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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

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

Behringer today introduced the SDS-3, a knockoff of the Simmons SDS-3 Drum Synthesizer from 1978. The Behringer SDS-3 can be used as a standard analog drum module, but also features Mic inputs that let you trigger the drum channels using drum mics. The module also supports basic MIDI control for sequencing. Here are the details: Features:… Read More Behringer Intros Simmons SDS-3 Drum Synth KnockoffView the full article

You can currently nab Rhodes’ V-Pan Vari-Pan effect plugin (normally $39.95) for free download by signing up for the Rhodes newsletter. The plugin replicates the Vari-Pan vibrato stereo panning circuit of Rhodes’ flagship MK8 e-piano. The V-Pan is suitable for adding swirling, ethereal textures to various sources, with Rhodes suggesting pairing it with synth, keyboard, [...] View post: Rhodes V-Pan Vibrato Stereo Panning Plugin is Available for FREE Download View the full article

If you’re into ambience, drone, soundscapes, or just lush, evolving pads in general, you might want to check out the new developer Full Fx Media and their first free offering – Diffusia. Diffusia is a synthesizer VST with a simple and clear user interface, designed for quickly dialing in immersive soundscapes without menu navigation or [...] View post: Full Fx Media releases FREE Diffusia drone synthesizer plugin View the full article

DAWJunkie has released Hot Switch Jr., a distortion plugin that is available for free in a limited-time offer. Developer DAWJunkie has been featured in some articles here already, as they offer a suite of free plugins based on their paid XL versions. Last time I covered their experimental stereo phase synth aptly named Slurpy Jr, [...] View post: Get Hot Switch Jr distortion plugin by DAWJunkie for FREE in limited time offer View the full article

The Official Geddy Lee Reverb Shop has slashed its price on the custom Geddy Lee MiniMoog Model D, dropping the price by $2,500. … Read More Geddy Lee Minimoog Price Slashed $2500View the full article

The Mellotron Micro Module is essentially a keyboardless version of the Mellotron Micro.… Read More Mellotron Micro Module Hands-On ReviewView the full article

For the next week, you can score Native Instruments’ Massive ($99) or Excite Audio’s Bloom Vocal Edit Lite ($29) free with any purchase at Plugin Boutique. The deal expires on November 7, 2025, and the purchase needs to be a paid product to qualify. Plugin Boutique will be changing its giveaways each week in November, [...] View post: Get NI Massive or Excite Audio Bloom Vocal Edit Lite FREE with any Purchase View the full article

Turn up the scary vibes with these spooky synths that are perfect for horror movie and game soundtracks, or just for creeping out the neighborhood. Ah, Halloween. The most wonderful time of the year. You can keep your Christmas. I’d much rather take to the streets dressed as a monster while the sounds of spooky synths fill the air. I mean, it has to be synthesizers, doesn’t it? Ever since cash-strapped independent filmmakers started using synths in their horror soundtracks in the late 1970s, the entire genre – hell, the idea of terror in general – has become associated with synths. From the steady analog pulse of a John Carpenter film to the modern reinterpretation of Str…

Landscape, developer of unique touch-based musical instruments, shared this sneak preview of the Moon, a passive analog 4-channel rhythmic instrument. … Read More Landscape Moon 4-Channel Passive Drum Machine Coming SoonView the full article

Crush Audio has released two brand-new products for macOS and Windows, including a free multi-FX plugin – Crush Percussion and Crush FX. Before I get to the freebie, here’s a quick rundown of the premium release, Crush Percussion. Crush Percussion is a collection of over 100 percussion instruments with default grooves and a powerful FX [...] View post: Crush Audio releases Crush Percussion and the FREE Crush FX plugin View the full article

Want to scare some kids and neighbours on Halloween? Here’s your ticket! Aurora DSP has released their Halloween special high-gain plugin and cab simulator, Nosferatu, for macOS and Windows. Nosferatu is a plugin with three distinct sections and additional utilities, offering a wide range of spooky metal tones. Let’s dive in! The stomp box all [...] View post: Get the Nosferatu preamp and cab simulation plugin by Aurora DSP for FREE View the full article

PSPaudioware has a Halloween treat for everyone, and you don’t even need to dress up to get it. They have just released PSP Spector, a free 31-band spectrum analyzer for macOS and Windows. But before I continue with the latest offerings, it would be remiss of me to mention Halloween on the 31st of October [...] View post: PSPaudioware releases PSP Spector, a FREE 31-band spectrum analyzer plugin View the full article

The Mäag Audio EQ4, in all its forms (500 Series hardware and software emulations), is almost universally loved for many reasons, none more so than its distinctive Air Band. The Air Band precedes the 2013 release of the 500 Series EQ4M by two decades, with the original NTI EQ3, created by Cliff Mäag. Ever since [...] View post: Get 83% off Mäag Audio’s EQ4 at Plugin Boutique (limited-time offer) View the full article

SoundMorph’s massive Halloween Sale wraps up tonight at midnight, and this one’s too good to ignore if you combine it with BPB’s exclusive discount. Every sound library, plugin, and bundle is up to 90% off, and Bedroom Producers Blog readers get an extra 70% off with the code BedroomProducers70off. And yes, that’s not a typo. [...] View post: LAST CALL: SoundMorph Halloween Sale Ends Tonight (Up to 90% OFF + Extra 70% BPB Discount) View the full article

By adopting the MIT License, Steinberg aims to remove barriers to integration, simplify development workflows, and strengthen collaboration across the global audio technology community.… Read More Steinberg Open Sources VST 3 StandardView the full article