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Beetronics Pollinator Hazee Delay: Digital Ambient Sound Design
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Beetronics goes digital with the Pollinator Hazee Delay, a pedal focused on evolving textures, reverse octaves, and ambient sound design. The post Beetronics Pollinator Hazee Delay: Digital Ambient Sound Design appeared first on gearnews.com.
Reloop PTB-2 for DJs on the Move: Compact Size, Clear Structure
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Reloop PTB-2 brings a practical approach to mobile DJing with flexible routing, USB-C power, and DVS support in a compact mixer format. The post Reloop PTB-2 for DJs on the Move: Compact Size, Clear Structure appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Experience what happens when 50 years of pickup expertise meets modern active technology”: Seymour Duncan goes toe-to-toe with Fishman with its triple-voiced MortalCoil active pickups
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Offering three distinct voices in one package and promising fast, dynamic response and long battery life, these might be SD’s most modern pickups yet
Telegrapher Studio Animals: Raccoon, Panda, Hippo, and Carbon Fox
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Telegrapher Loudspeakers has unleashed a range of new animalistic studio monitors, including 2-way, 3-way, and subwoofer options for producers. The post Telegrapher Studio Animals: Raccoon, Panda, Hippo, and Carbon Fox appeared first on gearnews.com.
Yamaha Shows new EAD50 Drum Module and the Roy Haynes Centennial Signature Snare
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
With the EAD50, Yamaha significantly upgrades their electronic drum module series. They're also showing a beautiful signature snare. The post Yamaha Shows new EAD50 Drum Module and the Roy Haynes Centennial Signature Snare appeared first on gearnews.com.
“I just couldn’t believe I was gonna be on a George Harrison record. He’d been listening to what the T-Birds had been doing”: Jimmie Vaughan on longevity, Strats and recording the Porky’s Revenge soundtrack – with a Beatle
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
A new Fabulous Thunderbirds box set is bursting with powerful stuff by Jimmie Vaughan & Co. – including an entire unreleased album from 1978. Here, Vaughan talks T-Birds and Strats and Fender amps, and tells us what flips his switch
“If you got the Ibanez catalog that year, it was Reb Beach, Steve Vai and Joe Satriani on the first three pages. They said, ‘Whatever shape you want’”: Reb Beach on the story of his ’90s Ibanez signature guitar – and the mystery behind its sequel
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The year is 1990 and Reb Beach is on the cover of Guitar World with his Ibanez WRB-3, a super-cool weird shape electric. But what happened to the WRB-1?
“I know how much both the band and the fans will be wanting to see him back up there where he belongs”: Why Mick Box is missing Uriah Heep's farewell shows
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
His stand-in has the founding member’s blessing, but is left joking about “existential panic” and “very big boots” to fill
Up the Irons: Dunlop Unveils ‘Killers’ CryBaby Wah
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Dunlop honors Iron Maiden with the new "Killers" Cry Baby Wah. The secret sauce to early NWOBHM tones. The post Up the Irons: Dunlop Unveils ‘Killers’ CryBaby Wah appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Experience the dynamic sensation of an amp moving air”: Blackstar takes on the Fender Tone Master Pro, unveiling a high-powered floor modeler series with “insane versatility”
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Packed with tone-sculpting features and a focused amp collection for electrics, acoustic, and bass, the British amp firm is bringing its firepower to the modeler market via the new ID:X Digital Floorboard series
Behringer BMX Finally On Display at NAMM 2026
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Another Behringer prototype breaks cover and appears at NAMM 2026. This time it's the long-awaited Behringer BMX drum machine. The post Behringer BMX Finally On Display at NAMM 2026 appeared first on gearnews.com.
Behringer JT-2 Now On Display at NAMM 2026
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Spied at NAMM 2026 on Press Day yesterday, it appears that the Behringer JT-2 is about to go on sale! The post Behringer JT-2 Now On Display at NAMM 2026 appeared first on gearnews.com.
Shure KSM Series: 3 New Professional Studio Condensers
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Shure KSM series has expanded with three new condenser mics for studio applications, including two cardioid and one multipattern mic. The post Shure KSM Series: 3 New Professional Studio Condensers appeared first on gearnews.com.
Harley Benton NAMM 2026: New ST-Modern Plus SC-Custom III Baritone, and more!
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Harley Benton NAMM 2026 includes a LP-style SC-Custom III baritone, new colors for ST-Modern Plus, and much more! The post Harley Benton NAMM 2026: New ST-Modern Plus SC-Custom III Baritone, and more! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Aguilar NAMM Show 2026: Tone Hammer 210 Combo & TLC DLX Compressor EQ!
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Just in time for NAMM 2026, Aguilar is announcing several new products. A powerful Tone Hammer 210 combo and a new pedal are on the way! The post Aguilar NAMM Show 2026: Tone Hammer 210 Combo & TLC DLX Compressor EQ! appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Whether it’s mounted on your pedalboard or standing at the heart of your shrine, this pedal is a torch held high for rock ’n’ roll”: Jim Dunlop drops an Iron Maiden Killers edition of its Cry Baby wah
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Emblazoned with the album’s unmistakable art, the pedal celebrates the band’s gritty beginnings
DWe V71/V51 Bundles – The Inevitable Collab
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
In the most obvious of collaborations, DWe team up with their parent company, Roland, to give us the flexibility of DWe hardware with the power of the V-Drums modules. The post DWe V71/V51 Bundles – The Inevitable Collab appeared first on gearnews.com.
The Ultimate Travel Companion? Blackstar Drops the Ultra-Portable BEAM MINI
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Blackstar introduces the BEAM MINI. The rugged mini-amp will be presented at NAMM 2026 The post The Ultimate Travel Companion? Blackstar Drops the Ultra-Portable BEAM MINI appeared first on gearnews.com.
RCF EVOX J9, J11 and JMIX9: 3 New Column Speaker Systems
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The RCF EVOX J9, J11, and JMIX9 are three new additions to the EVOX range of portable column speaker systems for small to medium-sized venues. The post RCF EVOX J9, J11 and JMIX9: 3 New Column Speaker Systems appeared first on gearnews.com.
LANDR Blueprints & Layers: When AI Provides Ideas and Collaborates – is it Ethical?
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
LANDR presents Blueprints & Layers: Two new software tools that combine creative songwriting with professional mixing results. The post LANDR Blueprints & Layers: When AI Provides Ideas and Collaborates – is it Ethical? appeared first on gearnews.com.
DW Drums releases Pure Walnut Kit and True-Cast Bronze Snare: Legendary Looks and Tones
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
It doesn’t get much higher-end than this: DW Drums has released the luxurious Pure Walnut kit in their Collectors Series. While we’ve seen walnut shells in other DW series, it’s the first time on their highest series. Plus, they’re showing the mighty True-Cast Bronze Snare, a highly limited snare with a sandcast Bell Bronze shell. […] The post DW Drums releases Pure Walnut Kit and True-Cast Bronze Snare: Legendary Looks and Tones appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Give the average guitar player the chance to own my live rig. The tone worth $100,000s”: Billy Corgan has shrunk his Smashing Pumpkins rig into a Laney pedal amp – and he tested it in front of 60,000 My Chemical Romance fans
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
When Corgan walked onstage with My Chemical Romance at Soldier Field stadium, he didn’t bring his guitar rig. He plugged into the Laney Supergrace and nothing else
Strandberg Jamstik Chameleon MIDI Guitar: Express Yourself!
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Strandberg Jamstik Chameleon MIDI via USB-C, Bluetooth, and TRS-MIDI! The post Strandberg Jamstik Chameleon MIDI Guitar: Express Yourself! appeared first on gearnews.com.
PDP Concept Acrylic: Kit and Snare With See-Through Hoops!
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Soon, we won't see them at all! The PDP Concept Acrylic drums feature not only acrylic shells but also acrylic hoops. The post PDP Concept Acrylic: Kit and Snare With See-Through Hoops! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Slingerland Solid Shell Radio King: A new Generation of Legendary Snare Drums
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Slingerland has updated its legendary snare series. The new Solid Shell Radio King models feature solid maple shells and beautiful finishes. The post Slingerland Solid Shell Radio King: A new Generation of Legendary Snare Drums appeared first on gearnews.com.
Apogee Symphony Nova: A DSP-Enhanced Desktop Audio Interface
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Apogee Symphony Nova features DSP and monitor correction with Apogee's renowned AD/DA conversion in a slimline desktop format. The post Apogee Symphony Nova: A DSP-Enhanced Desktop Audio Interface appeared first on gearnews.com.
KORG phase8 Acoustic Synthesizer: All the Details on This Unique New Instrument
🗓️ January 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
After 3 years of waiting, KORG’s phase8 is finally out! Has this eight-voice synth with sequencer and effects been worth the wait? The post KORG phase8 Acoustic Synthesizer: All the Details on This Unique New Instrument appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Blends classic style with modern sensibility”: The Yamaha Pacifica single-cut is back for the masses – and the new-for-2026 version is loaded with cutting-edge kit
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Available in both Japanese- and Indonesian-made versions, the guitar boasts newly-designed pickups, and comes in a choice of vibrant City Pop–inspired finishes
Bastl Instruments Citadel Alchemist: Storm the Kastle with Euroack, DIY & Open Source Hacks
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Citadel Alchemist turns the Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 Alchemist synth into a Eurorack module. The post Bastl Instruments Citadel Alchemist: Storm the Kastle with Euroack, DIY & Open Source Hacks appeared first on gearnews.com.
NAMM 2026 live! The biggest guitar news as it happens
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
All the hottest news and biggest surprises from the world’s premier guitar gear trade show
Long-Awaited Yamaha Chris Buck Signature Revstar
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Yamaha RS02CB Chris Buck Signature Revstar, a faithful recreation of the guitarist’s iconic custom model The post Long-Awaited Yamaha Chris Buck Signature Revstar appeared first on gearnews.com.
Yamaha Pacifica SC: T-Style Models With Amazing Upgrades!
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The new Yamaha Pacifica SC series takes T-style models to a whole new level. Stylish looks, great upgrades - check them out! The post Yamaha Pacifica SC: T-Style Models With Amazing Upgrades! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Parting: Emily Hopkins and OBNE Debut Creative Chaos
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Emily Hopkins and Old Blood Noise Endeavors Parting features glitch-delays, lo-fi textures, and chance! The post Parting: Emily Hopkins and OBNE Debut Creative Chaos appeared first on gearnews.com.
“‘Labor of love’ gets thrown around too often, but collaborating with Yamaha to recreate my guitar has been exactly that”: The Yamaha Revstar pulled Chris Buck away from Strat loyalty – and his new signature model boasts some tantalizing personal touches
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
A recreation of Buck's cherished custom Revstar, the RS02CB departs from the design of its siblings in a few key ways
Mono Compatibility: Why Does It Still Matter?
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Gear News
We discuss some different aspects that contribute to mono compatibility and how it can help your mixes stand up on any playback system. The post Mono Compatibility: Why Does It Still Matter? appeared first on gearnews.com.
“He would always show me this really horrible Stratocaster that had nine pickups on it”: The Cribs' Ryan Jarman explains why a guitar swap with Johnny Marr didn't work out
🗓️ January 21, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
When Marr briefly joined the band, the two guitarists jokingly agreed to a guitar swap – only for Jarman to realize he would have gotten the short end of the stick