Who Gets to Build the Future of Music Gear?

Audionautic | Covering the Latest in Music Production, Marketing and Technology · Nov 5, 2026 · 1h

Last week we talked about musicians using AI to modify, repair and get more out of the gear they already own. This week, we're taking that idea a step further.

Behringer has been making headlines with open-source projects for its KICK production device and IGNITE sequencer. It's an interesting development, especially when you look at what's happening with projects like the M-VAVE FM-1, Erica Synths LXR-02 and the wider interest in open firmware.

Could we be heading towards a future where musicians don't just buy an instrument or piece of hardware, but get to help shape what it becomes?

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