NAMM is next week, and I have started narrowing down which booths are actually worth carving time out for once the floor opens. Donner keeps landing on that short list. This preview reads like a company arriving with a full 2026 plan rather than one headline product, with new artist collaborations, meaningful updates to existing instrument lines, and a bigger push into U.S. retail that signals intent.
Donner is set to showcase new pedals tied to MIYAVI and Ruben Wan, expanded HUSH Series options, the Groove Series electronic drum kits built for U.S. dealers like Guitar Center and Musician’s Friend, plus a new DHP line of digital pianos designed for home players. On paper, it looks like a lineup built around practical use, and that is what has my attention going into the show.
The MIYAVI and Ruben Wan Pedals Are What I’ll Be Looking For First
The pedal releases are where Donner’s artist collaborations feel most focused, because the spec sheets read like these were built for repeatable use rather than novelty. Donner’s first collaboration with Japanese guitarist MIYAVI, who has been named the brand’s Creative Director, is the Double Swords series. It is split into two separate 3-in-1 pedals, the Rage Breaker and the Dimension Weaver, which makes the concept easier to integrate into a normal pedalboard rather than forcing everything into one oversized box.
The Dimension Weaver integrates S-VERB, CHORUS, and DELAY. Each section has its own dedicated controls, so you are not hunting for parameters. The S-VERB section includes Dwell, Tone, and Mix. The DELAY section uses Level, Time, and Repeat. The CHORUS section uses Level, Rate, and Depth. Donner lists it at $129.90 USD, and availability is slated for Spring 2026.
The Rage Breaker is built around analog design circuits that combine BOOST, FUZZ, and OVERDRIVE. The OVERDRIVE section is controlled by Input, Tone, and Gain. The FUZZ section adds Gate, Input, Tone, and Sustain. The BOOST section is controlled by Gain, Input, and Output, and it also includes two DIP switches under the stompbox for additional boost frequency and EQ settings. Donner lists it at $119.90 USD, also expected Spring 2026.
Donner is also bringing two Ruben Wan signature pedals to the show, and these aim at players who want quick decisions and consistent results. The UMBRIA distortion includes two modes, CLASSIC and RUMBLE, with GAIN, TONE, and VOL controls, priced at $65.99 USD. The CELESTIA chorus also includes two modes, CLASSIC and DREAM, with RATE and DEPTH controls, priced at $72.99 USD. Donner has these scheduled for Spring 2026 as well.
The HUSH Guitar Updates Look Like the Kind of Changes Players Actually Notice
If you already know the HUSH line, the 2026 updates focus on details that change the day-to-day ownership experience. Donner is adding five new colorways across two headless models. The HUSH X Pro Electric Guitar gets White Luxe and Midnight Glow. The HUSH I Pro Electric Acoustic Guitar gets Hawaii Blue, Space Black, and Maillard Fade.
The bigger news is the HUSH I EVO2, which replaces the original HUSH-I that debuted at NAMM 2022. Donner is calling out a list of spec changes that directly affect feel, durability, and setup workflow. The EVO2 moves to a 7-piece Canadian hard maple and African mahogany neck-through body, adds an HPL fretboard with a natural bone nut, updates the undersaddle pickup with Pro version integration, and shifts to a thin C neck profile with a 400mm radius. It also introduces quick-release thumb screws for tool-free assembly, adds a low-battery indicator, and includes enhanced 3-layer binding.
Donner also partnered with Steinberg to bundle software with the HUSH X Pro and HUSH I Pro. The included titles are Cubase LE 15, Cubasis LE 3, and WaveLab Cast. For players who want to record at home without immediately building a full software stack, this is a practical add-on that makes the instrument easier to integrate into a workflow.
Pricing and timing are also clear. Donner lists the HUSH X Pro at $469.99 USD, the HUSH I Pro at $399.99 USD, and the HUSH I EVO2 at $249.99 USD, with availability targeted for Spring 2026. Donner also notes the HUSH X Pro and HUSH I Pro are already available through its Amazon storefront and official webstore, while the HUSH I EVO2 is expected globally in March 2026 at the same price as the original HUSH I.
The HLX-500 Is a Separate Play for Travel-Friendly Players
Outside the HUSH line, Donner is also pushing the HLX-500 headless electric guitar, and this one reads like it is built specifically for portability without reducing playability. Donner lists a lightweight body, an asymmetrical neck profile, and a 24-fret layout. It also includes the company’s integrated locking bridge system and patented headless locking hardware, which is designed to support tuning stability, action and intonation adjustment, and faster string changes.
The pickup configuration is SSH, which is a flexible layout for players who want access to a wider set of tones without swapping instruments. Donner lists the HLX-500 at $329.99 USD, and says it is available now through its site and Amazon store.
Donner’s Electronic Drums Are Moving Deeper Into U.S. Retail
Electronic drums are crowded, so placement and support matter. Donner’s Groove Series is positioned as a U.S.-market release, and the most direct signal is that the Groove Ultra and the Pocket Electronic Drum are now available through Guitar Center and Musician’s Friend.
The Groove Ultra is the flagship, and Donner describes an all-mesh pad setup with a 5-drum, 4-cymbal configuration, including a 12-inch hi-hat with an independent stand and a triple-zone ride cymbal. Donner lists the Groove Ultra at $859.99 USD. On the learning side, Donner partnered with Melodics and is bundling 40 free drum lessons with all Donner electronic drums, redeemable through its website.
The DHP Digital Pianos Look Built for Home Use Without Getting Overcomplicated
The last category Donner is bringing into the NAMM conversation is digital pianos. The DHP Series includes six models, and the positioning is clear. Donner is aiming at players who want an 88-key weighted keyboard with a tuned sound engine in a design that fits into a studio or living space without fighting the room.
Donner is describing these as stage-level playing experiences translated into home setups, and the focus seems to be on everyday use, home performance, and accompaniment. Availability is listed for 2026 through select dealers.
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