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UPDATED September 2013: This will help you find the best USB audio interface for your current setup with the top adapters from various price ranges and sizes.

Native Instruments introduces updated versions of the 4-channel Traktor Kontrol S4 and the 2-channel Traktor Kontrol S2.

The Voco-Loco is a preamp and effects loop pedal that will let instrumentalists and vocalists integrate guitar effects pedals into their signal path.

Electronic musician 'Four Tet', AKA Kieran Hebden, appears in this short documentary film where he discusses his approach to making music.

DigiTech announces the availability of the Vocalist Live FX, featuring over 65 studio quality vocal effects and Live Adapt technology.

The Vintage Dry ADpak from XLN Audio is now available, featuring authentic '70s era drum samples for Addictive Drums.

Mackie welcomes the SRM1850 subwoofer and two powered loudspeakers, the SRM550 and SRM650.

Pioneer introduces the S-DJ X Series of active monitor speakers especially designed for DJs who mix dance music.

Native Instruments releases the upgraded version of Traktor Kontrol X1, adding touch sensitivity and other new features.

Todd, Michael & James, Inc (TMJ) updates Song Surgeon to version 4, now with more features and format preservation.

Two new DJ controllers optimized for the Virtual DJ software are now available from Gemini - the G2V and G4V.

Apple announces the availability of the new Logic Pro X, with improved 64-bit architecture, new features and a new look.

Yamaha expands their Portable Grand series with the DGX-650, an 88-key digital piano with learning and accompaniment features.

Hercules unveils the new DJ Monitor 5, two powered 5" speakers designed and tweaked for monitoring DJ mixes.

Here are the best MIDI keyboards available today, chosen for their responsive keys, quick DAW integration and impressive control/feature set.

Behringer announces the availability of their new full featured portable DJ controller - CMD Micro DJ.

Korg welcomes the Pa900 Arranger Keyboard, a powerful music arrangement tool that features Defined Nuance Control technology.

Ueberschall introduces Acoustic Guitar, their latest instrument series collection featuring 464 acoustic guitar loops.

ART Auto-Tune Pre is a compact microphone tube preamp with built-in Antares Auto-Tune processing.

Pro Tools 11 is now available, the latest update to Avid's popular DAW, featuring an upgraded audio engine.

3PLET is offering an alternative method of getting your album distributed online, by turning them into mobile apps.

K-Array introduces the Anakonda KAN200, a flexible and foldable passive loudspeaker that comes in the shape of a snake.

Native Instruments introduce a new compact DJ mixer and iOS audio interface - Traktor Kontrol Z1.

Pioneer introduces the XDJ-R1, an all-in-one DJ system that you can control via your iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch.

"Concepts and Philosophies: A Comprehensive Approach For The Development of Drum Technique" is a new double DVD from Bruce Becker.

Novation Bass Station II is now available, an upgraded version of their popular analog mono-synth with modernized features.

Sennheiser joins the "David Bowie Is" exhibit and releases the Special Edition Momentum headphones.

After 20 years of absence, Amadeus Audio brings back the updated version of its UDX passive loudspeakers.

Drop The Beat is a full featured electronic drum kit in the form of a wearable vest, a cool mobile instrument for drummers.

Focusrite announces the coming of the new Scarlett 18i8 audio interface, featuring four Focusrite preamps and ADAT expansion.