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NAMM 2015: Akai Pro Introduces Timbre Wolf Analog Synth and Tom Cat Analog Drum Machine

Following last year's Rhythm Wolf release, Akai Pro tells us their new electronic instruments, Timbre Wolf & Tom Cat deliver authentic analog sound, giving musicians ability to create '˜gutsy' sounds.

NAMM 2015: New Novation Launchpad Pro with Thavius Beck Live Video

On the eve of NAMM 2015, AskAudio Mag got a sneak peek at the new Novation Launchpad Pro including a video interview and demo from musician and performer, Thavius Beck.

NAMM 2015: Universal Audio Introduces New Apollo Expanded Software

Powerful new software provides 'mix and match' operation between Thunderbolt-equipped Apollo audio interfaces, new UAD plug-ins, and a reimagined Console 2.0 interface with more new features.

NAMM 2015: Arturia Launch Eagerly Awaited Audio Interface: AudioFuse

Arturia unveils the highly anticipated AudioFuse Advanced Audio Interface at Winter NAMM 2015, and yes... it's high-end but at a good price!! We'll have some video of it soon too...

Logic Pro X 10.1 Packs Big Free Update with Useful Features

Apple have been hard at work. The latest free update for Logic Pro X adds improvements to the Compressor, Mixer, automation, Retro synth, Drummer (to include EDM and Hip Hop styles) and much more.

NAMM 2015: Ploytec Synthesizer 'πλ² Pi L Squared' Leukos Now Available

German mini synth makers, Ploytec have unleashed their new duophonic USB synthesizer at NAMM, Hall A #6424. It works with iPad or computer. Check out the video for more.

Pioneer Presents XDJ-RX REKORDBOX DJ System with Built-In Screen

The new Pioneer XDJ-RX mixes together two players, a mixer and large monitor for use with the popular rekordbox.

Waldorf Waves in new Era of Software and Eurorack Hardware at Winter NAMM

High-quality synthesizer developer Waldorf is proud to announce new software for Mac, PC, and iOS alongside its first Eurorack module at The NAMM Show 2015, January 22-25 in Anaheim, California...

Teenage Engineering and Cheap Monday Launch new Micro Synths

Teenage Engineering have partnered up with Cheap Monday to launch a new range of micro (we mean small!) synths along with t-shirts. These new synths bring new meaning to the word portable.

Gibson Showcase Les Paul Reference Monitors at NAMM 2015

Fancy some new reference monitors from Gibson Les Paul to go hand-in-hand (style-wise) with your Les Paul guitar? These monitors look the part, but will they sound the part too?

Nord Keyboards Announce Electro 5 Series at NAMM

With enhancements such as a big OLED display, expanded memory, and new split and layer features, the new Nord Electro 5 looks set to excite the performing keyboard musician.

Native Instruments Session Guitarist, Strummed Acoustic for Kontakt

The latest news from Native Instruments will appeal to those needing acoustic strummed guitars on their tracks. Session Guitarist - Strummed Acoustic is a Kontakt instrument and is available now.

Moog Recommences Manufacturing Large Format Modular Synths

It's official. Moog are back in the large format Modular Synthesizer business! They're bringing back their three most sought after 5U large models from 1973 on a limited run. Excellent video too.

Waves SSL 4000 Plug-In Collection Massive Price Reduction

Waves are offering their SSL 4000 collection for over 60% off the list price!! For only $249 you can grab four excellent plug-ins based on the popular SSL 400 series. Act fast though.

BT on Vintage Hardware Synth Character and Laurie Spiegel Bell Labs Performance

Grammy-nominated musician, producer & technologist, BT, offers an interesting explanation on why music software can't replace music hardware using Laurie Spiegel video performance as inspiration.