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The most innovative music tools of 2025!

Andrew Huang dives into the latest and greatest in music tech, from slick commercial gear and wild hardware prototypes to next-gen software experiments, all crowned by the 2025 MIDI Innovation Awards. Along the way he teases MIDI 2.0 breakthroughs and even artsy installations that push the boundaries of sound and visuals.

Whether you’re here for the hot new synths, mind-bending controllers, or futuristic plug-ins (plus a peek at what’s coming next), this video’s got you covered—complete with chapters for quick jumps and plenty of affiliate links if you feel like upgrading your studio.

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This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Music YouTube