NAMM 2017: Steinberg bring two new HALions and an Absolute 3

Finally you can actually sample into HALion and build your own instruments - hooray! Thanks Steinberg it only took 6 versions.

NAMM 2017: Dynaudio upgrade LYD range with LYD 48

Adding a new model to a range of monitors can be a risky move. Is the LYD 48 a quick fix of existing issues, or a model worthy of the title 'flagship'?

NAMM 2017: 4MS release sampler and delay Eurorack modules

Two new modules from 4MS, the Stereo Triggered Sampler and the Tapographic Delay

NAMM 2017: Dreadbox tip 4 voices into the Abyss

The long anticipated polyphonic Abyss from Dreadbox is on show and it's looking deep and moody,

NAMM 2017: Is the Slate VRS8 a breakthrough or hot air?

Shown at NAMM, watch the keynote presentation of this new 'Virtual Recording Studio', made up of the VRS8 interface and ML-2 microphone. But is it really a "breakthrough"?

Synthor System 8 digital modular system announced by Percussa – UPDATE

Percussa's AudioCubes evolve into a hardware digital synthesis platform. Synthor System 8 now has an ENGINE, REMOTE and wireless Cubes to play with. UPDATE: new images and video!

NAMM 2017: Waverazor, fiercely futuristic virtual synth from Media Overkill

Waverazor is an aggressive new virtual synth with a Tron-like interface and support for Klingon.

NAMM 2017: Tracktion Waveform a DAW for Raspberry Pi, MacOS and Windows

It looks like Tracktion T7 is evolving into a new DAW called Waveform - it has a mixer and everything and will run on a Raspberry Pi 3 as well as Windows and MacOS.

NAMM 2017: RD-2000 Stage Piano – Roland’s new benchmark

Roland bring the stage piano right up to date with the RD-2000.

NAMM 2017: Toraiz AS-1 analog monosynth from Pioneer DJ is a single voice Prophet 6

A further collaboration between Dave Smith and Pioneer DJ finds the Toraiz AS-1 with a single voice analog Prophet 6 inside.

NAMM 2017: Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic can receive new sounds via FAX

It's not a sampler, The PO-32 Tonic is a drum machine that can send and receive data as audio squelches that sound a lot like a Spectrum 48k loading software.

NAMM 2017: Pittsburgh Modular showcase 6 new Lifeforms modules

Pittsburgh Modular update their Lifeforms range with 6 new modules and 2 fabulous complete modular systems for you take away in a 208hp road case.

NAMM 2017: Bitwig and Bastl collaboration still requires a DC Coupled interface

It was too good to be true! You still need a DC coupled interface to use Bitwig Studio 2 to interface with modular over CV. The Bastl box helps but doesn't solve the issue for regular interfaces.

NAMM 2017: Touché controller from Expressive E has another go

Fascinating controller from last year's NAMM is back and hopefully the Touché is for real this time.

NAMM 2017: IK Multimedia iRig Pro I/O – more for your pocket?

IK Multimedia extends it iRig series with the iRig Pro I/O pocket studio, which adds some useful features, while tempting you with free programs and apps to get you hooked on IK's software...

NAMM 2017: Fender debuts Custom Shop Journeyman Relic Eric Clapton Strat

Eric Clapton and Fender have come up with a new Custom Shop Stratocaster - and it looks much like the sort of guitar that God would play.

NAMM 2017: Can AmpTweaker’s PressuRizer compressor keep your attack?

A "studio-grade" compressor in pedal format, the PressuRizer is designed to retain your guitar's attack, and offers a couple of other handy little features.

NAMM 2017: ESP LTD SH-7ET- Korn’s Brian Welch jumps ship from Ibanez

Featuring 7 strings and a very interesting bridge, this new signature model guitar - dubbed the SH-7ET - is Brian 'Head' Welch's new instrument with ESP.

NAMM 2017: Electro-Harmonix launch Blurst modulated filter pedal

Modulated filter section for guitar? If you're searching for some new synth-like sound options, Electro-Harmonix reckon they've come up with just the pedal for you in the form of the Blurst.

Amphion MobileOne12: Too small for a big sound?

Amphion package their One12 monitors with amp and cables in a wooden carry case for release at NAMM2017. But at this size, do they have enough low-end to produce the goods?

Black Octasource sinister LFO from Erica Synths

An 8 waveform, 8 output morphing LFO from the blackest depths of Erica Synths, the Octasource is one scary module.

Do Bitwig and Bastl hold the keys to computer Eurorack integration?

Bastl post a mysterious image on Instagram of a device used in their collaboration with Bitwig. Could this be the DAW-to-Eurorack connection we've been after?

Polytik Modular – is it art or synthesis?

Polytik brings 4 remarkably shaped and designed synthesizer modules to Kickstarter. Is it design over function or are they as fun to play with as they look?

Isotonik editor for Novation Circuit goes pro

The guts of the Novation Circuit gets fully revealed and randomised in Isotonik's new Circuit Editor Pro software