We used the new FindYourFender app and it chose guitars we’d never even consider.
Fender's new FindYourFender app is an interesting new tool aimed at newcomers to guitar, bass and ukulele that recommends instruments from its vast range based on a few preferences. The post We used the new FindYourFender app and it chose guitars we’d never even...
Big Fish Audio Aura: 4 sound engines, endless soundscapes
Aura consists of 4 separate sound engines, each with a dedicated X/Y pad for parameter morphing. These are complemented by a collection of 23+ audio effects, 10 of which can be modulated... The post Big Fish Audio Aura: 4 sound engines, endless soundscapes appeared...
Peavey relaunches the HP 2 following Eddie Van Halen’s death
Peavey has just officially announced that it will restart production of the HP 2, a guitar based on the Wolfgang model from the 1990s designed in cooperation with the late Eddie Van Halen. The post Peavey relaunches the HP 2 following Eddie Van Halen’s death appeared...
Paul McCartney announces self-produced quarantine record, McCartney III
McCartney III, which arrives on Friday December 11 through Capitol, continues the lineage of Paul's 1970 solo debut McCartney and its more eclectic follow-up McCartney II, which hit shelves back in 1980. Recorded while Sir Paul was in a self-imposed...
Peavey announce reissue of the EVH-inspired HP2 offset
Inspired by the design of the Peavey Wolfgang, the company's longstanding signature model for Eddie Van Halen until his departure from the brand in 2007, the HP2 has already re-entered production, with Peavey's CEO Hartley Peavey detailing that the first 400 models...
Ball Park Music: Brisbane’s indie stalwarts chat the making of their self-titled LP
2020 has been hell for many groups across the world - in between cancelled tour dates, botched album releases and border lockdowns, it’s not a nice time to be a musician. But Ball Park Music are optimists and have found some silver linings in all the discomfort. ...
Rupert Neve Designs, Gretsch + more: our five favourite gear releases of the week
1. Rupert Neve Designs 5254 Dual Diode Bridge Compressor Any product with the name Rupert Neve tacked onto is a surefire sign that it's going to sell like hot-cakes, and for that reason, we can't wait to check out this new release. The 5254 Dual Diode Bridge...
Mixdown’s Picks: Markbass Marcus Miller Signature Series
For this special, we're turning our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any genre: the bass. Whether it’s jazz, punk, pop or beyond, it’s all about that bass, and to celebrate, we're spotlighting the finest instruments, amplifiers, tools and effects...
Mixdown’s Picks: Sadowsky Metro Line Vintage J Bass
For this special, we're turning our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any genre: the bass. Whether it’s jazz, punk, pop or beyond, it’s all about that bass, and to celebrate, we're spotlighting the finest instruments, amplifiers, tools and effects...
Mixdown’s Picks: Ampeg BA-108
For this special, we're turning our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any genre: the bass. Whether it’s jazz, punk, pop or beyond, it’s all about that bass, and to celebrate, we're spotlighting the finest instruments, amplifiers, tools and effects...
Mixdown’s Picks: Radial HDI Studio Grade Direct Box
For this special, we're turning our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any genre: the bass. Whether it’s jazz, punk, pop or beyond, it’s all about that bass, and to celebrate, we're spotlighting the finest instruments, amplifiers, tools and effects...
Mixdown’s Picks: Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass
For this special, we're turning our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any genre: the bass. Whether it’s jazz, punk, pop or beyond, it’s all about that bass, and to celebrate, we're spotlighting the finest instruments, amplifiers, tools and effects...
Mixdown’s Picks: Ampeg Micro CL Stack
For this special, we're turning our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any genre: the bass. Whether it’s jazz, punk, pop or beyond, it’s all about that bass, and to celebrate, we're spotlighting the finest instruments, amplifiers, tools and effects...
Mixdown’s Picks: Hartke LX8500
For this special, we're turning our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any genre: the bass. Whether it’s jazz, punk, pop or beyond, it’s all about that bass, and to celebrate, we're spotlighting the finest instruments, amplifiers, tools and effects...
Mixdown’s Picks: Boss OC-5 Octave Pedal
For this special, we're turning our focus to one of the most essential aspects of any genre: the bass. Whether it’s jazz, punk, pop or beyond, it’s all about that bass, and to celebrate, we're spotlighting the finest instruments, amplifiers, tools and effects...
Novation unveil AFX Station
Stay-at-home deals Novation have teamed up with EDM legend Aphex Twin to produce a special edition of their modern classic monosynth, the Bass Station 2.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/novation-unveil-afx-station
The Taurus Stomp-Head 6.CE: An all-in-one pedalboard amp with classic vintage tones
The new Taurus Stomp-Head 6.CE pedalboard amplifier packs plenty of power and classic amp tones in a compact unit, and has a 12AX7 tube at the heart of its tone. The post The Taurus Stomp-Head 6.CE: An all-in-one pedalboard amp with classic vintage tones appeared...
Fender Parallel Universe Vol II Troublemaker Telecaster Deluxe: A Fender LP Custom!
If you've ever wondered what Fender's take on the Gibson Les Paul Custom would look like, here's your answer. Will this new limited-edition hybrid guitar sound like one though? The post Fender Parallel Universe Vol II Troublemaker Telecaster Deluxe: A Fender LP...
Jamahook: powerful AI generates harmony, rhythm and drums for your songs
Suffering from composers' block? The makers of Jamahook say their new tool generates melody and harmony loops that will fit your song's key, tempo and mood. The post Jamahook: powerful AI generates harmony, rhythm and drums for your songs appeared first on gearnews.com.
Rupert Neve Designs unveils the 5254 Dual Diode Bridge Compressor
The Rupert Neve Designs 5254 Diode Bridge Compressor delivers two channels of classic Neve 2254-style compression in one unit of rack space, with some modern improvements. The post Rupert Neve Designs unveils the 5254 Dual Diode Bridge Compressor appeared first on...
AFX Station revealed as a rebranded Bass Station II – is that it?
After a global campaign of intrigue and excitement teasing a new synth in collaboration with Aphex Twin it ends up in crushing disappointment. They could have just given us a bunch of stickers. The post AFX Station revealed as a rebranded Bass Station II – is that...
SolidGoldFX NU-33 Vinyl Engine: a chorus/vibrato pedal with Lo-Fi vinyl tricks
Hand made in Montreal, the new NU-33 Vinyl Engine from SolidGoldFX is a "lo-fi" chorus/vibrato pedal with a special vinyl mode that simulates the warp and hiss of an old record. The post SolidGoldFX NU-33 Vinyl Engine: a chorus/vibrato pedal with Lo-Fi vinyl tricks...
u-he CVilization: the details are in and it’s available now
You Mix, Route, Record/Mutate and Pan - that's what CVilization is all about through its 4 colour-coded modes of CV manipulation and it hopes to change your whole approach to modular. The post u-he CVilization: the details are in and it’s available now appeared first...
Novation and Aphex Twin team up for the new AFX Station synthesiser
The AFX Station, which is essentially a limited edition variant of Novation's Bass Station II, takes all the features you know and love from the original and crams them into a new purple chassis, with Aphex Twin's iconic logo slapped on the back for good measure. ...
Two of Eddie Van Halen’s guitars are headed to auction this December
Given the close proximity of the auction to Eddie's passing just two weeks ago, you'd be forgiven for thinking this auction was nothing but a shameless cash-in on the EVH legacy. However, Julien's have purportedly had this auction in the works for a long time, with...
Fender’s Parallel Universe Troublemaker Telecaster Deluxe is out now
Adorned with a creamy Olympic White lacquer finish, the Troublemaker Tele features pristine appointments such as gold hardware, neck binding with block inlays and a matching headstock to make quite a statement. The body of the guitar is crafted from a slab of hefty...
Yes, The Chats now have their own signature cask of goon
Now, the Sunshine Coast punks have teamed up with UNIFIED Music Group and Crowbar to launch their very own 'fucken sick' cask of wine, thanks to the team at Delinquente Wine Co. The collaboration, which comes as part of an initiative from UNIFIED and Crowbar to...
Julien’s Icons & Idols Trilogy: Rock ‘N’ Roll auction to feature two Eddie Van Halen guitars
Two Eddie Van Halen guitars are going up for sale in the Icons & Idols Trilogy: Rock ‘N’ Roll auction. Both instruments have great provenance, and could fetch up to $80,000, each. The post Julien’s Icons & Idols Trilogy: Rock ‘N’ Roll auction to feature two Eddie Van...
d16 Group Spacerek: workhorse room reverb with tons of possibilities
The new d16 reverb is all about room simulations and tweaking potential, driven by a cutting-edge hybrid algorithm. Intro and loyalty prices are pretty great, given what's on offer. The post d16 Group Spacerek: workhorse room reverb with tons of possibilities appeared...
What’s On — October 2020
STUDIO 52: WHAT A YEAR TO MOVE Well it seems like years now since the relocation of Studio 52 to Heidelberg’s Empire Music Studios; the new Studio 52. It’s been a huge process from finding the right building to getting a permit and then building a world class new...
Waves V12 update brings resizable GUIs, preset browser, free plug-ins
The 12th major update to Waves' plug-in technology brings resizable interfaces, new preset browser, free plug-ins and further tweaks. How's your Update Plan? The post Waves V12 update brings resizable GUIs, preset browser, free plug-ins appeared first on gearnews.com.
Behringer 2600 rolls off the production line, to cost $599!
Behringer has released some photos of their ARP 2600 clone going through test procedures and sitting around in boxes ready to ship. How much it will cost is still unknown. The post Behringer 2600 rolls off the production line, to cost $599! appeared first on...
Eddie Van Halen’s Eruption as you’ve never heard it before!
YouTuber maromaro1337 has a unique take on the famous guitar solo Eruption, and we think Eddie would have loved it! So sit back and enjoy this 1 min 54 seconds of blistering Stylophone. The post Eddie Van Halen’s Eruption as you’ve never heard it before! appeared...
Watch Kevin Parker nerd out over drum sounds for Pitchfork’s Under The Influences
Over the duration of the video, Parker deep dives into a number of famous tracks from Led Zeppelin, Stevie Wonder, Queens Of The Stone Age, The Flaming Lips, Beck and Portishead, breaking down the production behind each beat and what makes them so enticing. For Tame...
Killer Double Paradiddle Ideas
Remember the ol’ Double Paradiddle? Well, it’s a total winner and you should totally smash it out and mess around with some of the following ideas. I’ve mentioned this rudiment can give good mileage. There’s a variety of options for how to use it and I certainly...
Less Is Best: 13 iconic basslines that feature five notes or fewer
Of course, like any other musician in an ensemble, most bassists possess quite a lot of chops, and from time to time, they'll want to show those chops off with an intricate bassline full of double stops or spiky scale runs. However, the hallmark of a truly great...
PreSonus AVB-D16 AVB to Dante Bridge: Is it time to admit that AVB is dead?
PreSonus has just launched the AVB-D16 AVB to Dante Bridge letting your AVB equipped gear talk to Dante networks. Is this an admission that Dante networking is now dominant? The post PreSonus AVB-D16 AVB to Dante Bridge: Is it time to admit that AVB is dead? appeared...
Erica Synths SYNTRX analogue synthesizer ships
The SYNTRX synth is now available off-the-shelf from your local music store and direct from Erica Synths for a Synthi AKS inspired, convention challenging audio adventure. The post Erica Synths SYNTRX analogue synthesizer ships appeared first on gearnews.com.
SynthBooth: Weston Precision Audio TS0 Time Segment Oscillator
From a DIY Pro-One replica to Thru-Zero Eurorack modules Weston Precision Audio is carving out a space for interesting tones so the TS0 Segment Oscillator is unsurprisingly complex and rich. The post SynthBooth: Weston Precision Audio TS0 Time Segment Oscillator...
SynthBooth: STEM Modular – connecting modular with science, math and engineering
Never mind the educational constructs STEM Modular is developing a range of earthy and creative Eurorack modules to experiment with the fundamental components of sound and electricity and make music. The post SynthBooth: STEM Modular – connecting modular with science,...
SynthBooth: WMD throw in a Javelin multimode envelope and C4RBN filter with a twist
Javelin is an ADSR with added attitude and depth what C4RBN loses in vowels it makes up for in saturation and wavefolding on its 4-pole/2-pole state variable output. The post SynthBooth: WMD throw in a Javelin multimode envelope and C4RBN filter with a twist appeared...
SynthBooth: IO Instruments KALYKE, CARPOL and KALLICHORE modules
IO Instruments has released a line of modules this year and was showing three new ones at SynthBooth: KALYKE Dual Function Generator, CARPOL triple headphone amp and KALLICHORE their extraordinary 6 Voice DCO module. The post SynthBooth: IO Instruments KALYKE, CARPOL...
Breedlove teams up with Jeff Bridges on new sustainable acoustic range
Packing Oscar-winning looks and priced at an incredibly reasonable sum, the 'All In This Together' range is comprised of two unique CE-style acoustics, crafted from solid tonewoods such as granadillo, African mahogany and thermally aged European spruce to provide...
Google have introduced a new Hum-to-Search feature
Thankfully, these frustrations could all be a thing of the past with the latest development from Google, who've gone and one-upped Shazam with their new Hum-to-Search feature. The new feature, which is available as part of the Google application's latest update for...
Is the GigRig G3 the ultimate pedalboard switching solution?
Seven years after the initial success of the G2, GigRig have debuted the GigRig G3 Pedal Switching System, a comprehensive lot of four switching and routing devices to simplify all your stompbox signal flow woes. Comprised of the G3, G3 Atom, G3 Hub and G3...
Mixdown’s Guide to Filming Live Concerts From Home
Before you whip out your phone and start shooting, we’ve partnered with Ted’s Cameras to compile a handy guide to get you acquainted with all the best cameras, microphones and lights for streaming, as well as a few nifty tips to help you wrap your head around how to...
Wampler Plexi-Drive Mini and Belle Overdrive Mini Pedals: based on classic drive tones
Wampler has distilled down the coveted sounds of the Marshall Plexi and Nobel ODR-1 into a more practical mini format: The Plexi-Drive Mini and Belle Overdrive Mini Pedals. The post Wampler Plexi-Drive Mini and Belle Overdrive Mini Pedals: based on classic drive tones...
Five iconic delay pedals you can’t go wrong with.
Looking for a new delay but overwhelmed by the staggering amount of options? Don't worry, we've narrowed the choices down to a list of 5 delay pedals that we think are worth considering. The post Five iconic delay pedals you can’t go wrong with. appeared first on...
The Best Sample Packs This Week: Chinese instruments and sounds of the British Invasion
Super cool new samples! An impressive foley sounds collection, a swathe of authentic Chinese instruments, funk and disco sounds for house productions, and the sound of the British Invasion! The post The Best Sample Packs This Week: Chinese instruments and sounds of...
Best free plug-ins this week: Dirty Filter, FenrIR and PanCake 2
This weeks collection of the best free plug-ins brings us a filter and distortion effect, a versatile impulse response loader and a classic panning effect that should be in everyone’s collection. The post Best free plug-ins this week: Dirty Filter, FenrIR and PanCake...
IMPLEXUS: West and East Coast fusion analog synthesizer needs you!
The IMPLEXUS from Majella Audio needs 1 or 2 more pledges to get it over the line. You could help make this amazingly visual synthesizer a reality with only a couple of days to go. The post IMPLEXUS: West and East Coast fusion analog synthesizer needs you! appeared...
Genki Instruments Wavefront can now bring Bluetooth MIDI into your modular
The Wavefront Eurorack module is designed to work with the Wave ring for converting gestures into CV but now it can accept MIDI over Bluetooth giving you a wireless MIDI route into your Eurorack. The post Genki Instruments Wavefront can now bring Bluetooth MIDI into...
Dante, AES 50, AVB and all that: What audio networking format is right for you?
Audio Networking is the future - but what format is right for you? What's the difference between the various standards? Let us guide you through the world of Audio Networking! The post Dante, AES 50, AVB and all that: What audio networking format is right for you?...
Fano Guitars to launch new Oltre Series range, plus two new models
Fano Guitars is poised to announce the new Oltre Series, with 40 colour options and custom ageing on offer, plus two mysterious new models, the new PX6 and MG6. The post Fano Guitars to launch new Oltre Series range, plus two new models appeared first on gearnews.com.
GigRig G3 pedal switching system: The ultimate stompbox control?
Behold, a new GigRig! The new G3 Pedal Switching System comes in four flavours: the G3, G3 Atom, G3 Hub and the G3 Extension Kit. Could this be the pedal switching system of your dreams? The post GigRig G3 pedal switching system: The ultimate stompbox control?...
Behringer MonoPoly ready for production
Behringer is stacking up the production lines with the MonoPoly to follow the 2600 that has just been rolling off into boxes. Looks like it's going to be a busy Christmas for synths - but still no price. The post Behringer MonoPoly ready for production appeared first...
Is the Kustom MOD-L20 the dullest modelling amplifier of the year?
Is the new Kustom MOD-L20 the most pointless modelling guitar amp of the year? With specifications like this, it sure looks like it could win a prize for dullest product of 2020. The post Is the Kustom MOD-L20 the dullest modelling amplifier of the year? appeared...
Cranborne Audio Camden EC1: Small preamp, big studio sound?
The new single-channel Camden mic preamp gives its full-sized brethren a run for their money, packing the same technology in desktop (half-rack) format. The post Cranborne Audio Camden EC1: Small preamp, big studio sound? appeared first on gearnews.com.
SynthBooth: Fabulously curated synthesizer festival starts tonight
In the best produced virtual online synthesizer show yet SynthBooth has a fabulous roster of speakers, panels, performers and an Exhibition floor where you can chat to manufacturers. The post SynthBooth: Fabulously curated synthesizer festival starts tonight appeared...
Embodme Erae Touch MPE & MIDI 2.0 controller: pre-orders go live!
The Embodme Erae Touch consists of 18 fully map-able, RGB-lit touch points with support for Midi Polyphonic Expression (MPE) and MIDI 2.0 and will ship with a free synth by Wave Casual. The post Embodme Erae Touch MPE & MIDI 2.0 controller: pre-orders go live!...
Delia Derbyshire: The Myths & The Legendary Tapes
Delia Derbyshire: The Myths & The Legendary Tapes Delia Derbyshire: The Myths & The Legendary Tapes — a cinematic portrait of the legendary musical innovator.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/delia-derbyshire-myths-legendary-tapes
Darklands: A Soundscape Synthesizer for our current Dystopia
If you're not feeling depressed enough then you can inject some added creepiness and despair with Darklands Dystopian Soundscape synthesizer from Puremagnetik - it's what we need right now. The post Darklands: A Soundscape Synthesizer for our current Dystopia appeared...
Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme: Can it get you that John Mayer Continuum tone in a pedal?
The new Vertex Steel String Supreme is based on a Dumble Steel String Singer amp that John Mayer used on his Continuum album. If you're looking for that tone, this pedal may be a good starting point. The post Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme: Can it get you that...
BeatSkillz Virtual Instruments Bundle: Get 10 rockin’ romplers for EUR 66
Plugin Boutique is back at it with another sweet offer - get the BeatSkillz Virtual Instrument Bundle including SynthWave Drums and Retro Hit for just EUR 66, down from EUR 506! The post BeatSkillz Virtual Instruments Bundle: Get 10 rockin’ romplers for EUR 66...
Calling all effects pedal junkies: These two Stompbox Books are for you!
If you love pedals as much as we do, you'll love these new Stompbox Books that contain hundreds of pages full of rare and wonderful effects pedals for you to drool over. The post Calling all effects pedal junkies: These two Stompbox Books are for you! appeared first...
Vallies’ new single ‘It’s All Sunshine’ is a slice of alt-rock heaven
Following on from their smooth debut single ‘Anchor’ and its politically-leaning follow-up ‘Zero Hour’, ‘It’s All Sunshine’ sees the Gold Coast four-piece channel the likes of Incubus, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Pearl Jam to sensational effect. Fuelled by a surging...
Vertex Effects launch the Steel String Supreme pedal
Famously used by John Mayer on his critically acclaimed 2006 release Continuum, the #001 Dumble Steel String Singer is deemed by many to be one of the most formidable valve amplifiers of all time, and its immense reputation has formed the basis for many a boutique...
Ex-Olympian, Beabadoobee + more: five new releases to listen to this weekend
Ex-Olympian - Afterlife A stalwart of Melbourne’s neo-soul scene over the last decade, former Saskwatch and Dorsal Fins member Liam McGory has debuted his first solo offering as Ex-Olympian, Afterlife. Packing in eleven tracks of lush, forward-thinking funk and...
15 Australian jazz trailblazers you ought to know about
As jazz began to infiltrate the mainstream more and more throughout the 20th century, post-war Australia began to adopt the stylings of American trailblazers such as Miles Davis, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gilespie and put their own twist on things, with the '60s and...
Acorn Amps Mind Killer Dual Distortion: Spice up your tone with this Dune-inspired pedal
Acorn Amps' Mind Killer Dual Distortion pedal is not be feared! This stackable distortion is a thing of beauty, a spicy little number that takes you from gentle buzz to total annihilation. The post Acorn Amps Mind Killer Dual Distortion: Spice up your tone with this...
Wavesfactory Echo Cat: faithful Copicat tape delay emulation plug-in!
Echo Cat recreates the venerable Copicat tape delay unit from 1958, promising an authentic sound, a polished GUI, and many modern improvements galore. The post Wavesfactory Echo Cat: faithful Copicat tape delay emulation plug-in! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Tonsturm Wind Maschine: Make music with an obscure air instrument from the 60s!
Need some new textures in your songs or projects? The obscure 1960s Windhowler is a comprehensive virtual instrument that's ripe for all sorts of sound design experiments. The post Tonsturm Wind Maschine: Make music with an obscure air instrument from the 60s!...
Get up to 50% off iZotope Music Production Suite 4 (incl. upgrades and crossgrades)
iZotope and its dealers are slashing up to 50% off the price of purchases, upgrades and crossgrades to its Music Production Suite 4 software package. Yeah! The post Get up to 50% off iZotope Music Production Suite 4 (incl. upgrades and crossgrades) appeared first on...
Empirical Labs launches Big FrEQ – parametric EQ plug-in with analog saturation
The makers of the legendary Distressor have (kinda) unveiled a new workhorse analogue parametric EQ plug-in with analog saturation. The official launch is coming soon, here's what we know so far. The post Empirical Labs launches Big FrEQ – parametric EQ plug-in with...
Focusrite sees Red: new Red / RedNet interfaces and R1 Remote Control
British audio brand Focusrite Pro has four new products in the pipeline, with availability scheduled for next November 2020: Three classy new interfaces and a monitor controller! The post Focusrite sees Red: new Red / RedNet interfaces and R1 Remote Control appeared...
Deal: Kazrog True Iron transfomer saturation plug-in is 50% off
Developer Kazrog has taken 50% off the price of possibly the finest transfomer saturation modeling plug-in there is. That's a lot of iron for your USD 20, indeed! The post Deal: Kazrog True Iron transfomer saturation plug-in is 50% off appeared first on gearnews.com.
NUX MG-300 Modelling Guitar Processor: A feature packed, wallet friendly powerhouse
The new NUX MG-300 Modelling Guitar Processor is here at last. This tiny unit manages to pack in some serious features, and at only about half the price of a single boutique pedal! The post NUX MG-300 Modelling Guitar Processor: A feature packed, wallet friendly...
Klavee: a spectrally modelled reed plucked and very rare electric piano
Modelled on a very rare example of a functional Klaviphon built in the Czech Republic in the 1960s that generated sound by plucking reeds with wooden hammers. The post Klavee: a spectrally modelled reed plucked and very rare electric piano appeared first on...
Mutable Instruments Stages gets an extended sequencer firmware
Stages, the Segment Generator 6-stage envelope, LFO and 4-step sequencer machine, has a firmware update to make it more usable as a standalone sequencer. Also, Marbles has a secret mode. The post Mutable Instruments Stages gets an extended sequencer firmware appeared...
Behringer 2600 rolls of the production line but price is still to be determined
Behringer has released some photos of their ARP 2600 clone going through test procedures and sitting around in boxes ready to ship. How much it will cost is still unknown. The post Behringer 2600 rolls of the production line but price is still to be determined...
Danelectro revive the 1960s with the new Baby Sitar reissue
Introduced in 1968 to provide Western musicians with a familiar and cost-effective way to achieve the sounds of famed sitarists such as Ravi Shankar, Annapurna Devi and Nikhil Banerjee, the Baby Sitar was deemed as an oddity by many even upon release back then. ...
David Herington chats touring with DZ Deathrays & Dune Rats and how COVID-19 has impacted his life as a guitar tech
For Australia's Dave Herington, this scenario couldn't be any more relatable. As the guitar technician, stage assistant and tour manager for the likes of DZ Deathrays, Skeggs and Dune Rats, Herington's entire livelihood revolves around being on the road, and when his...
Watch New Order break down the making of ‘Blue Monday’ in new video
Deemed as one of the most influential dance recordings of all time, 'Blue Monday' marked a huge departure for New Order's sound, eschewing the post-punk shadow of their days as Joy Division and embracing drum machines, synthesisers and sequencers to help usher in a...
1010music, MP MIDI + more: our five favourite gear releases of the week
1. 1010music Bluebox Compact Digital Mixer / Recorder DAW-less jamming has seen a seismic shift in popularity in recent years, and there's now more electronic music enthusiasts than ever who are bypassing the grid in favour of painstakingly patching and sequencing...
Seven unmissable events to catch at BIGSOUND 2020
Despite this year's event being forced into the digital domain due to border closures around the country, BIGSOUND are pulling no punches and making the most of a shit situation for 2020, packing their program with a wealth of resources that span all corners of the...
Danelectro Baby Sitar – get those Paint It Black tones!
In 1968, the Baby Sitar was at the forefront of psychedelic raga rock, being used by bands like the Rolling Stoners and Beatles. Danelectro has now re-released the model in a new Vintage Aqua finish. The post Danelectro Baby Sitar – get those Paint It Black tones!...
Foxgear Tweed 55 and Plexi 55: two classic amps in a pedal format
Imagine fitting a Marshall Plexi or Fender Twin tube amp onto your pedalboard. Well, Foxgear is about to release its new Plexi 55 and Tweed 55 pedals which will do just that. The post Foxgear Tweed 55 and Plexi 55: two classic amps in a pedal format appeared first on...
Klevgränd Skaka: Shaker percussion instrument with intelligent grooves
While the VSTi does contain a motherload of shaker percussions, what's more interesting is the built-in sequencer's abilities to make those samples groove in time with your tune. The post Klevgränd Skaka: Shaker percussion instrument with intelligent grooves appeared...
MXL Revelation MINI FET Mic: Tube mic sound in a super-compact FET package
MXL is reworking is tube microphone tech into a compact FET-based format, hoping to retain audio quality while increasing flexibility. Ambitious, but not impossible by any means! The post MXL Revelation MINI FET Mic: Tube mic sound in a super-compact FET package...
SSL broke the secret of Fusion’s hidden Listen Mic Compressor!
Got an SSL Fusion? There's more to this unit than meets the eye - press and hold the HFC Compressor IN button for five seconds and you should hear some magic happen! The post SSL broke the secret of Fusion’s hidden Listen Mic Compressor! appeared first on...
Deal: Buy Output Substance bass engine, get all 3 expansions for free!
Output is selling its Substance bass engine/instrument with its three official expansions thrown in for free. A great time to buy! The post Deal: Buy Output Substance bass engine, get all 3 expansions for free! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Get 1GB of free sounds + 30%-off discount voucher from ModeAudio
ModeAudio and Waves are giving away 1GB of free sounds + a 30% off sitewide voucher for ModeAudio's webstore. Jump in! The post Get 1GB of free sounds + 30%-off discount voucher from ModeAudio appeared first on gearnews.com.
The big Gearnews and IK Multimedia MixBox raffle: Have you won?
Read the rules and leave a comment for your chance to win a copy of IK Multimedia's MixBox virtual rack suite! The competition ends October 13. The post The big Gearnews and IK Multimedia MixBox raffle: Have you won? appeared first on gearnews.com.
SOS Awards: cast your votes now!
Stay-at-home deals So who launched the best new audio interface in 2020? What new microphone deserves to be crowned king? What is your favourite DAW? Yes, voting in the highly coveted SOS Awards is now...
Focusrite expand RedNet range…
Stay-at-home deals ...and announce a new time-limited software bundle to be included with Clarett USB interfaces.https://www.soundonsound.com/news/focusrite-expand-rednet-range
Modal Electronics teases a new blue synthesizer
As part of virtual Synthfest 2020 Modal Electronics released a little video showing glimpses of their history and finished with a gorgeous shot of a mysterious blue synthesizer. The post Modal Electronics teases a new blue synthesizer appeared first on gearnews.com.
Fender American Professional II Stratocaster: First Look at the new flagship
We take an in-depth look at Fender's new flagship American Professional II Stratocaster! Has Fender created a must-have guitar for the modern player? The post Fender American Professional II Stratocaster: First Look at the new flagship appeared first on gearnews.com.
Fender’s new flagship American Professional II series is finally here!
Fender officially launches its new American Professional II series, featuring all your old favourites with a mix of vintage styling and modern appointments. The post Fender’s new flagship American Professional II series is finally here! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Fender raise the bar with their new American Professional II series
Acting as Fender's new flagship series, American Professional II packs a wide array of models to cater for all players, with a few left-handed models even being offered for good measure. Players can choose between a range of Stratocasters, Jazzmasters, Telecasters...
New report forecasts $23.6 billion decline in economic output of Australia’s live entertainment sector
The preliminary findings from The Economic Cost of COVID-19 on Australia’s Live Entertainment Industry, which will be released in full later this month, demonstrates that the economic output of the industry has fallen by 65% between 2019 and 2020, with the overall...
Reviewed: Fender American Professional II Jazzmaster
The new American Professional II range pushes those designs further. Fender have ingeniously taken the best parts of their classic designs in the American Professional range, as well as their boundary-pushing designs in the American Elite and Ultra ranges, and...
Reviewed: Fender American Professional II Stratocaster
Leo Fender built the company on the back of listening to musicians and addressing their needs, and the American Professional II Series continues that trend. These Strats, the standard triple single-coil model and the HSS variant with a Vintage Mod II Double Tap...
Mixdown’s top jobs in the Australian music industry (this week)
DIGITAL MARKETING SPECIALIST - FENDER MUSIC AUSTRALIA (Sydney) Dream job alert!!! Ever wanted to work for one of the most culturally significant names in musical instrument history? Well, you're in luck: Fender Music Australia are on the hunt for a new marketing guru...
Softube Modular assimilates Statement Lead, Monoment Bass and Parallels
Softube's Modular simulation software has gathered "modular ready" versions of their most recent software virtual instruments taking it to broader destinations. The post Softube Modular assimilates Statement Lead, Monoment Bass and Parallels appeared first on...
SunnAudio NU-1 Nucleus: an analogue preamp/distortion pedal
The new compact SunnAudio NU-1 Nucleus preamp/distortion pedal is a dual voiced analogue preamp that can handle all your electric, acoustic and even bass guitars. The post SunnAudio NU-1 Nucleus: an analogue preamp/distortion pedal appeared first on gearnews.com.
