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Neural DSP Quad Cortex mini
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Neural DSP introduce Quad Cortex mini

A new ultra-compact guitar and bass processor that delivers the same processing architecture, audio quality and Neural Capture technology as the original Quad Cortex, now in a significantly smaller and more portable enclosure.

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SOS AWARDS 2026 Winners Announced!

The votes have been counted, and we are very happy to announce the results of each category on the official results page published in our February 2026 issue.

Nugen Audio MasterCheck 2 loudness normalisation data compression analysis plug-in
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MasterCheck 2 from NUGEN Audio

The latest version of NUGEN Audio’s popular analysis plug-in has arrived, delivering a set of new features that have been designed to meet the needs of modern productions.

Akai MPC XL standalone beatmaking music production station
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Akai Professional launch the flagship MPC XL

Living up to its title, the MPC XL essentially packs an entire studio into a single box, combining the much-loved MPC playing and programming experience with a wealth of audio, MIDI and CV connectivity options, DAW-like multitracking capabilities and complete standalone operation. 

ASM Leviasynth Desktop
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NAMM 2026: ASM unleash the Leviasynth

These two new synthesizer models have been designed around ASM’s 16-voice Leviasynth engine. Each voice features eight oscillators of algorithmic synthesis paired with both digital and analogue filters.

Neve 1073DPX-D dual-channel mic preamp USB audio interface
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Neve’s NAMM 2026 launches

It’s clearly been a busy start to 2026 for Neve, who will have not one, but three new products taking pride of place on their NAMM booth.

Slate Digital ML-2A matched pair modelling small-diaphragm capacitor condenser microphones
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Slate Digital announce the ML-2A Modelling Microphone Set

The latest addition to Slate Digital’s range of modelling microphones offers a matched pair of small-diaphragm capacitor mics that pair up with the company’s VMS plug-in to deliver faithful recreations of an array of popular designs. 

Fender Studio Pro PreSonus Studio One renamed rebranded
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Studio One becomes Fender Studio Pro

From 13 January 2026, Studio One will now be known as Fender Studio Pro, while the Quantum and AudioBox lines will transition to the Fender Quantum Series and Fender AudioBox. 

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