NAMM Show 2025
Once again this year, the NAMM Show confirmed that it is the must-attend event for those who live for music, technology and innovation. We at Funky Junk were there, among the halls crowded with innovative instruments, cutting-edge studio monitors, state-of-the-art outboards and audio solutions that will redefine the market.
The NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) is not just a trade show, but a meeting place for engineers, producers, musicians and professionals in every industry, from large recording studios to the most spectacular live shows. We have seen, tested and heard the most interesting new products, and we are ready to tell you about them.
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Our favorite products presented at NAMM ’25
Barefoot Sound Footprint 03C
The new Footprint03C active monitor is specifically designed to be used as a center channel and to integrate with Footprint03 monitors, offering unparalleled precision essential for accurate mixes in surround sound and immersive environments. Based on the well-established legacy of the acclaimed Footprint03’s 3-way tri-amplified design, the Footprint03C delivers impeccable tonal coherence when paired with the Footprint03s, forming a fully integrated and harmonious monitoring system capable of enhancing any professional setup.
Each component has been meticulously designed to deliver exceptional audio fidelity. Its state-of-the-art magnet and driver systems, and improved heat dissipation technology work together to minimize distortion, support wide driver excursion, and ensure reliable performance under even the most demanding conditions.
API Audio ASM164
At NAMM 2025, we had a chance to see and closely test the new API ASM164, a 16-channel analog summing unit that makes API console quality accessible to every studio. With its 19” rack format, the ASM164 offers high-level performance inspired by the summing section of the famous THE BOX. Trying it at the show, we appreciated its ability to return the classic API sound with impressive depth and coherence. Perfect for home and project studios, this summing unit is an ideal choice for those seeking a professional analog mix in a compact format. After hearing it at work at NAMM, we can say it is a must-have for every studio!
Neve 88C
Neve expands its desktop product range with the introduction of Neve 88C – dual desktop dynamics. Featuring the powerful dynamics section of the flagship 88R console, 88C offers the classic sound quality and versatility that have made the Neve brand legendary among the pro-audio community.
First introduced in the 1970s with the 50 Series consoles, Neve’s VCA compressors set a new standard for precise and versatile compression. This revolutionary technology became a cornerstone in Neve’s VR and 88R series consoles. Now 88C, it brings the distinctive console sound to all studios in a compact and affordable format.
The dynamic section of the 88R series is now reimagined in a compact desktop dual format, powered via USB-C for maximum portability. Offering the renowned Neve console sound and professional-grade dynamics control, Neve 88C brings top recording studio performance to project and home studios.Neve 88C is optimized to be the perfect partner for Neve 88M or as a standalone desktop compressor.
The 88C was designed entirely by Neve’s renowned engineering team and manufactured at its headquarters in Burnley, UK.
Elysia Xpector
We got our hands on Xpector, the new headphone amplifier designed to offer maximum quality and connectivity without compromise.
With 12 audio connections, balanced XLR outputs for monitors, and mirrored engineer and artist headphone outputs, Xpector is a complete solution for professional and home studios. Its ultra-quiet power supply ensures a pure, crystal-clear signal, while daisy-chain and Loop output options make it incredibly versatile.
Flock Switch e LV
Flock Audio presents two innovative solutions designed to take professional audio routing to a new level, both in the studio and live.
🔹 SWITCH, on the other hand, is an 8×2 matrix with control via USB-C, designed to handle multiple analog sources easily and immediately. We tested its smooth operation and quality balanced outputs and were impressed by its ability to select and route mono/stereo signals without latency, whether from synths and drum machines or traditional instruments.
🔹 PATCH LV is a digitally controlled patchbay with 24 analog channels and 16 Dante channels, perfect for those who want to integrate analog outboards into live setups without compromise. Testing it at the show, we appreciated its virtually zero latency handling and impeccable audio quality, making it an ideal solution for sound engineers seeking maximum flexibility without unnecessary AD/DA conversions.
Black Box HG-Q
Black Box Analog Design’s HG-Q is a boutique EQ with a tube saturator that combines pure analog processing with digital control via plug-in. It is not a simple equalizer, nor a clone of a classic: it is an unprecedented creative tool that redefines sound shaping. This innovative EQ offers an interactive six-band topology, built-in tube saturation, and a 2X mode for unprecedented sonic control. Integration with a dedicated plugin enables remote control, advanced visualizations, and unique flexibility between series and parallel configurations.