Review: Harley Benton Aeolus, a budget semi-hollow with premium features

With its Aeolus semi-hollow singlecut guitar, Harley Benton promises premium specs for those on a tight budget. We find out if it holds up to the hype.

Ten Good Touring Habits you Might Have Forgotten

It's been a long time since any of us went out on tour. We're here to remind you about ten good touring habits you might have forgotten!

New KUSH plug-in: BLYSS mastering equalizer with saturation and compression

BLYSS is a full-fledged mastering processor that's as much of an EQ as it's a "soundgoodizer" to make things sound expensive. Let's check it out!

Leak: AKAI Pro MPC Key 61 sampling workstation found in 2.10 update

A new render of the 61-key sampling keyboard AKAI is building as a key-driven variant of its MPCs, has been discovered. Here's what we know so far.

SOMA LABS ENNER: Wonderfully weird analog synthesizer

Enner is a jungle of exploration for your fingers, toes and inner being. You become part of the patch as the voltage courses through your veins in search of musical inspiration.

Harley Benton CLD-60SMCE: A low-cost all-mahogany dreadnought for the summer

Harley Benton's new CLD-60SMCE NT all-mahogany dreadnought has a solid mahogany top and preamp; it's a pretty persuasive package given the low price.

BandLab 10.0: Free online DAW gets a sampler and mastering update

Among other goodies, the free BandLab 10 online DAW brings a sampler, improved mastering service and export to TikTok. Worth checking out. we think.

Erica Synths: Enter the Matrix Mixer!

Erica Synths issues the Syntrx modulation matrix as a recallable 16x16 Matrix Mixer for audio and CV. This thing could run your whole show.

Gordon Smith Guitars introduces its first offset model: the Gatsby Launch Edition

The Gatsby Launch Edition from UK-based company Gordon Smith Guitars was launched today, and offers some sweet colours and specs.

Behringer adds the Pearl Syncussion SY-1 to their growing list of prototypes

Behringer's thirst for old synths continues with a prototype clone of the Pearl Syncussion SY-1 drum synthesizer and asks their fans if they fancy one? Well, do you?

TH-U Eric Gales Pack: Modern blues tones for your DAW

Overloud's new TH-U Eric Gales Pack gives you access to the guitarist's favourite gear. You can get it for your DAW or as a standalone pack.

Modal Electronics updates ARGON8 range to V2.4

A new firmware update for the ARGON8 range of wavetable synthesizers also brings volume 2 of Modal Electronics ARGON Factory Library.

Noise Engineering plug-ins for free? Where do I sign up?

Noise Engineering is developing VST, AU and AAX plugins and offering beta versions for free to anyone who signs up to their Customer Portal! Yes please!

Ocean Way Audio Pro3: high-end studio monitor at saner price

The high-end brand offers a piece of that Ocean Way Studio magic for your own control room - for USD 2994 / pair.

The Gibson Non-Reverse Thunderbird bass is back!

Originally released back in 1965, Gibson has brought back the Non-Reverse Thunderbird bass in three fantastic finishes.

You can now finally buy the Epiphone Slash Collection models

The Epiphone Slash Collection has been officially announced. It includes both solidbody and acoustic versions, but is it good value for money?

CAD Podcast Microphones offer bargain USB connectivity

Thinking about getting into podcasting? Then the new range of CAD Podcast microphones might be of interest, especially at this low price point.

SingleCut Beersmiths Notes IPA: Hold my beer, I’m taking a solo!

Each can of SingleCut Beersmiths Notes IPA teaches you a guitar chord, with diagrams and interactive Snapchat filter, and comes with a free plectrum!

AKAI MPC 2.10: massive update adds 14 plugins and pitch correction to desktop and hardware

AKAI justed added a ton of instruments and effects to its modern MPC grooveboxes without asking for a dime. You guys are spoiled!

New Kemper Profiler Rig Manager iOS tutorial video

Kemper has released a tutorial video on how to set up the WIfi control using its new Profiler Rig Manager app for Apple's iPodOS.

Tritik Flaw: instant LoFi effect makes happy accidents happen to audio

Tritik takes a fresh spin on familiar effects with Flaw, conjuring lo-fi sounds that don't completely obliterate audio.

G-Storm Electro SH5-VCF captures the Roland dual filter

G-Storm Electro has worked on a lot of classic circuits and will soon be releasing the SH5-VCF based on the Roland SH-5 dual multi-mode and bandpass filter.

The Nembrini Audio Acoustic Voice plugin gives you six iconic acoustic guitar sounds

Nembrini Audio has profiled six iconic acoustic guitars and three professional mics for Acoustic Voice, making it easy to get great recordings.

Wavefonix W314 Modular Synthesizer could be the perfect entry for beginners

Wavefonix is introducing a complete modular synthesizer aimed at the beginner. The W314 offers 11 modules in a 104HP skiff ready for your journey into bleeps and bloops.