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Roland restocks TR-1000 drum machine with firmware update and new Editor

MMRIndustryRoland restocks TR-1000 drum machine with firmware update and new Editor Roland has resumed limited sales of the TR-1000 rhythm creator alongside a major firmware update and a new third-party DAW editor.

September 16
Arturia updates MiniFreak with sample and wavetable import

MMRIndustryArturia updates MiniFreak with sample and wavetable import Arturia released MiniFreak V 5.0, enabling user sample and wavetable imports for both hardware and software, potentially boosting retailer demand.

September 16
Universal Audio releases Luna 3.0 with AI tools and new subscription tier

MMRIndustryUniversal Audio releases Luna 3.0 with AI tools and new subscription tier Universal Audio released Luna 3.0, featuring AI stem separation, a simplified recording mode, and a new paid tier called Luna Studio alongside a plugin subscription plan.

September 16
Universal Audio releases $19.99 UAD Spark Studio subscription

MMRIndustryUniversal Audio releases $19.99 UAD Spark Studio subscription Universal Audio introduces UAD Spark Studio, a new monthly subscription bundling LUNA Studio DAW and over 70 native plug-ins for $19.99.

September 16
Universal Audio releases LUNA 3.0 with AI stem separation and audio-to-MIDI

MMRIndustryUniversal Audio releases LUNA 3.0 with AI stem separation and audio-to-MIDI Universal Audio released LUNA 3.0, adding AI-powered stem separation and audio-to-MIDI tools to its DAW, with a free tier offering four-track separation and a paid Studio version providing advanced features for $199.

September 16
Roland releases Minion-themed GO:KEYS 3 keyboard for beginners

MMRIndustryRoland releases Minion-themed GO:KEYS 3 keyboard for beginners Roland partners with Universal Products & Experiences to release a Minion-inspired portable keyboard aimed at beginners and collectors, priced at $449.

September 15
Spector releases NS Icon Neck-Through basses to expand market reach

MMRIndustrySpector releases NS Icon Neck-Through basses to expand market reach Spector Basses introduces the NS Icon Neck-Through series, bringing its signature construction method to a broader audience with new models featuring alder bodies, maple tops, and Aguilar electronics.

September 15
Martin releases refreshed all-solid-wood 16 series lineup

MMRIndustryMartin releases refreshed all-solid-wood 16 series lineup C. F. Martin & Co. introduces 11 new all-solid-wood acoustic-electric models in its refreshed 16 Series, featuring bold finishes and the debut short-scale sloped-shoulder Dreadnought.

September 15
IK Multimedia releases TONEX Board flagship modeller with advanced routing

MMRIndustryIK Multimedia releases TONEX Board flagship modeller with advanced routing IK Multimedia has introduced the Tonex Board, a flagship floor unit capable of running four Tone Models simultaneously, featuring advanced stereo routing and extensive sound libraries for gigging musicians.

September 15
Yorkville Sound releases ART PRO audio RPC Series Power Conditioners

MMRIndustryYorkville Sound releases ART PRO audio RPC Series Power Conditioners Yorkville Sound introduces the ART Pro Audio RPC Series rackmount power conditioners, featuring nine outlets and USB charging across three tiers for retail distribution starting October 2026.

September 15
Voice-Acoustic taps Enjoy Division as Portugal distributor

MMRIndustryVoice-Acoustic taps Enjoy Division as Portugal distributor German loudspeaker maker Voice-Acoustic appointed Lisbon-based Enjoy Division to handle distribution, installation and rental in Portugal.

September 15
Rupert Neve Designs releases first branded Plugins with McDSP

MMRIndustryRupert Neve Designs releases first branded Plugins with McDSP Rupert Neve Designs has entered the software market with three new plugins developed in partnership with McDSP, marking a strategic shift for the hardware manufacturer.

September 15
Mayer EMI releases major Aurora 5.0 firmware update for MD850 Vibes synth

MMRIndustryMayer EMI releases major Aurora 5.0 firmware update for MD850 Vibes synth Mayer EMI has launched the free Aurora 5.0 firmware update for its MD850 Vibes desktop synthesizer, adding cloud reverb, SFZ multisample support, and expanded controller mapping to enhance retail value.

September 15
Antares releases free AutoTune Go for FL Studio users via FL Cloud

MMRIndustryAntares releases free AutoTune Go for FL Studio users via FL Cloud Antares has released AutoTune Go, a free lite version of its pitch-correction software available to all FL Studio users through FL Cloud.

September 15
Markbass adds Black, White and Sunburst finishes to entry-level Bass Series

MMRIndustryMarkbass adds Black, White and Sunburst finishes to entry-level Bass Series Markbass has expanded its MB PB and JB entry-level bass lines with three new finish options while maintaining the $299.99 price point.

September 15
Hammer releases Wave 2 portable speaker in india at rs 1,299

MMRIndustryHammer releases Wave 2 portable speaker in india at rs 1,299 Indian lifestyle electronics brand Hammer has introduced the Wave 2, a 20W RMS portable Bluetooth speaker priced at Rs 1,299, featuring Bluetooth v6.0 and RGB lighting.

September 15
Audio-Technica releases BP880R Contact Transducer for immersive audio

MMRIndustryAudio-Technica releases BP880R Contact Transducer for immersive audio Audio-Technica introduced the BP880R, a waterproof contact transducer designed to capture surface vibrations for sports broadcasting and production.

September 15
Audient releases Horizon Thunderbolt 3 interface range for pro studios

MMRIndustryAudient releases Horizon Thunderbolt 3 interface range for pro studios Audient introduces its flagship Horizon audio interface line, featuring three models with scalable I/O and native processing capabilities aimed at the professional studio market.

September 15
Audient releases Horizon Thunderbolt interfaces to challenge DSP ecosystems

MMRIndustryAudient releases Horizon Thunderbolt interfaces to challenge DSP ecosystems Audient has introduced its new flagship Horizon range of Thunderbolt audio interfaces, featuring sub-millisecond latency and no onboard DSP to leverage modern host processing capabilities.

September 15
LG releases wireless OLED W6, modular sound Suite and xboom Power in UAE

MMRIndustryLG releases wireless OLED W6, modular sound Suite and xboom Power in UAE LG introduced the OLED W6 TV, Sound Suite with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, and xboom Power speakers to the UAE market, though local pricing remains unconfirmed.

September 15
Sampleson releases Backgrounds plugin for local Semantic Audio generation

MMRIndustrySampleson releases Backgrounds plugin for local Semantic Audio generation Sampleson has released Backgrounds, a one-time purchase plugin that generates soundscapes from keywords using a local semantic audio model, offering new retail opportunities in the creative software market.

September 15
RC MIX releases automated SNARE plugins for retail market

MMRIndustryRC MIX releases automated SNARE plugins for retail market RC MIX has introduced RC RING and RC SNARE, new mixing plugins designed to shape real drum recordings without sample replacement, targeting the music production software sector.

September 15
VITEC and vizrt win Installation awards at IBC2026

MMRIndustryVITEC and vizrt win Installation awards at IBC2026 Installation magazine named Vitec's X-View and Vizrt's TriCaster Prizm as Best of Show winners at IBC2026, highlighting new pro audio and video solutions for the international market.

September 14
Gibson opens largest retail Garage in Miami to target latin market

MMRIndustryGibson opens largest retail Garage in Miami to target latin market Gibson has launched its third and largest Gibson Garage in Miami's Wynwood district, aiming to reach Spanish-speaking audiences and leverage the city's role as a hub for South American music. The location features expand

September 14