Musical instruments and pro audio news

Boss introduce the RC-202 Loop Station, a 2-track, compact version of their RC-505 desktop looper.

Pioneer DJ is expanding its range of studio monitor headphones with the launch of the HRM-5s and HRM-6s.

Audio Technica is to introduce three new in-ear monitor headphones at the Musikmesse.

Best Service presents new and upcoming releases at the Messe, including Chris Hein's Solo Violin.

The AudioFanzine team is at Frankfurt for the Musikmesse and has visited the Prolight+Sound, which is also held these days.

Brainworx presents a plugin rendition of the Acme Audio Opticom XLA-3 optical compressor.

SPL and Brainworx have collaborated to elaborate the SPL EQ Ranger Plus, an evolution of the original EQ Ranger plugin.

Brainworx has launched bx_panEQ, a panoramic equalizer that the developer describes as a "game changer".

Allen & Heath present the Qu-SB, a compact digital mixer and interface designed for iPad control.

Pioneer is to introduce the Toraiz SP-16 sampler/step sequencer, which analog filters come straight from Dave Smith's Prophet-6.

SPL is to introduce its new Professional Fidelity line, which claims to bring studio-quality sound to your living room.

Clavia presents the new Nord Drum 3 and compact Nord Drum 3P, combining the heritage of the Nord Drum 2 with added features.

Best Service and Eduardo Tarilonte present Kwaya African Voices, A virtual instrument featuring award-winning Ugandan choir Aba Taano.

Vox's small solid-state amp will be featured in a limited edition to be released in collaboration with Japanese denim brand Iron Heart.

Genelec presents the 8430 IP Network Compatible SAM Studio Monitor, which is compliant with the AES67 and Ravenna industry standards.

Vox presents the V860, an aluminium, handwired volume pedal.

Audient anticipate on the company's 20th anniversary and present the Heritage Edition of their ASP8024 console model.

Drawmer is to introduce the MPA-90, a class-D stereo poweramp.

Korg presents the Stageman 80, a sort of mix between a guitar amp, a portable PA system and a groovebox.

Sennheiser is to introduce a Digital version of its condenser microphone MK 4 at the MusikMesse.

While lifetime license still remains the norm, more and more developers offer subscription systems, and Eventide is just the latest to join the trend.

Toontrack has released the JamTrack Amps EZmix Pack, which includes 50 signature sounds from five renowned guitar players.