PLASA looks to future at AGM
PLASA’s recent UK AGM saw the audio and lighting body discussing its future direction under new MD Peter Heath, including a restructuring which would lead to the closing of its London…
JBL readies new powered PA launch
JBL has introduced a new wireless high-powered portable PA system - the PRX800W - which will be launched in October. Wireless control means live sound professionals and musicians can quickly…
Yet another joins Sakae roster
Sakae is continuing to build a roster of UK and international talent backing its drum range, adding Area 11 drummer, Leo Taylor. His signing follows hard on the addition of…
JHS launches Cavern and Marquee-licensed ranges
JHS has added to its line-up of license-branded instruments with the launch of a new range featuring two iconic music venues - Liverpool’s Cavern Club and London’s Marquee. The range…
Vintage sounds from Antelope's new EQ interfaces
Antelope Audio has added the FET-A76 solid-state compressor to its latest hardware interfaces, as well as a further expansion of its EQ offerings with four new vintage hardware models. Each…
Radial upgrades Tonebone BigShot
Radial Engineering has introduced a major redesign and upgrade for the Tonebone BigShot i/o instrument selector. The Radial BigShot i/o is compact and an easy to use and 100 per…
Peavey adds new ReValver amp modules
Peavey has released new ACT (Audio Cloning Technology) Combo and Rack modules for its ReValver guitar amp modeling software. "Imagine being able to clone the sound of any guitar amplifier…
Tracktion now giving away T5 DAW software
Recording software specialist Tracktion is giving away its T5 DAW software for free. Now anyone can download this powerful, critically acclaimed multi-track recording and editing software at no cost or further obligation. The…
Fender evolves tuning app with new launch
Fender's new Digital initiative has launched its first mobile app, Fender Tune - a free iOS guitar and bass tuner app. The app is designed to “on-board” new players - teaching…
GC To Promote Japinga to CEO
Guitar Center has announced today that Darrell Webb will retire from his positions with the company, effective upon the naming of his successor as Chief Executive Officer. Guitar Center expects…
Roland buys stake in audio specialist
Roland has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in V-MODA, manufacturer of high-fidelity headphones and audio devices. The strategic investment will see the two develop new products together, and also adds…
Wölfel moves up in latest Musikmesse team change
Yet more management changes at Musikmesse, with Mira Wölfel appointed as head of the new Sales and Planning department. Wölfel will be responsible for the sales activities, customer support, planning…