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World Famous Jensen Transformers release new ISO-MAX DI Boxes

14 Apr 2016 in DJ, Guitar, Studio, Synths

Four new passive DI boxes are added to Jensen's ISO-MAX range and feature "internal Faraday shielding", converting any Hi-Z input to balanced mic level.

Top of the line AKG K872 Headphones released at Musikmesse 2016

13 Apr 2016 in Studio

These new headphones from AKG offer a closed-back solution, drawing on the success their top model, the K812.

We say farewell to Zenon Schoepe (of Resolution magazine)

12 Apr 2016 in Studio

This news comes as a shock to many as he was seen only last week at Musikmesse. Zenon was a strong figure in our industry and will be greatly missed.

Here’s a surprising find from Musikmesse last week: DMSD Decouplers

11 Apr 2016 in Studio

This has caught my attention: a set of decouplers for studio monitors that appear to be highly effective. Hear for yourself!

Musikmesse 2016: Pioneer DJ expand HRM studio headphone range

10 Apr 2016 in DJ, Studio

Drawing on their previous release of the HRM-7's, Pioneer release the HRM-5 and HRM-6 studio monitor headphones.

Musikmesse 2016: Rupert Neve RNHP Precision Headphone Amplifier

09 Apr 2016 in Studio

Making an appearance at Musikmesse this year is something compact but typically high-end from Rupert Neve Designs.

Musikmesse 2016: Avantone Pro MP1 MixPhone Headphones

08 Apr 2016 in Studio

We've just spotted these at Musikmesse, these are wonderful but striking headphones with some unusual features and a high spec.

Musikmesse 2016: Softube show British Class A for Console 1

08 Apr 2016 in Studio

Softube have announced the upcoming release of a major update for it's Console 1 system, this time emulating the famous Neve sound.

Musikmesse 2016: Eventide to release the anticipated ‘Tverb’ plugin

07 Apr 2016 in Studio

The plugin we were expecting from a collaboration between Eventide and Tony Visconti is coming tomorrow, and it looks awesome!

Musikmesse 2016: Zoom announce two ‘handy’ audio interfaces, the U-24 & U-44

07 Apr 2016 in Studio

Ahead of the official release tomorrow, we bring you news of Zoom's two new compact mobile audio interfaces.

Musikmesse 2016: AMS Neve with a trio of new offerings

07 Apr 2016 in Studio

3 product releases by one of the most influential manufactures: DFC3D digital mixing console, Active Faders for their Genesys consoles and a digital I/O option for the 1073DPX mic pre.

Musikmesse 2016: Chandler Limited introduces the TG Microphone Cassette

07 Apr 2016 in Studio

A fully featured analogue recording channel by Chandler and Abbey Road based around their TG series - this is serious gear porn!

Musikmesse 2016: Sennheiser & Apogee Partner to Offer MK 4 Digital

06 Apr 2016 in Studio

Following Sennheiser and Apogee's other collaborations, which brought us the HandMic digital, ClipMic and MKE 2 digital, they now present the MK 4 Digital.

Musikmesse 2016: Audio-Technica Introduces ATM350a Microphone Systems

06 Apr 2016 in Studio

The well known ATM350 receives an update, handling more SPL and with six available instrument mounting packages, I wonder where they got their inspiration from?

Musikmesse 2016: Apogee announce ‘ONE for Mac’

06 Apr 2016 in Studio

'ONE for Mac' will be the third generation of Apogee's compact USB audio interface with built-in mic, and at a new lower price.

Musikmesse 2016: Genelec expands its Smart Active Monitoring Systems

05 Apr 2016 in Studio

Genelec's SAM self-calibrating studio monitors offer accurate monitoring conditions for nearly any room. This unique range is extended with 5 more products.

Barefoot stack-up with monstrous proportions: Introducing the new MasterStack12

05 Apr 2016 in Studio

With 10 drivers per side, Barefoot have literally extended their MM12 flagship monitors, to provide "the ultimate monitoring setup".

Musikmesse 2016: Audient debut ASP8024 Heritage desk

05 Apr 2016 in Studio

Released at Musikmesse 2016, Audient are celebrating their ASP8024 recording console and their upcoming 20th anniversary with a special heritage edition ASP8024.

Acustica Audio release another channel strip-style plugin: Pink

05 Apr 2016 in Studio

Following Acustica's last release Amethyst, also a channel strip plugin, Pink marks the release of their new CORE8 engine, so I took for a spin.

Musikmesse 2016: Drawmer leak news of MC3.1 Monitor Controller

02 Apr 2016 in Studio

News of a new monitor controller by Drawmer has surfaced, which follows the success of their MC2.1 controller. With some key new features, this could be a great product.