This week’s music production news highlights the latest gear, software updates, and industry events, with a focus on NAMM 2026 and creative tools for producers.
Bring the legendary sound of Harrison's analog heritage into your DAW with the 32Classic Channel Strip. This comprehensive plugin emulates the iconic Harrison 32Classic console, featuring a musical four-band parametric EQ, famous ultra-wide filters, and a versatile dynamics section with three compression modes. With the addition of a Jensen transformer-modeled "Drive" control for warm harmonic saturation, it provides the same professional workflow and sonic character used on some of the world's most influential records.
Universal Audio demonstrates how to polish demo vocals using only UAD Spark plugins, offering an annual subscription for $99. Source: Universal Audio.
Celemony shares highlights from day one at NAMM 2026, discussing Tonalic in modern production workflows. Source: Celemony.
Baby Audio releases Tekno v1.1 with Choke Groups for more realistic drum kit behavior and sound design. Source: Baby Audio.
MNTRA Instruments showcases MNDALA 2’s speed, with a track created in under 30 minutes using Tenebrae and Galactron. Source: MNTRA Instruments.
Native Instruments promotes LCO Producer Strings volume 2, emphasizing their 25-year history in music innovation. Source: Native Instruments.
Mastering The Mix offers a video tutorial on common vocal mixing issues and a repeatable EQ formula for professional results. Source: Mastering The Mix.
Klevgrand teases new innovations ahead of NAMM 2026, hinting at work-in-progress projects. Source: Klevgrand.
KLANG:technologies reports a successful first day at NAMM, showcasing KLANG:1 and KLANG:1pro at their booth. Source: KLANG:technologies.
Kilohearts highlights the Sample Editor in Phase Plant for streamlined audio editing and creative workflows. Source: Kilohearts.
Solid State Logic introduces ORIGIN EVO, an all-analogue in-line console inspired by the SSL 4000 Series for modern hybrid studios. Source: Solid State Logic.
Overall, this roundup reflects a vibrant music tech landscape with advancements in both hardware and software, from analogue consoles to AI-assisted plugins, all aimed at enhancing creativity and efficiency for producers of all levels.
