NAMM 2024: “Atmos just got easy” - Audient heads into immersive territory with the Oria audio interface and monitor controller By Ben Rogerson published 19 January 24 It can handle everything from everything from stereo to 9.1.6 setups
NAMM 2024: Are Mooer Audio's X2 Tender Octaver and Harmony pedals pitch-perfect? By Rob Laing published 19 January 24 Onboard presets and under-friendly controls
NAMM 2024: “Uncompromising Gretsch power and fidelity in stunning style”: Electromatic series expanded with fresh finishes and ltd edition Pristine models By Jonathan Horsley published 19 January 24 Those limited edition Pristine Jet and Center Block Double-Cut models are very easy on the eye as Gretsch once more adds seriously classy options to its sensibly priced Electromatic range
NAMM 2024: “Zebralette 3 will become one of the most comprehensive wavetable generation tools available, and like its predecessor, it'll be free” - u-he is releasing the cutdown version of its new synth before the full-blown Zebra 3 By Ben Rogerson published 19 January 24 This Zebralette can change its stripes
NAMM 2024: Charvel raises the (whammy) bar for its shredder-spec Pro-Mod series with super-hot Bubblegum Pink and Malibu Sunset colours and distressed nitro finishes By Jonathan Horsley published 19 January 24 The hot-rodded guitar specialist brand does not disappoint with ergonomic builds, double-locking Floyd Rose and two-point Gotoh vibratos, Seymour Duncan pickups as standard
NAMM 2024: Fender thinks we need an amp stand, and I think it might be right – but there are two catches By Rob Laing published 19 January 24 Gear Furniture is now a thing – and Fender might be on to something good here
NAMM 2024: "Build it, tweak it, connect it" - Korg’s Nu:Tekt NTS-1 mkII takes the build-it-yourself synth to another level, adding a multitouch keyboard, 8-step sequencer and more By Ben Rogerson published 19 January 24 A new version of the DIY mini synth that looks even more fun and creative
NAMM 2024: A different kind of Kaoss? Korg’s Nu:Tekt NTS-3 puts a new spin on the classic XY effects pad and you can build it yourself in 20 minutes By Ben Rogerson published 19 January 24 You can even build and add your own effects via the LogueSDK
NAMM 2024: "A streamlined and compact effects switching solution with a remarkably simple interface" – is Fender's new Switchboard Effects Operator the ideal excuse to upgrade your pedalboard? By Rob Laing published 18 January 24 Less tapdancing, more playing
NAMM 2024: Squier reveals new '60s-inspired Classic Vibe guitars for players who want to get closer to Fender vintage By Rob Laing published 18 January 24 Four models will arrive in the Spring