Musikmesse 2015

Check out some of the most exciting products launched at this year's Frankfurt Musikmesse 2015 Music Trade Show.

Franfurt Musikmesse is the annual European music show which allows all the leading manufacturers to show off their range and launch a host of new and exciting products. Here is a run down of some of the most exciting new gear from this year's show. 

Roland

Roland have announced some hot new products at Musikmesse. Alongside some new additions to the Aira range they have launched the new Roland TD-25K and TD-25KV V-Drums electronic drum kits and a very exciting new synth in the form of the Roland JD-XA. 

The two TD25 V-Drums kits put premium V-Drum appointments into a mid-level priced instruments. They deliver a superb sound set thanks to their sound engine being derived from the flagship TD30-KV alongside a host of other great features.

A new synth from Roland is always exciting and the Roland JD-XA is sure to be popular. The JD-XA is an advanced sythnesizer with independent analogue and digital sound engines making for a very cool crossover synth. 

BOSS

Who doesn't love creating new sounds with their favourite guitar? With the new BOSS SY-300 Guitar Synthesizer you can just do that! Simply plug in your regular guitar (no special pickup is required) and you'll get access to a range ofsynth tones from lead tones to atmospheric pads...all with no latency! Plus with access to synth’s filters, amps, and LFOs you'll be able to create all sorts of cool sounds never heard before!

Fancy some vintage amp tones? Well BOSS have also launched some new Blues Cubes - the Blues Cube 212 Artist Combo, the Blues Cube Tour 100w Head and a matching cab in the form of the CAB 410.

Also new from BOSS is the PW-3 Compact Wah. BOSS have designed this space saving, rugged wah pedal with two cool sound modes - Rich and Vintage - making for a pedal board friendly, versatile unit.

TC Electronic

TC have expanded the ever growing Ditto Looper range with the new Ditto Stereo Looper. A compact loop pedal that takes inspiration from the best-selling Ditto loop pedal but adds more functionality including stereo in/out - create loops in all their super-wide glory. Backing Track and StarJam - jam with loops created by some of the world's top guitarists!

Orange

Brand new from Orange is the very cool Bax Bangeetar pedal. Supremely versatile, it can be used as a regular stompbox, as a standalone preamp or for use as a direct recording tool. It is able to deliver a wide range of drive tones, features a comprehensive EQ section and more! Orange have also updated their Rockerverb series to MkIII - with a 100w head, a 50w head and a 50w combo in the range.

Marshall

Marshall's new Astoria range of combos and heads not only have standout visuals but have been designed to cater for the discerning guitarist who wants it all. Get authentic vintage sounds thanks to the hand-wired, point-to-point all valve design - from sparkling cleans to sublime saturation. There are 3 models in the Astoria Series with each available as a 30w combo or head and matching 1x12" cabinet.

VOX

The VOX AC tone is legendary but for some the AC15 and AC30 amps to big and hard to manage and lower volume levels whilst the AC4 just hasn't got enough power....that's where the Vox AC10 C1 comes into play. Featuring a single 10" Celestion speaker and 10 watts of rich, articulate valve tone, the AC10 will be happy at home, in the studio or on stage. 

Mackie

Mackie have updated thier ever popular ProFX Series of mixers. The new range feature a new preamp design and a new effects engine, plus there are also two new additions, in the form of the new 4-channel and 30-channel models.

Martin 

Martin will showcase the second iteration of the Ed Sheeran signature model - the Ed Sheeran X Signature. Designed in conjunction with the UK artist, the Ed Sheeran X utilizes the LX1E Little Martin as its foundation but gives it a twist with a 'signature' X sign on the headstock, fingerboard inlays  and a solid Koa inlay on the body. There are also two new additions to the X-Series, the 00X1AE, a 00-14 Fret non cutaway electro - and the GPX1AE, a Grand Performance 14 fret non cutaway electro equipped with Fishman Sonitone electronics and USB connectivity.

Yamaha

Yamaha have updated their popular slimline piano in the form of the Arius YDP-S52 - a perfect home piano for those with limited space or wanting something more modern looking. In addition, Yamaha are also showcasing the some updated keyboard - the PSR-E253 and PSR-E353 alongside new iterations from the P-Series - the P-45 and P-115.