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Black Lion Audio’s latest delivers an eight-channel preamp and master clock unit that can be used to expand any interface with spare ADAT I/O.
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Black Lion Audio’s latest delivers an eight-channel preamp and master clock unit that can be used to expand any interface with spare ADAT I/O.

The third instalment in Sonora Cinematic's Transfigured Orchestra series delivers a versatile collection of brass sounds that range from “quiet, intimate tones to bold, majestic textures”.

Cyma Forma talk us through the ALT, an interesting new analogue synth that’s been designed with evolving ambient soundscapes in mind.

The Cyma Forma RND Synth, or Random Synth, features just a single button that generates an entirely random patch with each press.

Expressive E talk us through the Osmose CE, a MIDI controller version of the Osmose that comes bundled with an array of MPE-capable software instruments.


Enjoy Electronics are about to launch the Memento, a new audio processor that offers up to eight independent virtual playback heads and includes a whole host of onboard filtering, modulation and effects.

The latest iteration of IK Multimedia’s compact amp and effects modelling pedal introduces wireless control via the Tonex Control mobile app.

Audio.Computer have been busy working on a new instrument that aims to take time-stretching to new heights. We take a look and listen to a very early prototype, which is currently known as the Machine 2.

1010music have just announced the blackbox 2, a new and improved version of their compact sampler that now features a built-in battery.

Berlin-based KOMA Elektronik have announced Monoplex, a new 42HP Eurorack sequencer designed for hands-on melodic sequencing, generative patching and microtonal experimentation.

1010music have announced the blackbox 2, a new version of their compact standalone sampler designed for DAWless production, live performance and portable music creation.

Bastl Instruments have announced the Kalimba, a new desktop instrument that combines physical modelling, FM synthesis, touch control and motion sensing in a compact standalone design inspired by the traditional kalimba.

The Bullfrog Drums is the latest collaboration between Erica Synths and Richie Hawtin, and delivers an educational instrument that's easy to use, but still packs in enough pro features to satisfy serious users.

Native Instruments CEO Nick Williams has announced that a definitive agreement has been signed for the company to be acquired by inMusic.

Polyend's big announcement for Superbooth 2026 is the Drums, a new drum machine that features both analogue and digital voices and boasts some powerful sequencing capabilities.

Tasty Chips have announced the GR-2, a new granular synthesizer and sampling instrument that combines elements of the original GR-1 with features and workflow ideas developed for the larger GR-MEGA.

Cyma Forma and French artist Bambounou have announced RND synth, a compact hardware synthesizer built around generative sound creation and randomisation.

In addition to its Logic Pro and Cubase/Nuendo support, Nektar's Panorama CS12 now boasts integration with Cockos Reaper and Fender Studio Pro / PreSonus Studio One.

Polyend's latest release Drums features eight tracks designed for creating percussion using analogue voices, digital synthesis methods or sample-based instruments.