# tips & tricks (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover tips & tricks. Page: Feed: --- ## [At last, a Pink Trombone Plugin! Free Plugins of the Week](https://www.gearnews.com/pink-trombone-plugin-free/) _2026-08-23 · Lasse Eilers · gearnews.com_ Steve Duda of Serum fame grants all fans of the legendary Pink Trombone a wish: the viral speech synthesizer is now available as a free plugin! The post At last, a Pink Trombone Plugin! Free Plugins of the Week appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Sweet Child O’ Mine: Why Every Guitarist Should Learn It](https://www.gearnews.com/sweet-child-o-mine-every-guitarist-should-learn/) _2026-08-22 · George Loveridge · gearnews.com_ Sweet Child O' Mine could be the ultimate guitarist's song because every section teaches something to all playing abilities. Prove me wrong. The post Sweet Child O’ Mine: Why Every Guitarist Should Learn It appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Deals of the Week: Gibson Signature Deals, Slash, Adam Jones & More](https://www.gearnews.com/deals-of-the-week-gibson-signature-deals/) _2026-08-22 · Jef · gearnews.com_ Save big on Gibson USA Signature Models at Thomann this week, with up to 26% off! The post Deals of the Week: Gibson Signature Deals, Slash, Adam Jones & More appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Pittsburgh Modular Lifeforms SV-1 Mini: The Gorgeous Synth Is Reborn](https://www.gearnews.com/pittsburgh-modular-lifeforms-sv-1-mini-synth/) _2026-08-21 · Adam Douglas · gearnews.com_ Pittsburgh Modular is bringing back its classic desktop analog synth. Say hello to the Lifeforms SV-1 Mini! The post Pittsburgh Modular Lifeforms SV-1 Mini: The Gorgeous Synth Is Reborn appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [5 of the Best Pedals For Synths](https://www.gearnews.com/best-pedals-for-synths/) _2026-08-21 · Adam Douglas · gearnews.com_ Take your synthesizer sounds to new heights with the 5 best pedals for synths, including offerings from Behringer, Zoom, and Eventide. The post 5 of the Best Pedals For Synths appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Best Boss Katana Amps for Practice, Recording and Gigs](https://www.gearnews.com/best-boss-katana-amps-for-practice-recording-gigs/) _2026-08-21 · George Loveridge · gearnews.com_ The best Boss Katana should be right for you. Check out our guide on the impressive range to see which is best for your needs. The post Best Boss Katana Amps for Practice, Recording and Gigs appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Apple Music Finally to Label AI-Generated Songs With “Made With AI” Tag by Late 2026](https://www.gearnews.com/apple-music-to-label-ai-generated-songs-tech/) _2026-08-21 · Marcus Schmahl · gearnews.com_ Apple Music is (soon) rolling out a mandatory "Made With AI" label. Over a third of uploads are already fully AI-generated, but barely getting listened to. The post Apple Music Finally to Label AI-Generated Songs With “Made With AI” Tag by Late 2026 appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Haken Audio Slim21 Continuum: Now Available!](https://www.gearnews.com/haken-audio-slim21-continuum-synth/) _2026-08-21 · Adam Douglas · gearnews.com_ After a long wait, the much-anticipated Haken Audio Slim21 Continuum is now in retail stores. The post Haken Audio Slim21 Continuum: Now Available! appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Amsterdam Dance Event 2026: 30 Years of ADE, the Highlight of the Electronic Music Scene!](https://www.gearnews.com/amsterdam-dance-event-dj-tech-gear/) _2026-08-21 · Marcus Schmahl · gearnews.com_ Amsterdam Dance Event 2026 celebrates its 30th anniversary with Jean-Michel Jarre as guest of honor, over 2,500 artists, and 200+ venues. Everything on ADE! The post Amsterdam Dance Event 2026: 30 Years of ADE, the Highlight of the Electronic Music Scene! appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Sound Design with Plugins: 3 Tools for New Sounds + Free Alternatives – Perfect Match!](https://www.gearnews.com/sound-design-with-plugins-perfect-match/) _2026-08-21 · Marcus Schmahl · gearnews.com_ Sound design with plugins is where the real magic happens. We show you three tools for shaping new sounds, plus a free alternative for each one. The post Sound Design with Plugins: 3 Tools for New Sounds + Free Alternatives – Perfect Match! appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ewSwwkiKFc9u) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [Workflow Tools That Make Music Production Faster](https://www.gearnews.com/workflow-tools-studio/) _2026-08-20 · Stefan Wyeth · gearnews.com_ When it comes to recording and mixing, there are areas that tend to become cluttered over time. Here is a selection of workflow tools to streamline your system. The post Workflow Tools That Make Music Production Faster appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Plaits Palette, Auduina and an Editor for your Typhon: Synth Journal](https://www.gearnews.com/plaits-palette-synth-journal/) _2026-08-20 · Lasse Eilers · gearnews.com_ Plaits Palette is a handy web app that lets you build your own custom firmware for Mutable Instruments Plaits! Check it out in this week’s Synth Journal. The post Plaits Palette, Auduina and an Editor for your Typhon: Synth Journal appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Gretsch 1958 Custom Guitars: Limited Edition Penguin with String-Thru Bridge!](https://www.gearnews.com/gretsch-1958-custom-guitars/) _2026-08-20 · Julian Schmauch · gearnews.com_ The new Limited Edition Penguin from Gretsch 1958 Custom Guitars comes in a new color and features a string-through bridge. The post Gretsch 1958 Custom Guitars: Limited Edition Penguin with String-Thru Bridge! appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Abyss II: Dawesome’s New Synth Wants You to Stop Thinking Like an Engineer](https://www.gearnews.com/abyss-ii-dawesome-tracktion-synths/) _2026-08-20 · Marcus Schmahl · gearnews.com_ Dawesome's Abyss II drops the oscillator menus entirely, letting you shape sound through tone colors and taste instead of synthesis theory. The post Abyss II: Dawesome’s New Synth Wants You to Stop Thinking Like an Engineer appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Beats 360 Headphones Leak: An Exciting New Range](https://www.gearnews.com/beats-360-tech/) _2026-08-20 · Stefan Wyeth · gearnews.com_ Is Apple going to announce the new Beats 360 headphones soon? Leaked images have surfaced online that lead us to believe so. Here's the scoop. The post Beats 360 Headphones Leak: An Exciting New Range appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Charvel Pro-Mod Plus DK24: Revised Shred Weapons!](https://www.gearnews.com/charvel-pro-mod-plus-dk24-revised-shred-weapons/) _2026-08-20 · George Loveridge · gearnews.com_ Looking for fast playing and max comfort? Look no further than the new Charvel Pro-Mod Plus DK24 models. With modern features, they're perfect for fast fingers. The post Charvel Pro-Mod Plus DK24: Revised Shred Weapons! appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Yamaha PSR-SX620: New Features and a Fresh Design for the Midrange Arranger Workstation](https://www.gearnews.com/yamaha-psr-sx620-keyboard/) _2026-08-20 · Lasse Eilers · gearnews.com_ The new Yamaha PSR-SX620 sports a completely new design and offers many features of the bigger siblings in a streamlined, more affordable package. The post Yamaha PSR-SX620: New Features and a Fresh Design for the Midrange Arranger Workstation appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [macOS 27 Golden Gate: Apple’s New Operating System Officially Ends the Intel Mac Era](https://www.gearnews.com/macos-27-golden-gate-apple-tech/) _2026-08-20 · Marcus Schmahl · gearnews.com_ macOS 27 Golden Gate brings Siri AI and better performance, but kills off Intel Mac support entirely. Here's what that means for your studio. The post macOS 27 Golden Gate: Apple’s New Operating System Officially Ends the Intel Mac Era appeared first on gearnews.com . ## [Back2School 2026: Your First Drum Set for Playing in a Band and Practicing at Home](https://www.gearnews.com/back2school-first-drum-set-drums/) _2026-08-20 · Julian Schmauch · gearnews.com_ Now is the time to get your first drum set! Acoustic and electronic drum sets for beginners, for those starting their first band: check them out! The post Back2School 2026: Your First Drum Set for Playing in a Band and Practicing at Home appeared first on gearnews.com .