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Studio Deals: 5 Offers from Top Recording Brands
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Published: September 7, 2024 06:00
This week, we've picked out an exciting batch of Studio Deals from Universal Audio, Elektron, IK Multimedia, Mackie, and Aston Microphones.
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Microphone Deals from Aston Microphones, Neumann, Warm Audio, AKG and RODE
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Published: September 6, 2024 18:18
Here's an opportunity to save up to 40% with microphone deals on popular dynamic and condenser mics from respected manufacturers.
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Best West Coast Synthesizers for Cheap: West Coast on a Budget
https://www.gearnews.com/best-west-coast-synthesizers-for-cheap/
Published: September 6, 2024 15:00
These best West Coast synthesizers will satisfy your wavefolder cravings without the boutique prices.
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12-String Guitar Riffs That Shaped Rock History
https://www.gearnews.com/12-string-guitar-riffs-that-shaped-rock-history/
Published: September 6, 2024 14:00
A 12-string guitar can provide a magical experience for players and listeners. The added octaves enrich our ears across different genres of music.
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Superbooth 25 Rolling Report: Get the latest news here!
https://www.gearnews.com/superbooth-rolling-report-news-synthesizer/
Published: September 6, 2024 13:39
Superbooth 25 Rolling Report: Discover all the exciting news from the event, new synthesizers, groove boxes, modules and devices in one place!
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Universal Audio Interface Deals: Save up to 35% on Apollo and Volt Audio Interfaces!
https://www.gearnews.com/universal-audio-apollo-deals/
Published: September 6, 2024 09:40
Universal Audio Apollo and Volt audio interfaces are on sale until September 30! You'll also receive additional plugins for free with all Apollo series interfaces.
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FBI Takes Down Musician Behind $10m AI Streaming Fraud
https://www.gearnews.com/10m-ai-streaming-fraud/
Published: September 6, 2024 09:22
The FBI has uncoverd a $10m AI Streaming Fraud involving a North Carolina musician and a yet-unnamed CEO of a music AI company. Here's what we know.
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Union Audio Orbit LE Rotary DJ Mixers: 4 New Models, 2 with Effects Even!
https://www.gearnews.com/union-audio-orbit-le-rotary-dj-mixers/
Published: September 6, 2024 07:15
Union Audio Orbit LE rotary DJ mixers have arrived with four new models in two-channel and four-channel configurations. Surprisingly, two have built-in DSP effects.
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Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 and AMIRON 300: Lifestyle ANC Headphones and Earbuds
https://www.gearnews.com/beyerdynamic-aventho-300-and-amiron-300/
Published: September 5, 2024 21:28
The Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 and AMIRON 300 are two new wireless solutions with a compatible mobile app and multipoint Bluetooth.
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Shure MV6: A Dynamic USB Mic for Gamers and Streamers
https://www.gearnews.com/shure-mv6/
Published: September 5, 2024 16:06
The Shure MV6 is a desktop microphone designed for live streaming and content creation with intuitive real-time DSP audio features. By now, Shure’s MV series microphones have grown from being diminutive relatives of the SM7B and developed their own unique…
Behringer MS-1 MKII: Return of the SH-101 Clone – now available!
https://www.gearnews.com/behringer-ms-1-mkii/
Published: September 5, 2024 15:13
The Behringer MS-1 MKII is now available. After the first version had quietly disappeared, the SH-101 clone returns for a second round.
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LUNA by UA: Freeware DAW now supports multi-out plug-ins!
https://www.gearnews.com/universal-audio-luna-freeware-daw-software/
Published: September 5, 2024 14:11
UA LUNA is free and Pro is currently available with a 36% discount. Now with multi-output plug-in support! The most professional freeware DAW ever?
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Fender Mustang Micro Plus: A worth while upgrade?
https://www.gearnews.com/fender-mustang-micro-plus-a-worth-while-upgrade/
Published: September 5, 2024 14:04
The Fender Mustang Micro Plus builds on an already impressive headphone amp. New features include a built-in display and 2 extra hours of battery life.
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Bluetooth 6.0 has been released: What does the update mean for us in the studio and live?
https://www.gearnews.com/bluetooth-6-0-tech-wireless/
Published: September 5, 2024 13:01
Perfect for the next generation of audio devices, Bluetooth 6.0 makes wireless communication safer, more powerful and faster.
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Harrison Audio Mixbus 10.1 Update arrives with a range of fixes
https://www.gearnews.com/harrison-audio-mixbus/
Published: September 5, 2024 10:05
The Harrison Audio Mixbus 10.1 provides extensive "under-the-hood" improvements including support for the latest Dolby Atmos algorithms.
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Steven Slate Audio Raven MTi Max now available!
https://www.gearnews.com/steven-slate-audio-raven-mti-max/
Published: September 5, 2024 09:39
Steven Slate's Raven MTi Max is a redesigned and improved version of his touchscreen DAW controller in 4K. Available now!
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IK Multimedia T-RackS 6 features 8 New Processors
https://www.gearnews.com/ik-multimedia-t-racks/
Published: September 5, 2024 09:12
Now in version 6, IK Multimedia T-RackS expands with bass management, multiband saturation, advanced delay processing, and much more.
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CD sales on the rise: Absurd nostalgia or Gen-Z trend?
https://www.gearnews.com/cd-sales-vinyl-streaming-music/
Published: September 5, 2024 08:54
CD sales are surprisingly on the rise. Why are music lovers returning to physical media?
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Boss SDE-3: The Legendary 80s Digital Delay is back
https://www.gearnews.com/boss-sde-3/
Published: September 5, 2024 08:26
The Boss SDE-3 Digital Delay honors the legendary SDE-3000 and its sought-after vintage sound. It also adds new sounds and features.
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Casio CZ-101, FM Synthesis, 4ms MetaModule: Synth Journal
https://www.gearnews.com/casio-cz-101-fm-4ms-synth-journal/
Published: September 5, 2024 07:00
The Casio CZ-101 displays unexpected talents in classical music, Dr John Chowning revisits the origins of FM and 4ms ships a revolutionary hybrid module.
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The Best Pocket Synths: 5 Ways to Get Creative on the Go
https://www.gearnews.com/best-pocket-synths/
Published: September 5, 2024 06:00
Ever get a creative itch for synths in situations where a mobile app simply won't do? Let's check out some of the best pocket synths!
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Cherry Audio Blue3 Organ: GG Audio’s Hammond Emulation Lives Again
https://www.gearnews.com/cherry-audio-blue3-organ/
Published: September 4, 2024 17:00
Cherry Audio Blue3 Organ tweaks the GUI and adds new effects to the acclaimed organ emulation.
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Sample Layering for Beginners: 5 Tips for Producers
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Published: September 4, 2024 15:00
In this article, we explore some of the fundamentals of sample layering and cover some tips for beginners in a music production context.
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Showsync Videosync 2: Create Video in Ableton Live – now also on Windows!
https://www.gearnews.com/showsync-videosync/
Published: September 4, 2024 14:04
Showsync Videosync 2 comes with many new and improved features for creating visual content directly in Ableton Live – now also for Windows!
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Sounds and Presets: 7 Best Free Native Instruments Reaktor Ensembles
https://www.gearnews.com/sounds-and-presets-7-best-free-native-instruments-reaktor-ensembles/
Published: September 4, 2024 14:00
With Native Instruments Reaktor 6 possibly going the way of the dodo, we thought we’d highlight the best free ensembles from the Reaktor community.
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MXR Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive – Yes, Less is More!
https://www.gearnews.com/mxr-yngwie-malmsteen-overdrive/
Published: September 4, 2024 10:17
The MXR Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive can help your playing stay clean, fluid and dynamic.
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Aslice Shutting Down: DJ Revenue Sharing Platform to Stop Producer Payments at the End of the Year
https://www.gearnews.com/aslice-shutting-down/
Published: September 4, 2024 02:08
Aslice, which tried to correct the imbalance between DJ fees and producer royalty payments, is no longer accepting playlists. Are you owed money?
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Eternal Research Demon Box Turns EMFs Into Music – Now on Kickstarter!
https://www.gearnews.com/eternal-research-demon-box-turns-emfs-into-music/
Published: September 4, 2024 00:48
Update! The Eternal Research Demon Box is now on Kickstarter. Convert electromagnetic fields into music and even use it with your Eurorack system.
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Moog Sound Studio Accessory Kit: Build Your Own Sound Studio!
https://www.gearnews.com/moog-sound-studio-accessory-kit/
Published: September 3, 2024 22:41
The Moog Sound Studio Accessory Kit turns any combination of semi-modular Moogs into a 3-tier rack system with a mixer.
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Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins: Double Trouble
https://www.gearnews.com/strymon-el-capistan-and-dig-plugins/
Published: September 3, 2024 21:53
The renowned guitar effects manufacturer returns with two recreations of the popular delay pedals, the Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins.
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Moog Muse Firmware Update 1.2: More chords, better performance & a review
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Published: September 3, 2024 19:37
The Moog Muse Firmware v1.2.0 is here! And it comes with expanded chord options and further improvements to the operating system.
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Meet the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x and ATH-M50xBT2 LAB Limited Edition Headphones
https://www.gearnews.com/audio-technica-ath-m50x/
Published: September 3, 2024 15:14
The LAB Edition presents the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x and ATH-M50xBT2 in a special version designed by fans of the beloved headphones.
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The Best Budget 500 Series modules for Home Recording
https://www.gearnews.com/best-budget-500-series-modules/
Published: September 3, 2024 15:00
Tired of analogue modeling software plug-ins? We check out some of the best budget 500 series modules for producing music at home.
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Reason 13 Review: Save over 40% on upgrades for a limited time!
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Published: September 3, 2024 14:15
Reason 13 upgrade deal! You can save over 40 percent right now with these deals on uprades from earlier and smaller versions of the DAW.
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Guitar Gear Gems: La Grotte Jack White spring reverb
https://www.gearnews.com/guitar-gear-la-grotte-jack-white-reverb/
Published: September 3, 2024 14:00
We look at the La Grotte Jack White spring reverb and Xotic Effects XW-2 wah. Plus, a tribute to the late luthier James Tyler.
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Buy one Evans Emad2 Bass Drum head, get a Snare head for free!
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Published: September 3, 2024 13:19
Buy one Evans Emad2, get a snare head for free - only valid until September 10, 2024! So be quick!
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DNAfx GiT Core: Compact Multi-FX pedal from Harley Benton
https://www.gearnews.com/dnafx-git-core/
Published: September 3, 2024 11:00
The new DNAfx GiT Core from Harley Benton might be a great alternative to the compact multi-effects from already on the market.
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Softube Model 77 Dual Layer Synth: Is Softube’s CS-80 Replicant the Best Yet?
https://www.gearnews.com/softube-model-77-dual-layer-synth/
Published: September 3, 2024 11:00
Softube Model 77 Dual Layer Synth joins the roster of Yamaha CS-80 emulations, bringing a simplified GUI and integrated reverb to the Blade Runner classic.
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Spark Mini Vai – Get that Steve Vai sound wherever you go!
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Published: September 3, 2024 10:12
The Spark Mini Vai is a special edition of Positive Grid's extremely popular practice amp in collaboration with Steve Vai. What's the sound like?
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Suonobuono Polyvera: New Polyphonic Synth Coming Soon!
https://www.gearnews.com/suonobuono-polyvera/
Published: September 3, 2024 09:41
Suonobuono Polyvera is a new polyponic synth that will be revealed later this month. Here's what we know so far.
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Native Instruments Komplete 15 Announced: What’s New?
https://www.gearnews.com/native-instruments-komplete-15/
Published: September 2, 2024 15:48
Native Instruments Komplete 15 is set for a release date later this month. What's new in the latest version of the bundle?
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Old vs. New: which Amps and Pedals sound better?
https://www.gearnews.com/amps-and-pedals/
Published: September 2, 2024 15:00
Do modern amps and pedals always sound better than older versions? Or are we fooling ourselves? Food for thought. As a guitarist, you might know this feeling all too well. You’re in a music store or browsing online, and some new effect pedals or amps catch…
Fairchild Alternatives: 5 ways to get that Legendary Sound
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Published: September 2, 2024 14:00
The Fairchild 670 carries an air of mystique as if it were the recording engineer's "Pick of Destiny". We explore Fairchild alternatives.
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Expressive E Osmose Deal: Free Bag and Noisy 2 Software Synth!
https://www.gearnews.com/expressive-e-osmose-synthesiser/
Published: September 2, 2024 07:26
Purchase the Expressive E Osmose from Thomann and get a padded transport bag and the Expressive E Noisy 2 software synth for free!
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Drum & e-Drum Deals: Thomann’s 70th Anniversary in September 2024!
https://www.gearnews.com/the-best-e-drum-deals-thomann/
Published: September 2, 2024 06:00
For Thomann's celebration of its 70th birthday in September, there is another round of amazing e-drum deals and drum deals!
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Software Deals for Thomann’s 70th Anniversary
https://www.gearnews.com/thomann-software-deals-70th-anniversary/
Published: September 1, 2024 08:50
Thomann is celebrating its 70th anniversary with awesome software deals in September! Save on plugins from Softube, Arturia, Celemony & more!
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The Best Live Deals in September 2024 – Thomann’s 70th Anniversary!
https://www.gearnews.com/the-best-live-deals-thomanns-70th-anniversary/
Published: September 1, 2024 08:40
In September, Thomann's 70th birthday celebrations are still going strong with these amazing live deals!
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Thomann 70th Anniversary Studio Deals September 2024
https://www.gearnews.com/thomann-70th-anniversary-studio-deals/
Published: September 1, 2024 08:30
Until October 2024, from the 1st to the 10th of each month, Thomann celebrates its 70th Anniversary with some exciting Studio Deals.
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The best Guitar Deals in September 2024 – Thomann’s 70th Anniversary!
https://www.gearnews.com/the-best-guitar-deals-thomanns-70th-anniversary/
Published: September 1, 2024 08:20
Thomann celebrates its 70th birthday in 2024, and Europe's largest music retailer has many awesome guitar deals in September!
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The best Synth Deals in September – Thomann’s 70th Anniversary
https://www.gearnews.com/thomann-synth-deals-70th-anniversary/
Published: September 1, 2024 08:10
Thomann is celebrating its 70th anniversary with loads of awesome synth deals and limited editions. Check out the new deals for September here!
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Thomann 70th Anniversary: Celebrate With September Deals & Exclusive Limited Editions
https://www.gearnews.com/thomann-70th-anniversary/
Published: September 1, 2024 07:59
Europe’s largest music store is celebrating Thomann 70th anniversary, that means deals, limited editions and promotions! Updated in September!
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Antiquarian Echoes, Vox Tune, Z-Verb: Free Plugins of the Week
https://www.gearnews.com/antiquarian-echoes-vox-tune-z-verb-free-plugins/
Published: September 1, 2024 06:00
Antiquarian Echoes is an ambient dreamscape full of lush guitar pads! Check it out in our weekly round-up of the best free plugins.
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