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Dimension Shifter: Casio’s Guitar Strap FX Control!
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Dimension Shifter converts guitar strap tension into wireless expression data for any pedal via a TRS-connected receiver. The post Dimension Shifter: Casio’s Guitar Strap FX Control! appeared first on gearnews.com.
AUDIX Novacore: A Range of New Wireless Receivers, Transmitters, and Capsules
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Introducing the AUDIX Novacore at NAMM 2026, an entire range of 16 wireless products that are scalable for a range of professional stage applications. The post AUDIX Novacore: A Range of New Wireless Receivers, Transmitters, and Capsules appeared first on gearnews.com.
“He said, ‘I have to play on this. Give me a track’”: How three session-guitar aces and an inspired intervention from a “wunderkind” Steve Lukather saved a ‘70s soft-rock classic
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
England Dan and John Ford Coley's Love Is the Answer might not sound like the guitar track of nightmares but it took a lot of guitar talent to get it onto tape
Sterling by Music Man 2026: New Releases!
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Sterling by Music Man 2026 delights with various new models from the StingRay, Luke, Cutlass and Richardson series. The post Sterling by Music Man 2026: New Releases! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Pearl 2026: eRoadshow Electronic Drums, Primal Snare Collective, new Eliminator pedal!
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
For Pearl 2026, the drum maker is introducing the beginner-friendly eRoadshow electronic drum series, as well as new snares and pedals. The post Pearl 2026: eRoadshow Electronic Drums, Primal Snare Collective, new Eliminator pedal! appeared first on gearnews.com.
ART Pro VLA III: The Evolution of a Compressor Classic – NAMM 2026
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The ART Pro VLA III combines optical compression with tube character, remaining a reliable studio tool in its third version. The post ART Pro VLA III: The Evolution of a Compressor Classic – NAMM 2026 appeared first on gearnews.com.
Embodme Erae 2: The Ultimate Controller – Major Update 1.1.3 & Review
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Embodme Erae 2 connects worlds and inspires new ideas, whether modular, DAW, or hardware. Use it in the studio or on stage. New update available! The post Embodme Erae 2: The Ultimate Controller – Major Update 1.1.3 & Review appeared first on gearnews.com.
Behringer XTM1-35 Vocal Set and Dual Vocal Set: Affordable Wireless Stage Mic Solutions
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Behringer XTM1-35 Vocal Set and Dual Vocal Set provide reliable solutions for live stage vocals for any application, from singing to speeches. The post Behringer XTM1-35 Vocal Set and Dual Vocal Set: Affordable Wireless Stage Mic Solutions appeared first on gearnews.com.
Flattley Pedals The Joker Demo | NAMM 2026
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Premier Guitar
The British crew bring a new bruiser to the show that offers two levels of grind. Plus, we learn about their versatile wah that features a blue LED light plate giving you full visibility on stage of the pedal’s status. Flattley Pedals The Joker The Joker came from the idea, “what happens if you add controlled distortion to a normally clean booster?”. To achieve this we added an FET based 12AX7 valve simulation with the aim of sounding similar to an overdriven single valve combo.However, o...
Peterson StroboVUE | NAMM 2026
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Premier Guitar
Do you need tune your guitar from the moon? Peterson has you covered with their sleek, high-definition LCD screen that gives you realtime tuning precision with the inclusion of over 100 excluse "sweetened tunings" and numbered guided tuning presets. Peterson Tuners StroboVUE Building on the legacy of StroboStomp HD, the view-only StroboVUE delivers Peterson’s renowned strobe accuracy in an always-on pedalboard format. Its angled, high-visibility display and fully top-mounted jacks keep se...
Casio SAMPLER: Future Retro Handheld Beat Maker – Is This the SK-1 Reborn?
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The first big surprise of NAMM is the Casio SAMPLER, an SP-404-like machine with a built-in mic, 64GB of memory and retro Casio sounds. The post Casio SAMPLER: Future Retro Handheld Beat Maker – Is This the SK-1 Reborn? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Behringer D Mini: Fancy a Tiny Model D With a Sequencer for $99?
🗓️ January 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The D Mini is finally here with three analog oscillators, a sequencer, and that lovely filter, all in a very tiny package. The post Behringer D Mini: Fancy a Tiny Model D With a Sequencer for $99? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Sony PS-LX3BT and PS-LX5BT: New Bluetooth Turntables for Both Newbies & Audiophiles
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Sony's PS-LX3BT and PS-LX5BT offer Bluetooth, ease-of-use and sleek design. Is it finally time to upgrade your record player? The post Sony PS-LX3BT and PS-LX5BT: New Bluetooth Turntables for Both Newbies & Audiophiles appeared first on gearnews.com.
“With this breakthrough, it’s easier than ever to practice, improve, and enjoy playing music”: JBL unveils the BandBox, an amp and speaker with AI vocal and instrument separation technology – and it could change the way guitarists practice
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Available in Solo and Trio versions, the BandBox can also be connected to the JBL ONE app, from which players can access a number of amp models and effects
WesAudio ngSumBox: Digitally Controlled Summing
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The WesAudio ngSumBox is a digitally controlled analogue summing mixer with precise DAW automation, controller integration, and session recall. The post WesAudio ngSumBox: Digitally Controlled Summing appeared first on gearnews.com.
Abasi Stage 7: Tosin Abasi Reinvents the Nylon-String
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Abasi Concepts and Córdoba debut the Abasi Stage 7 multiscale, 7-string nylon for ergonomic performance The post Abasi Stage 7: Tosin Abasi Reinvents the Nylon-String appeared first on gearnews.com.
Hercules DJControl T10: 1st Controller With 10-inch Motorized Platters
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Hercules to debut the DJControl T10, the first DJ controller with 10-inch motorized platters - for under $1500. The post Hercules DJControl T10: 1st Controller With 10-inch Motorized Platters appeared first on gearnews.com.
Binson Stereophonica: T-Rex Presents the Classic Drum Delay – Now in Stereo!
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The T-Rex Binson Stereophonica takes the Echorec principle and expands it significantly. It's a stereo echo with character. The post Binson Stereophonica: T-Rex Presents the Classic Drum Delay – Now in Stereo! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Córdoba Stage Artist: Beautiful Classical Guitars in Three Colors
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The three Córdoba Stage Artist classical guitars come with a new look and improved sound. They look super sleek. The post Córdoba Stage Artist: Beautiful Classical Guitars in Three Colors appeared first on gearnews.com.
Audeze LCD-5s: The New Flagship Planar Headphones
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Audeze LCD-5s is the latest top-of-the-range planar headphone design, using SLAM technology for the most truthful listening experience possible. The post Audeze LCD-5s: The New Flagship Planar Headphones appeared first on gearnews.com.
New Studs and Colors Drive Levy’s’ Latest Amped and Rebel Leather Series Expansions
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Premier Guitar
Levy’s Music has broadened two of its leather guitar strap collections with new additions. The Amped Leather Series now includes new colorways and acoustic-format models that build on its familiar construction, while the Rebel Leather Series gains added variations that extend the series’ existing design.The Amped Leather Series has expanded with a range of new color and material options that build on its padded leather construction. Additions include black with tan accents, burgundy with matchin...
Guild 2026: Premium Acoustic Models from the Ventura Reserve Series
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
This year's Guild 2026 release features some very elegant and unique acoustic guitar models. Take a look! The post Guild 2026: Premium Acoustic Models from the Ventura Reserve Series appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Modern, ergonomic, and unapologetically performance-driven”: Tosin Abasi’s long-awaited nylon-string is finally here – and he collaborated with another guitar company to make it a reality
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The Abasi Concepts meets Córdoba link-up resulted in the inventive Abasi Stage 7, a model that the Animals as Leaders guitarist himself described as “for guys who maybe aren't traditional classical players, but want a nylon-string guitar for recording and specifically for stage”
MC10: Lake People Brings Monitor Control to the Palm of Your Hand
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Lake People MC10 monitor controller demonstrates how effective monitoring control can be, even in a very compact setup. The post MC10: Lake People Brings Monitor Control to the Palm of Your Hand appeared first on gearnews.com.
PMC Main Monitor Series: 4 New 3-way Models with Upgraded Drivers
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Introducing the PMC Main Monitor Series with four new models that can be scaled up with additional XBD cabinets for extra low-end headroom. The post PMC Main Monitor Series: 4 New 3-way Models with Upgraded Drivers appeared first on gearnews.com.
Empirical Labs EL8-XXX Anniversary Edition: Is it More Than Just a New Front Panel?
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Empirical Labs EL8-XXX shows that flexible dynamics processing is still relevant in the studio today. The post Empirical Labs EL8-XXX Anniversary Edition: Is it More Than Just a New Front Panel? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Kurzweil SP8: The Only Keyboard You’ll Ever Need on Stage?
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The new Kurzweil SP8 stage keyboard boasts the powerful V.A.S.T. engine, KB3 organ modeling, and even a 6-operator FM synth. The post Kurzweil SP8: The Only Keyboard You’ll Ever Need on Stage? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Behringer JN-80 – Their JUNO6/60 Clone Edges Closer
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Behringer's JUNO 6/60 remake makes an appearance at NAMM 2026 with a new name, JN-80, fuelling expectations for an imminent release! The post Behringer JN-80 – Their JUNO6/60 Clone Edges Closer appeared first on gearnews.com.
Polyend Endless: Prompt Your Favourite FX!
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Polyend Endless is a customisable effect pedal that uses AI to turn text descriptions into playable effects The post Polyend Endless: Prompt Your Favourite FX! appeared first on gearnews.com.
SSL ORIGIN EVO: Now With E-Series Dynamics
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Launched at NAMM 2026, the SSL ORIGIN EVO console adds new E-Series channel strips to the ORIGIN series with new filters and routing options. The post SSL ORIGIN EVO: Now With E-Series Dynamics appeared first on gearnews.com.
Ernie Ball Music Man 2026: Jason Richardson Cutlass 8-String, New Majesty Colors, and more!
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The release of Ernie Ball Music Man 2026 includes new colors for John Petrucci's Majesty, a new 8-string guitar for Jason Richardson, and more! The post Ernie Ball Music Man 2026: Jason Richardson Cutlass 8-String, New Majesty Colors, and more! appeared first on gearnews.com.
“To see my name on this Martin guitar, it was just a huge moment for me”: It’s a dream come true as Molly Tuttle gets two signature Martin guitars – and they're based on her 83-year-old model
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
While the premium model is inspired by her treasured 1943 D-18, she's also bringing the 1940s neck profile to the X-Series for the first time
New Products for Bassists: Here are Some New Releases for NAMM 2026!
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
There were also some exciting new products for bassists this week. Here's an overview of the hottest products right now! The post New Products for Bassists: Here are Some New Releases for NAMM 2026! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Warren Haynes: Gov’t Mule, the Allman Brothers Band, and Volume Knob Secrets
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Premier Guitar
Warren Haynes walks into Axe Lords HQ like he’s done this a thousand times—he probably has given that he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with the Allman Brothers Band 31 years ago—and within minutes we’re deep into the stuff that actually matters: how you develop a voice standing next to a guitarist as singular as Dickey Betts, why the volume knob is not a decoration, and how “improv” gets better the moment you stop trying to have a good idea.Along the way, the Gov’t Mule frontman...
MXR EVH Modern High Gain Pedal: Beyond The Brown Sound
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The MXR EVH Modern High Gain Pedal replicates Eddie's 5150III third amp channel. Extreme Saturation Alert! The post MXR EVH Modern High Gain Pedal: Beyond The Brown Sound appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Venture into a world of alternate tunings and non-guitar sounds to break new musical ground”: Strandberg collaborates with Jamstik for the Chameleon – an ergonomic, software-controlling MIDI guitar
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
An ergonomic-focused Starndberg at its core, it comes loaded with a high-performance MIDI pickup for a new world of sounds