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AUBE (Audio Unit Box Explorer) is designed to provide an overview of your audio units, effects and instruments, automatically listed and classified.… Read More AUBE 2 AUv3 Plugin Organizer Updated With Mac Compatibilty & MoreView the full article

Sinevibes has released Array 4, a major update to their spectral sequencer effect plugin for Linux, Mac & Windows.… Read More Sinevibes Array Spectral Sequencer For Linux, Mac & WindowsView the full article

Here's an in-depth look at MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE), a standard that enables per-note expressive control over pitch, volume, timbre and more.… Read More MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) DemystifiedView the full article

Here's an in-depth look at how to recreate the classic funk lead from Roy Ayers’ classic track, 'Everybody Loves the Sunshine'.… Read More How To Patch A Classic Funk Lead On The ARP 2600View the full article

VProm is a virtual instrument that emulates the EPROM-based drum machines of the 80s, primarily the LM-1. … Read More VProm 3 Emulates & Expands On Vintage EPROM-Based Drum MachinesView the full article

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In this week’s edition of Software Deals, you can save on Moog Moogerfooger plugins, Steinberg Nuendo, u-he’s awesome Prophet emulation, Baby Audio Transit 2, and more! Moog’s famous Moogerfooger line of analog effects boxes has sadly been discontinued for quite some time now. Luckily, the manufacturer created authentic software emulations of the most important Moogerfoogers, including the MF-101S Lowpass Filter, MF-103S 12-Stage Phaser, and MF-108S Cluster Flux. Thanks to virtual CV inputs, you can even cross-modulate between plugins. And now’s a great time to add them to your collection! All individual Moogerfooger Plugins are currently on sale, as are the Custom Bundle…

Kevin Saunderson, a true pioneer of Detroit techno, has influenced generations of music producers. Beyond his iconic “Reese bass” and countless contributions to electronic music, Saunderson’s approach to creating music offers important lessons for aspiring and established producers alike. In a recent interview with Resident Advisor, he shared insights into his creative process. We’ve highlighted five key production tips from Saunderson’s interview that can help you in your music-making, from embracing “happy accidents” to the importance of balancing hardware and software in modern music... The post 5 music production tips from techno legend Kevin Saunderson first appeared…

Meze Audio has again crafted another pair of very high-end planar-magnetic headphones, POET. POET, priced at $2,000 no less, are described by the luxury Romanian manufacturer as “a carefully crafted audio masterpiece inviting listeners to experience a journey through inner worlds – where sound, emotion, and purpose intertwine”. They offer a more compact design compared to the brand’s flagship planar magnetic ELITE headphones (rated 9/10 by MusicTech)... The post These high-end headphones cost $2,000 but are “a carefully crafted audio masterpiece” appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

What makes music stand the test of time? According to FINNEAS, avoiding production choices that act as “watermarks” of a specific era — such as trendy synths and drum sounds — can be a good place to start. He also adds that keeping it simple in the recording setup (using just one mic, for example), can yield some pretty impressive results. In a recent interview with Tape Op, the acclaimed producer, songwriter and brother of Billie Eilish shares insights into his creative approach, noting how his production style has become more refined and “minimal” over the years. The post “I should’ve used a synth that wasn’t so trendy”: FINNEAS on avoiding outdated production choices a…

Burn your own EPROMs for hardware drum machines and much more with the LM-1-emulating Aly James Lab VProm 3.0 plugin. VProm, an LM-1-emulating drum machine plugin from Aly James Lab, first dropped back in 2014. With its attention to detail, such as accurate variable sample rate emulation of classic DACs and its ability to load swappable EPROM samples, it’s been a firm favorite among those in the know. Now there’s a new update that adds even more features... The post Aly James Lab VProm 3.0: Drum Machine Plugin Now With EPROM Burner, More appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

They say that they've shipped the first modules, and plan to ship a lot more in the the late February/early March 2025 timeframe.… Read More WMD PM Performance Mixer mkII Now ShippingView the full article

Pipo modules are plug-and-play, standalone MIDI control boards that can be used independently or together, wired or wirelessly.… Read More Pipo Interfaces Offer An Open Source Solution For Creative MIDI ControlView the full article

The competition showcases new musical instruments from creative engineers who are pushing the boundaries of instrument design.… Read More The 2025 Guthman Musical Instrument Competition Finalists Will Blow Your MindView the full article

Last October, Audiomodern introduced Soundbox. The free, fully customisable MPE sampler allows users to create “bespoke” instruments from scratch – the only cost being any library expansions you may desire. Thankfully, even some library content is available for free… The post One of the Bay Area’s top ambient producers has created a sample library for Soundbox – and it’s totally free appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Would you like to be the proud owner of a Yamaha CS-60? There’s one currently up for sale on Reverb, and it’s had over $19,000 slashed off its asking price. You’ll still need deep pockets, though, as its discounted price is still $35,000… The CS-60 was first released in 1977 as a smaller version of Yamaha’s CS-80 synth, and has been used by artists such as Air, Gary Numan, Stevie Wonder, and more. This particular model is described as being in excellent condition... The post Save $19,000 on this completely restored Yamaha CS-60 – but you’ll still need deep pockets appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Hardware samplers of the mid-80s and 90s are utterly outclassed by modern software samplers, but there are still producers who use them religiously. Workflow is a factor, but this feeds into a more fundamental attraction: The sound. Limited bit depths, downsampling to save memory, comparatively crude processing algorithms and relatively unsophisticated analogue input and output electronics combine to give classic samplers a distinct — and often genre-defining — sonic character. Fundamentally, this is just a blended sauce of different distortion flavours... The post Production tips: Exploring digital distortion and mimicking retro samplers appeared first on Music…

Before a song can shine in production, it has to stand strong on its own – such is the philosophy FINNEAS swears by as he balances his roles as a songwriter and producer. The 27-year-old Grammy-winning producer, best known for his work with his sister Billie Eilish, released his self-produced sophomore album, For Cryin’ Out Loud! last October. Discussing his creative approach in a new Tape Op interview, FINNEAS shares a conversation he recently had with St. Vincent, who, too, produced her latest album All Born Screaming... The post Why you should “bail on bad ideas instead of pumping them through $20,000 of outboard gear”, according to FINNEAS appeared first on …

TuneCore has launched an advanced trends and analytics dashboard, “designed to equip artists with deeper insights and performance metrics to accelerate their growth”. The dashboard is now available globally to all TuneCore artists, letting self-releasing creators track their streaming success, optimise their release strategies, and discover new opportunities for career advancement... The post If you’re an independent producer, TuneCore has just released an advanced analytics dashboard that will improve your life appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Happy birthday, Plugin Boutique! For no less than 13 years, the software reseller has been quenching our thirst for the latest effect plugins and software instruments. Thanks for that! Plugin Boutique is celebrating its 13th anniversary with a month of sales and huge discounts. What’s more, they even throw in a free synth from Steinberg as a bonus until the beginning of March. Check out these Anniversary Deals – there’s something for everyone! Here’s to a dozen years! Plugin Boutique is celebrating its 13th anniversary this month, and that means huge discounts and lots of awesome deals for you! Whether you’re looking for software synths or effect plugins and bundles for m…

Eternal Engine Electronic Music Instruments shared this brief demo of the MARS Polyphonic Tube Synthesizer, before shipping it out. Here’s what they have to say about it: “MARS – the first polyphonic synthesizer based on vacuum tubes. The power and flexibility of oscillators based on the famous R-2R DAC TDA1387, combined with the original fully… Read More MARS Polyphonic Tube Synthesizer Now ShippingView the full article

RipplerX is an awesome free physical modeling synth similar to AAS Chromaphone and Ableton Collision! This week’s roundup of the best free plugins also features two new dynamic processors: FeenstaubTC and Attractor. If you’re familiar with physical modeling synths such as AAS Chromaphone 3, you already have an idea of what this awesome open-source synth can do. RipplerX is a physical modeling synth with dual resonators, each offering a choice of nine different models: String, Beam, Squared, Membrane, Drumhead, Plate, Marimba, Open tube, and Closed tube. The post RipplerX, FeenstaubTC, Attractor: Free Plugins of the Week appeared first on gearnews.com. View…

This looks pretty cool, 48 hours left before the intro price ends ... €99 (€199) About Flexible and often profound, Mosaiq is a chameleon-like workhorse that begs to be explored, yielding creative and inspiring results. But don’t just take our word for it, these articles and reviews speak for themselves! https://www.uvi.net/mosaiq Instant gratification - easy to use and massively capable Create limitless sounds using 8 keys and 5 interactive effects Perform with 180+ ready to use chord progressions Animate with a powerful MIDI sequencing engine Refine with 100 modular FX chains, or create your own Explore with an advanced preset generation engine Play Discover an innovati…

The Bob Moog Foundation shared this mini-documentary about the Oberheim Matrix-12 synthesizer, considered by many to be one of the greatest synths ever created.… Read More The Story Of The Matrix-12 Synthesizer With Tom OberheimView the full article

In this week’s edition of Tops and Flops, we look at some of the most exciting and infuriating developments in the world of audio and music. If you’re familiar with Maselec’s ultra-high-end audio processing tools, you’re probably a professional mastering engineer. The MLA-4 is a nearly $8000 multiband compressor/expander that has been recreated as a plugin through the company’s collaboration with Relab Development... The post Tops and Flops: Plugins, Pedals, and Platforms appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Arturia has kicked off 2025 with a bang by launching the sixth iteration of its powerful sound design software Pigments. Front and center in the lineup of new features is a new Vocoder, which enables producers to get truly creative with voice modulation. There’s also a new Modal engine, new filters and modulators, and an improved user interface... The post Arturia launches Pigments 6, the sixth iteration of its powerful sound design software appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

What do you get when you combine a poly synth with tubes? The Eternal Engine MARS, the world’s first polyphonic synthesizer based on vacuum tubes. There are all kinds of synthesizers out there, from analog to digital and all hybrid points between. What you don’t see so often though are tube-based synths. There’s the gorgeous but fabulously expensive Knif Audio Knifonium, the Korg Volca Nubass, and Erica Synths Fusion System II. None of these are polyphonic though. For that, you need Eternal Engine MARS. The post Eternal Engine MARS Is the 4-Voice Polyphonic Tube Synth of Your Dreams appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Dreamtonics has introduced Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro, a major update to their flagship vocal synthesis application.… Read More Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro Creates More Realistic Virtual Vocals & Is Up To 300% FasterView the full article

You unleash the power of your wavetable synthesizer when you make your own wavetables. And it’s easier to do than you think. Originally developed by Wolfgang Palm in the late 1970s as a digital alternative to analog, wavetable synthesis has really taken off in the last 20 years. They key to its success? A one-two punch of movement and sonic power. The post Make Your Own Wavetables and Get Creative with Wavetable Synthesizers appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

ML Sound Labs released Mikko Reflex Free, a free-to-use edition of their flagship guitar cabinet simulator. According to ML Sound Labs, Mikko Reflex is the “most sophisticated guitar cab sim in the world.” If you feel intrigued, they now offer a demo version of the plugin for free – either as a stand-alone application, VST3, [...] View post: ML Sound Labs released Mikko Reflex free version for Mac and Windows View the full article