L-Acoustics’ new L1 and CS1 line array speakers are here: “A genuine turning point in the live music industry”L-Acoustics, the France-based loudspeaker manufacturer, has introduced a powerful new line-array with two components: the L1 and the CS1. The L1 is the primary loudspeaker, and the CS1 is the cardioid subwoofer. Together, L-Acoustics says, they have broken “every performance benchmark” for large-format line sources.
The L1 and C1 line array, which has already toured with Bruno Mars, Harry Styles and Joker Xue, and is now a permanent fixture at the Hollywood Bowl, is built on L-Acoustics’ Progressive Ultra-Dense Line Source (PULS) technology,
The L1 has a significant concentration of transducers in each unit. There are two 18-inch low-cardioid (LC) transducers. These are mounted on the sides to push front energy while minimising the sound leaking from the rear. There are also four front-facing 15-inch low-frequency drivers, eight 8-inch mid-frequency drivers, and six coaxial 4-inch and 2.5-inch HF compression drivers.
This combination allows for immense volume, with each one reaching a maximum SPL of 160dB from 35Hz up to 20kHz. The CS1 extends the range down to 25Hz and provides 150dB of SPL. These numbers put the L1 at the top of its class based on size, kilogram, and square meter.
L-Acoustics L1 and CS1 line array at the Hollywood Bowl. Image: Press
“L1 represents the highest expression of power, bandwidth, and pattern control ever achieved in line array technology,” said Germain Simon, Director of Product Management, Loudspeakers at L-Acoustics. “We have broken every performance benchmark we set for large-format line source. L1 is a genuine turning point for the industry.”
The L1 and CS1 were also designed to manage low-frequency spill, also commonly known as sound bleed, which can be a real buzzkill at festivals. The side-mounted transducers emit 18 dB of sound within the 20-250 Hz range and 26 dB of sound below 80 Hz directly backward, keeping the majority front-facing in the audience.
Furthermore, within L-Acoustics Soundvision software, engineers can model speaker configurations to guide the sound to the ideal dimensions of the venue. This includes low-frequency beams and horizontal directivity.
Lastly, L-Acoustics refined the logistics of the L1 and CS1 to make transport and setup much simpler. Far fewer L1 loudspeakers are needed to deliver the power of the previous K1 models, which makes for fewer rigs, lifts, cables, and space taken up in trucks moving equipment to and from events.
For more information, head to L-Acoustics.
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Google Flow Music announces its first dedicated mobile appGoogle has shared a series of updates for its AI-powered music studio, Google Flow Music. On top of new creative functions, Google Flow Music will receive its first dedicated mobile app. It’s currently available on iOS with Android coming soon, and will be restricted to users 18-and-up. Google Flow, the AI platform focused on visual content, is receiving its own app as well.
Google said of the apps: “While the web versions remain the go-to platforms for access to all capabilities and features, the mobile apps provide flexibility to create on the go.” It was not made clear which features will be available on mobile as compared to the desktop version.

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In terms of the other new features for desktop, Google Flow Music will now allow for greater editing options, covering songs, and making music videos. For editing, the program has the ability to edit individual sections without altering the rest of the song. Select certain lyrics or beats and use prompts to update them within the larger piece of work.
The cover song function is simple and not too far from Suno’s cover song function. Once a song has been made within Google Flow Music, the cover function can convert it into different styles while still maintaining core elements such as lyrics and melodies.
To make music videos for songs in Google Flow Music, users will communicate with the AI model Gemini Omni, which essentially acts as a creative agent. Feed the song into Gemini Omni with instructions for the desired type of video, and it will take your direction to create the final product.
“Millions of creatives across a wide range of disciplines have brought their ideas to life using Google Flow and Google Flow Music in the last year,” Google writes in the press release. “We can’t wait to see what gets created with these new capabilities in creatives’ hands.”
For more information, head to Google’s blog post.
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SoliderSound releases Go-Splitter, a FREE stem separation app for macOS and Windows
From developer SoliderSound comes Go-Splitter, a free stem separation app for macOS and Windows. We’ve had a few stem separation tools come along over the last handful of years, especially since terms like neural networks have become a regular feature of conversations about audio software. Since LALAL.AI in 2021, we’ve had more recent additions, like [...]
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SLM Audio releases Gleo, a FREE dystopian-themed virtual instrument
Developer SLM Audio has released Gleo, a free dystopian-themed virtual instrument for macOS and Windows. Some of you may remember a plugin called Gait Runner from earlier this year. It was something a little different because it came with a distinct backstory all the way from the planet Symphagos. I mention it here because SLM [...]
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Behringer leaks more than a dozen unreleased synths, drum machines and controllers on websiteA website overhaul at Behringer has accidentally revealed more than a dozen unreleased instruments – including synths, drum machines and controllers – before the pages were swiftly removed.
The leaks appeared briefly during what seems to be an ongoing redesign of Behringer’s website, with eagle-eyed users spotting multiple placeholder product pages for gear that has yet to be officially announced.
Although the pages have since been taken down, they’ve already been immortalised by the synth community, with screenshots surfacing on Reddit and circulating online.

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Among the most notable finds was the VCX 3 – Behringer’s long-teased replica of the classic EMS VCS 3. The project has been in development for years, with the company confirming in late 2023 that it had entered beta testing. After a long period of silence, its reappearance suggests it may still be moving forward, alongside the similarly EMS-inspired AKS Mini.
Drum machine fans also had plenty to dig into. Listings suggested a new sampler inspired by the legendary E-mu SP-1200, seemingly featuring 12-bit and 24-bit sampling with analogue filters. If accurate, it would join Behringer’s growing lineup of retro-flavoured rhythm machines, following releases like the LM Drum and BMX.
Another unannounced unit, the RD-765, was also spotted. The leaked description refers to it as a “classic hybrid sampling drum machine with XX drum sounds, sample recording, 64 steps”. Early speculation suggests a hybrid drum machine drawing inspiration from the TR-707, TR-626 and TR-505, but nothing has been confirmed.
Elsewhere, a Korg Mini-Pops 7 clone also appears close to release, after being first teased by Behringer in 2024.
One of the more eye-catching placeholders was the VS-80, widely assumed to be the company’s take on the legendary Yamaha CS-80. If accurate, its appearance would suggest the flagship analogue polysynth is edging closer to reality, alongside the long-gestating 1601 Sequencer, a Eurorack clone of the ARP 1601 first announced back in 2021.
The leak also turned up a cluster of new controller and keyboard listings. Among them is the long-requested BCR32 – a modern successor to the much-loved BCR2000 – alongside an APC40-style grid controller reportedly called the AQ64.
Other entries included a possible replacement for the SWING sequencer, dubbed JAM (plus a version called JAM PLAY featuring onboard sounds), the Polykeys PK61 – a 61-key USB MIDI controller keyboard with polyphonic aftertouch – and the QT32, a 32-key compact keyboard featuring eight drum pads, 12 assignable controls, and a four-axis joystick.
As ever with Behringer, it’s unclear whether the leak was a genuine mistake or simply an unusually messy teaser campaign. Either way, it suggests a packed pipeline of synths and controllers that may be closer to launch than expected.
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Viiri Audio releases Aava creative convolution plugin with intro offer
Viiri Audio has released Aava, a creative convolution processor for macOS, Windows, and Linux. Convolution plugins usually make me think of realistic spaces, speaker cabinets, springs, plates, and other practical IR-based effects. But the thing with IRs is that, once captured, they remain static. Aava takes a more experimental route by treating impulse responses as [...]
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Mighty Synth Sampler is a FREE synth and sampler for Apple Devices
Moby Pixel has released Mighty Synth Sampler, a free synth and sampler app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It is an app that lets you turn any sound into a playable instrument. This is possible with other workflows, of course, but Mighty Synth Sampler was designed to save a great deal of time. I keep [...]
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Musk’s xAI is being sued over its data center generators. Now, it’s buying $2.8B more.Elon Muks's xAI said it will buy $2.8 billion worth of natural gas turbines over the next three years, according to SpaceX's IPO filing.

Ten of the Best Queen Latifah SongsContinuing the theme from our recent Phil Collins list, we're looking at ten of the best songs from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 "Musical Influence" inductee Queen Latifah. Rock or hip-hop? Who gives a crap--she's awesome!

"Mama Gave Birth to the Soul Children" (featuring De La Soul)

From All Hail the Queen (1989)

"Evil That Men Do" (featuring KRS-One)

From All Hail the Queen (1989)

"Nuff of the Ruff Stuff"

From Nature of a Sista' (1991)

"Bad As A Mutha"

From Nature of a Sista' (1991)

"Just Another Day"

From Black Reign (1993)

"Bananas (Who You Gonna Call?)" (featuring Apache)

From Order in the Court (1998)

"It's Alright" (featuring Faith Evans and Lil' Mo)

From Order in the Court (1998)

"I Put a Spell On You"

From The Dana Owens Album (2004)

"How Long (Betcha' Got a Chick On the Side)"

From Trav'lin' Light (2007)

"Fast Car" (featuring Missy Elliott)

From Persona (2009)

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SEC’s ‘Crypto Mom’ to join law school, signaling end of time at regulatorHester Peirce will become an associate professor at a Virginia law school some 18 months after her term at the SEC expired, leaving another empty seat in the agency’s leadership.

A DIY 3D Printing Filament DryerIn a recent video [Saša Karanović] revisits the DIY filament dryer that he gave a shot a couple of years ago. Back then he reused an existing filament dryer, adding a custom controller and such to improve its performance. This technically-not-fully-DIY dryer got some feedback since then, and thus the V2 version is an example of how to better DIY such a dryer, including a custom PCB and a GitHub project for all the details.
Those who just want to dive into the documentation for assembly and the BOM can look at the available documentation. At its core the whole assembly consists of some kind of container like the shown 5L food storage type, along with an SHT30 temperature and humidity sensor and 100K NTC temperature sensor. These connect to the controller board which then switches on or off the 12V polymide resistive heater.
One thing that could be improved here is that the saturated warm air has nowhere to go. This is a common issue with filament dryers and why it’s recommended with even commercial filament dryers like the common Sunlu types to leave them slightly ajar so that the moist air can be replaced with cooler air that can much more readily absorb moisture.

How to make a sampler instrument: Setup and techniques
Expert film composer and educator Dave Kropf walks through how to make a sampler instrument from scratch that's both powerful and intuitive.

Sony Music Publishing promotes ZaZa Kazadi to Senior Director, A&R, UK & EuropeThe promotion will see Kazadi focus on Hip Hop, Rap, R&B and Afro genres.
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Arturia update the KeyLab Mk3 With the launch of its 1.5 firmware, the KeyLab Mk3 family gains a number of enhancements that promise to offer a smoother, clearer and more controller-led experience.