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NAMM 2026: Rumours, predictions and live updates from the world’s biggest music technology show
By Andy Price last updated
We're covering everything going down at the industry's most important trade show. 2026 starts here

“No AI, no loops, no MIDI”: Celemony’s Tonalic puts a world-class session player in your DAW that intelligently adapts to your arrangement
By Matt Mullen published
NAMM 2026: This hybrid of virtual instrument and session player combines the organic feel of live performance with the flexibility of DAW-based editing

Clavia unveils Nord Electro 7 with fully-fledged synth section, redesigned interface and much more
By Matt Mullen published
NAMM 2026: Nord's Electro 7 stage keyboard promises to be the most versatile model in the Electro line to date

Korg Kaoss Pad V reimagines a beloved effects powerhouse with dual-touch control, vocal processing and expanded connectivity
By Matt Mullen published
NAMM 2026: This long-overdue update makes the Kaoss Pad an even more powerful tool for creative sound design and live performance

Korg’s Liano Live! makes livestreaming your piano performances as easy as smashing that like button
By Ben Rogerson published
NAMM 2026: Simple 88-note portable keyboard comes with a built-in mixer, mic and one-touch sound effects

Korg’s new interface is also an analogue filter – and you might be tempted even if you don't need the I/O
By Si Truss published
NAMM 2026: The microAUDIO 22 and 722 also pack onboard dynamics DSP and come bundled with Korg's new filter plugin

AlphaTheta’s RMX-Ignite is a multi-band effects processor and sampler designed to bring DJ sets to life
By Si Truss published
NAMM 2026: RMX-Ignite combines rhythmically-focused effects with a looping sample player

Has Martin redefined the workhorse acoustic? Legendary brand announces blockbuster refresh of its Road Series
By Jonathan Horsley published
NAMM 2026: The Road Series might be Martin’s mid-priced lineup but these upscale Retro Plus models with their torrefied spruce tops are too fancy to be anyone’s “workhorse”

Universal Audio is giving away the new native version of the 610 Tube Preamp and EQ Collection for free
By Matt Mullen published
NAMM 2026: The plugin promises to offer music-makers the same "musical tube warmth and character" heard on recordings by Ray Charles, Elvis Presley, and Neil Young

Taylor refreshes flagship acoustic with a trio of game-changing features – meet the Next Generation Grand Auditorium
By Jonathan Horsley published
NAMM 2026: Taylor’s Next Generation Grand Auditorium cutaways are updated with scalloped V-Class bracing, Action Control Necks and the all-new Claria pickup and preamp system
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