NAMM 2020: Tosin Abasi debuts new Abasi Guitars models

Abasi Guitars has a new Japanese production line of 7 and 8-string models for 2020 launching, along with Custom Shop models built in California to Tosin Abasi's high specifications.

Audiority L12X: Free ’80s Solid State Amplifier plug-in

Audiority gives us a Solid State Freeware Amp with their plug-in L12X. This emulates none other than the well-known Marshall Lead 12 OpAmp driven model from the '80s, for plenty of dirt on tap.

NAMM 2020: Novo Guitars’ Solus – new boutique offset model launched

Novo Guitars has just launched possibly two of the greatest looking boutique single pickup, offset models of the year during Winter NAMM. But which one should you buy? The Solus F1 or M1?

The new Afterneath V3 from Earthquaker Devices features 9 new Modes

Even owners of the V2 version will want to check out the new updated Earthquaker Devices Afterneath V3, because it comes with an EXP input with 9 different modes for the drag parameters.

NAMM 2020: Friedman announce the Small Box pedal at NAMM

Friedman has revealed the new Small Box in a pedal, based on the 50-watt amp of the same name format he boutique USA company. This pedal looks like it will be full of classic rock tones.

NAMM 2020: Nektar MIDIFLEX4 4-port USB MIDI interface

Nektar has brought the MIDIFLEX4 USB MIDI interface to NAMM 2020. With four ports and flexible routing, merging and splitting, it seems to be a versatile little box.

NAMM 2020: Nektar launches the Impact GXP88 USB/MIDI keyboard controller

Nektar has unveiled the Impact GXP88 USB/MIDI keyboard controller at NAMM 2020. With 88 semi-weighted keys in a slim, lightweight package, the Impact GXP88 is aimed at performers and players.

NAMM 2020: Flock Audio Patch LT, XT take care of your signal routing

For NAMM 2020, manufacturer Flock Audio is expanding its Patch digitally-controlled rackmount patchbay with two additional variants, LT and XT.

NAMM 2020: LEAK! Squier Mini Jazzmaster HH

The new Squier Mini Jazzmaster HH has leaked online. Bringing you a mini offset with twin humbuckers in three colours, it might even fit inside your rucksack?

NAMM 2020: Blue Cat Audio intros AcouFiend, Re-Head, Hot Tuna plug-ins

Acoustic feedback generator, virtual speaker simulator and a flexible guitar/instrument tuner - all working at no latency, claims Blue Cat Audio.

NAMM 2020: Suhr Hombre ‘brown face’ style 20-watt combo

The new Suhr Hombre is an all tube boutique 20-watt power combo based on a classic brown-face style vintage amp. With a super simple control layout, this amp is all about tone.

NAMM 2020: Gretsch Limited Edition Penguin

The new Gretsch Limited Edition Penguin is loaded with a Bigsby B3C trem and a pair of TV Jones TV Classic pickups. It'll make you want to do bad things, in style!

NAMM 2020: Charvel announce Pro-Mod DK22 and DK24 models

If you love Charvel guitars, but aren't a fan of locking Floyd Rose trem systems, then these are the guitars for you. These new 2020 Pro-Mod DK22 and DK24 both feature 2 point bridges instead.

NAMM 2020: Behringer introduces their 2600 – in parts

Behringer has confirmed that they are announcing their ARP 2600 clone called simply "2600". But they are doing it in a few parts. Here's Part 1 featuring AMSynths Rob Keeble who worked on the project.

NAMM 2020: Joe Doe by Vintage – Each instrument tells a story

Brighton guitar builder Ben Court runs Joe Doe guitars, making limited edition one-off guitars. He has teamed up with Vintage to offer his unique designs for less and each with a cool backstory.

NAMM 2020: Eastman SB55 with Lollar P90 – Tone to the bone

Eastman has just announced two new SB55 models based on that classic student guitar from the 1950s. Lightweight Okoume mahogany bodies finished in Antique Varnish, plus a Lollar P90 = tasty!

NAMM 2020: JST Howard Benson Vocals gives you the sound of modern rock

JST finished NAMM 2020 with Howard Benson Vocals, a vocal chain plug-in. Knowing Mr. Benson's productions and Sturgis' workaholic tendencies, there's no way this channel strip can disappoint.

NAMM 2020: ThorpyFX Field Marshal & Bunker pedals

This year Thorpy FX recreates two highly sought after '90s Lovetone boutique pedals, with his new Field Marshal and Bunker effects. Hand built in the UK this brand just keeps getting better

NAMM 2020: ElectroSmith Daisy microcomputer audio development platform

Electrosmith's Daisy is a development platform for audio applications. It's like an Arduino but designed for audio use. You can run it on a breadboard or in their Euro, pedal and synth test platforms.

NAMM 2020: 10 Best Guitar Videos

Here are the best guitar videos we made at NAMM 2020, featuring highlights and crowd winners right from the show floor!

NAMM 2020: Vintage launches new ProShop Unique guitars

The new Vintage ProShop Unique Series, have wear and tear patterns applied to them at the factory to emulate a guitar that has been owned and played for decades.

NAMM 2020: Krotos Concept modulation focused software synth

The first virtual instrument from Krotos gives us Concept which uses a powerful modulation engine to mess with sound in all sorts of directions from all sorts of sources.

NAMM 2020: Silo makes a Trident-honoring debut with two plug-in EQs

A new plug-in developer by the name of Silo SoundLabs debuted a pair of Trident-inspired console EQ plug-ins at NAMM 2020. Low CPU use and low latency are a priority here!

NAMM 2020: Artesia Pro Xpad elegant and compact pad controller

Artesia is known for their elegant and compact Xkey controller but now they've added a nicely designed Xpad to the mix for some finger drumming and loop triggering.