Garritan HarpsIf a virtual harp is on your shopping list, put this one at the top - it's approachable, intuitive and sonically stunning.
Schecter Damien Elite Solo-6It has the thickness of tone that you'd want from a mahogany heavyweight, but retains the articulation you'd expect from a hot-rodded double-cut. Bad to the bone - in a good way.
Sinevibes TorsionA triple-oscillator hybrid synth with an easy interface and lots of modulation sources, Torsion is an excellent oddity.
SubZero SPC25 MIDI ControllerThis MIDI controller is only two octaves. If you're looking for notes galore, that's not ideal, but if you're looking for a compact, portable keyboard controller with plenty of functionality, the SPC25 is worth a look.
Pigtronix Infinity LooperA 'board-friendly looper pedal with a set of practical features that make it ideal for guitar players who want to get into more involved looping.
Cakewalk CA-2A T-Type Leveling AmplifierYet another excellent LA-2A emulation for Mac and PC, with the most responsive metering and interface we've seen.
Yamaha GL-1 GuitaleleAt this price it's as essential for the upcoming festival season as your wellies and tent.
SubZero SPC61 MIDI ControllerThe SPC61 MIDI Controller is great value for money. Ok, it's not the most authentic feeling keyboard we've ever played, nor is its construction the most solid we've come across, but if you're looking for a keyboard controller with a decent range and excellent configurability, you should check out SubZero's ...
Fargen Olde 800 MK IIThe Fargen is very close to being our ideal 'Plexi'-style amp. Don't pass up a chance to try one.
PSP Audioware PSP PianoVerb2A fantastic update to one of the more interesting reverbs out there, PianoVerb2 is powerful, fun and inspirational.
Gear4Music Mix02AU 6-Channel Mini Mixer with USBIf six channels is enough for you, you'll have to look long and hard to match the Gear4Music MIX02AU with its audio interface capability.
FXpansion BloomSome might consider it overkill, but this massively modulatable delay is a sound designer's dream come true.
Premier One Series SnaresAfter a five-year hiatus Premier is back manufacturing on UK soil. Showcasing British craftsmanship of the highest order, the One snares encompass a virtually unlimited range of exotic woods.
Lindell Audio PEX-500 EqualiserA useable 500 series module at an attractive price point that will find favour among professionals already sold on the 500 rack concept.
Propellerhead Software Reason 7Thanks to some well-placed tweaks and deeper features, this is the most refined and powerful version of Reason we've seen yet.
Xfer Records CthulhuA wicked MIDI-generating plugin, Cthulhu makes conjuring up instant chords and melodies a snap.
Cort Z-Custom 1The Z-Custom has a great, gnarly classic-rock voice, but suffers a little in high-gain situations.
Native Instruments MonarkArguably the best Minimoog Model D emulation yet, Monark sounds amazing but its Reaktor requirement is irritating.
