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Sequential and Oberheim have announced free updates for their Take 5 and TEO-5 synthesizers, adding Poly Chain support, which lets you connect two instruments to get 10 voices of polyphony. … Read More Take 5 & Oberheim TEO-5 Updated With Poly-Chain Support & MoreView the full article

The latest episode of 100 Things I Do details their epic journey to restore a 'very broken' Fairlight CMI IIx synth workstation. … Read More Restoring A Very Broken Fairlight CMI IIx Synth WorkstationView the full article

Steinberg has introduced Cubase 15, a major update to their DAW that that they say delivers groundbreaking features, streamlined workflows, and intuitive design.… Read More Steinberg Cubase 15 Now Available, Here’s What’s NewView the full article

SOMA Laboratory has introduced WARP, a multi-purpose audio processing unit that offers 15 different effects. … Read More SOMA Laboratory WARP Combines FX With CV ControlView the full article

You can now get Circvit’s Circvit Bass five-string bass virtual instrument as a free download. The freebie release is for macOS and Windows in VST3, VST, AU, and AAX formats. Circvit Bass was created by sampling the Legator Wraith 37” multi-scale five-string bass, which has Fishman Fluence Modern active humbuckers. The extended range bass plugin [...] View post: Circvit Bass is a FREE Extended Range Bass Virtual Instrument View the full article

MeldaProduction is known for its highly tweakable and sophisticated plugins, and MPhaserMB is no exception to that rule. This flexible multiband phaser for macOS and Windows, offering a lot of cool features, is free for a limited time! MPhaserMB gives you up to 100 filters and 6 bands with customizable shape, saturation, and synchronization. If [...] View post: MeldaProductionmMPhaserMB multiband phaser plugin is FREE for a Limited Time View the full article

Waves has announced that it is giving away a brand-new plugin this Black Friday, so be sure to secure your copy now! It’s that time of year again; we’re heading toward Black Friday, deals are getting wilder by the day, and Waves has announced a brand-new freebie. Like last year’s Black Friday freebie from Waves, [...] View post: Waves is giving away a brand-new plugin this Black Friday; secure your copy now View the full article

Developer Audio Imperia has released Glade, a free cinematic writing instrument for Kontakt Player. It’s been a great few days for media composers and fans of cinematic sounds. First, we had The Pulse Elements, a synth-based instrument, inspired by Ridley Scott’s iconic Blade Runner, and its incredible original score by Vangelis. Now, we have Audio [...] View post: Audio Imperia releases Glade, a FREE cinematic writing instrument for Kontakt Player View the full article

Right now, you can snag UJAM’s Hot drum machine for just $9, down from $119, in a 92% off deal at Plugin Boutique. The deal expires on December 7, 2025. Hot is a 64-bit only release for macOS (10.15 or later) and Windows (10 or later), for VST2 and AU2. The minimum requirements list 6.11 GB [...] View post: Get the UJAM Hot Drum Machine for $9 in 92% Off Deal at Plugin Boutique View the full article

Tracktion has introduced Collective 2, a major update to their sample-based synthesizer.… Read More Tracktion Collective 2View the full article

Teenage Engineering has introduced the EP–40 riddim & EP–2350 ting, new portable devices that they describe as "the next reggae classics."… Read More Teenage Engineering Intros EP-40 Riddim, EP-2350 Ting, ‘The Next Reggae Classics’View the full article

Oldfield was one of the earlier musicians to create orchestral-scoped recordings, largely single-handedly, in the studio. … Read More 50 Years Of Mike Oldfield’s OmmadawnView the full article

From @synthandsoftware - Free OS Update for TEO-5 Synthesizer — Adds 10-voice Poly Chain, new arpeggiator patterns, Whiplash arp timing mode, and violet noise. PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT Oberheim announced a free OS update for its acclaimed TEO-5 synthesizer, adding powerful new features that make the instrument even more versatile and inspiring. The update is now available for download from […] The post Oberheim TEO-5 Poly Chain OS Update appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

From @synthandsoftware - Free OS Update for Take 5 Synthesizer adds 10-voice Poly Chain, new arpeggiator patterns, Whiplash arp timing mode, and violet noise. PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT Sequential announced a major OS update for its popular Take 5 polyphonic synthesizer, delivering powerful new features that expand its creative capabilities. This update is free for all Take 5 owners and is available now from the Sequential […] The post Sequential Take 5 Poly Chain OS Update appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

Fracture Sounds released Blueprint: Clavinet, a FREE funky clav for Kontakt Player. As I say in every single Fracture Sounds post, the Blueprint series has provided some of my absolute favorite free sounds. Their latest addition is the Blueprint: Clavinet, a free funky clav for Kontakt Player. The instruments are so good that any developer could [...] View post: Fracture Sounds releases FREE Blueprint: Clavinet for Kontakt Player View the full article

e-instruments has just released the Slower Fragment, the free version of their paid Slower Kontakt Instrument for both macOS and Windows. The concept behind Slower Fragment is feeding four separate tape machines a variety of organic and synthetic sounds, which are then slowed down to half speed and re-recorded. Every tape machine has its own [...] View post: Slower Fragment is a FREE tape-based Kontakt instrument by e-instruments View the full article

Want your tracks to feel tighter, cleaner, and more polished? Below are eight practical techniques you can apply today to make your music sound more professional—without buying loads of plugins. This guide breaks down how to get better-sounding tracks using the same approaches professionals rely on. You’ll learn how to lock in a single vibe, choose better sounds, train your ears, map energy, create depth from your core parts, work with intention, and seek the right feedback. Use these steps to finish more music, faster—and make your music sound more professional... The post 8 Techniques for Instantly Better Music appeared first on EDM Tips. View the full article

Sonuscore releases The Pulse Elements, a FREE cinematic ensemble instrument for Kontakt Player The Pulse Elements is a free, trimmed-down version of Sonuscore’s premium cinematic Kontakt instrument (The Pulse). Downloading The Pulse Elements is relatively quick and painless, but you’ll have to install Native Access if you don’t already have it and register your serial number [...] View post: Sonuscore releases The Pulse Elements, FREE Cinematic Ensemble for Kontakt Player View the full article

Over the last few months, Teenage Engineering has been teasing some reggae-inspired gear. Now, it seems the rumours were true; the company has officially unveiled a pair of dance-hall primed products, the EP-40 Riddim sampler and EP-2350 Ting microphone. The EP-40 Riddim sampler and EP-2350 Ting microphone are the perfect duo to spice up any evening of dancehall festivities. The EP-40 in particular is a variation of Teenage Engineering’s EP-133 K.O. II sampler, with updated software to ensure it packs the power of a “complete rhythm and bass system”... The post Teenage Engineering celebrates dancehall with new EP-40 Riddim sampler and EP-2350 Ting microphone appeared firs…

Roland’s new digital and analogue TR-1000 might be the best drum machine on the market right now. Some may lament the $2,700 price, but there’s no denying it delivers when it comes to sonic quality and variety. In our review, we conclude that the broad range of sound sources, processors and performance tools combine into what many will see as the ultimate drum machine. The most important thing, though, is how it sounds. The TR-1000 covers a lot of ground, with analogue and ACB modelled circuits, alongside samples, FM percussion, a plethora of eclectic effects, and an analogue drive and filter. If you’re on the fence about parting with your hard-earned cash, then we’re her…

It was over 40 years ago that Roland released the timeless TR-808 and TR-909 analogue drum machines. We’ve since seen a host of analogue clones from competing brands, while Roland focused on digital reissues — some thought the day would never come, but the TR-1000 is no mirage; it’s really here. Roland’s brand-new analogue-digital drum machine is so feature-packed we wouldn’t be surprised if there was a kitchen sink tucked somewhere round the back. It comes with a hefty price tag to match, but for many, this is the drum machine that dreams are made of... The post Roland’s TR-1000 might be the world’s greatest drum machine appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

In his latest video, synthesist Alex Ball offers a retro synth review of the rare Oberheim OB-1 synthesizer.… Read More Oberheim OB-1 Retro Synth ReviewView the full article

From @synthandsoftware - The Crow Hill Company and Bleeding Fingers present PREHISTORIC STRINGS as unique string library built from bespoke instruments. PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT Putting PREHISTORIC STRINGS into its rightful perspective involves delving deep into the past in more ways than one — not least The Crow Hill Company’s ongoing relationship with its collective friends at Bleeding Fingers. For it all started when the […] The post New Prehistoric Strings Library appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

From @synthandsoftware - Six Rhodes preamps, eight amplifiers, and eight microphones modeled for authentic analog color and versatile tonal shaping. PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT Rhodes Music is proud to introduce the Rhodes Vari-Amp plug-in, a collection of six classic Rhodes preamps paired with eight amplifier and microphone models, designed for keyboardists, guitarists, producers, and instrumentalists seeking warmth, soul, and authentic […] The post Rhodes Music Introduces the Rhodes Vari-Amp Plug-in appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

From @synthandsoftware - The new 10pre Audio Interface Offers Ten Mic Inputs and Thunderbolt™ 4 / USB4 Connectivity with AVB Networking. PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT MOTU is now shipping the 10pre, a 1U rack-mounted audio interface for macOS, Windows, iOS and iPadOS. The 26×28 10pre connects to a Mac, PC or iPad with 40 Gbps Thunderbolt™ 4 or USB4 with […] The post New MOTU 10pre Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Audio Interface appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

You can currently get a free copy of Streaky’s Body Builder (normally $100) dynamic/transient shaper by signing up for the developers’ mailing list. I just tested the offer, and it’s working, but it’s limited to 500 downloads only, so it’s best to get on it quickly! Body Builder is a 64-bit-only release for macOS (macOS [...] View post: Streaky offers the Body Builder Dynamic Shaper FREE for a Limited Time View the full article

We’re approaching Black Friday, which is quickly turning into black month anyway. Plugin Boutique is hopping on the trend and is now offering the Black Friday Bundle, a suite of assorted plugins, for $69. Plugin Boutique Black Friday Bundle is available at a massive discount of 96% of the retail price of over $1,800. The [...] View post: Get the Plugin Boutique Black Friday Bundle for $69 (96% OFF) View the full article

The TCS can be thought of as two main parts – Touch and Sequencing – which can be linked or independent.… Read More Bugbrand Touch Control Sequencer (TCS) Now AvailableView the full article

On November 2, 2025, Vain Audio launched the Sentinel distortion engine, which is available for free download. The indie dev says the banded distortion plugin is built for violent transformation and precise harmonic distortion. The freeware plugin is available for macOS (Ventura and newer, AU, VST3, CLAP) and Windows (VST3, CLAP). Vain Audio got straight [...] View post: Vain Audio releases Sentinel distortion plugin for FREE View the full article

It’s been more than two years since Behringer first teased the SDS-3, but now it is here and ready to buy! If 2025 has been the year of anything, it has been the year for drum synths! And now we can add the Behringer SDS-3 to that list. Unashamedly a clone of the groundbreaking original from 1978, designed by eDrum legend and pioneer, Dave Simmons... The post Pew Pew! The Behringer SDS-3 Finally Breaks Cover appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article