26 Results for "covid-19"

Is NAMM worth it still? Do trade shows need to evolve?

NAMM 2022 was much smaller than previous shows. Do trade shows need to evolve and are they still relevant in a world of social media?

COVID conspiracy theorists claim Boss pedal is a secret 5G chip, or something.

You couldn't make it up: COVID conspiracy theorists claim the Boss MT-2 is a secret 5G chip used by governments for mind control, or something.

Bandcamp Live: A desperately needed new revenue stream for musicians

Bandcamp rolls out Bandcamp Live, a ticketed live streaming feature that could provide artists a badly needed income stream during Covid restrictions.

Has COVID-19 saved the electric guitar?

As lockdown hit, the future of the guitar industry looked bleak. But now it appears that manufacturers are struggling to meet demand. Has Covid turned around the fate of the electric guitar?

Thomann’s “The Music Never Stops” Virtual Festival now streaming online

Thomann hosted its very own virtual festival, “Music Never Stops”, with 8 talented performers and bands from around the world performing on YouTube and each grabbing €1000 worth of gear. Enjoy!

“Save Our Stages Act” offers $10bn to support US independent live venues

A new relief bill called the “Save our Stages” act has been proposed in the USA to provide financial help for independent live venues gripped in the COVID-19 pandemic - to the tune of $10 billion!

Native Instruments helps out with new Community Drive sound pack

The new Community Drive sound pack from Native Instruments has contributions from 14 top artists and producers, and aims to raise funds for musicians affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

Hamstead Ascent boost pedal by techs working with Queen, AC/DC and Iggy Pop

Supporting music industry workers who have lost their livelihoods due to COVID-19, the Hamstead Ascent boost pedal is built by techs working with A-list music acts.

JAM Pedals announces limited signed, gold stompboxes for COVID-19 relief

JAM pedals teamed up with 15 different artists for 150 limited, signed gold pedals. Proceeds from the sales will go towards helping COVID-19 affected music-industry professionals.

Fender supports Crew Nation with sale of Masterbuilt and artist-signed instruments

Fender has a special sale with all proceeds going to Crew Nation, with special Masterbuilt guitars along with signed artist models from Tom Morello, Flea, Jeff Beck, Brad Paisley, Duff McKagan and Eric ...

IK Multimedia Safe Spacer: Social distancing tech from the makers of AmpliTube

IK Multimedia has launched the Safe Spacer, a wearable social distance monitor. Creepy surveillance tech or a valuable new tool in the fight against Covid-19?

iZotope mega deals: save big on upgrades, crossgrades and Music Makers Bundle

iZotope has announced some pretty alluring crossgrade and upgrade pricing as well as a stonking deal on its Music Makers Bundle - down to €49 from €895 RRP.

Facebook Live: Cashing in on Pay-Per-View Video Events?

Facebook introduces the ability to charge access to Facebook Live video events. Is this a great new income stream for artists? Or will artists once again be leveraged for corporate profits?

Guitar Center reopens its Kansas facility

It seems that Guitar Center is an "essential" business after all! After persuading city officials, Guitar Center's Kansas City warehouse gets the green light to resume operations.

Is Guitar Center headed for insolvency?

The music instrument retailer shuts its Kansas warehouse down after city officials decide that the company does not qualify as an "essential" business.

Musicians! 7 ways to keep productive (and even earn money) during lockdown

Musicians are being hit hard by the Coronavirus crisis: Here are some ways to keep productive during lockdown, generate income and sharpen your skills for the time after Covid-19.

Apple Logic Pro X and Final Cut Pro X go on 90-day free trials

Apple is offering a free 90-day trial of Logic Pro X and Final Cut Pro X, so if you'd like to give either or both of these famed packages an extended try, now is the time!

Coronavirus Relief Funds For Musicians: Where to get help or donate

Are you a musician whose earnings have been decimated by the outbreak? Or are you looking for a way to help those who've been hardest hit? Find out here where to get help or support others.

Get a free temporary Reaper license for social distancing

Cockos is offering free Reaper licenses valid until the end of June. This means that you can use Reaper while working from home, or use your time in isolation to give the DAW an extended trial run.

Covid-19: Avid gives away free licenses for Pro Tools, Sibelius and more…

Free Avid licenses for its creative tools suite! This includes industry-standard packages such as Pro Tools, Media Composer and Sibelius. Free production software for all? Well, yes and no...

Free and discounted music content to keep you inspired in isolation

With many of us stuck indoors (thanks, coronavirus), many are looking for some new tools to keep happy and inspired. Here's a list of free and discounted music gear to put a smile on your face.

Fight COVID-19 with your DAW computer by Folding@Home

Folding@Home is a research program that uses spare computer power to process protein simulations to help researchers better understand COVID-19 and develop therapies for it. 

Coronavirus quarantine? Make 2 weeks fly by with these 5 synths.

So, you're self-isolating and run out of things to watch on Netflix? Here are the best synthesizers to spend 14 days with to help you stay sane as you wait out the Coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Worries mount over effect on music industry in 2020

Update: Coronavirus is hitting musicians and music gear makers hard, with cancelled events, postponed tours and gigs... Will governments step in with financial help for those affected?