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A new web app that lets you create custom user units (oscillators, modulation FX, delay FX, reverb FX) for the Korg NTS-1 mkII using Pure Data.… Read More Create Custom Korg NTS-1 mkII Oscillators & Effects Using Pure DataView the full article

NoiseRoom UIO has released NoiseRverb, a free convolution reverb plugin that brings the acoustic character of Quito’s historic churches to your DAW. Created by sound designer Jhonatan López (whose free CCMkI: Classic Compressor plugin we featured a while ago) in collaboration with engineers Analí Pinto and Fausto Espinoza, NoiseRverb is more than just a reverb [...] View post: NoiseRverb is a free convolution reverb plugin capturing historic churches in Quito View the full article

Fancy squeezing a Jupiter 8 into your Yamaha Montage, Montage M, MODX or MODX+? Then EasySounds have just what you need! Roland’s Jupiter 8 was, in its day, a big synth. Big in so many ways, not least its sound. And it remains a big synth for many people. The love and desire for the Jupiter 8 sound is still very strong and shows no signs of letting up. Just look at how many recreations there are of it. The post Sounds and Presets – A Jupiter for Your Yamaha appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Ruth Royall has built her reputation on fearless independence. With the upcoming release of her debut album Queen on her own label, Royall Sound, she has stepped fully into self-production. Central to that evolution is Ozone, a tool that has allowed her to take complete control of her mixes while staying focused on what matters most: clear, powerful vocal delivery and bass that translates in any environment... The post Ruth Royall breaks down her vocal-first mastering workflow with Ozone first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article

Polyverse Music has carved out a reputation for plugins that don’t just tweak your sound but completely reinvent how you interact with it. From I Wish to Supermodal and freebies like Wider, they’ve always leaned toward tools that sit at the edge of conventional mixing and full-blown sound design. Filterverse is their flagship filter playground, [...] View post: Filterverse 1.2 Review + GIVEAWAY View the full article

AlphaTheta’s rekordbox DJ software now supports playback from Spotify, allowing Premium Spotify subscribers to utilise its library of over 100 million tracks within their mixes. Spotify’s music catalogue and playlists can be accessed directly from rekordbox, and then mixed with tracks from your rekordbox music library. Spotify’s tracks can be played on all compatible DJ equipment when using Performance mode in rekordbox for Mac/Windows, including any AlphaTheta or Pioneer DJ setup... The post You can now access your Spotify Premium library directly from rekordbox appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Spotify Integration Returns to Algoriddim djay Pro DJs have been asking for it, and it’s finally back: Spotify integration has officially arrived in Algoriddim’s djay Pro. This update means DJs can once again connect their Spotify Premium account directly inside djay Pro and instantly access over 100 million tracks, personal playlists, and curated collections for […]View the full article

Spotify Integration Arrives in rekordbox for Mac/Windows. AlphaTheta has just announced a huge update for DJs: rekordbox for Mac/Windows now supports Spotify integration. This means DJs with a Spotify Premium account can access the streaming platform’s 100M+ track catalogue and billions of playlists directly inside rekordbox, mixing them seamlessly with their existing music library. This […]View the full article

Serato Brings Spotify Integration to Serato DJ Pro and Lite The wait is finally over: Serato Spotify integration has arrived. With the latest Serato DJ Pro update (v3.3.5), DJs can now link their Spotify Premium account directly to Serato DJ Pro and Serato DJ Lite, unlocking access to Spotify’s 100 million+ track library without leaving […]View the full article

Serato, Rekordbox, and Djay Pro have added Spotify as a streaming service to their platforms, bringing the world’s most popular music streaming service back to DJing for the first time in many years. All these platforms now let you select Spotify among the current batch of streaming services, a lineup that includes Apple Music, Tidal, … Continued The post Spotify Comes To Serato, Rekordbox & Djay Pro appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Chicago house DJ, vocalist, and producer Ron Carroll has died at the age of 57. Carroll’s passing was confirmed on Monday (22 September) by fellow DJ and close friend Deonte Pennington, who wrote in a Facebook post: “The news we just received while in this hotel room for my birthday just broke my heart. Was not expecting the call to be that.” No cause of death has been disclosed. The post Chicago house legend and DJ Ron Carroll dies aged 57 appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Relive UMF’s 25th anniversary and secure your spot for Miami 2026 fest as waitlist for next edition opens. Ultra Music Festival has unveiled its brand-new aftermovie, Into Hyperspace, a cinematic journey celebrating the festival’s sold-out 25th anniversary in Miami earlier this year. Produced by UMF Films and FINAL KID FILMS, the aftermovie reimagines the traditional [...] The post Ultra Music Festival Drops Intergalactic 2025 Aftermovie ‘Into Hyperspace’ appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

The developer says that "This app is the best thing that can happen to a Matriarch or Grandmother user who takes his workflow seriously."… Read More New Global Settings Editor For Moog Grandmother & MatriarchView the full article

From @synthandsoftware - It’s affordable, it has polyphonic aftertouch, and its lineage traces back to the 1981 Pro-One The view from this armchair: Sequential’s new analog synth is destined to become popular with a lot of musicians. One reason is the price, of course. But the polyphonic aftertouch feature alone makes a statement: this is an instrument designed […] The post Sequential Fourm 4-Voice Analog Synth appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

This week, exciting plugin deals from Soundtoys, AIR Music Technology, and Softube should be of interest to many of you. It’s rare to have the opportunity to purchase such a diverse range of tools from three renowned manufacturers at reduced prices simultaneously. Soundtoys effects are valued for their organic coloring and creative possibilities. Meanwhile, AIR Music Technology and Softube deliver detailed emulations of classics that shaped entire decades’ sounds. The current offers are a great way to save money and expand your setup with characterful tools that will provide fresh inspiration. Plugin Boutique is offering the three Soundtoys plugins, Decapitator, Little AlterBoy, and EchoBoy, at up to 68% off. This makes the offer interesting for anyone looking for easy-to-use, versatile sound editing tools that deliver high-quality sound in a variety of musical contexts... The post Soundtoys, AIR Music Technology, Softube: 3 Ultimate Software Deals! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

It's not only Sequential's most affordable polyphonic synth, but the Fourm is the company's most affordable synthesizer to date.… Read More Sequential Fourm Offers Four-Voice Polyphony, Polyphonic Aftertouch For $999 View the full article

Windows-G has released E-PeakClipper500, a free JSFX clipper plugin for REAPER, but also compatible with other DAWs via the free YSFX wrapper. While we usually focus on software that’s DAW-agnostic, I think this one’s worth your attention even if you’re not a REAPER user, mainly because you can run it in other DAWs using the [...] View post: Windows-G releases E-PeakClipper500, a FREE clipper JSFX plugin View the full article

Reason 13 is the latest version of the popular DAW from Reason Studios, and it’s available with a massive 60% discount for a limited time. The special offer at AudioDeluxe ends on September 29, 2025. The discount reduces Reason 13 from $499 to $199, which is pretty epic. I can see that there’s also a [...] View post: Massive 60% discount on Reason 13 at AudioDeluxe for a limited time View the full article

LFOstore has introduced Ambika - a new sound library for the Yamaha DX7, featuring "ambient and analog-like tones".… Read More New Sounds For Old Synths: 32 New Yamaha DX7 PatchesView the full article

When you’re producing electronic dance music, few elements are as important as the kick and the bass. Nailing the kick can mean the difference between a track that gets ignored and one that shakes the dance floor. In this guide, you’ll discover how to select, tune, and process the perfect kick drum so your low-end hits hard and sits beautifully in the mix. The post The Secret to the Perfect Kick Drum in Electronic Dance Music appeared first on EDM Tips. View the full article

When it comes to mixing electronic music, the kick and bass relationship is absolutely pivotal. These elements not only provide groove but form the very foundation your track is built upon—just like the solid base of a skyscraper. Yet, for many producers, achieving that punchy, tight, and professional low end remains elusive. If you find your mixes still “falling flat” compared to your favorite artists, you might be making one (or more!) of the four common mistakes, so today, we’ll break down these levels of kick and bass wizardry, helping you turn your low end from messy to massive. The post 4 FATAL Mistakes Ruining Your Low End Mix RIGHT NOW appeared first on EDM Tips. View the full article

Occult Audio has released Obscura, a free virtual instrument for macOS and Windows designed for creating dark, evolving soundscapes. Obscura is a fun sample-based plugin built around a minimal interface and ten atmospheric drones. This marks Occult Audio’s first plugin that doesn’t require Kontakt or Kontakt Player, so there are basically no limitations to running [...] View post: Occult Audio releases Obscura, a FREE virtual instrument for dark drones View the full article

Sick Noise Instruments has released NoizeBreaker, a sci-fi-inspired SFX library for Kontakt (full version required), and it’s available for FREE for a limited time via Pluginomat. NoizeBreaker is packed with over 200 futuristic sound effects designed for trailers, video games, and various electronic music genres (although mainly Datsik-style dubstep comes to mind for sounds like [...] View post: Sick Noise Instruments NoizeBreaker Is FREE For A Limited Time View the full article

Apogee Electronics has released Clearmountain Dance, a $29 delay plugin for macOS and Windows that recreates the chaotic stereo delay Bob Clearmountain accidentally stumbled upon during the mixing of David Bowie’s Let’s Dance. Clearmountain Dance is the latest entry in the Clearmountain plugin series, offering an inspiring delay effect packed into a conveniently compact form [...] View post: Apogee releases Clearmountain Dance, a $29 delay plugin inspired by David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance” View the full article