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“I wanted to sculpt something off-kilter, a shape that’s equal parts eye-candy and ‘what the hell is that?’”: KHDK has made killer pedals for Scott Ian, Chino Moreno, Gary Holt and more – now it is making electric guitars, with artist collabs coming

KHDK Electronics supremo David Karon debuted his new designs at Guitar Summit, in Mannheim, and while they are not all über-metal, the 'all pointy' Model 101 certainly is... metal

Keyboard Magazine

2 oct., 12:33

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"The core piano sounds have a rich tone with a surprising amount of depth": Roland E-X50 arranger keyboard review

We test drive Roland's beginner-friendly arranger keyboard

Keyboard Magazine

2 oct., 11:39

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“It’s shocking, it’s disheartening, it’s insulting – most importantly – it’s a wake up call”: Cardiff band decry the fact AI ‘band’ trained on their music overtakes them on Spotify

Holding Absence tell their listeners to “oppose AI music”

Keyboard Magazine

2 oct., 11:36

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Schwabe Digital release HiFAL plug-in

With two powerful clipper/limiter plug-ins already under their belt, Schwabe Digital's latest launch sees the company turn their attention to high-frequency shaping and enhancement.

Sound On Sound

2 oct., 08:30

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Synergy Amps Launches the Marshall JMP Preamp Module

Synergy Amps today announced the release of the Marshall JMP Preamp Module, developed in partnership with Marshall Amplification. This all-tube, two channel module delivers the unmistakable growl, touch sensitivity, and dynamic response of the legendary JMP - now in a...

Premier Guitar

1 oct., 22:27

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Limited Edition Orange Amplifiers Rocker 15 & 32

The Rocker 15 & 32, Orange Amplifiers’ amps for all occasions, are now available as a special Limited Edition in eye-catching British Racing Green featuring CELESTION G10N-40 speakers. Each combo comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, signed by Cliff Cooper, CEO and...

Premier Guitar

1 oct., 21:42

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Engl Unleashes the Ravager IR Head and E412XXLK with Eminence Karnivore

ENGL Amplifiers proudly introduces the RAVAGER IR, a 20-watt, 2-channel tube amp that blends vintage tone with modern technology. Designed for musicians seeking a versatile, portable solution, the RAVAGER delivers exceptional sound quality in a compact lunchbox-style...

Premier Guitar

1 oct., 21:29

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Rig Rundown: My Chemical Romance

After their Covid-delayed, smash-success reunion tour a few years back, My Chemical Romance plotted the Long Live the Black Parade North American stadium tour this past summer. PG’s Chris Kies joined the run at Soldier Field in Chicago, and before the show, he rendezvoused ...

Premier Guitar

1 oct., 20:58

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“It possesses the horsepower to remain clean, even at the loudest volumes, and handles – and delivers – the highest dynamic content from your picking hand”: Mesa/Boogie reissues a cult classic that takes the amp brand back to the beginning

Loved by the likes of John Petrucci, the Mark IIC+ HRG presents super-clean tone at super-high volume and a super-tight crunch voicing for rock and metal rhythms

Keyboard Magazine

1 oct., 19:49

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Rattlesnake Cable Company Launches Custom Cable Looms

Rattlesnake® Cable Company, renowned for its high-quality, handcrafted instrument cables and audio gear, proudly announces the official launch ofits Custom Cable Looms. Designed for musicians, studios, and audio professionals, theselooms deliver an organized, reliable, and...

Premier Guitar

1 oct., 19:10

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Stompboxtober 2025: Keeley Electronics

Stompboxtober is back for 2025! Come back all month long for your chance to WIN daily pedal giveaways. Today's giveaway is the Keeley MANIS Overdrive! Stompboxtober 2025 - Win Pedals All Month Long! Keeley Electronics MANIS OverdriveThe Keeley MANIS Overdrive is a bold...

Premier Guitar

1 oct., 19:00

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P DI & 73 DI from Heritage Audio

Heritage Audio’s latest announcement introduces two new single- and dual-channel DI box designs and brings a total of four new products to their hardware range.

Sound On Sound

1 oct., 19:00

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"Legendary analogue sound for the whole band": Universal Audio launches Volt 876 USB Recording Studio, the first rackmount interface in the Volt series

A 24-in/28-out audio interface equipped with eight tube-emulating Vintage mic preamps and eight 1176-style compressors, Volt 876 is an affordable alternative to Apollo at $999

Keyboard Magazine

1 oct., 16:55

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“I drove everyone crazy with it because I was the only one who noticed at first, but once I pointed it out we all heard it and wanted it gone”: The curious case of The Weeknd’s mic distortion, and how his live sound team fixed it

“We came to realize that it was the result of the combination of The Weeknd’s unique vocal timbre and the hyping of compression and high-end,” says front of house engineer Derek Brener

Keyboard Magazine

1 oct., 16:30

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Genelec introduce 8380A SAM mid-field monitors

The latest arrival to Genelec’s SAM (Smart Active Monitor) range join the flagship 8381A, and promises to deliver precise imaging and natural sound reproduction that's suited to medium-sized recording, mixing and mastering studios.

Sound On Sound

1 oct., 16:30

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The Fearless Flyers: Flight School is in Session!

Welcome back for a special episode of Wong Notes! If you couldn’t make it to Cory’s Syncopated Summer Camp, this one’s for you: It features Wong and his Flyers bandmates—Nate Smith on drums, Joe Dart on bass, and Mark Lettieri on guitar—in a live masterclass...

Premier Guitar

1 oct., 16:28

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“Our guitars, bass guitar, cymbals, snare, and my pedal board were stolen last night”: Indie rockers The Beths appeal for leads

They’re currently playing on borrowed equipment

Keyboard Magazine

1 oct., 16:25

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Prog-Rock Supergroup DarWin Release New Studio Album Distorted Mirror Out Now!

Prog-Rock supergroup DarWin today release their anticipated new studio album, Distorted Mirror, via OoS/Phantom Recordings. Distorted Mirror, which is co-produced by Simon Phillips and DarWin, is the follow up to last year’s hit release, Five Steps on the Sun, and picks up ...

Premier Guitar

1 oct., 16:21

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“You can turn an Epiphone into the Tommy Bolin Burst!”: Seymour Duncan expands Joe Bonamassa signature pickup range with a humbucker set based on the PAFs from his 1960 ‘Bolin Burst’ Les Paul Standard

Like JoBo says, got a cheap Les Paul? Give it a high-end power-up with a pair of replica humbuckers from his iconic Bolin Burst, fresh out the custom shop – and the first 500 sets come signed

Keyboard Magazine

1 oct., 16:19

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“I woke up in the morning and found John watching the sunrise and still listening to the song. It was as if we were both haunted by it”: How Yoko Ono’s disco-infused classic Walking On Thin Ice captivated John Lennon in their final, poignant collaboratio

“I woke up in the morning and found John watching the sunrise and still listening to the song. It was as if we were both haunted by it”: How Yoko Ono’s disco-infused classic Walking On Thin Ice captivated John Lennon in their final, poignant collaboration

Keyboard Magazine

1 oct., 15:19

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