Ludwig Drum Co. has announced the new Black Magic Snare Drums, a new series designed using a classic formula but adapted to provide modern, aggressive tones while favouring volume, tonal clarity and snare response.

Maxon has announced two new models of tube-based overdrive pedals, the TOD9 True Tube Overdrive and TBO9 True Tube Booster/Overdrive.

Stage Ninja releases the new Scorpion Series mic clips. The SMS-12-CB is an industrial-rubber clamp that completely eliminates the use for lead-based mic stands for live sound and recording.

KRK Systems, manufacturer of powered recording monitors, launched the second generation of their Rokit monitor. The second generation Rokit incorporates several technologies from the company's flagship VXT and E8B lines, including radically radiused edges along the front of the cabinet. The new Rokits replace the current Rokit 5", 6" and 8" models.

Gretsch Unveils Catalina Club Mod In G-Tube Graphic Finish.

All SampleRobot and WaveRobot products are now available in version 3.01.

Native Instruments has released TRAKTOR 3.4 and TRAKTOR SCRATCH 1.3.

SKB Corporation expands its popular Softcase line with six new models for acoustic and electric guitars as well as electric basses.