LANG Electronics’ P.LANE Type 436 revives a classic compressor used by The BeatlesLANG Electronics of Heritage Audio has launched the P.LANE Type 436 all tube vari-mu compressor, a modern take on the modified ALTEC 436C behind “the fresh and furious British Invasion sound that conquered the world in the ‘60s”.
Described as one of the most mysterious vari-mu (variable gain) compressors of all time, the modded ALTEC 436C was notably used on recordings by The Beatles, and has gone on to be used across contemporary pop, rock, hip-hop, EDM, and more. LANG’s revival is a two rack unit that encompasses all development stages of the original.

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The P.LANE Type 436 covers all stages of the ALTEC 436’s life, including the “simple yet extremely effective” model 436C to the more evolved ‘London Mod’, with six selectable constants and hold positions for each, keeping the source signal compressed to the most recently processed peak level.
The design hosts three tubes to match the original – a NOS 6H5P, a JJ E88CC, and a NOS 6AL5 – plus custom-made input and output LANG Electronics transformers designed by Heritage Audio. It also includes a SuperFast (S.F.) setting not found on the vintage 436C that adapts this compressor to the modern needs of studio recording.
It offers controls for Attack (selectable, stepped – six settings) and Recovery (selectable, stepped – six settings, plus Hold), all within a sturdy steel rack-mount chassis hosting a worldwide internal power supply. Check out the videos below for more information:

Earlier this year, Heritage Audio and LANG Electronics revealed the LANG PEQ-2 plugin, emulating the Lang PEQ-2 program equaliser (also from the ‘60s), which was reissued in 2023.
Heritage has given several of its own hardware classics similar treatment in the past, recreating all of its Successor stereo bus compressor’s features as a plugin with new features. It also similarly transformed its Symph EQ, and its BritStrip console channel strip.
The LANG Electronics P.LANE Type 436 is available now for £799. You can find out more via Heritage Audio.
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My Forever Studio: Ellie Dixon is banned from CurrysEllie Dixon is a self-producing artist who, despite amassing millions of streams, continues to make her sample-heavy songs in her bedroom. In this episode of My Forever Studio, brought to you in partnership with Audient, find out how lockdown fuelled Ellie’s TikTok success, hear how her song Swing became a demo track in Logic Pro 11, and be challenged to raid your kitchen for samples.
Ellie has built a massive following from her home studio, with 1.2 million TikTok fans, 18 million music streams, and a TikTok Songwriter of the Year nomination under her belt, all thanks to her mastery of DIY music production.
After releasing her EPs Crikey! It’s My Psyche and In Case Of Emergency, Ellie’s toured Europe, opened for Pentatonix and Sam Ryder, and played Glastonbury — and still records vocals under a duvet at home.
You can check out the full video, recorded at TYX London, below, or listen on your favourite podcasting platform.

Last week, Charlie Deakin Davies joined us in studio foreverdom to discuss their their go-to vocal chain, how they bounced back from a laptop disaster before Glasto, and the chaos of tracking two drummers at once. Also performing as Charlieeeee, fusing indie and drum ’n’ bass in a wild, high-octane live show with crowd interaction – and Beyblades — Charlie is truly a multi-faceted producer, becoming the youngest producer to get BBC Radio 2 airplay and has since worked with Fred Again, Laura Marling, and Gary Barlow.
The My Forever Studio podcast – created in partnership with Audient – sees artists, producers, and engineers create their dream fantasy Forever Studio, wherever they want in the universe. However, hosts Chris Barker and Will Betts impose some strict rules in the Forever Studio. Our guests are permitted a limited number of items in their creative space, so they must choose carefully. There will be nostalgia. There will be anecdotes. There may be gags. But there will be no bundles!
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Artifacts and Oddities from the Jim Irsay CollectionWe're certainly not a sports website, but the owner of the Indianapolis Colts, Jim Irsay, had a passion for collecting guitars, artifacts, and objects of pop culture fascination. Irsay died on May 21, 2025, but left behind a collection of pretty incredible pieces of history. AllMusic looks at some notable items in the collection.

Dubai launches first licensed tokenized real estate project in MENA regionDubai has launched the first licensed tokenized real estate project in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, previewing appetite for real-world tokenization in one of the world’s burgeoning crypto hubs.Partners in the project include the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, and the Dubai Future Foundation, according to an announcement from the Dubai government. The tokens will be tradeable on the newly launched “Prypco Mint” platform, with Zand Digital Bank appointed as the bank for the project’s pilot phase.On May 19, Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) updated its rules to include real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, allowing such tokens to be traded on secondary markets.Related: UAE saw 41% increase in crypto app downloads in 2024 — AppsFlyerThe project will allow individual investors to buy tokenized shares in “ready-to-own properties in Dubai,” with investments starting at 2,000 Emirate dirham ($545). During the pilot phase, all transactions will be carried out in the dirham (AED), with no cryptocurrency to be used. Although the pilot program will be limited to those with UAE ID holders, there are plans to expand it globally.In April, the DLD and VARA agreed to link Dubai’s real estate registry with the tokenization of property. The stated goal was to attract global investors and enhance liquidity in Dubai’s real estate market. The project was initially announced in March.A sought-after destination for crypto entrepreneurs, the United Arab Emirates is positioning itself as a crypto hub. In May, Dubai, an emirate within the country, partnered with Crypto.com to help facilitate crypto payments for government services.Related: Dubai crypto regulator grants VASP license to RWA-friendly L1 blockchainReal estate tokenization market may reach $19.4B by 2033Real estate is one of many areas of RWA tokenization that is poised for a breakthrough over the next few years. It fulfills some key promises of blockchain technology, providing liquidity to relatively illiquid assets and granting greater accessibility to retail investors.According to Custom Market Insights, the global real estate tokenization market is expected to reach a $19.4 billion market cap by 2033, growing at a compound annual rate of 21%. All three types of real estate — residential, commercial, and industrial — will play a role.Global real estate tokenization market over time. Source: Custom Market InsightsSome of the companies that specialize in tokenizing real estate include RealT and Metlabs. However, many others have struggled in their efforts, largely due to the complexities of navigating regulatory requirements.Magazine: TradFi is building Ethereum L2s to tokenize trillions in RWAs — Inside story

2025 Pet Hacks Contest: A Barrel Of Fun For Your DogIf you ask someone for a piece of received opinion about Bernese mountain dogs, the chances are that the tale of their carrying barrels of brandy round their necks for the revival of those lost in the snow. It’s a story of uncertain provenance and may indeed be a myth, but that hasn’t stopped [Saren Tasciyan] 3D printing one for their faithful hound. In its own way it too is a saviour, for as well as a small camera, it carries a supply of dog poop bags.
It’s a two part print, held together with strong magnets. Waterproofing is achieved using liberal quantities of hot glue. There’s a protrusion on one side designed to take an action camera for a dog’s-eye-view of the world. The files are downloadable, so your pooch can have one too if you like. We are wondering whether a couple of miniatures of brandy might just fit in there as well.
It’s is part of the 2025 Pet Hacks contest, so if this has whetted your appetite, expect more. If your dog carries around something you’ve made, how about making it an entry of your own?

Four VW execs found guilty in trial that transformed Europe’s auto marketFour former Volkswagen executives received prison sentences Monday for their role in the emissions-cheating scandal that fundamentally transformed Europe’s car market. The verdict, delivered after a three-year trial in Braunschweig, Germany, marked the latest chapter in a 10-year-long saga that reshaped the continent’s relationship with diesel technology. Jens Hadler, who oversaw diesel engine development, received […]

Moog Music MessengerMessenger is a new Moog monophonic analog keyboard synthesizer designed for the electronic musicians, producers, sound designers, sonic tinkerers, and analog dreamers of today and tomorrow. Engineered to open new portals of art and expression through sound, the instrument is ready to be a trusted creative companion for any musical genre or style—at any point in your synthesis journey. An Experimental Expression Engine If you're new to synthesis, welcome. You're exactly where you need to be. Messenger's intuitive layout with clearly labeled controls invites immediate hands-on exploration and encourages a deeper understanding of how to shape and sculpt sound. For experienced synthesists and sound designers, Messenger is packed full of innovative twists on beloved analog circuitry, blending the iconic, raw Moog sound with flexible, modern features designed for use on stage or in the studio. This synthesizer has two oscillators with wavefolding functionality, a sub-oscillator with continuously variable waveshapes, dual looping ADSR envelopes, 32 semi-weighted full-size keys with velocity and aftertouch, and the legendary Moog ladder filter augmented with resonance bass compensation, multiple filter slopes, and true multimode functionality. Messenger's 256 on-board presets allow for immediate saving and recall of your favorite sounds. An intuitive arpeggiator and expression/sustain pedal inputs make this an indispensable live tool, while its unique sequencer with probabilistic controls and Eurorack connectivity set Messenger up to be at the core of your studio or home setup. Craft soaring leads and deep, rumbling basses. Create delicately textured pads and flowing arpeggios. Build beats with custom kicks, snares, and toms. Explore dense drones and inharmonic metallics. Pay attention to how these sounds impact the way you hear the world around you. Endless Sonic Discoveries Await Timeless and Intuitive - Messenger builds on the DNA of Moog's most iconic and prolific monosynths—Minimoog Model D, Voyager, Grandmother, Subsequent 37—and puts a new spin on a familiar format with innovative circuits and timeless analog sound. A Legend Reborn - The legendary Moog transistor ladder filter gets some new tricks up its sleeve. A unique pole-mixing design allows the ladder filter to preserve bass frequencies as resonance is increased via the RES BASS switch while keeping its sonic legacy intact. Low-pass mode adds a 2-pole filter slope in addition to the classic Moog 4-pole low-pass filter slope. Inspiration at Your Fingertips - 32 full-size semi-weighted keys with velocity and aftertouch, a robust metal panel, 256 presets, and knob-per-function controls mean Messenger is endlessly playable and ready to bring to your next gig. Compositional Powerhouse - Effortlessly record sequences of up to 64 steps, integrate chance operations, and introduce random fluctuations and parameter recording. Experiment with a plethora of arpeggiator patterns and cascade notes into infinity. Sound Design and Modulation Playground - Two loopable ADSR envelopes, two LFOs, and expanded frequency and audio rate modulation options via Oscillator 2 provide a wealth of modulation options and deeper assignable possibilities. Comprehensive Connectivity - Messenger integrates seamlessly into any studio or live setup with six analog control voltage (CV) patch points, an external audio input to the filter, expression and sustain pedal inputs, and 5-pin DIN MIDI in/out as well as MIDI over USB-C. TYPE - Monophonic Analog Synthesizer SOUND ENGINE: Analog. NUMBER OF KEYS: 32. TYPE OF KEYS: Semi-Weighted with Velocity and Aftertouch. CONTROLLERS: Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, Velocity, Aftertouch. POLYPHONY: Monophonic. ANALOG SIGNAL PROCESSORS: 1x Voltage-Controlled Multimode Moog Transistor Ladder Filter with Selectable Resonance Compensation, 1x Voltage-Controlled Amplifier. ENVELOPES: 2x ADSR Loopable Envelopes. LFOS: 1x Selectable Waveshape LFO (LFO 1), 1x Triangle Wave LFO (LFO 2). PRESETS: 256 patches - 16 banks, 16 patches per bank. ARPEGGIATOR / SEQUENCER: 64 step sequence saveable per-patch. Audio INPUT: 1x 6.5mm TS. Audio OUTPUT: 1x 6.5mm TS, 1x 6.5mm TRS Headphone. MIDI I/O: DIN In, DIN Out, USB-C. CV/GATE CONNECTIONS: 6x 3.5mm TS - CV/Gate In, CV/Gate Out, Analog Clock In/Out. PEDAL INPUTS: Sustain, Expression (6.5mm TRS). WEIGHT: 4.95 kg / 10.91 lbs. DIMENSIONS: 58.50 width x 32.16 depth x 9.65 height (cm) 23.03 width x 12.66 depth x 3.80 height (inches). POWER: Included 12V DC (Center Positive) Power Supply, 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz. YouTube/klcu9t-pYKk Read More

Live Music News Roundup: Touring Costs, Ticket Resale & MoreThis live music news roundup includes topics like musicians turning down touring, a revealing NITO resale study, a UK solution to the indie venue struggle, and much more...
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Ticketing, Live Nation & TouringEpisode 251 of the Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE:
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Consistent Interruption releases Tumult, a FREE noisemaker plugin for Windows and Linux
Developer Consistent Interruption has released Tumult, a free noisemaker plugin for Windows and Linux. Adding noise externally (outside the instrument in use, and not as a side-effect of a particular FX chain) is something that many composers might underutilize. I know I’ve been guilty of making drastic changes at times rather than focusing on textural [...]
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Hit the Decks! It's Gojnea76Braila, Romania-born DJ and producer Gojnea76 started going to electronic music parties around 2005."By 2008 I got curious about DJing but I kept it lowkey, just for myself at first," he says. "Production came around 2010, and I naturally gravitated more toward that than DJing. Things started to get serious around 2018. I had been active before that and played at big clubs and festivals but I never saw it as a full-time thing. It was just something I loved doing. Since 2018 though, it all shifted, now it’s my fulltime job and focus."The artist describes his sound as "powerhouse.""I like blending the best of techno and house, they’re totally different moods, but together they just hit right,” he says.His latest release is "I

Analog Obsession releases FREE EDComp compressor plugin for Windows and macOS
Analog Obsession has released EDComp, a free and beginner-friendly compressor plugin for Windows and macOS. EDComp is a streamlined compressor featuring a fixed-threshold design with a variable ratio that ranges from 1:1 to 10:1. I think this is a great option for new producers as well as experienced producers who want to speed up their [...]
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MeldaProduction releases Analog Empire: Plucks and Keys (FREE until June 8)
Analog Empire: Plucks and Keys is a brand-new instrument for MSoundFactory, and it’s free until June 8, 2025. Once the introductory offer ends, Analog Empire: Plucks and Keys will be available at a regular price of £58. Any version of MSoundFactory (Full, LE, Free) is required to run Analog Empire: Plucks and Keys, and current [...]
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Synchron Special Brass from VSL Following on from the recent release of Synchron Special Woodwinds, VSL have announced the launch of the library’s brass counterpart.

From LLMs to hallucinations, here’s a simple guide to common AI termsWe thought it would be helpful to put together a glossary with definitions of some of the most important words and phrases that we use in our articles.