Oceans rise, empires fall, yadda yadda yadda, but no matter the remorseless churn of constant change the budget-conscious guitar player can always count on Harley Benton to deliver the goods, year on year, and the German gear giant has started 2026 with intent.
Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today that it has entered into an ambassador partnership with professional skateboarder Yuto Horigome. Through this partnership, Casio will support Horigome and seek to raise awareness and increase users of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches around the world. Since taking up skateboarding at the age of six, Horigome has built an outstanding competitive record, including numerous victories at major events.
NAMM 2026: It’s been long-rumoured (mildly leaked) and giddily anticipated for years, and today every sound design-minded synthesist’s prayers were finally answered as Ashun Sound Machines’ Leviasynth finally washed ashore to dwarf its (brilliant, we might add) digital wavetable polysynth predecessor, the Hydrasynth in terms of size, breadth and creative potential.
For Apple, the launch of its Creator Studio bundle earlier this week was a pretty big deal. This new subscription package brings together Final Cut Pro
Taylor has unveiled the Next Generation of its flagship Grand Auditorium acoustic guitars, taking the opportunity to also expand the “heritage-inspired” Gold Label range
The Presage collection has long been a showcase of Japanese artistry and Seiko’s mastery of mechanical watchmaking, with truly unique timepieces featuring dials crafted in enamel, urushi lacquer, Shippo enamel, and Arita porcelain. Today, Seiko introduces a new creation in the Presage Classic Series with an enamel dial
Roland has unveiled two new models in its Kiyola line of “artisan” digital pianos, a collaboration with respected Japanese wood furniture manufacturers Karimoku inaugurated in 2015 with the KF-10. Inspired by “wa”, the Japanese concept of harmony, the KF-20 and KF-25 are sleek and stylish pianos designed with an emphasis on aesthetics.
If you find yourself with some time on your hands this festive season, we can think of no better way to while away the hours than throwing some gnarly breaks into your DAW and banging out some hardcore jungle while Grandma roasts the turkey. There are plenty of software tools available designed specifically to help you do just that
Back in 2023, Argentinian developers Martin Grieco and Rocío Gal shared a video showcasing a pastel-coloured prototype instrument named Nopia. That video went astronomically and unexpectedly viral, racking up almost 3m views in just over a week.
Since debuting in the opening of the 1964 film The Pink Panther, this beloved character has captured hearts around the world. Cool yet curious, mischievous, and full of charm, the Pink Panther has brought smiles to generations. A new Seiko 5 Sports model embodies the Pink Panther’s bold and playful spirit with a design that brightens everyday life and brings a sense of excitement and fun to those who wear it.
