GIBSON’S NEW ES-330 CUSTOM HISTORIC
Greg Phillips
June 23, 2026
After an eight-year hiatus, Gibson are excited to announce the return of the ES-330 to the Gibson Custom Historic Reissue core line-up in the form of
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PRS LAUNCHES THE JON JOURDAN LIMITED EDITION
Greg Phillips
June 23, 2026
The all new PRS Jon Jourdan Limited Edition is ready to rock. Stripped to the bare essentials, this all-mahogany guitar features just one PRS “Metal” pickup
ADDAC BRINGS STRINGS TO THE MODULAR WORLD WITH INNOVATIVE FOUR STRINGS SERIES
Greg Phillips
June 23, 2026
For decades, modular synthesists have been pushing the boundaries of electronic music, but Portuguese manufacturer ADDAC System is now inviting players to reach beyond knobs, patch
TWO NOTES RELEASE GENOME 2.0
Greg Phillips
June 19, 2026
Two Notes hardware now includes Genome 2.0. A major desktop tone-shaping upgrade for every Two Notes Hardware Customer Two notes Audio Engineering has raised the bar
FROM VINTAGE PURISTS TO DOWN-TUNED STRUMMERS, FENDER’S MID-YEAR DROP LEAVES NO PLAYER BEHIND
Greg Phillips
June 19, 2026
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) continues its landmark anniversary year with the announcement of its summer and fall product collection, spanning new electric guitars, acoustic instruments,
NEW EPIPHONE INSPIRED BY GIBSON CUSTOM ADDITIONS
Greg Phillips
June 17, 2026
Fresh new finish options for some of your favourite Inspired by Gibson Custom models. Authentic vintage-style performance, built for today’s players These new guitars in the
ORANGE LAUNCHES ED SHEERAN OUTLOWD ES SERIES
Greg Phillips
June 17, 2026
Ed Sheeran stands as one of the world’s most recognisable singer-songwriters, a global pop superstar whose musical journey began long before stadium tours and streaming algorithms.
SEYMOUR DUNCAN PHILIP SAYCE ‘BIG DADDY’ STRAT PICKUP SET
Greg Phillips
June 17, 2026
Philip Sayce and Seymour Duncan have teamed up to recreate the sound of his treasured vintage Strat – Big Daddy. Fine-tuned in the Custom Shop to
AUDIO-TECHNICA UNVEILS LIMITED EDITION HEADPHONES INSPIRED BY ICONIC GUITAR CRAFTSMANSHIP
Greg Phillips
June 16, 2026
Audio-Technica unveils its latest wooden audiophile product: the ATH-WP900SE. These over-ear headphones are designed to accurately reproduce the sound of string instruments, with a clear emphasis
CHARVEL BRINGS USA-MADE CRAFTSMANSHIP TO THE AMERICAN NEO-CLASSIC SAN DIMAS SERIES
Greg Phillips
June 11, 2026
Charvel today debuts two timeless guitars crafted in the USA: the American Neo-Classic™ San Dimas® Style 1 SD1 HH FR MPL and the American Neo-Classic™ San Dimas® SD1 HH HT MPL. Rooted
NEW EPIPHONE ALEX LIFESON ES-355
Greg Phillips
June 10, 2026
Alex Lifeson pushed the boundaries of progressive rock with fearless creativity and masterful control. At the heart of that sound was his iconic 1976 Gibson ES‑355.
INTRODUCING FENDER STUDIO PRO 8.1: KEEPING ARTISTS AT THE CORE OF THE CREATIVE PROCESS
Greg Phillips
June 10, 2026
Today, Fender Studio announces the latest update to its award-winning DAW, Fender Studio Pro 8. Evolving the DAW with modern tools, this release adds an in-DAW Studio Assistant that
NEW GIBSON VICTORY FLOYD ROSE
Greg Phillips
June 9, 2026
Following the reintroduction of the Victory series, modern players and fans consistently asked for one key addition: a Floyd Rose. Introducing the Victory Floyd Rose, the
CHESTER THOMPSON RETURNS HOME TO SONOR
Greg Phillips
June 9, 2026
Many famous drummers have realised their dream gig, crafted a career, and enjoyed a piece of the spotlight. They should all be celebrated accordingly. In putting
POSITIVE GRID ANNOUNCES THE REACTOR INTELLIGENT GUITAR AMPLIFIER
Greg Phillips
June 4, 2026
Positive Grid announces the REACTOR Intelligent Guitar Amplifier, a 1×12” electric guitar combo amplifier (50W and 100W models) with a new approach to amplification that builds
FENDER LAUNCHES NEW FIRMWARE UPDATE FOR TONE MASTER PRO
Greg Phillips
June 4, 2026
Today, Fender launches a brand new firmware update for its best-selling multi-effects guitar processor, the Tone Master Pro. The new update introduces 8 new amplifier models, 8 additional cabinet
NEW EPIPHONE HUMMINGBIRD TRIBUTE
Greg Phillips
June 3, 2026
Make your mark with the Epiphone Hummingbird Tribute, an inspiring acoustic guitar that captures the essence of a legend for musicians everywhere Drawing from the heritage
DW UNVEILS ALL-NEW 9000X SERIES HARDWARE
Greg Phillips
June 2, 2026
Drum Workshop, Inc. (DW) has re-imagined their flagship, industry-standard 9000 series drum hardware. The 9000X Series is the most advanced complete line of stands in the company’s nearly 55-year history.
SEYMOUR DUNCAN FLUFF SIGNATURE PICKUPS
Greg Phillips
May 28, 2026
When Ryan ‘Fluff’ Bruce set out to build his perfect pickup, he started with two of his favourite Seymour Duncan humbuckers: the JB Model and the
NEW XVIVE M5D DUAL WIRELESS MICROPHONES
Greg Phillips
May 28, 2026
The M5D DUAL Wireless Microphone System delivers the signature wireless freedom and clear, detailed vocal performance of the M5 series, now expanded into a dual-channel system
MESA/BOOGIE LAUNCHES “WHAT MAKES A BOOGIE”—NEW SERIES HONOURING THE HEART, HISTORY, AND CRAFT BEHIND THE GROUNDBREAKING AMPLIFIER MAKER’S LEGENDARY TONE
Greg Phillips
May 27, 2026
MESA/Boogie has announced the launch of “What Makes a Boogie,” a brand-new multi‑episode video campaign that explores the story, spirit, and craftsmanship behind one of the
ROB MESTRIC: MESTRIC GUITARS 2026 INTERVIEW
Greg Phillips
May 25, 2026
Australian luthier Rob Mestric joined Australian Musician’s Greg Phillips to discuss the launch of Mestric Guitars, his philosophy behind aged electric guitars, and the journey
GUITAR INDUSTRY COMING TO TERMS WITH IMPLICATIONS OF FENDER’S STRAT DESIGN COURT WIN
Greg Phillips
May 20, 2026
The recent legal win in March by Fender on Stratocaster shape copies signals a potentially major shift for boutique guitar builders, aftermarket manufacturers and offshore copy
MARSHALL LAUNCHES MILTON A.N.C. ON-EAR HEADPHONES WITH ADAPTIVE NOISE CANCELLING AND 80-HOUR PLAYTIME
Greg Phillips
May 20, 2026
Marshall unveils Milton A.N.C., a new wireless on-ear headphone combining portability with long-lasting performance. Featuring 50+ hours of playtime with adaptive noise cancelling and 80 hours
FENDER COMMEMORATES 75 YEARS OF THE PRECISION BASS – THE GENRE-DEFYING INSTRUMENT THAT IGNITED MODERN STAGES
Greg Phillips
May 19, 2026
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) celebrates the 75th Anniversary of the Precision Bass, one of the most important and universally recognized bass guitars in both tone
LIMITED EDITION GENE KRUPA RADIO KING SNARE
Greg Phillips
May 19, 2026
Gene Krupa Radio King Snare, 6.5×14″. A collectible, limited edition snare for the drummer who put drums on the map. Inspired by an icon. The Slingerland
GRETSCH INTRODUCES THE ELECTROMATIC JET + CVT BARITONES
Greg Phillips
May 14, 2026
Gretsch brings us news today on the latest additions to the Gretsch Electromatic family: Electromatic Jet + CVT baritones bringing essential Gretsch power and fidelity at sub-sonic
ROLAND ANNOUNCES ZENOLOGY GX FOR IPAD
Greg Phillips
May 13, 2026
Roland announces ZENOLOGY GX for iPad, a fully-featured ZEN-Core software synthesizer designed for a touch-based interface, via the Apple App Store starting May 12. This robust musical
MARSHALL HONOURS JIMI HENDRIX WITH A COSMIC-INSPIRED 60TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION
Greg Phillips
May 13, 2026
Marshall announces the Marshall x Hendrix™ 60th Anniversary Collection, a limited-edition range celebrating 60 years since Jimi Hendrix first plugged into a Marshall amplifier. The collection
GIBSON NEW ES-335 50s & 60s
Greg Phillips
May 12, 2026
The ES‑335 is already one of the world’s most versatile guitars, and now these new models let you choose the cosmetic details that fit your style
JBL BANDBOX: A BRAND NEW, AI-POWERED AMP AND SPEAKER
Greg Phillips
May 12, 2026
JBL is redefining how musicians create music with the launch of JBL BandBox, an AI powered smart practice amp and portable speaker range designed for beginner and
SERATO DJ SUITE EXPANDS TO INCLUDE SERATO STUDIO
Greg Phillips
May 12, 2026
Serato, announced recently that Serato Studio will now be offered as part of DJ Suite, at no extra cost to new and existing users. Studio,
ROLAND FUTURE DESIGN LAB AND NEUTONE ADVANCE PROJECT LYDIA WITH PHASE 2
Greg Phillips
May 7, 2026
Roland Future Design Lab (Superbooth B023 & B026), the forward‑looking research division of Roland Corporation, and Tokyo-based AI music technology company Neutone today announced Project LYDIA Phase 2, a refined evolution
FENDER RELEASES GODZILLA DISTORTION PEDAL
Greg Phillips
May 6, 2026
Godzilla Distortion ($149.99 USD, £145 GBP, €169 EUR, $249 AUD, ¥16,500 JPY) Unleash sonic might as legendary as the King of Monsters himself with the Godzilla
VATER OFFICIALLY LAUNCH DOM FAMULARO’S PAD STICK
Greg Phillips
May 5, 2026
Vater is excited to now offer Dom Famularo’s highly sought-after Pad Stick as an official part of the Vater product line, available worldwide. Dom modeled the
UA ANNOUNCES UAD ENIGMATIC ‘82 OVERDRIVE SPECIAL AMP
Greg Phillips
May 4, 2026
Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools, is proud to introduce UAD Enigmatic ‘82 Overdrive Special Amp, a new native plug‑in that