Anaheim’s NAMM 2026 Showcases Musical Innovations
Anaheim, CA — January 30, 2026 — The NAMM 2026 event, held from January 22–24 at the Anaheim Convention Center, unveiled groundbreaking musical instruments and gear.
NAMM 2026 Highlights
The NAMM 2026 event, held from January 22–24 at the Anaheim Convention Center, unveiled groundbreaking musical instruments and gear. Notable releases included:
- Neural DSP’s Quad Cortex Mini: A compact yet powerful guitar processor.
- Ed Sheeran’s PRS SE “Cosmic Splash” Baritone: A collaboration between the artist and PRS Guitars.
- Yamaha’s Chris Buck Signature Revstar RS02CB: A new addition to Yamaha’s Revstar series.
Fender’s Custom Shop and Martin Guitars also showcased unique models, including Molly Tuttle’s new signature guitars. Other highlights featured:
- Epiphone SG by Fatoumata Diawara: A fusion of traditional design with modern aesthetics.
- Billy Corgan’s Laney Supergrace Pedal Amp: A collaboration between the Smashing Pumpkins frontman and Laney Amplification.
- Orange’s OR60 Tube Amp: A nod to classic tube amplification with modern enhancements.
Innovative designs like Strandberg and Jamstik’s Chameleon, which merges MIDI with avant-garde guitar design, and Tosin Abasi’s nylon-string guitar, were also showcased. The event concluded with live performances and interviews with artists like Chris Buck and Paul Gilbert, celebrating the vibrant guitar culture.
