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Because just humming it isn’t really enough! This is where you’ll find everything to do with guitars, keyboards, microphones, recording hardware, software and more…

04/10/2017

Roli reveals new Noise on the Block

The tech brand announces advancements to the Blocks range of modular controllers, including next-generation Lightpad Block and Noise 3.0 app…
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11/09/2017

Tascam releases new USB interface

The US-1×2 promises to deliver pro-quality desktop recording for singer-songwriters, podcasters and small home studios with a Mac or PC…
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05/09/2017

IK Multimedia unveils iRig Keys I/O

A new keyboard controller range with 25 or 49 full-size keys for iOS, Mac and PC, offering built-in audio interface…
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15/08/2017

iPhone-integrated Fusion Guitar goes on sale

More than 20 years in the making, “the world’s most advanced electric guitar” becomes available to musicians in the US…
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24/07/2017

Fender’s first Bluetooth speakers

Named after two iconic Southern Californian pop music festivals, the compact Newport and the premium Monterey model are available now…
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13/07/2017

Casio launches three new digital pianos

This week’s Summer NAMM event in Nashville will see the electronics manufacturer reveal the Celviano AP-270, Privia PX-770 and PX-870…
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05/07/2017

Epiphone presents James Bay “1966” Century

The young singer-songwriter and guitarist has his own limited edition signature archtop Outfit built by the Nashville team of luthiers…
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28/06/2017

Martin Guitar to debut Jason Isbell model

The Grammy winning artist’s new signature D-18 will be revealed by C.F. Martin & Co. at the upcoming Summer NAMM…
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24/06/2017

Porter & Davies launches new live monitoring platforms

The silent tactile monitoring system specialist has re-engineered and expanded the KT Platform range, offering more power and size options…
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17/06/2017

Hammer 88 keyboard hits the market

M-Audio announces a new full-size USB MIDI controller with 88 fully-weighted hammer-action keys, replicating the feel of a grand piano…
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08/06/2017

M-Audio unveils new monitor speakers

Two new powered studio reference monitors, BX5-D3 and BX8-D3, boast military-grade Kevlar and treated silk domes among their engineering innovations…
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Ovation Glen Campbell signature model – Photo by Rob Shanahan

03/06/2017

Ovation reissues Glen Campbell signature model

Made in cooperation with his family, the acoustic/electric guitar is a recreation of the country music legend’s iconic ‘1771’ model…
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30/05/2017

Korg offers extended lightweight tuning

Manufacturer says the new AW-LT100G clip-type tuners provide 100 hours of continuous operation, with miniaturised models for guitar and bass…
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Fender Mustang GT Series and Fender Tone app

15/05/2017

Fender launches new amp and app combo

Physical and digital worlds collide with the guitar brand’s first Wi-Fi, Bluetooth-enabled Mustang GT amplifier and free Fender Tone app…
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11/05/2017

Yamaha to open Learning Lab

Yamaha Music London will be opening its doors for a series of free skill-sharing sessions with workshops, demos and seminars…
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29/04/2017

Yamaha expands MX Series

The new 88-key, weighted-action MX88 keyboard combines synthesizer features with real piano feel, but now offers computer and iOS integration…
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10/04/2017

Arturia announces Keylab Essential Series

French manufacturer prepares to release a new fully-featured range of universal MIDI controller keyboards designed with “budget-conscious musicians in mind”…
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