Equipment News, Leaks and Tips
Deals of the week
Guitar Deals: Upto 55% Off Super Strats!
21 Mar · These guitar deals are part of Thomann's generous Spring Sale! Here, we've rounded up some tasty-looking super strats, as well as other diamonds in the rough.
UDO Audio DMNO: The Black and White Beauties Are Now Available!
20 Mar · UDO Audio DMNO is finally available to order. But which to get, black or white?
ROLAND ALPHA JUNO
Roland Alpha Juno: Classic Synths – The One and Only Dominator
20 Mar · Many people may know the hoover sound but they don’t know it’s from the Roland Alpha Juno.
oeksound soothe3 Leaked: What’s New?
20 Mar · The Italian YouTuber CanovA has leaked a beta version of oeksound soothe3. Here are the first details.
MASTERING CHORD PROGRESSIONS
Mastering Chord Progressions: Write Better Songs on Guitar
20 Mar · Mastering chord progressions is essential for unlocking the true potential of your instrument. Stay tuned as we look at how to use them effectively.
Rave Sound 2026: Hardware for Hard-Hitting Techno Beats in Perfect Match
20 Mar · Discover the hardware behind modern rave sound. Three machines that shape kicks, samples, and synths into powerful techno tracks. This is our perfect match.
KICK & BASS WORKSHOP
Kick and Bass Workshop: Building a Solid Low-End Foundation
19 Mar · In this Kick and Bass workshop, we take a closer look at the relationship between these two crucial elements, which can make or break a mix.
SYNTH JOURNAL
Tembo Kickstarter Hits $2M, discoDSP Upsets The Usual Suspects – Synth Journal
19 Mar · It's all kicking off this week in synth land as the Tembo Kickstarter hits $2M of advanced funding, whilst discoDSP have caused a furore with their dip into the open-source world of The Usual Suspects.
Harley Benton launches 3 T-Style Vibrato Models
19 Mar · Harley Benton T-style TE-52 and TE-62 series, now upgraded with factory-fitted B-Style vibrato systems.
Update: Native Instruments (Once Again) in Preliminary Insolvency – What Happens Next?
19 Mar · Official documents show that Native Instruments is involved in such proceedings. What happens next? Here is an update.
VINTAGE EQUIPMENT
Vintage Gear vs Modern Workflows: When Does Old Gear Really Count?
18 Mar · Is the magical secret to great songs really hidden inside the circuitry of old equipment? We discuss vintage gear vs modern workflows to find out.
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
Cinematica for PolyBrute, plus Jexus Takes on TEO-5 – Sounds and Presets
18 Mar · This week, we have Cinematica for your PolyBrute, be it a 6 or 12, plus one of our favourite sound designers, Jexus, delivers a bumper pack for Oberheim's TEO-5!
Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet: Gretsch to the Future
18 Mar · The Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet proves that even a traditional brand like Gretsch can keep up with the times. and beyond!
Charvel Standard Series Style 2: Affordable Shred?
18 Mar · Charvel shakes up mid-range market with new Standard Series Style 2 series
iZotope Tonal Balance Control 3: Versatile Pro Track Referencing
18 Mar · With iZotope Tonal Balance Control 3, you can accurately reference and profile tracks from almost any commercial genre, either online or offline.
Roland Melody Flip: A Creative AI-Assisted Composition Tool
18 Mar · With Roland Melody Flip, you can analyze and break down any piece of music, and the software provides you with a compositional tool set to match.
RNBO for Move: Develop Your Own Synths, Effects and MIDI Tools Directly for Ableton Move
18 Mar · RNBO for Move brings custom synths, effects and MIDI tools to Ableton Move. Sound designers can now run their Max patches directly on the hardware.
Thomann Spring Sale 2026: Electronic Drums, Acoustic Snare Drums, and More up to 60% off!
18 Mar · Thomann Spring Sale 2026 includes electronic drum kits, acoustic drum kits, snare drums, and percussion. Check it out!
Thomann Spring Sale 2026: Live and DJ Deals – Mixers, Speakers, Mics, and More
18 Mar · Thomann Spring Sale 2026 features big deals on live sound and DJ gear. Save on mixers, PA speakers, microphones, controllers, and more.
Thomann Spring Sale: The Best Keyboard and Piano Deals
18 Mar · The Thomann Spring Sale is your chance to save big! We check out the best keyboard and piano deals – from the famous Nord Electro to the perfect Easter gifts.
Thomann Spring Sale 2026: Amazing Deals on Amps and Pedals!
18 Mar · Save up to 60 percent on products from Tone King, UAFX, Mooer, and many more on the Thomann Spring Sale 2026. Check these out!
Thomann Software Spring Sale 2026: Plugins at Special Prices – Our Highlights
18 Mar · Thomann launches its Software Spring Sale with synthesizers and effects now up to 60 percent off. A wide range of plugins is available at reduced prices.