NAMM 2020: Ibanez reveals new models – and some bold finish options!

Ibanez has just announced some new models and finishes ahead of Winter NAMM 2020, with over 100 to browse through! But we suspect the big reveals are still to come...

The Top 10 stories of 2019: Your favourite posts ranked!

2019 was a great year for gear - here are the most often-viewed posts on gearnews.com from last year. They included a courtroom battle, some destroyed guitars, some leaked guitars an more!

Behringer unleashes the Cat, a clone of the Octave Cat analogue synth

They're still not done yet: On the last day of the year, Behringer has unleashed the Cat, a clone of the 1970's duophonic Octave Cat analogue synthesizer.

WoodStepper sequencer, synthesizer, sampler and effects plugin

From the oddly named Woodman's Immaculate Maple Syrup Studio comes the WoodStepper sequencer, synth, sampling and effects plugin that pretty much does everything.

NAMM 2020: Suhr teases new Mateus Asato Signature Classic T

Suhr is teasing a new Mateus Asato Signature Classic T on Instagram - ahead of its official release at NAMM 2020. Definitely one to drool over for fans of T-style guitars!

Studio Electronics Midimini V30 updates their rack mountable Minimoog inspired monosynth

The Midimini V30 gives the Studio Electronics take on the rackable Minimoog an overhaul with a smooth new look, some choice Boomstar features and lots of patch points.

The 15 Best Selling Hardware Synths of 2019 by Behringer, Korg and Arturia

What were the best selling synthesizers of 2019? It comes as no surprise that one brand in particular dominates the list. But the level of dominance is actually a bit frightening.

Korg teases a new synthesizer for the New Year

We just saw the arrival of the virtual Kortg Triton and we've heard rumours of an ARP 2600 reproduction but it looks like Korg has something else ready to roll out in the New Year.

Katana Version 4: Boss Katana Series 1 amps get free update with new effects

A new Katana Version 4 update for Boss' Katana amplifier range has been released for Mk 1 amps, giving users new effects and a neat new Stereo Expand function.

Korg Triton joins the Korg Collection of software instruments

The iconic sounds of the naughties join the Korg Collection of virtual instruments in the shape of an authentically reproduced Triton workstation and sampler

Behringer introduces the SL 75C dynamic microphone: a $20 SM57 clone

Behringer has announced the SL 75C dynamic microphone, an SM57 clone for about $20. Will the Behringer SL 75C give the most popular dynamic microphone of all times a run for its money?

Best Monophonic Synthesizers 2019: The Top 5 monosynths

What a bumper year for monosynths! We've pulled together the ones that have brought us the most joy, excitement and action over the last 12 months. The best 5 best monophonic synthesizers 2019 were...

A nice relaxing Yuletide log fireplace video for Christmas – with a burning guitar!

This Christmas, how about a relaxing fireplace video on in the background while the family's round for dinner? Here's one with a difference: a gutar burning slowly in a fireplace. Merry Christmas!

A tape delay pedal with vintage vibes: Mastro Valvola’s Lysergic Emotions Module

The Mastro Valvola Lysergic Emotions Module is a tape delay pedal based on a vintage multi-head unit, offering eight effect modes and plenty of features to generate lush, expressive delays.

Electro Harmonix EHX-2020, a compact and flexible new chromatic tuner pedal

New York-based Electro Harmonix has just entered the world of guitar tuners with its new EHX-2020 compact chromatic tuner, a small and flexible unit that seems to have all the bases covered.

Navigator: polyphonic analog synthesizer from Blind Monk Instruments

Navigator is an unusual looking polyphonic analog synthesizer. Bucking the current knob-heavy trend It has only a handful of knobs, a screen and a 70's sci-fi look about it. Is it all about menus?

NAMM 2020: Schecter reveals new Silver Mountain and PT Pro guitars

NAMM 2020 is just around the corner and Schecter Guitars has given the world a glimpse of an eye-popping new high-spec Silver Mountain series as well as new mid-range PT Pro models.

Ananashead Effects’ Main Fuzz: A clever built-to-order pedal inspired by the Fuzz Face

Ananashead Effects Main Fuzz is a made-to-order fuzz pedal available in three distinct versions with clever features that make it eminently flexible. And it's built to last, too.

PRS invites you to tour its USA factory in new YouTube video

PRS releases a cool new video touring its Maryland, USA factory and giving absorbing details of the guitar making process. A must-watch for all PRS fans!

Behringer C210B: portable column PA with 10 hours of battery life

The Behringer C210B is a battery-powered column PA with an 8" subwoofer, four high frequency speakers and Bluetooth. They say it runs for ten hours on a single charge. Oh, and it also does lighting.

SMG Cock Blocker Noise Gate pedal: Clever tech to keep your hiss in check

The SMG Cock Blocker is an easy-to-use noise gate that keeps noise and hiss in a tight stranglehold with some clever circuitry - especially useful for high-gain playing.

Swap out your pickups in seconds with the Trinity guitar by Relish

Relish Guitars' new Trinity makes the Swiss maker's pickup swapping system available in a more affordable solid body electric guitar - and there's a tempting early bird offer, too.

Mooer SD30 and SD75: More sting than the Mooer Hornet?

Mooer has just launched two new budget guitar combo amps, the SD30 and SD75. Both models pack in the features and use the company's preamp pedals as a basis for their amp tones.

Cableguys CrushShaper: a creative rhythmic bit crusher for ShaperBox 2

Cableguys has released CrushShaper, a creative bit crusher for all sorts of rhythmic lo-fi effects. Driven by flexible LFOs and envelope followers, CrushShaper looks like a whole lot of fun.