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Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has announced the launch of the Vintera III Series, the next evolution of its acclaimed vintage-inspired lineup. Reimagined from the ground up, the highly anticipated…
With eight acclaimed studio albums to their name, including their latest 2024 release Analysis Paralysis, Four Year Strong has built a reputation for massive, authentic live performances. As they embark…
On Monday, April 13, we received the following sad news from Laney Amplification:It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Lyndon Laney, founder of Laney Amplification and…
JH Synth announces its return to Superbooth, to be held at FEZ-Berlin between May 7 and 9, 2026. Since 2016, Superbooth has served as a mecca for synth enthusiasts and…
Allen & Heath has announced Avantis firmware V2.0, dramatically expanding the capabilities of Avantis and Avantis Solo. Avantis V2.0 introduces comprehensive improvements for dPack-enabled systems, including a boost to channel…
I first met The Chapman Brothers a few years back when I worked on a NAMM project with Jeremy Chapman. I didn’t get to hear them play music until a…
D’Addario announces the transition of its iconic Rico reed line to D’Addario Organics, completing the company’s multi-year commitment to making all reeds 100% USDA Certified Organic. That means no harmful…
Drum Workshop, Inc. (DW) expands its premium virtual studio instrument and drum sample library, DW Soundworks® with the launch of Metal Legacy 2. The expansion pack’s new set of sounds…
Rhodes Music announces the latest release in its Custom Shop series: the MK8 ‘Marshmallow,’ available to order from April 9 through April 23. Defined by a pastel pink finish and…
In the days prior to NAB 2026, Lectrosonics is pleased to announce the introduction of a new IFB (Interruptible FoldBack) transmitter base station, the IFBT2.0. The new unit is in…
Catgut Sound Owner and Production Sound Mixer Chris Welcker, CAS, has built a career at the intersection of music and film. A former musician and composer, Welcker worked his way…
Canadian tonehounds Revv Amplification have freshly debuted their G25, a compact 2 channel tube head with a bevy of modern advancements to back up its razor-sharp boutique high gain tones.…
