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MMRIndustryAkai Professional releases MPC Plugin SDK for third-party developers Akai Professional has introduced an official MPC Plugin SDK through inMusic's GitHub, enabling developers to build custom instruments and effects for compatible MPC hardware.

11.13

MMRIndustryDJW Audio releases free open-source DW-303 bass synthesizer UK developer DJW Audio offers a component-modeled TB-303-style software synth across major plugin formats at no cost.

11.13

MMRIndustryBehringer AQ64L 64-pad MIDI controller supports custom firmware Behringer's AQ64L is an 8×8 RGB grid MIDI controller for clip-based DAW workflows, with a public developer kit enabling custom firmware development.

11.13

MMRIndustryFender holiday gift guide highlights five beginner guitars under £335 Fender Musical Instruments Corporation has released a holiday gift guide featuring five beginner-friendly guitars from its Fender, Squier, Gretsch and Jackson brands, with prices ranging from £229 to…

11.13

MMRIndustryAudient releases third-generation id interface platform Audient has introduced the third generation of its iD audio interface family, consolidating four models into a shared engineering platform with new DSP, room correction and tonal shaping tools.

11.13

MMRIndustryAnukari 1.1 adds Resonators and expanded exciters to 3D Physics Synthesizer Anukari's 3D Physics Synthesizer gains resonating strings, plates and bells, a new mouthpiece exciter, instrument-building tools and more than 1,000 presets in version 1.1.

11.12

MMRIndustryRecording King releases Standard series all-solid acoustic guitars Recording King, under St. Louis Music, introduces the RK Standard Series with all-solid construction, thermo-cured tops, and pre-war styling across four body shapes, priced from $749.99 to $999.99.

11.12

MMRIndustryAudient releases third-gen id interfaces with room correction Audient has introduced its iD Series MK3, a four-model range of USB-C bus-powered desktop audio interfaces featuring the new Analogue Intelligence platform, onboard DSP, and RoomTune monitor…

11.12

MMRIndustryIs Everything in the Box? A recording bundle has one job, as far as I’m concerned. If somebody gets home with the box on Saturday afternoon, they ought to be able to record something before dinner.

11.12

MMRIndustrySchmidt Synthesizer releases Schmidt Vi software plugin as hardware production ends Schmidt Synthesizer and UJAM release Schmidt Vi, a software recreation of the Schmidt Eightvoice analog synthesizer, priced at €179 with iLok authorization.

11.11

MMRIndustryDonner Debuts Starfold, OURA J100, PlugOne, Viva and more new pianos and guitars HUSH XLIVE selected for the show's "Future Species" showcase SHANGHAI, CHINA – Oct. 31, 2026 – Donner, the China-based instrument brand and manufacturer, introduced a lineup of new digital pianos and…

11.11

MMRIndustryRcf wins trademark and patent infringement cases in China Italian loudspeaker manufacturer RCF secured court judgments and settlements stopping unauthorized use of its branding and a loudspeaker design patent in China.

11.11

MMRIndustryMajestic percussion adds reflection and concert black Xylophones KHS America's Majestic Percussion brand has released two new concert xylophone models that combine vintage American tuning techniques with modern frame features.

11.11

MMRIndustryUnusable engineering ships currents & nostalgia software synth Unusable Engineering has released Currents & Nostalgia, a new software synthesizer featuring circuit-modeled oscillators and independent sequencing systems for oscillator and filter settings.

11.11

MMRIndustryFriedman Amplification releases VX-30 series inspired by 1960s British amps Friedman Amplification has introduced the VX Series, a new line of all-tube guitar amplifiers inspired by early 1960s British EL84 designs, according to Premier Guitar.

11.11

MMRIndustryFender player fusion series reaches retail availability Fender's hard rock and metal-focused Player Fusion guitar and bass lineup is now available, comprising four Mexican-made instruments shipping to retailers.

11.11

MMRIndustryKORG Pa5X update adds 40 styles and MIDI Import Korg has released a major OS update for its Pa5X flagship arranger workstation, adding 40 new styles, expanded MIDI import, pad sync features, and workflow improvements, according to Gearnews.

11.11

MMRIndustryVader Sound names grant Henderson road sales rep for northern England and Ireland UK distributor Vader Sound hired former JHS staffer and studio owner Grant Henderson to cover North of England and Ireland, working directly with music retailers on its brand portfolio.

11.11

MMRIndustryModbap releases Wax Theory record emulation plugin at introductory price Modbap's Wax Theory, a single-purpose record emulation audio plugin in the oneTHNG series, is available for $29.99 introductory pricing with macOS and Windows support.

11.11

MMRIndustryMartin Guitar adds John Mayer Signature acoustic-electrics to Road Series C. F. Martin & Co. introduces two John Mayer signature acoustic-electric guitars at a $1,999.99 price point, expanding the Road Series with solid Engelmann spruce tops and Martin E1 electronics.

11.10

MMRIndustryARP Foundation releases Starpath Vol The Alan R. Pearlman Foundation announces Starpath Vol. 1, a collection of 200 original patches for the KORG ARP2600 VST.

11.10

MMRIndustryAbleton Live 13 adds step sequencer, Drum Synth and ARA 2 Ableton has announced Live 13, featuring a Step Sequencer with independent row lengths, a native Drum Synth, Multiband and Mid-Side Racks, 32 Macros and ARA 2 support, with a public beta available…

11.10

MMRIndustryUniversal audio releases Capitol Studios reverb plug-in for daws UA's new native room modeling plug-in models Capitol Studios' rooms, mics, consoles and echo chambers for macOS and Windows users.

11.09

MMRIndustryBoosey & Hawkes spotlights Argento choral works ahead of 2027 centennial Publisher curates six choral titles from its catalogue to help choirs and conductors prepare for the composer's centennial year.

11.09