NAMM SHOW 2026: PRS, Walrus, Marcus Miller, and the Future Guitar Pro Mobile App (Exclusive Demo)

Hello everyone, this is Martin. I’ve just experienced my very first NAMM Show, and I can tell you it was absolutely mind-blowing, both visually and sonically!
With the Guitar Pro team, we were at NAMM Show to present a prototype of the upcoming mobile app and gather our users’ first impressions. What would you like to see in the next Guitar Pro mobile app?

The upcoming Guitar Pro mobile app is a player, packed with plenty of improvements compared to the previous version:

• The look and sound of Guitar Pro 8
• A dark mode
• A dynamic zoom
• A multi-track view
• The audio track
• The Speed Trainer

This year, Guitar Pro didn’t have a booth, which gave us the chance to meet our users alongside Eric Assarsson, chat with them, and discuss how they use the app and what they expect from it.
Dive into the NAMM Show 2026 with Eric Assarsson, and enjoy a demo of the app presented by Thomas.

I also attended a number of demos, and these are the highlights that caught my attention at NAMM 2026.

My top picks from 2026

Walrus Audio: the Mantle

I got the chance to try out the new preamp/DI from Walrus Audio, developed in close collaboration with Ian Martin Allison: the Mantle. This pedal is an absolute treat for bassists, letting you sculpt your tone with pinpoint precision, it’s sure to impress even the most demanding players.

Fodera x Trickfish: Preamp and Practice Amp

The brand Trickfish, known for amplification, preamps, effects, and bass pickups, has once again impressed by teaming up with one of the most prestigious names out there: Fodera.

As its name suggests, this new preamp lets you play live with its DI output, but it’s also perfect for on-the-go practice. You can plug in your phone and play through headphones, all while enjoying that signature Fodera tone.

PRS: the new models endorsed by Ed Sheeran and John Mayer

PRS SE Ed Sheeran Cosmic Splash 

PRS is releasing Ed Sheeran’s signature guitar, a baritone hollowbody model equipped with a piezo pickup. Limited edition of 1,000 pieces.

PRS John Mayer Silver Sky Wild Blue

Available in Mojave Brown Satin and Black Plum Satin, John Mayer’s Silver Sky is now also offered in Wild Blue, a turquoise hue inspired by the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, often referred to as Tiffany Blue. Like Ed Sheeran’s model, it’s limited to just 1,000 pieces worldwide.

Sire: the new Marcus Miller basses

Of course, Sire was on hand to showcase Marcus Miller’s latest models, including the new generations of the V3, V7, and P7, as well as the brand-new F10dx and F10dc series, available in 4, 5, and 6-string versions. What better way to experience them than a demo by the master himself at the Sire booth, accompanied by their second ambassador, Larry Carlton.

Furch: Spectra Plus, Eclipse and Violet Anniversary

In addition to its colorful Spectra Plus range, Furch also unveiled the Eclipse series, with the Performance model featuring an elegant black finish, available in several variations: Ruby, Azure, Lime, and Ivory. They also introduced the new Violet Anniversary GC-EM a Anthem, an exclusive model created to celebrate the brand’s 45th anniversary, limited to just 90 pieces.

J. Rockett Audio Designs: Aqueous Chorus and giveaway

J. Rockett has finally released its first chorus pedal, coming a year after the creation of the initial prototype. This is the brand’s very first chorus, as they’re usually known for their overdrive and saturation effects. In short, it’s a high-end chorus, and we took the opportunity to run a giveaway on Guitar Pro’s social media. Congratulations to the lucky winner of this amazing pedal!

Our favorite meetups and demos

Loida Liuzzi

We’re very excited to share Loida Liuzzi’s performance at the Hagstrom booth.

Julien Bitoun

Of course, we ran into a familiar face at the event, our friend Julien Bitoun, with whom Thomas was able to shoot a video to talk about Guitar Pro and the new app.

Leland Sklar

I had the incredible honor of meeting one of my heroes, Mr. Leland Sklar. Many thanks to Sheldon Dingwall for making this meeting possible.

The Grand Rally for Music Education : Victor Wooten and Chad Smith 

NAMM gave us a perfect finale, as we got to attend an exclusive lesson with Victor Wooten, who was giving tips to a young band from Los Angeles. This was followed by a jam on Superstition, featuring the legendary Chad Smith.

Any questions?

What are you hoping to see in the next Guitar Pro mobile app?

From left to right: Martin Waxin, Thomas Duflos and Alexandra Pla Gras.