Glossary of Misunderstood Live Music, Touring & Ticketing TermsThe live music business might be the most jargon heavy corner of the music industry. Dynamic pricing, backend deals, ticketing reforms, holdbacks, all-in ticketing are all in the headlines, but not everyone understands them.
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Beat Mag is offering a free 24-page microphone guide for a limited time. We’ve had a good run of freebies and discounts over the last couple of weeks, as we head toward Black Friday. Recently, we’ve had massive discounts on u-he’s Diva and Repro, Baby Audio’s TAIP, and freebies like Dulcet Vocal by The Crow [...]
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Idlewild on Early Shows, Glastonbury, & Globetrotting : A Handstamp InterviewFrom Handstamp, an interview with Roddy Woomble, lead vocalist of Scottish band, Idlewild, on life in the Inner Hebrides, the band's new record, the Bowery Ballroom, and more.
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Inside-Out Piano from Song Athletics Created by celebrated pianist and composer, Sarah Nicolls, the latest release from Song Athletics captures a re-shaped Erard grand that has had its soundboard turned upright, exposing the strings and allowing them to be played by hand. 

My eyes! RØDE celebrates “Bright Friday” with coloured variants of its classic mics and pro audio gearBlack Friday is just around the corner, and while we’re already seeing some early deals from our friends at Sweetwater, Reverb and more, other brands are doing things a little differently…
Microphone and pro audio purveyor RØDE is celebrating the biggest sales event of the year by highlighting its exclusive range of (very) brightly coloured variants of its classic products, so if you’re looking to add a pop of colour to your home studio, now might be the time.

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The campaign – which highlights RØDE’s rapidly expanding selection of coloured variants across its popular product lines – means customers can take advantage of a free colour-matching accessory with the purchase of select RØDE products.
These offers include a free Interview GO with every Wireless GO (Gen 3), and a free WS14 windshield with every PodMic USB and PSA1+ purchase.
Credit: RØDE
The Wireless GO is a compact wireless microphone system for content creators, allowing them to clip the mic onto their clothing, for example, to seamlessly capture audio without the need for a handheld microphone.
Meanwhile, the Interview GO is a handheld adapter which transforms the Wireless GO into a more traditional microphone for interview-style content, for example.
The PodMic is RØDE’s dynamic USB microphone geared towards podcasters, which can be used with the PSA1+ Professional Studio Arm. The WS14 windshield, of course, acts as a pop filter to reduce plosive consonant sounds in speech like p’s and b’s

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Also coinciding with the arrival of Bright Friday is the launch of the Interview Micro, a handheld adapter which turns any Wireless Micro transmitter into a handheld microphone, making it perfect for on-location interviews, vox pops and field recordings, for example. The Interview Micro is available in blue, red, orange, black and white.
“We’ve been promising a wave of colour, and it’s finally here,” says RØDE CEO Damien Wilson. 
“Bright Friday is our unique way of celebrating the biggest sales event of the year. Bold and built to turn heads, each offer exists to give creators new ways to express their unique style and inject new energy and personality into the spaces in which they create.” 
Learn more about Bright Friday at RØDE.
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The Marshall Bromley 750 is a party speaker with a welcome identity crisis£900 / $1,300 / €1,000, marshall.com
From Woodstock to Wembley, Marshall amplifiers have soundtracked six decades of live music. Now the iconic British brand has launched the Bromley 750 party speaker — but this isn’t just another Bluetooth boombox with delusions of grandeur.

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Where most party speakers chase RGB light shows and smartphone integration, Marshall has approached the Bromley 750 like a portable PA system that happens to connect wirelessly. Can a £900 party speaker genuinely handle professional duties for mobile DJs, street performers, and event organisers? After putting it through its paces, the answer is surprisingly emphatic: this thing absolutely delivers.
Design & build: gigging gear with Marshall DNA
The Bromley 750 looks unmistakably Marshall. That signature brushed metal control panel, faux-leather wrap, and stamped metal grille announce its heritage before you’ve played a single note. Unlike Marshall’s lifestyle speakers, this isn’t designed to sit prettily on your bookshelf — it’s built for the road.
At 23.9 kg, it’s undeniably got heft, so Marshall has sensibly given it integrated wheels and a built-in handle for tilt-and-roll transport, transforming it into something closer to flight-case luggage. Anyone who’s lugged traditional PA speakers up venue stairs will appreciate the practicality here. Side-mounted handles make getting it in and out of car boots straightforward enough.
Image: Press
The IP54 rating proves crucial for professional outdoor work. Dust and splash resistance mean moody weather won’t derail your gig, while the drainage system around the top tweeters ensures any moisture that does get in won’t cause grief. After testing in the rain, the speaker continues performing without complaint.
One genuinely brilliant feature: the exchangeable battery doubles as a power bank. Charge your phone between DJ sets or keep essential gear topped up during all-day festivals. It’s practical thinking that shows Marshall consulted actual working musicians during development.
Sound & performance: 500 watts that know how to behave
The Marshall Bromley 750’s 500W Class D amplification system drives eight speakers: two 10-inch woofers, dual 5.25-inch mid-ranges, and four tweeters. All this is enough to hit gig-worthy levels of 127 dB from a metre away.
But raw power without control is just noise. What impresses me most is the Bromley 750’s composure across different scenarios. The 360° True Stereophonic sound proves transformative for street performances where audiences gather around you, eliminating the traditional PA problem of strategic speaker placement.
The real secret weapon is the Sound Character control. Twist it towards Dynamic and you get detailed, controlled output perfect for acoustic sets or indoor corporate events. Swing it to Loud and the Bromley 750 prioritises maximum impact for outdoor festivals, warehouse parties, or cutting through traffic noise during busking.
Image: James Day
This adaptability makes the Bromley 750 remarkably versatile for working musicians. One speaker handles intimate restaurant gigs on Friday, outdoor markets on Saturday, and raves on Sunday. Compare that to owning separate PA setups for different venue types.
Bass extends down to 30 Hz — proper sub-bass territory, electronic music DJs will appreciate. During outdoor testing, low-frequency content remains tight and defined even at high volumes, while the quad-tweeter array keeps highs crisp without harshness. The frequency response stays remarkably consistent across the volume range, avoiding the distortion plague that afflicts cheaper party speakers.
The onboard two-band EQ (bass and treble) provides quick adjustments without menu diving. Some may miss dedicated mid-range control, but for most live scenarios, the combination of Sound Character switching and two-band EQ covers essential tonal shaping.
Marshall Bromley 750’s pro features: XLR inputs mean business
Here’s where the Marshall Bromley 750 separates itself from consumer party speakers: dual XLR/6.35 mm jack combo inputs with individual gain controls. For buskers, open mic hosts, mobile DJs, or wedding musicians, these inputs are essential.
Input one handles microphones, although there’s no phantom power on board. Tested with a dynamic mic, the preamps deliver clean, usable gain without noticeable noise. The onboard delay and reverb effects add polish to live vocals — though they’re practical tools rather than studio-grade processors.
Input two accepts instruments, such as acoustic guitars, keyboards, and even DJ controllers (via the alternative, RCA inputs). Combined with Bluetooth playback, you can genuinely run small performances from this single unit — with backing tracks through Bluetooth, plus live vocals and instruments through the combo jacks.
One limitation: the EQ controls don’t affect the XLR inputs, only the main Bluetooth/auxiliary signal. Some performers will find this restrictive.
Image: James Day
The integrated stage lighting deserves mention. Three presets range from ambient mood-setting to fully reactive modes that sync with music. Unlike tacky RGB light bars, Marshall’s kept things classy with bright white stage-inspired aesthetics. The strobe burst triggered via the M-button adds drama to DJ performances without looking cheap.
That 40+ hour battery life? Genuinely game-changing for multi-day festivals or long wedding receptions. During testing, a full weekend of intermittent use barely dents the charge. When power does run low, simply swap in the (optional) backup battery, or connect to mains power to a avoid interrupting playback.
Additional connectivity covers most scenarios: USB-C audio, 3.5mm auxiliary in and out, plus RCA inputs. Bluetooth 5.3 includes Auracast broadcasting to futureproof any multiroom dreams. And yes, you can either daisy-chain multiple Bromleys via an aux connection or enable Auracast for an even bigger wall of noise.
What’s missing? The lack of aptX or LDAC may disappoint some, while DSP presets for different music genres would add versatility. The Marshall companion app is also uncharacteristically sparse — no EQ or Sound Character adjustments. At worst, it means using the ample physical controls; at best, a firmware update will add functionality.
Should I buy the Marshall Bromley 750?
At £900, the Marshall Bromley 750 positions itself against entry-level PA systems rather than consumer party speakers. That pricing makes sense when you consider what’s included: professional XLR inputs, 40-hour battery, IP54 weather protection, and 500 watts of power.
Buy the Bromley 750 if you’re a mobile DJ working multiple venue types, a busker needing reliable amplification, or a musician handling small weddings and corporate events. The Sound Character control and XLR inputs justify the premium, while that phenomenal battery life eliminates charging anxiety during multi-set days. Plus, on days off, it’ll look absolutely mint sitting in the corner of your pad.
Image: Press
Don’t buy if you need traditional PA features like multi-channel mixing and per-channel EQ, or simply want maximum value per watt. Dedicated PA gear still wins on ultimate flexibility, while consumer party speakers undercut significantly on price.
The Marshall Bromley 750 brings professional audio thinking to the consumer party speaker category. It’s not the cheapest way to amplify your gig, but it might well be the most versatile single-box solution available.
Whether you’re DJing rooftop parties, playing acoustic sets in beer gardens, or hosting karaoke nights, this speaker adapts brilliantly. The rock ‘n’ roll looks? That’s just the encore.
Key features

500W Class D amplification system
8-driver configuration: 2 10-inch woofers; 2 5.25-inch mid drivers; 4 tweeters
360° True Stereophonic sound projection
2 XLR/6.35mm combo jacks with individual gain controls and phantom power
Built-in delay and reverb effects for microphone/instrument inputs
Sound Character control (Dynamic/Loud modes)
40+ hour battery life (battery is exchangeable/replaceable)
Integrated stage lighting with 3 reactive modes
IP54 water and dust resistance
Drainage system for tweeter protection
Integrated wheels and telescopic handle
Physical bass and treble EQ controls
Bluetooth 5.3 with Auracast broadcasting
USB-C, RCA, and 3.5 mm inputs
30 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response
127 dB maximum SPL at 1 metre
Dimensions: 6.52 x 41.3 x 35.5 cm
Weight: 23.9 kg
52% post-consumer recycled plastic construction

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FSK Audio release Bark24 Dyn Built in collaboration with Mark Jeffery, the original software engineer behind Pro Tools, Bark24 Dyn is a 24-band dynamics processor that allows users to shape their audio in ways that go far beyond what’s possible with traditional EQs and compressors. 

The Legal Beat: UMG Settles Copyright Case With A.I. CompanyOn October 26, 2025, Universal Music Group announced it had settled a copyright case with A.I. music company Udio. The copyright infringement lawsuit was filed last year by UMG, Sony Music, Warner Music Group, and the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) against Udio and another A.I. company, Suno. The plaintiffs contend that A.I. companies are subject to copyright law the same as all other companies.

The plaintiffs alleged that hundreds of songs by top artists were copied. This lawsuit is one of several high-profile ones brought by copyright holders against A.I. companies for using their work.

The lawsuit was filed last year and UMG claimed that Udio committed copyright infringement on a “almost unimaginable scale” by using UMG’s recordings to train it’s A.I. models. The plaintiffs were seeking “an injunction and damages commensurate with the scope of Udio’s massive and ongoing infringement.” 

The UMG lawsuit only concerned sound recordings. However, the settlement covers music publishing as well. When the new platform launches in 2026, UMG artists and songwriters will have the chance to “opt in” and receive financial compensation for the training of A.I. model as well as its outputs.

UMG’s press release indicates: “The new subscription service will transform the user engagement experience, creating a licensed and protected environment to customize, stream, and share music responsibly on the Udio platform.”

UMG’s new platform will, for instance, allow users to create new mashups and remixes to existing licensed music. The two companies will launch the new platform next year. The settlement also includes monetary compensation for UMG, which has not been disclosed. In litigation, it is typical for a monetary settlement to be kept confidential.

Andrew Sanchez, the CEO of Udio, stated: “This moment brings to life everything we’ve been building toward—uniting A.I. and the music industry in a way that truly champions artists. Together, we’re building the technological and business landscape that will fundamentally expand what’s possible in music creation and engagement.”

Sir Lucien Grange, the Chairman of UMG, stated the settlement provisions “demonstrate our commitment to do what’s right by our artists and songwriters, whether that means embracing new technologies, developing new business models, diversifying revenue streams or beyond.”

Not many more details of the settlement are available. This settlement would seem to undermine some A.I. companies’ hopes that they could use licensed music without restriction or compensation.

UMG has also entered into agreements with what it calls “responsible” A.I.companies such as Soundlab and Klay. Warner and Sony Music are still pursuing their lawsuits against Udio and Suno.

GLENN LITWAK is a veteran entertainment attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. He has represented platinum selling recording artists, GRAMMY-winning music producers, hit songwriters, management and production companies, music publishers and independent record labels. Litwak is also a frequent speaker at music industry conferences around the country, such as South by Southwest and the Billboard Music in Film and TV Conference. Litwak has been selected as a “Super Lawyer” by Super Lawyer magazine for 2022-2025. Email Litwak at gtllaw59@gmail.com or visit glennlitwak.com.

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Google steps up AI scam protection in India, but gaps remainGoogle is expanding its real-time scam detection and screen-sharing fraud warnings in India.

Soundtoys Black Friday Sale Soundtoys have officially launched their annual Black Friday Sale, and are offering 60% or more off their entire range of pro effects software until 4 December 2025.

Ex-prosecutor denies promising not to charge FTX executive's partnerOne of the US attorneys behind the prosecution of former FTX executives testified as part of an evidentiary hearing exploring one of their plea deals.

Live Nation Moves to Dismiss DOJ Antitrust Case: What Artists, Venues & Fans Should KnowLive Nation has filed a motion for summary judgment in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York asking it to dismiss the antitrust lawsuit brought by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and a coalition of states.
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Wear this RISC V, RPN Calculator Watch for Maximum Nerd CredOnce upon a time, owning a calculator watch was the epitome of cool. Well, for a very specific subset of the population with our own definition of “cool” anyway. The only thing cooler than wearing a calculator watch? Making a calculator watch, of course! If you do it as part of developing your own SDK for a popular RISC V microcontroller, all the better. That’s what [Miroslav Nemecek] did with his Antcalc watch, which is one of the demo projects for the CH32Lib SDK, which is currently under development at version 0.35 as this is written.
It appears as though the solid core wire on the back of the homemade PCB is used to hold the watch band, a nice little hack.
As you might guess, CH32LibSDK is targeting the super-cheap CH32 series of RISC V microcontrollers. Perhaps because the SDK is so early in development, there’s not much documentation outside of the example projects. The examples are all worth looking at, but our tipster wanted us to cover the Antcalc calculator watch specifically.
The Antcalc watch uses the SOP16-packaged CH32V002A4M6 to drive a small OLED display while taking input in Reverse Polish Notation from a dozen small buttons. We’re not sure how the cool kids feel about RPN these days, but that’s got to be worth extra nerd cred. Using a RISC V chip doesn’t hurt in that department, either.
For something so small– 30 mm x 55 mm–it’s looks like a decent little calculator, with 10 registers holding a mantissa of 21 digits and exponents up-to +/-99 in binary coded decimal. Seven layers on the dozen-key input pad mean most of the scientific functions you could ask for are available, along with the ability to record and replay upto 10 macros. There are also ten memory slots, all of which go into the chip’s onboard flash so are non-volatile during a battery swap. (Of which many will be necessary, since this appears to run on a single coin cell.)
If you get bored of wrist-mounted calculating, you could always repurpose this microcontroller to play MOD files on your wrist. Some people couldn’t imagine ever getting bored by a wrist-mounted calculator, and just for them we have this teardown of a beautiful 1975 model and a this article on the history of the calculator watch.
Thanks to [James Bowman] for the tip.

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Live Nation files motion to end US’s antitrust lawsuitLive Nation says the DoJ’s case against the company is based on 'gerrymandered' evidence that doesn’t meet the criteria for monopoly power
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