Radial JDX Direct Drive DI Box launched

A very handy little red box that could save you a trip to the osteopath or get you out of a sticky situation in case of amp failure.

Fender Mod Shop – Design your own guitar and get it within 30 days

Fender's new online ordering and custom guitar service launches in the US. Now you can specify your dream instrument and have it delivered straight to your door – within limits so far.

Epic Soundlab release Quadrimorph Spectral Crossmorphing thing

No, I have no idea what that means either but Quadrimorph makes some great monster noises.

OverTone DSP reveals PTM-5A – another Pultec EQ plugin!

Although an additional plugin modelling a classic Pultec EQ isn't the most original release, this completes OverTone DSP's great plugin collection.

Todd Sharp Amplifiers offer new JOAT 30RT

New boutique amp company from Nashville USA designed using a mixed valve output section utilising EL84 and 6V6 tubes. Launching their new 30 watt model at Summer NAMM.

Eventide prototype multichannel effects processor seen

Last week at the 140th AES Convention in Paris, Eventide were seen with a new multi-channel effects processor. Boasting high DSP power and modern connectivity, what is it?

Three free one-knob plug-ins from Abletunes

The one-knob plug-in still rules for quick and easy no-nonsense sound tweaking and these three knobs from Abletunes are completely free.

Boss DD-500 Delay pedal firmware update

Boss update firmware to version 1.10 which fixes Tap tempo bug and adds level control to phrase loop.

Xvive crank it up with DynaRock and Sweet Leo overdrive pedals

Two very garish looking compact overdrive pedals designed in conjunction with Thomas Blug. Leopard skin usually makes me think of '80s metal or East End barmaids, hopefully these sound like neither...

Is YouTube stealing my money?

Is YouTube putting out speculative Content ID claims to intimidate content creators into giving up their ad revenue?

TBProAudio updates free plugin dpMeter to version II

Following the success of dpMeter, TBProAudio add manual loudness matching with version 2. It's unbelievable that this plugin is still free.

Spector Bass 40th Anniversary Euro Bass model

In 1976 Stuart Spector announced his first hand made instruments. Celebrating 40 years in the business they have announced these two limited edition versions in time for Summer NAMM 2016.

Ashly DigiMix24: new mixer and interface spotted!

Spotted at InfoComm16 in Las Vegas this week was this new digital compact mixer with USB audio interface. It's produced by Ashly, who have a reputation for delivering surprise products. DigiMix24 looks very ...

Bogner La Grange pedal – Vintage Plexi in a little gold box?

All your vintage Plexi sounds in one compact gold pedal? Reinhold Bogner utilises his years of amp designing to squeeze them all into one very neat package.

ESP draw Bill Kelliher from Gibson, announce signature models

Two brand new signature models for the Mastodon guitarist. One for for those on a budget and another high end model. The deal with Gibson is over and he has jumped ship to ESP!

660 Guitars’ CT/52 ready to fly

These bold, bright lightweight guitars and made from aircraft grade aluminium and will certainly help you stand out from the crowd.

Darkglass Electronics unveil Vintage Ultra bass preamp

A very versatile compact bass preamp with flexibility in the overdrive section. If you need a high quality portable bass rig have Darkglass come up with the goods?

Presonus mix it up with new StudioLive AR hybrid range

Presonus have announced 3 new models for their StudioLive range of consoles. These new compact hybrids are for musicians who need a flexible solution in the studio and on the road.

Level 6 Productions release yMIDI controller Universal App for Windows 10 devices

Looks a bit plain but you can't fault the functionality of yMIDI - a Windows 10 Universal App multi-touch MIDI controller

Dwarfcraft Devices collaborates with Fuzzrocious Pedals – Afterlife of Pitch

When two boutique pedal builders decide to collaborate then weird noises will probably happen at some point. The combination of two existing pedals squashed into one, plus some new added features.

Auralex StudioDoor: keeping noise and customers at bay

Have you built a studio and like many, struggling to soundproof the door? Doors are a common source of most noise leaks, so Auralex's first ever 'StudioDoor' might be the answer.

Sound Guru lets us Tangle with modular FM synthesis

Sound Guru aim to take the Tangle out of Modular synthesis - they could be onto something.

Gretsch Electromatic range launched for Summer NAMM 2016

The Electromatic Collection includes 12 string and left handed models and also see some great player upgrades that make these a viable guitar for anyone looking to spend under a £1000.

Sony sells ACID, Sound Forge and Vegas to MAGIX

MAGIX snaps up the Sony Creative Software range of video and audio software. Is it the end or a new beginning?