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.
Elevate your mixing workflow with the SSL autoSeries Bundle, a powerhouse collection of Solid State Logic’s most intuitive processors. Featuring the acclaimed Vocalstrip 2 and Drumstrip, this bundle provides the essential tools to achieve professional-grade clarity and punch with legendary SSL sonic character.
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.
