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Developer Momo Müller let us know that he's introduced Circuit Rhythm Editor, a third-party editor and controller for the Novation Circuit Rhythm.… Read More New VST & Standalone Editor For The Novation Circuit RhythmView the full article

Lese Audio Technologies shared this preview for Hikari, described as 'an ocean-themed random reverb'.… Read More Hikari Stochastic Reverberator For Mac & WindowsView the full article

SOUNDRAW has launched Beat the Future, a global beatmaking contest with a $2,500 prize pool and a free trial for its AI-powered music creation platform. The Tokyo-based developer describes SOUNDRAW as an ethical, artist-first AI music generator, built entirely on original, in-house content. There’s no scraped data. With this contest, they’re inviting beatmakers, vocalists, and [...] View post: SOUNDRAW launches “Beat the Future” contest with $2,500 in prizes and free access View the full article

Excite Audio has recently released the Lifeline Lite Bundle, which includes a pair of creative multi-effect plugins: Lifeline Console Lite and Lifeline Expanse Lite. You can get the bundle for free for a limited time at Plugin Boutique. We recently featured the Lifeline Format Multiband Bitcrusher, which is also free on Plugin Boutique (when you register a [...] View post: Get the Lifeline Lite Bundle FREE at Plugin Boutique (Limited Time Offer) View the full article

Ryu Yabana has released Taped Drum Kits, a free collection of analog drum samples processed through cassette tape. It’s been a while since we’ve covered a simple WAV drum pack on BPB, but this one grabbed my attention right away. I’m a massive fan of retro drums and cassette tape saturation, so any combination of [...] View post: Ryu Yabana releases Taped Drum Kits, a FREE analog drum sample pack View the full article

Audiolatry offers RetroSynth (€28), the full version of their retro-inspired sample-based instrument plugin, as a free download for a limited time. Previously, we took a look at RetroSynth Lite, a slimmed-down free edition of the instrument. Now, Audiolatry is offering the complete RetroSynth at no cost for anyone interested in adding retro synth tones to [...] View post: Audiolatry RetroSynth is FREE for a limited time View the full article

The jam features an amazing set of instruments, including dual Moog modular systems, an Oberheim Eight Voice SEM and a Roland Jupiter-8. … Read More Live Improvisation For Dual Vintage Moog Modular Synthesizers & DrumsView the full article

In his latest loopop video, host Ziv Eliraz shares an in-depth review Donner Essential L1, a modern take on the classic Roland SH-101. … Read More Donner Essential L1 Synthesizer Offers Modern Take On The Classic Roland SH-101View the full article

AirBending is a macOS app that transforms hand gestures into musical expression using computer vision and MIDI technology.… Read More Gestural Synth Jam With AirbendingView the full article

The Logal Vocal Synth is similar to some '70s 'orchestration' keyboards, which combined combined multiple synthesis approaches.… Read More Shut Up & Play: Sounds Of The Rare Logan Vocal SynthView the full article

Nine Inch Nails has released 'As Alive As You Need Me To Be,' a preview of their upcoming soundtrack to Tron: Ares. … Read More Nine Inch Nails Releases Single From Upcoming Tron: Ares Soundtrack, As Alive As You Need Me To BeView the full article

Flechtwerk merges the advanced synthesis capabilities of Plaits with a streamlined, performance-friendly interface—ready for bold, creative sound design across any genre.… Read More Free Synth, Flechtwerk, Offers 24 Synthesis Engines Based On Mutable Instruments PlaitsView the full article

Seattle, WA synth store Patchwerks has permanently closed. … Read More Seattle Synth Store Patchwerks Has ClosedView the full article

Welcome to the BPB Community Plugin Exchange Thread for July 2025! 😊 Use this thread to give away unused license keys to fellow BPB community members. Let’s help each other while respecting developers and the community! Read the Thread Guidelines 💬 This section of our community is where BPB readers can share links to the latest [...] View post: 🤝 Plugin Exchange Thread – July 2025 View the full article

Software has offered the ReContour waveshaping compressor plugin as a free download while supplies last. At the time of writing, there are still over 1,000 free licenses available. ReContour usually sells for $49.99, but you can claim a license for free by visiting the promo page and submitting your email address. Stagecraft will send you [...] View post: Stagecraft Software offers ReContour waveshaping compressor plugin for FREE (1,000 licenses remaining) View the full article

Expressive E has released Soliste, a physically modeled string instrument suite built for real-time expression. The collection includes four solo strings—violin, viola, cello, and double bass. Each one is designed to respond organically to your gestures and playing dynamics. Building on the legacy of their Arché Collection, Soliste is more than just an update. It’s [...] View post: Expressive E releases Soliste, a new MPE-ready string plugin suite (INTRO PRICE ENDS TODAY) View the full article

Gooey Audio has released The Snake, a versatile modulation and filtering plugin, and is offering their brand-new Shimmer plugin for free until July 25th. Let’s start with Shimmer, the freebie. Gooey Audio Shimmer Shimmer is a compact dimension expander designed to quickly add space and depth to your sound. At its core, it’s built for [...] View post: Gooey Audio releases The Snake with 20% off and the new Shimmer plugin FREE until July 25! View the full article

The Crow Hill Company released Solo Bodhrán and Acid Synth earlier this year, before rebranding for Season Two. Bridge Guitar is the first release since the rebrand. Bridge Guitar focuses on a particular sound that started in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, around 2010: the rubber bridge sound. The rubber bridge innovation is credited to Reuben [...] View post: The Crow Hill Company releases Bridge Guitar, the latest addition to the FREE vaults series View the full article

EQ Academy is a gamified ear-training tool with 100 interactive levels designed to sharpen your ears and your technique. Whatever you’re studying, nothing teaches you more than hands-on experience, and that’s what you get from EQ Academy. EQ Academy is free to all Mastering The Mix newsletter subscribers; I know newsletter subscriptions and email addresses [...] View post: Mastering The Mix releases EQ Academy, a FREE ear-training tool for music producers View the full article

Canvas Audio is currently offering a sitewide sale on plugins and sample packs. Amid all discounts, you can also pick up their new Honeycomb Bass OD free of charge. The list price is $49, so if you want to buzz up your low end without lowering your net worth, this is the time. You can [...] View post: Get Honeycomb Bass OD by Canvas Audio FREE for a limited time View the full article

Deskew Technologies has released Gig Performer Essentials, an entry-level, budget-friendly edition of its live performance plugin host. Designed for musicians, Gig Performer Essentials delivers the flexibility of the full version in a more focused, streamlined package. Inspired by Professionals. Refined for Everyone. Gig Performer was originally developed by touring musicians to address the shortcomings of… Read More Gig Performer Essentials Now AvailableView the full article

The Launch Control XL mk3 is designed to give you hands-on control of your entire workflow, whether you’re in the box, DAWless, or somewhere in between.… Read More Novation Launch Control XL mk3 Now AvailableView the full article

Ghost Note Audio has released Spectrum Thief, a free EQ-matching plugin for Windows and macOS. If the name Ghost Note Audio sounds unfamiliar, don’t start doubting your knowledge of current VST plugin developers. This is the first time I’m checking out their plugins, too. However, it was interesting to see that they are now hosting [...] View post: Ghost Note Audio releases FREE Spectrum Thief EQ-matching plugin View the full article

The Lucky Harp delivers the sound of a 26-string diatonic Celtic harp (in the key of C major) and requires the full version of Native Instruments Kontakt (5.3 and higher). The library’s usual cost is $30, but it’s currently reduced to $10 for a limited time (the offer ends on Monday, July 21, 2025). However, [...] View post: The Lucky Harp Kontakt library by Bad Cat Samples is FREE with a promo code View the full article

Loopy Pro is like "musical Lego". You can add loops, one-shots, and buttons to the canvas along with customized sliders, dials, XY pads, clip slicers, encoders, grids, and more.… Read More Loopy Pro 2.0 Adds MIDI Clips, Polyphonic Clip Playback & MoreView the full article

Developer Iftah Gabbai has released Sting 2, an expressive, improvisational acid line performance system.… Read More Sting 2 Acid Line Performance System Now Available For Name Your Own PriceView the full article

Forever 89 have released a major update to Visco, their sample-modeling drum machine for Mac & Windows, that adds synth capabilities.… Read More Visco Drum Machine Now Also A SynthesizerView the full article

Sonatura has released MIDIGator, a MIDI-controlled audio gate plugin for macOS and Windows, which is currently available for free (regularly priced at $10). MIDIGator is a simple but practical MIDI plugin that lets you control audio gating using any MIDI note or sustain pedal input. It works across all MIDI channels and responds immediately to [...] View post: Sonatura Offers MIDIGator MIDI Gate Plugin FREE for a Limited Time View the full article

From @synthandsoftware - Sonatura Audio has meticulously analyzed a collection of vintage guitar amps – Noir Tones is the first in a set of three plugins dedicated to preserving their sound. PRESS ANNOUCEMENT This plugin from Sinatra Audio is based on three amps from the early days of electrified jazz guitar, and has been made in conjunction with […] The post New Amp Simulations For The Jazz Community appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

From @synthandsoftware - Sines delivers big inspiration at a small price, offering a curated set of genre-specific sounds without compromise – 44 patches and 7 Multis delivers smooth R&B and Trap Soul tones that stretch into chill, lo-fi, hip hop, and beyond. PRESS ANOUNCEMENT Sines by ILIO and LifeStyleDidIt is built for producers seeking refined, emotionally resonant sounds […] The post New Mini Pack for Spectrasonics Omnisphere appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article