Jackson Scott Ian KVX King V Baldini Burst: A homage to Dimebag

Jackson Scott Ian KVX King V Baldini Burst. This signature is a homage to the late Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell

Review: Kodamo MASK1 Bitmask Synthesizer

Kodamo serve up a new twist on digital synthesis with their bitmask synthesizer, the MASK1, a synth with interesting sonic abilities.

The SSL SubGen plug-in allows precise low-end management

Solid State Logic expands its native line of plug-ins with the SSL SubGen. This multiband processor will help tighten lows when mixing.

Marshall Amplification acquired by Zound Industries

Marshall Amplification has been acquired by a Swedish company, yet remains partially owned by Marshall Family.

Catalinbread STS-88 Flanger/Reverb: Two classic effects in one

The Catalinbread STS-88 Flanger/Reverb combines two classic effects into one compact pedal with interesting results.

Waves returns perpetual Licenses after huge backlash

Two days after setting the internet on fire with its move to a subscription-only model, Waves now says that perpetual licenses will be back.

Midweek Modular: Panda Particles, Facehuggers and Castor & Pollux II

This week we run from the Facehugger, ponder the Patching Panda's Particles and gaze upon the constellation of Castor & Pollux II.

Ampeg SGT-DI: The perfect compact bass rig?

The Ampeg SGT-DI offers a preamp, compression, impulse responses and classic SVT and B15 voices. Could this be your next bass rig?

The Softube Bus Processor gives you more than just glue

With the new Softube Bus Processor, you have all the power and flexibility to process your mix bus or individual tracks within your DAW.

The Rode Wireless ME is a handy new wireless vlogging solution

The Rode Wireless ME provides a convenient mobile microphone system that expands the features of the successful Wireless GO mic series.

Meet the Cranborne Audio Carnaby 500 harmonic EQ module

We check out the new Cranborne Audio Carnaby 500. An incredibly versatile 3-band harmonic EQ module for both recording and mixing.

Intellijel Flurry and Amps: Utilities and VCA available for preorder

After a brief leak, Intellijel announces the uber-utility and noise-fueled Eurorack module Flurry and a precision dual-channel VCA called Amps.

Gibson Custom Shop Kirk Hammett Greeny announced at $20k

Gibson Custom Shop Kirk Hammett Greeny a new Murphy Lab aged $20k version of the iconic '59 Les Paul Standard. With a Standard version coming soon.

J Rockett Audio Archer Select overdrive offers 7 clipping diodes

J Rockett Audio Archer Select overdrive offers 7 clipping diodes. A Klon-style overdrive with a DI out and lots of tonal variations

Fender Japan Traditional 60s Competition Stripe range announced

The Fender Traditional 60s Competition Stripe models include a Strat, Tele, Mustang, Jazzmaster and P-Bass

Waves Creative Access moves plugins to subscription-only plans

With Waves Creative Access, plug-in collections will now be available exclusively via subscriber services starting at $14,99/month.

Big deals on Behringer synths up to 60% off

Behringer has slashed the prices on a whole range of synthesizers and modular products. Is it making way for shipping new instruments?

The Framework Laptop 16: A high-performance beast with a difference

Framework has upped its game considerably with the Framework Laptop 16. The same customizable design philosophy, in a larger format!

Logue CL-1: The ultimate MIDI controller for Ableton Live?

The Logue CL-1 is an impressive controller that instantly maps to your instruments and effects in Ableton Live. Let's find out more!

Polyphia’s Tim Henson & Scott Lepage Fishman pickups announced

Fishman Tim Henson & Scott Lepage custom signature humbucking active pickups announced. Each set has three voices per pickup.

The Nothing Ear (2) wireless ANC earbuds have arrived!

The new and improved Nothing Ear (2) wireless ANC earbuds offer a better listening experience and overall usability. Let's find out more!

Midweek Modular: Yester Versio, Cosmos Quencer and LFO-20

This week Noise Engineering hatched a new Versio module, Centrevillage has an improvisational sequencer and Feedback does a good old-fashioned LFO.

Fender Michael Landau Coma Stratocasters: Two guitars based on a ’59

These two Fender Michael Landau Coma Stratocasters are based on a 1959 heavily modified alder bodied Strat he bought when he was 16

Guitar Gear Gems: Bad Monkey Fever?

Bad Monkey Fever? It would appear that the guitar world has gone bananas in the last week and it all boils down to Josh Scott