Slacker has updated their Slacker Radio application for RIM’s BlackBerry smartphones. The free application is available on BlackBerry App World. The updated Slacker app gives users new features, including viewing song lyrics, creating custom stations based on specific songs and Bluetooth support The Bluetooth capabilities let music lovers listen to their...

Electro-Harmonix has announced the classic White Finger FET (Field Effect Transistor) compressor. The Finger’s small footprint allows for easy fit into any pedal board or set up. The XO White Finger treats an incoming signal with an optically controlled attenuator comprised of a fixed resistor and a shunt opto-coupled photocell. Because this attenuator...

BMI, the performance rights organization, is reporting that ringback tones are still growing in the US. BMI is estimating that ringback tone revenues will surpass $235 million this year, up 15% from an estimated $205 million in 2008. BMI also claimed that 10 million cell phone users subscribe to a ringback-related service in the US – about 4% of the...

Alesis has premiered the AM3 stereo USB microphone. The AM3 is a stereo condenser microphone that enables users to record stereo audio directly onto their computers – an economical solution for portable stereo recording, musicians, journalists and other audio enthusiasts. The AM3 features a dual-capsule condenser microphone design that enables users to...