Midweek Modular: Percussive voices, power sources and starvation

This week we've seen some beautiful new modules to elevate your modular and one that's determined to starve your system to destruction.

Hitshaper SubKick is all about that bass

Hitshaper SubKick promises to beef up the low-end of your kick drums and drum loops – automatically aligned and without any complex routing.

REVIEW: iZotope RX10, the ultimate audio repair suite?

iZotope RX10 lands today and we've got a hands-on review of what may be the ultimate audio repair suite. Is it still the "go-to" audio repair suite?

SSL Guitarstrip plug-in: quick and competent guitar track polishing?

SSL Guitarstrip offers 4 processing modules for acoustic, electric, and bass guitar. They provide tonal shaping, dynamics, and other features.

Spitfire Audio Transphobia row: co-founder Christian Henson steps down

The Spitfire Audio Transphobia row has erupted across social media, following comments on Twitter by co-founder Christian Henson.

Universal Audio launches Volt 476p and Volt 4 audio interfaces

Universal Audio adds two new 4-channel audio interfaces to the Volt series: the Volt 476p with four mic preamps and the smaller Volt 4.

Guitar Gear Gems: Gibson Publishing launches!

Guitar Gear Gems this week looks at Gibson Publishing and the new Slash Collection book. Then we check out two new boutique amp-style drive pedals.

Sonarworks SoundID Reference review: the go-to for room correction?

SoundID Reference is Sonarworks' leading room correction software. We're checking it out to see where it belongs in your setup.

The Fender Joe Strummer Tele is back

Fender Joe Strummer Tele is the latest reissue of the late frontman for The Clash. It comes Road Worn and will divide opinion amongst punks.

Gibson Garage London? Yes, they are hiring

It looks like a Gibson Garage in central London is on the horizon, as a position for general manager has been posted by Gibson Brands online

Softube Monoment Bass sale: 45% off the virtual bass synth

Softube Monoment is on sale at 45% off its regular price. That's USD 55, down from USD 99, and the offer is valid until September 30, 2022.

Fender Japan International Color Stratocaster limited edition

These Fender Japan International Color Stratocaster limited edition recreate the original 1980s Fender USA collection and adds a few extras

Gretsch Nigel Hendroff Signature Penguin with Tim Shaw pickups

The Gretsch Nigel Hendroff Signature Penguin models come with a set of Tim Shaw-designed pickups and the model comes in two distinct finishes.

Townsend Labs Sale: EUR 250 off Sphere L22 modeling microphone

Townsend Labs Sale is going at Thomann with almost EUR 250 taken off the Sphere L22 modeling microphone until September 30, 2022.

Soundfreak pulls the essence and beauty of the VCS3 into 4U modular

Soundfreak aims to expand the vocabulary of the Buchla 4U modular format through the high-quality interpretation of the VCS3 synthesizer.

Are Modal Electronics teasing a new synth or is it modular?

An Instagram post from synthesizer makers Modal Electronics suggests that it might be about to release either a new synth or something in Eurorack?

Rode Reward Promo – Buy hardware and get accessories for free!

Rode Reward Promo has the manufacturer sell many of its flagship products at Thomann with a discount and bundled with free accessories.

Deal: Steinberg Cubase 12 with 40% discount and free plug-ins!

Steinberg Cubase 12 needs no introduction as a DAW and is on sale at 40% off with a bunch of free plug-ins by big brands until Oct 3, 2022!

Sovage Engineering launches a range of rule-defying Eurorack modules

"if it sounds normal, something is wrong!" Says Sovage Engineering, who has unleashed six new modules with mangling, warping, convoluting and more. 

Erica Synths EDU DIY Output module: Line and headphone output

The latest EDU DIY module from Erica Synths is the humble Output module. It provides line level and headphone output for better integration.

MicroDexed-Touch: FM, VA, Sampling and sequencing in a neat little box

MicroDexed gets another makeover into a touch-screen and Teensy-based mini-synth called MicroDexed-Touch. It offers FM, VA sampling and sequencing.

iZotope Nectar 3 Plus vocal mixing tool by iZotope on sale for USD 59

A Nectar 3 Plus sale is a thing at Plugin Boutique. iZotope's vocal mixing tool is heavily discounted at USD 60, down from USD 250.

The AMD-powered Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 3 is a production-ready beast

Launched at IFA 2022 in Berlin, we check out the new Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 3, a high-spec 16-inch laptop with awesome capabilities.

LEAK: MXR Duke Of Tone a collaboration with Analogman- It’s official!

MXR Custom Shop Duke of Tone has been leaked accidentally by a US dealer. Looks to be a collaboration with Analogman based on their famous overdrive