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Producer/developer Tim Exile has introduced Finalist, a new application for Mac & Windows that's designed to let you create "release-ready" mixes in minutes. … Read More Finalist Mixing AppView the full article

Behringer has shrunk its UB-Xa synth once again, with the launch of the UB-Xa Mini. According to the brand, it delivers “big sound in a small package”. Behringer released its original UB-Xa in 2023, and it later went on to become the best-selling synth at Thomann. Inspired by Oberheim’s OB-Xa, it became somewhat controversial when Tom Oberheim himself claimed there was “no collaboration” between the two brands. Behringer responded to his comments, and said that it “clearly received consent to use the trademark” and had “utmost respect for the pioneer”... The post Behringer scales down its UB-Xa synth (again) with the “travel-ready” UB-Xa Mini appeared first on MusicTech. …

HEDD Audio is launching the Type 05 A-Core Edition X, a limited anniversary edition of its acclaimed Type 05 A-Core studio monitor. There are just 100 pairs available worldwide, with each offering luxurious detailing and upgraded materials. EDITION X commemorates both HEDD’s 10th anniversary and founder Klaus Heinz, as he celebrates 40 years of pioneering loudspeaker design... The post Gold-plated studio monitors? HEDD Audio’s got you covered… appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Marco Scherer is celebrating his birthday in style with a massive Pay What You Want sale on all Drum Depot packs until October 31st, 2025. Several of them start at €0, meaning you can grab them completely free. If you’ve followed Marco’s work (as I have for years), you’ll know he’s one of the most [...] View post: Drum Depot celebrates with Pay What You Want sale on all drum sample packs View the full article

Tekno is a new drum synthesizer with an impressive sonic range, which joins Baby Audio’s fashionable and powerful lineup of audio plugins... The post Baby Audio Tekno simplifies drum synthesis but is overpriced and flawed appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Christmas is approaching, and with it comes the question of finding gifts that will bring joy and remain meaningful for years to come. Music plays a central role in many families, creating a connection that goes far beyond the moment. The gift Ideas from Thomann address this issue, showcasing the many ways music can surprise and inspire… The post Gift Ideas From Thomann: Make Christmas musical in 2025! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Firmware Update 1.4 introduces MPE, an arpeggiator, multi-part editing for multitimbral patches, new oscillator waveform variants, envelope reset option, and a Sample & Hold waveform for the LFO, among other improvements.… Read More Supercritical Redshift 6 Firmware Update Adds MPE, Arpeggiator, Multi-part Editing and MoreView the full article

Native Instruments has introduced Odes, the third entry in their Evolution series, alongside Lores and Fables.… Read More Native Instruments Releases OdesView the full article

A recent purchase got me all nostalgic and brought back some nice memories of my first proper synth experience with a KORG miniKORG 700 in high school. I’m a sucker for nostalgia, and just recently I was able to wallow in it after purchasing a KORG miniKORG 700Sm, their miniaturised remake of the remake of the original 700S. I was at an event at London’s Musical Museum where KORG were hosting a day of talks and demonstrations, centred around their exhibit there... The post The KORG miniKORG 700 – My First Synth appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

The Beijing-based electronic music festival will feature performances from more than 140 modular artists, 60+ synth exhibitors, 4 master classes, 41 workshops and 2 modular after-parties. … Read More Modular Commune Festival 25 Coming To Beijing November 12-16, 2025View the full article

ELTA Music shared this sneak preview at the Polivoks-8, an eight-voice polyphonic, dual-VCF, bi-timbral analog synthesizer. They plan to make it available in both desktop and 4U rack-mount formats.… Read More ELTA Music Polivoks-8 Polyphonic Synthesizer (Sneak Preview)View the full article

Sound Semiconductor let us know that they've introduced a next-generation Bucket Brigade Delay (BBD) integrated circuit, the SSI2100, that they say is "the first new BBD development in decades". … Read More Sound Semiconductor Intros Next-Generation Bucket Brigade Delay ChipView the full article

Rescopic Sound offers the High Voltage ($60) sound effects library for free to Bedroom Producers Blog readers until October 25th. High Voltage is a meticulously crafted SFX collection aimed at sound designers, composers, and game developers who want to inject high-energy effects into their projects. It’s packed with a wide range of inspiring cinematic sounds, [...] View post: Rescopic Sound High Voltage SFX Library is FREE on BPB until October 25th View the full article

2B Delayed Classic is a creative stereo delay plugin from 2B Played, and you can get it for free for a limited time. The plugin is available in 64-bit AU and VST3 formats for macOS (11.0 and higher) and Windows (11/10/8.1/8 with Visual C++ Redistributable Package). 2B Delayed Classic has a usual retail price of [...] View post: The 2B Delayed Classic creative stereo delay plugin is FREE for a limited time View the full article

MeldaProduction has dropped the price of MDistortionMB, a multiband distortion powerhouse, to just €9 exclusively for BPB readers until October 31st. To grab the deal, use the coupon code BPBMDMB1025 at checkout. MDistortionMB combines some of my favorite amp and multiband processing features into a single, highly flexible distortion engine. It’s more than just another [...] View post: BPB Deal: MeldaProduction MDistortionMB Multiband Distortion Plugin for €9 View the full article

The Akai MPK Mini IV features pitch and modulation wheels, velocity-sensitive RGB backlit MPC pads, a full-color display, USB-C connectivity and more.… Read More AKAI Pro Intros MPK MINI IV, ‘The Ultimate Compact Controller’View the full article

Soul Of The Machine is a 2-CD set of tracks featuring the sounds of classic ARP instruments, ranging from the powerful ARP 2500 modular system, to the 2600, Odyssey, Pro Soloist and Omni. … Read More New Album, Soul Of The Machine, Celebrates 100th Anniversary Of ARP Founder Alan R. PearlmanView the full article

The seven-part educational video series is designed to make learning the fundamentals of synthesis accessible, engaging, and inspiring.… Read More Synthesizing With Moog Video Tutorial SeriesView the full article

Hans Zimmer has commissioned the largest modular synth in the world and is featuring it in his 2025/26 world tour. … Read More Hans Zimmer Debuts The Largest Modular Synthesizer In The WorldView the full article

Sound Particles has introduced GrainDust, a new granular synthesizer - for Mac & Windows - that features 4 fully independent granular layers. … Read More New Software Synth, GrainDust, Features Four Independent Granular LayersView the full article

The Behringer CZ-1 Mini is a hybrid phase distortion synthesizer featuring a 24 dB analog low-pass filter, 16-step sequencer and built-in arpeggiator.… Read More Behringer CZ-1 Mini Phase Distortion Synthesizer Hands-On DemoView the full article

Behringer shared this official demo video for the new UB-Xa MINI, a mini-synth with a synth voice based on their flagship UB-Xa keyboard, which copies the classic Oberheim OB-Xa. … Read More Behringer UB-Xa MINI Analog Synthesizer First LookView the full article

Five years into running Human By Default, Bedouin are marking the milestone with a release that reflects the same patience and purpose they’ve built the label on. Their new single, “Heavy On My Mind,” features London-based producer Robin M and the unmistakable voice of Morcheeba’s SKYE, a track that began as a summer 2024 session and grew naturally into something intimate and affecting. It’s out now as they close off their Saga residency at Club Chinois, one of three residencies they’ve held this summer alongside Scorpios Mykonos and Casa Amour. In the middle of all this touring, the duo’s creative workflow stays anchored by Maschine. It has been central to the label’s ea…

As far as mixing and mastering plugins go, FabFilter makes some of the best in the business. I was first introduced to FabFilter’s Pro-Q and Pro-C EQ and compressor plugins during my uni days nearly 10 years ago, and after subsequently discovering the rest of the brand’s catalogue, I’ve been using them ever since. So when I discovered that our friends at Plugin Boutique are currently offering almost 25% off a range of FabFilter plugins, well, I felt obliged to let you know... The post I use FabFilter plugins every single day and can’t recommend them enough – get these essentials right now at 25% off appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Today we’re showing you three products for producing techno and shake the walls of the club. This setup is the perfect foundation for further expansion. It’s a definitely a perfect match! Today’s topic for our new series, Perfect Match, is producing techno. As always, we’re focusing on three products that we believe offer added value and work well together. As always, these suggestions are meant as recommendations, and we also list a few alternatives. There are many opinions and concepts when it comes to techno production, just as there is a whole universe of different styles and variations... The post Producing Techno with Minimal Gear: These 3 Products are a Perfect Mat…

The Behringer UB-Xa Mini brings the sound of the flagship UB-Xa polysynth to the compact and affordable Mini series. Three oscillators, filter, sequencer—what more could you want? Just two days after the CZ-1 Mini, Behringer has unveiled the UB-Xa Mini, another member of the compact Mini family that was first announced quite a while ago. While the CZ-1 Mini was unashamedly digital, you can immediately tell from the name and the stylish pinstripe design that the UB-Xa Mini is all about analog Oberheim sound... The post Behringer UB-Xa Mini: Oberheim to Go appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Here's an in-depth look at the new Erica Synths + Hexinverter HexDrums analog drum machine. … Read More Erica Synths HexDrums Analog Drum Machine Hands-On ReviewView the full article

The Roto-Control Bitwig Edition features custom keycaps in Bitwig colors and comes with a Bitwig Studio Producer license or a 12-Month Upgrade Plan (for existing Bitwig users).… Read More Bitwig & Melbourne Instruments Roto-Control Bitwig Edition Now AvailableView the full article

Erica Synths has introduced HexDrums, a new analog drum machine - created in collaboration with Hexinverter.… Read More Erica Synths + Hexinverter Intro HexDrums Analog Drum MachineView the full article

Rhythm and movement are essential when it comes to creating compelling narratives. These are delivered handily by the brand new Odes Kontakt instrument – another inspiring partnership between Native Instruments and Evolution Series. Complementing the multi-dimensional textures of Fables and the evolving tones of Lores, Odes uses the series’ familiar interface to bring layered, cinematic rhythm to the fore. With Odes, you can create tempo-synced loops that bring your scores to life with a unique combination of regional folk music and synthesized elements, making it an essential addition to this collection of film, TV, and game scoring tools. In this tutorial, we’ll show yo…