Equipment News, Leaks and Tips
Guitar Journal
Guitar Journal: Strandberg Neck-Thru & More
31 Mar · Strandberg Boden Neck-Thru, Mr. Black Stereo Vintage Ensemble Pro and KMA stereo headphone amp
TAL-J8X Salutes a Classic from 1985!
31 Mar · TAL brings us another chapter in Roland's analogue synth swan song from the mid-80s, before everything went digital for a while. Does TAL-J8X do the JX-8P justice?
The Crumar DS-2, Resurrected by Cherry Audio
31 Mar · The Crumar DS-2 by Cherry Audio continues their collaboration with the legendary Italian brand, bringing back an often overlooked analogue rarity.
Software Deals
Bitwig, Rave Generation, IrcamLAB: 3 Great Software Deals for Better Sound in the Studio
31 Mar · Bitwig, Rave Generation, and IrcamLAB offer deals on sound design, timing, and workflow tools that can reshape your studio process.
JHS Coyote Octave Fuzz: Rare Circuit Reimagined
31 Mar · The Coyote by JHS Pedals is based on a rare octave fuzz design by Glenn S. Wyllie
Two Notes Torpedo Captor X Plus: The Ultimate Load Box and Attenuator?
31 Mar · How can one of the best loadboxes get even better? The new Two Notes Torpedo Captor X Plus comes with some exciting new features.
XLN Audio DB-30 Drum Butter: Butter Up Your Drums
31 Mar · The new XLN Audio DB-30 Drum Butter plugin is a multieffects processor with a modular interface for treating acoustic and electronic drums.
Supercritical Redshift 6: Firmware Update Delivers New Arp/Sequencer Engine, Macros and More!
31 Mar · The Supercritical Redshift 6 continues to expand and improve, with this already impressive synth getting new features and bug fixes. The highlight this time is a new Arp and Sequencer Engine!
Software Synthesizer Easter Deals: Fresh Sounds and New Ideas for Your Tracks
31 Mar · Software Synthesizer Easter Deals bring powerful plugins at lower prices, helping you discover new sounds and push your productions further.
Acoustic or Electronic Drums
Acoustic vs Electronic Drums: What’s Best for You?
30 Mar · In our guide "Acoustic vs Electronic Drums", we'll take a look at each drum's advantages and disadvantages. Which one is right for you?
MID-RANGE AUDIO INTERFACES
The Best Mid-Range Audio Interfaces for Studio and Stage
30 Mar · Looking to replace your entry-level audio interface? We check out some of the best mid-range audio interfaces for home recording and small studios.
Initial Audio SourceLab: Who Needs Serum, Anyway?
30 Mar · Initial Audio SourceLab is one of the most powerful alternatives to Xfer Records Serum. Recently updated to version 2.0, it is now even more versatile.
Source Audio Pathways: Classic Reverb & Tremolo
30 Mar · Source Audio Pathways offers the best vintage tremolos and spring reverbs of classic amps.
FULL TAKES VS PUNCHING IN
Tracking: Recording Full Takes vs Punching In
29 Mar · In this article about recording full takes vs punching in, we compare the strengths and weaknesses of the traditional and modern approaches to tracking.
Free Plugins
INTERSECT, Sirial, Spectrus: Free Plugins of the Week
29 Mar · INTERSECT is a free sample slicer that lets you reshuffle loops in the blink of an eye! Check it out in this week’s roundup of the best free plugins.
SYNTH EMULATIONS
Synth Emulations: Running Synthesizers in Your Computer
28 Mar · Did you know you can run actual classic synthesizers in your computer? Here are some synth emulations to try out.
Deals of the Week
Deals of the Week: Top 5 Thomann Spring Deals
28 Mar · Top 5 Deals in the Thomann Spring Sale, with something for all budgets
SYNTH EFFECTS
Synth Effects: 5 of the Best Synthesizers With Built-In Effects
27 Mar · Transform your synthesis and sound design with synth effects. These effects sections will take your sounds into wild new territories.
ALTERNATE GUITAR TUNINGS
Top 5 Alternate Guitar Tunings: Songs to Sound Different
27 Mar · Alternate guitar tunings are great for mixing things up! Adding spice and sophistication to an otherwise boring riff. Here are our favourites.
Thomann Spring Sale 2026: Amazing Deals on Amps and Pedals!
27 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!
BLEASS Peaks: An 8-Voice MIDI-Controlled Filter Plugin
27 Mar · With BLEASS Peaks, you can control the root frequency of up to eight filters using MIDI, so they can follow chord progressions or other parts in your DAW.
Mac Pro Discontinued: Apple Will Finally Say Goodbye to True Pro Hardware in 2026
27 Mar · Apple is discontinuing the Mac Pro. The era of modular pro hardware is ending as the focus shifts toward compact high end systems.