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This free synth and sampler plugin comes with over 2GB of samples from "the world's rarest synthesizers"

Wavea Flite's free version is packed with samples from Yamaha CS-80, Roland Juno 106, Jupiter 8, SH-101, Oberheim OB-8, Prophet 5, Korg Monopoly and more

MusicRadar · Sep 18, 2024

Everything to know about the 2025 MotoGP season: Rider line-up, calendar and more

The 2025 MotoGP campaign is starting to take shape as all but one of the rides have been announced with the season opener also being confirmed. This came after a dramatic silly season, where only three riders entered 2024 with a contract that guaranteed them a spot on the 2025…

Autosport · Sep 17, 2024

Yamaha’s YZF-R15M Is So Loaded With Tech, Makes Bigger Siblings Look Bad

Yamaha has updated the YZF-R15M in India with an R1M-inspired carbon fiber pattern and turn-by-turn navigation.

RideApart · Sep 17, 2024

Yamaha Might Be Killing Its MotoGP Engine, Will The R1's Engine Be Next

After years running its awesome-sounding crossplane 1,000cc engine, Yamaha is rumored to be adopting a V4 design for its MotoGP program. But does that mean the street version is dead, too?

RideApart · Sep 14, 2024

Acoustic guitars FAQ: from understanding tonewoods to the different sizes available, get to know your acoustic with these common questions answered

From shape to tone, classical to steel-strung, we answer some of the most commonly asked questions surrounding the wonderful world of acoustic guitars

Guitar World · Sep 11, 2024

Who gains the most from MotoGP's engine freeze?

Changes in regulations are almost always a source of conflict between manufacturers in the MotoGP. This is logical, because each defends its own interests based on the situation it faces at a given time.

Autosport · Sep 11, 2024

Yamaha’s Got New E-Bikes, Look Like Tons Of Fun Around Town

Yamaha has rolled out updates to the Wabash RT and Crosscore electric bicycles. Both models get the PW series electric motor.

RideApart · Sep 11, 2024

FIM set to enforce MotoGP engine freeze until 2027

FIM's Grand Prix Commission is set to approve a freeze to engine development in MotoGP until the new regulations come into force in 2027.

Motorsport · Sep 11, 2024

FIM set to enforce MotoGP engine freeze

FIM's Grand Prix Commission is set to approve a freeze to engine development in MotoGP until the new regulations come into force in 2027.

Autosport · Sep 11, 2024

“It reminds me of a saturated Clapton mid-boost or tubular Santana tone. It’s a very handy thickener for single coils”: Black Ice Boost review

A passive boost you can retrofit to your guitar to thicken up single coils – no battery required

Guitar World · Sep 11, 2024