Music Production Forum

You’ve probably noticed it: some tracks mastered at -10 LUFS sound smoother than others mastered at -12 LUFS. On paper, the louder one should feel more aggressive — but in practice, it often doesn’t. The difference comes down to crest factor, spectral balance, and ear-sensitive frequency ranges. View the full article

UnitedPlugins is offering a massive 87% discount on FireCharger, an intelligent spectral enhancer plugin developed by FireSonic, and this deal is available exclusively here at Bedroom Producers Blog until October 1st. FireCharger is designed to add energy and character to dull-sounding tracks. It combines intelligent spectral dynamics, analog-style tape saturation, and a high-frequency exciter to [...] View post: BPB DEAL: 87% OFF UnitedPlugins FireCharger until October 1st View the full article

Daniel Gergely has updated Spirals, his creative pitch-shifting delay plugin, introducing a new free version alongside an improved preset browser and a host of performance upgrades. If the name sounds familiar, that’s because we covered the free beta of Spirals back in 2022. The concept was promising even then, but it’s come a long way [...] View post: Daniel Gergely releases free version of Spirals pitch-shifting delay plugin View the full article

The ALT features five analog voices, a stereo filter inspired by the Korg MS-20, patch-matrix editing, 4 modulation sources and more.… Read More Cyma Forma ALT Unboxing, Overview, & First ImpressionsView the full article

23MS-ED is a free stereo tool that allows you to process the mid and side channels independently. The plugin is available in AU and VST3 formats for macOS and Windows, and you can download it directly from the developer’s Gumroad profile after entering a value of €0 or greater. Apple users will encounter the familiar [...] View post: 23DSP releases FREE 23MS-ED Mid/Side Encoder/Decoder plugin (open beta) View the full article

The Aerophone Brisa combines the design and key layout of a traditional flute with Roland's SuperNATURAL Winds sound engine.… Read More Roland Intros Aerophone Brisa Flute-Style Digital Wind InstrumentView the full article

Artists in DSP has released version 1.1 of MYON, a unique recursive reverb plugin for macOS and Windows. To celebrate the update, the plugin is available for free until September 22. Just use the code MYONBPB at checkout. To clarify, you’ll be asked to enter any amount on the product page before proceeding to checkout. [...] View post: Artists in DSP MYON 1.1 Reverb Plugin is FREE for BPB readers until September 22 View the full article

Alonso Sound has released the Revealed Free Tryout Archive, a massive free sound pack compiled from over 400 commercial sound design releases on the Revealed Recordings label. The Revealed Free Tryout Archive includes an astonishing 3,459 sounds, split into 2,278 samples, 1,074 synth presets, and 107 MIDI files. It covers all the major soft synths [...] View post: Alonso Sound offers over 3.5 GB of FREE sounds and 30% OFF Sale View the full article

Dezert Audio has released Freq-2 ($200), a vintage synth-inspired sample instrument for Kontakt and Kontakt Player. Subscribe to Dezert Audio’s newsletter to get $50 off. Freq-2 is a sample-based instrument with some of the most inspiring synth presets I’ve heard recently, all captured in high detail and packed into a neat Kontakt interface. The plugin [...] View post: Dezert Audio releases Freq-2, a premium Kontakt instrument built from a rare analog synth collection View the full article

Mario Nieto just released a bunch of legacy Max for Live devices for free! While the devices are free, you still need Ableton and Max for Live, which are both paid software. This suite is comprised of legacy devices, so there are no updates or support, and there might be some bugs here and there. [...] View post: Get Mario Nieto’s Max for Live Legacy Pack for FREE View the full article

French producer Boris Way has carved out a niche for himself in the melodic tech house scene by embracing contrast. His latest single Uber On Call, which is out now via Ultra Records, is a low-end-heavy dancefloor record driven by a sleek groove and a weightless top line. It marks a shift toward a punchier, more refined sound that still allows for emotional expression. That evolution didn’t happen by accident. Boris credits Transient Master as a key part of how he shapes his kicks, claps, and percussion. Used on individual channels and buses alike, the plugin helps him walk the line between clarity and fullness without having to squash the mix. In this interview, we talke…

Revel in the gorgeous sound of pure unadulterated electricity with these traditional-style analog synths. Hybrid synths are all the rage these days. While I’m the first to admit that something special can happen when you combine analog with digital, sometimes you want to go back to the basics and enjoy the pure sound of musical electricity. It’s how this whole synthesizer thing started, after all, and there are plenty of manufacturers keeping the torch for traditional-style analog synths alight... The post 7 of the Best Traditional-Style Analog Synths: Back to Basics appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Last month, a Reddit user spotted Teenage Engineering posters teasing the release of some mysterious EP-40 and EP-2350 models this Autumn. However, we might be one step closer to knowing what the models might be, thanks to YouTuber Koji Seto and a since-deleted post by Japanese instrument retailer Rock oN Company. Rock oN Company’s X post showcased multiple photos of what is assumed to be Teenage Engineering’s new gear. If the photos are real, the company is set to release a battery-powered mixer, presumably the EP-40, as well as a new EP-2350 Riddim Supertone sampler... The post Teenage Engineering leak suggests a new two-channel mixer and reggae-inspired sampler are on …

sonicLAB has introduced Fundamental 4, a major update to its sound synthesis application based on early electronic music tools.… Read More sonicLAB Fundamental 4 Combines Old-School Synthesis Tools With AI Patching CapabilitiesView the full article

Behringer has reintroduced the BM-15M Resonance Filter, a knockoff of the Moog MF-105 MuRF pedal.… Read More Berhringer Brings Back Moog MuRF Knockoff With New NameView the full article

DSTRTD has introduced Malleable, a new application for macOS and iPad that lets create custom synthesizers, effects and more.… Read More New Mac, iOS App, Malleable, Lets You Build Custom Synths, Effects & MoreView the full article

Signal Perspective has released Pyrite, a free preamp saturation and dynamics plugin for Windows and macOS. If you’ve been following the BPB news section, you’ll recognize the name Signal Perspective from our articles about Trailbender and the Grindbox MK2. Those plugins set a high bar for freeware plugins, and Pyrite continues that tradition with a [...] View post: Signal Perspective releases Pyrite, a FREE preamp simulation plugin View the full article

The Infinite Crate (Alpha) is a VST plugin that integrates Lyria RealTime directly into your DAW, eliminating barriers to interactively create, control, and perform music in real-time. If you haven’t heard of Lyria RealTime, it’s an experimental AI model that produces instrumental music in real time. It creates music based on dynamic prompts and configuration [...] View post: The Infinite Crate (Alpha): Lyria RealTime’s AI-generated music creation in your DAW View the full article

Here's an overview of the Synthesis Technology Cloud Terrarium & Quad Morphing VCO modules in VCV Rack. … Read More Synthesis Technology Cloud Terrarium & Quad Morphing VCO In VCV RackView the full article

An updated biography of Jean-Michel Jarre is scheduled to be published on October 17, 2025 and is now available to pre-order.… Read More Jean-Michel Jarre Biography Coming Oct 17thView the full article

Boreta’s new single “Back to Life,” created with the ethically-trained AI vocal model Ai.mogen, isn’t trying to hide its foundations in any way. But at the same time, it’s not synthetic for the sake of novelty and instead leans heavily into transparency, intentionality, and is built around emotion. The track was released in May 2025 as the final single from his solo album, Hear the Listener, which landed in early June of the same year. As a founding member of The Glitch Mob and one-half of the ambient duo Superposition, Boreta has spent the better part of two decades using Native Instruments tools to shape unpredictable, human-feeling music out of software. We caught up w…

Skorpion is an 8-stage analog wavefolder that allows you to precisely mangle simple waveforms into complex shapes with a hands-on fader interface.… Read More WMD Skorpion Waveform Reanimator Available To Pre-OrderView the full article

AmpliTube is back with one of its more enjoyable giveaways! AmpliTube 5 CS is the free version of their AmpliTube 5 guitar and bass workstation. This September, you can get three premium rack effects free of charge! The offer is meant for new users, but fear not. We have a trick here at BPB for [...] View post: Get three AmpliTube CS 5 rack effects for FREE in limited time offer View the full article

W.A. Production offers Obsidian, a modulation-based multi-FX plugin, for free exclusively on Bedroom Producers Blog until October 1st. Please note that this is an exclusive, limited-time offer. Obsidian normally sells for $39.90, but you can grab it for free via the link at the bottom of this page. W.A. Production Obsidian Obsidian is a creative [...] View post: Get W.A. Production Obsidian for FREE on BPB until October 1st View the full article

Function Loops has released Cinematic Cyberpunk, a previously paid ($17.90) sample pack that is now available as a free download. The developer also recently dropped another free pack called Organix: Indie Electronica, but more on that later. As I’ve mentioned in the recent Polyend Bliss Chords article, we’ve shifted away from covering traditional WAV sample [...] View post: Function Loops releases Cinematic Cyberpunk sample pack for FREE (was $17.90) View the full article

IK Multimedia has slashed the price of Space Delay, its lush tape echo emulation, to just $10 at AudioDeluxe (regular price $99.99). The offer is valid until September 30th, and it’s an absolute steal if you’re into vintage echo effects. Space Delay is IK Multimedia’s detailed recreation of the iconic Roland RE-201 Space Echo, a [...] View post: IK Multimedia Space Delay is only $10 at AudioDeluxe until September 30th View the full article

Molecular Bytes has released AtomicReverbFree, a completely free algorithmic reverb plugin for Windows and macOS. Built on the same core as the developer’s flagship AtomicReverb 2, this free and lightweight version focuses on essential controls without sacrificing sound quality. That said, let me point out that despite being a stripped-down version, AtomicReverbFree isn’t a demo. [...] View post: Molecular Bytes releases AtomicReverbFree, a FREE algorithmic reverb plugin View the full article

If you’re interested in learning music production and want to start using Native Instruments tools, but aren’t quite sure where to start, read on. In this blog, you’ll learn the key differences between Kontakt, Komplete, and Komplete Kontrol and how each product can enrich your music production workflow. Let’s break down each one of these tools within the NI ecosystem so you can decide which ones belong in your music production toolkit... The post Kontakt vs. Komplete vs. Komplete Kontrol: a beginner’s guide to Native Instruments first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article

The Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M is a compact desktop module with a huge range, from classic PPG tones to modern wavetable magic.… Read More Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M Synthesizer ReviewView the full article

Here's an in-depth review of the new Dreadbox Artemis analog polyphonic synthesizer.… Read More Dreadbox Artemis Analog Synth ReviewView the full article