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At the 2026 NAMM Show, Behringer was offering a sneak preview of their BMX Hybrid 8/12-Bit Sampling Drum Machine, a new design, inspired by the Oberheim DMX.

Like last year, the company isn’t announcing new gear at the show, but is showing several works-in-progress, including the BMX, the JN-80, and the JT-2. No new details are being announced at this time.

Specifications (Unofficial):

*Note: The following specs were shared by Behringer back in 2023, and may be updated with the production release.

• Recreation of one of earliest and most influential digital drum machines
• 25 sounds: 3 Kicks, 3 Snares, 3 Hats, 6 Toms, 2 Rides, 2 Shakers, 2 Tambs, Rimshot, Handclap, Crash & Click
• 8 voice architecture with independent level & pitch controls for each voice
• High-resolution real-time sequencer with non-destructive quantization for capturing finger drumming performances
• Additional step sequencer mode with 64 steps per pattern with storage of up to 64 patterns and 16 songs
• Integrated Wave Designer with individual attack and sustain controls for studio quality drum sound
• Integrated dual-mode filter with dedicated frequency and resonance controls for huge sound shaping options
• 8 independent analog outputs to record your patterns as multi-track audio
• Easily readable 7-segment 4-character LED display for tempo with dedicated tap tempo button
• 24 velocity sensitive pads with bold, full-color LEDs
• Up to 99 loop measures of each pattern change with 16 pattern changes per song
• Songs can be chained together for expanded compositions
• Unique Auto Scroll feature for extremely easy operation
• Comprehensive Midi In/Out/Thru and USB implementation for synchronization and connection to external devices
• Per-track Solo and Mute for enhanced realtime control
• Sync options include USB, MIDI, clock and internal
• Powerful headphone and L/R main outputs on 1/4” TRS connectors
• 3-Year Warranty Program

Details on pricing and availability for the Behringer BMX drum machine are still to be announced.

IK Multimedia has released ReSing Voices Vol 1 Producer’s Pack, the first in a planned series of vocal expansion packs for their ReSing platform.

ReSing is a new plug-in and standalone app that lets you translate scratch vocals into professional-quality vocal performances. You can take a vocal recording in your DAW and use ReSing to turn it into a professional vocal take, using a variety of virtual voices.

The company also announced ReSing Free, a full-featured version that lets you try out the ReSing workflow.

ReSing Free includes:

• Access to the complete ReSing workflow
• 2 vocal models (Neil and Jenny)
• 2 instrument models (Alto Sax and Electric Bass)
• Support for importing and using 1 custom RVC voice model
• Full control over energy, tone, pitch, and style
• All ReSing features except model generation

ReSing Voices Vol 1 Producer’s Pack

Designed to work seamlessly with the ReSing plug-in and standalone app, ReSing Voices Vol 1 features eight unique vocal models, each created from original recordings made specifically for ReSing with real artists, produced with full consent and fair compensation.

From soft, intimate pop melodies to raw, aggressive screams, the collection spans a wide emotional range, with voices that feel close, expressive, and unmistakably human — from tender ballads and soaring gospel lines to full-on metal performances.

Along with two Spanish-language voices (male and female) and a dedicated female narration voice, ReSing Voices Vol 1 is designed to let you complete projects faster, with professional results.

ReSing Voices Vol 1 Producer’s Pack Demo:

ReSing Voices Vol 1 Producer’s Pack is available now as a standalone purchase. Users who update ReSing to today’s latest version will see the new voice models in the ReSing library and can purchase the pack through the IK Multimedia online store or authorized dealers. ReSing Free is available via the IK Product Manager.

ReSing Voices Vol 1 Producer’s Pack is priced at $/€99.99* ($/€79.99 upgrade price for paid ReSing users.)

The video, via PEFF, offers a sneak preview of the upcoming Tiptop Audio & Buchla 248t Multiple Arbitrary Function Generator (MARF).

The new module is a reissue of the ’70s Buchla 248 MARF module, adapted to Eurorack format. The MARF is a powerful voltage generator that can be used for a wide range of purposes, including sequencing, modulating, envelopes and more.

Features:

• Flexible control voltage generator and processor
• A modern recreation of the rare Model 248 from vintage Buchla 200 Systems
• 16 stages with two independently addressable output sections
• Many definable behaviors available on a per-stage basis
• Produces anything from step sequences to complex envelope shapes and beyond
• Non-volatile memory—presets can be recalled after powering the module off
• Compatible with Tiptop’s ART protocol for tuning and polyphony

Details on pricing and availability for the 248t Multiple Arbitrary Function Generator are still to be announced.