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More than 45 years after synthesist Brian Eno defined 'ambient music', Sonicware has introduced a new synth, LIVEN Ambient Ø, designed specifically for creating immersive ambient soundscapes.… Read More 45 Years After Brian Eno Defined Ambient Music, Sonicware Intros An Ambient SynthesizerView the full article
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Does this video do a better job of exploring the creative possibilities of the Moog Labyrinth?… Read More Moog Labyrinth Tweak-A-ThonView the full article
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Synthesizer maker Oberheim has announced a free v2.0 software update for their OB-X8 polysynth. Synthesis enhancements take center stage in the OB-X8 OS v2.0 update, broadening the instrument’s sound palette with the ability to select simultaneous wave shapes in each oscillator for more complex timbral variations. Along with the OB-X8’s six iconic filter modes from… Read More Oberheim OB-X8 OS v2.0 Update – Binaural, MPE and MoreView the full article
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K-Devices, developer of creative music tools, has released DRIV, a new Max For Live MIDI device. DRIV is a complex sequencer designed to expand a single monophonic pattern up to four melodic lines that can intercept one other across a vast number of combinations. Starting from a monophonic single pattern, DRIV can generate counterpoint sequences… Read More K-DEVICES Releases DRIV – Sequence TravelersView the full article
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Ripple Delay Free is a plugin that aims to give users all the benefits of a multi-tap delay without the often tedious workflow. Davisynth is no stranger to creative delay plugins; towards the end of 2023, the developer gave us Spiral Delay, which has already become a favorite for some. Now, the developer is giving [...] View post: Davisynth offers Ripple Delay Free for macOS and Windows View the full article
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Developer 2B Played makes their bitcrusher 2B Crushed free until July 10th (use coupon code 2BCRUSHED to get the plugin for free). Brian Eno once quipped that the flaws of early digital equipment would be sought after, but I don’t think he ever imagined the slew of bitcrushers on the market today. 2B Played has [...] View post: Get 2B Played’s 2B Crushed FREE For A Limited Time View the full article
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New Loopcloud subscribers will get a free Universal Audio Pultec Passive EQ Collection until August 3, 2024. All three paid Loopcloud tiers come with the free EQ collection, namely Artist ($7.99 monthly), Studio ($11.99 monthly), and Professional ($21.99 monthly). Universal Audio’s Pultec Passive EQ Collection promises to get you “silky‑smooth sounds with a collection of [...] View post: New Loopcloud Subscribers Get Free Universal Audio Pultec Passive EQ Collection View the full article
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iZotope is among the leading brands in the pro-audio industry when it comes to mixing and mastering tools and now you can grab iZotope Ozone 11 Elements for free at Sweetwater (US-only). Ozone is a mastering suite and has long been one of the developer’s flagship products. Ozone 11 (Elements/Standard/Advanced) is the latest version of [...] View post: iZotope Ozone 11 Elements is FREE at Sweetwater (US-only) View the full article
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It’s a new month, and we have a new gift from the folks over at Plugin Boutique, offering Frostbite 2 or EQuivocate free with any purchase. Throughout July 2024, you can grab Frostbite 2 or EQuivocate free with any qualifying purchase at Plugin Boutique. As always, a qualifying purchase is anything with a value above [...] View post: Plugin Boutique’s July Gift offers Frostbite 2 or EQuivocate FREE with any purchase View the full article
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Ableton Live 12.1 is now in public beta. This free update for Ableton’s music performance and production software comes with significant additions and improvements to all editions of Live, including Live Lite, plus Push.… Read More Ableton Live 12.1 Now In Public BetaView the full article
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Did I see dust somewhere? It’s not always easy for the organizers of Superbooth to fit the mega event for the synthesizer scene into May, which is packed with public… Read More The post SUPERBOOTH24 – Synth Expo Berlin (Part 2) appeared first on GreatSynthesizers. View the full article
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250 exhibitors and 50 artists & performers … could be seen this year on four stages at the Leisure and Recreation Center (FEZ) in Köpenick. 7,500 paying visitors and 250… Read More The post SUPERBOOTH24 – Synth Expo Berlin (Part 1) appeared first on GreatSynthesizers. View the full article
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Sinuslabs released Bandbreite – Free Tape, a freeware saturation plugin that can “add warm, analog character to your drums, basses, and 808s.” The open-source plugin is available for VST3 and AU formats for Windows, macOS, and Linux. As Sinuslabs explains, this free plugin delivers the goods, ranging “from subtle warmth to slamming saturation.” Bandbreite is [...] View post: Sinuslabs Releases FREE Bandbreite Tape Saturation Plugin View the full article
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From now until the end of the month, any purchase at ADSR nets you the Waldorf Edition 2 LE, a collection of 3 plugins in a single package. Man, June certainly flew by, didn’t it? A new month means new purchase incentives, and ADSR has a fun one for retro synth lovers. The collection includes [...] View post: Get Waldorf Edition 2 LE FREE With Any Purchase At ADSR View the full article
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Here's an in-depth look at the PWM Mantis synthesizer, a spiritual successor to the EDP Wasp.… Read More PWM Mantis Synthesizer In-Depth ReviewView the full article
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Synthesist and author (Patch & Tweak) Chris Meyer shared this live modular performance of Nightfall: Kyiv.… Read More Live Performance On Eurorack Modular SynthesizerView the full article
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Here are the first hands-on demos of the new Moog Labyrinth Parallel Generative Analog Synthesizer.… Read More Moog Labyrinth Parallel Generative Analog Synthesizer Hands-On DemoView the full article
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Ever wondered what Deep House is? And why it stands out among other house music subgenres? Then this is the article for you! Deep House is known for its smooth, soulful vibes and groovy rhythms. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Deep House, including: Let’s explore! So… What is Deep […] The post What is DEEP HOUSE? Everything You Need to Know in 5min appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article
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While Garson used a large Moog modular system, this video demonstrates how the iconic sound of that album is less a result of the synth than Garson's sound design choices.… Read More Mid-Century Modern Synth Sounds On A Modern SynthView the full article
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Hollance releases Krunch, a FREE filter and saturation effect for macOS and Windows. Krunch is a combination of a low-pass filter and saturation effect. Hollance based the plugin on the One Euro Filter, an algorithm used to filter noisy signals. The One Euro Filter utilizes a first-order low-pass filter that stabilizes signals by reducing jitter [...] View post: Krunch is a new FREE filter and saturation plugin by Hollance View the full article
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On Wednesday, Fracture Sounds launched Blueprint: Feedback Guitar, which is a free electric guitar pad library for the free Kontakt Player. Feedback Guitar is a unique library that “captures the iconic Les Paul playing at its sonic extremes in a large studio.” The developer used the samples to create “a distinctive ambient pad featuring two [...] View post: Fracture Sounds’ Blueprint: Feedback Guitar is a Free Kontakt Player Guitar Pad Library View the full article
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sonicLAB has introduced PolyNodes for Mac & Windows, described as "a cutting-edge sound synthesis / generative audio platform".… Read More sonicLAB PolyNodes Features ‘Cutting-Edge Generative Sound Synthesis Engine’View the full article
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The update introduces new synthesis capabilities, an updated reverb, workflow improvements and more.… Read More Tempera Granular Synth Gets Major Firmware UpdateView the full article
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Moog Music announced today that it has closed the Moog Store in Asheville, NC.… Read More Moog Music Closes Factory Store After 13 YearsView the full article
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Some synthesizers just sound better. Here are the seven best sounding synths currently on the market as chosen by the Gearnews editors – plus a few extra for good measure... The post Best Sounding Synths: 7+ Stellar Analog, Digital and Software Synths appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article
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Ever wondered what Hard Techno (sometimes abbreviated to Hard Tekno) is? And what sets it apart “regular” Techno? Then you’ve come to the right place! Hard Techno is a subgenre of techno music known for its intense, high-energy sound and relentless beats. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Hard Techno, […] The post What is Hard Techno? Everything You Need to Know in 5min appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article
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In the ever-evolving world of music production, the right plugins can transform a simple track into a sonic masterpiece. A plugin is a piece of third-party software that extends the capabilities of your digital audio workstation (DAW), giving you access to new sounds, effects, and utilities. Simply drop one into a channel and away you go. Imagine having an entire orchestra at your fingertips, or the ability to sculpt your signal with the sounds of iconic hardware. From virtual instruments that emulate the warmth of analogue synths to cutting-edge effects that push the boundaries of sound design, the best plugins offer unparalleled creativity. What’s more, t…
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Here's a sneak preview of a new hybrid polysynth, Overcycler.… Read More GliGli Overcycler Hybrid Polyphonic Synthesizer (Sneak Preview)View the full article
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SaschArt dropped the free eChorus plugin, a lightweight Windows and macOS-compatible release. Like all of the developer’s plugins, eChorus is designed with ease of use at the forefront. SaschArt explains, “Whether working on a subtle background effect or a lead part, eChorus offers an amazing sound every time.” The developer continues, saying “This with a [...] View post: SaschArt Drops Free Lightweight eChorus Plugin View the full article
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Sonniss have released a new game audio collection, the GDC 2024 Game Audio Bundle, containing 27.5+ GB of sound assets of all kinds. And best of all, it’s free. Sonniss is a retailer of sound libraries where vendors and sound designers can sell their sample packs. The sounds range from environmental ambiance, tool noises, footsteps, [...] View post: Sonniss GDC 2024 Game Audio Bundle Is A Huge FREE Sound Library View the full article
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