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tubesockor has announced a new project that promises to bring new superpowers to the Korg DW-8000, which was originally introduced 40 years ago.… Read More Korg DW-8000 Getting New Superpowers After 40 YearsView the full article

Oversynth.com let us know that they’ve released a set of overlays for the Korg Drumlogue drum machine. Oversynth makes panel overlays that do two main things. First, they bring additional information to the front panel, so you don’t have to remember alt-key shortcuts and hidden controls. Second, they lets you customize the look of your… Read More New Overlays For Korg DrumlogueView the full article

Behringer today announced that their latest Eurorack module, the Vocoder VC16, is now shipping from their factory, priced at $99.… Read More Behringer Intros $99 Vocoder VC16 Eurorack Module View the full article

The Behringer Vocoder VC16 is a complete vocoder with six digital sound engines in a Eurorack module. First shown in 2023, the module is now finished and ready to order. Behringer first announced the Vocoder VC16 on Facebook in 2023. Back then, the module was bright red. Meanwhile, they’ve decided to make the VC16 the same black color as their other Eurorack modules – a good choice in my opinion... The post Behringer Vocoder VC16: Here Come The Robots appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

The Crow Hill Company has added Solo Bodhrán to its free Vaults series. The Crow Hill Company’s Vaults series has been a source of excellent free sounds since launching over a year ago, with two of my favorites, Amp Bass and Wavering Choir, coming out in recent months. The latest addition to the vault is [...] View post: The Crow Hill Company adds Solo Bodhrán to the FREE Vaults series View the full article

The Oberheim Matrix-12 is one of the most legendary analog polyphonic synthesizers of all time. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of this instrument, the Bob Moog Foundation is holding a special raffle: one lucky winner will receive a fully restored Matrix-12 signed by Tom Oberheim, Marcus Ryle and Michel Doidic. The provenance of this instrument is particularly noteworthy: it was personally owned by Doug Curtis, the developer of the legendary Curtis chips used in countless synthesizers in the 1970s and 1980s. His widow, Mary Curtis, donated the unit for the raffle, the proceeds of which will support the work of the Bob Moog Foundation... The post Oberheim Matrix-12 Turns…

Here's an in-depth look at the new Melbourne Instruments Roto-Control, a unique MIDI controller with motorized pots.… Read More Roto-Control Motorized MIDI Controller Hands-On Demo & ReviewView the full article

Sound designer Jexus (sounds-for-synths.com) has announced a 300+ patch sound library for the Moog Muse.… Read More It’s Come To Jexus Time For Moog Muse OwnersView the full article

From @synthandsoftware - PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT Applied Acoustics Systems is excited to announce the official release of Multiphonics CV‑3, a modular synthesizer and effect processor for macOS and Windows. Multiphonics CV-3 is a modular rack for creating and playing synthesizers. It can also be used to assemble effects and process audio tracks. With its intuitive interface, Multiphonics provides seasoned […] The post Applied Acoustics Systems Announces Official Release of the Multiphonics CV‑3 Modular Synth & FX Plug-in appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

The Behringer Wave looks like a dream come true for all fans of wavetable synthesis. As an affordable clone of the PPG Wave 2.2/2.3, it brings back the legendary instrument that pioneered the synthesis technique in the early 80s. Does the Behringer Wave live up to the expectations? Read our review to find out... The post Behringer Wave Review: Wave Surfing Like It’s 1981 appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Developer Analog Obsession is back with its latest release – Attractor, a dynamic processor with transient manipulation for Mac and Windows (VST3/AU/AAX). Analog Obsession has released a swathe of free plugins in the last couple of years, gaining a solid reputation among both professionals and hobbyists in the audio community. The developer is perhaps best known [...] View post: Analog Obsession Just Released FREE Attractor Dynamics Plugin for Mac and Windows View the full article

Norrland Samples now offers their entire Solo Trumpet instrument and Kontakt sample library for free. There are a lot of cheesy-sounding brass synths floating around. If you’ve felt your current arsenal in the orchestral domain fall short, we has some good news for you. This enormous package includes almost 6,000 samples recorded with five types [...] View post: Norrland samples offers FREE Solo Trumpet instrument for Kontakt View the full article

The Explorations Vol. 3 expansion is designed for producers pushing sonic boundaries. Three distinct soundbanks, each with 150 expertly crafted presets, let you explore the cutting edge of modern sound design: Granular Explorations – Deep pads, keys, and ethereal textures crafted with Pigments’ advanced granular engine. Lo-Fi Explorations – Nostalgic warmth, dusty basses, and soulful acoustic textures infused with imperfection. Bass Explorations – Thunderous subs, hard-hitting mids, and evolving low-end for bass-driven genres. 450 new presets designed to elevate your productions. https://www.arturia.com/products/software-instruments/pigments…

The Universal Synth Editor and Controller Synth Bridge is designed to be used with any synth, sampler, drum machine and device that can be controlled with Midi Control Change data (MIDI CC).… Read More Universal Synth Editor & Controller Synth BridgeView the full article

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect opportunity to upgrade your studio with SSL plugins, the time is now! Other fantastic offers are coming from IK Multimedia, Sonible, and Zynaptiq this week. SSL is currently offering awesome deals on its X-series plugins. X-Limit, X-Gate, X-ValveComp, X-Phase, and X-Saturator are all on sale with discounts of up to 94%! I guess that’s what they call a no-brainer. Don’t miss this opportunity to add these acclaimed audio tools to your plugin folder. These SSL plugin deals * are good through February 24... The post Up to 94% Off: Awesome Software Deals from SSL, IK Multimedia & More appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full arti…

Nearly two years after it was first announced, Soma Laboratory’s FLUX synth is finally shipping. The highly anticipated instrument reimagines expressive electronic performance by allowing musicians to control sound entirely through hand motions. Unlike traditional synthesizers, FLUX eliminates the need for physical touch, using magnetic sensors and handheld bows to shape pitch, volume, and synthesis parameters in real time... The post FLUX, Soma’s wild theremin-inspired synthesizer controlled by hand motions, is shipping now appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article Image: Soma Labs

This video showcases 38 free plugins perfect for music production, cinematic compositions, and more. Explore a variety of free instrument and effect plugins, offering new sonic possibilities, unique processing tools, and inspiring creative FX. Compatible with any DAW, these plugins are a valuable addition to any producer's toolkit...

The Bob Moog Foundation is excited to announce its lead raffle for 2025, featuring a fully restored Oberheim Matrix-12 synthesizer signed by Tom Oberheim, Marcus Ryle, and Michel Doidic. Ryle and Doidic were the principal designers of the Matrix-12. This Matrix-12, valued at $20,000, has a unique provenance having been owned by Doug Curtis, inventor… Read More Bob Moog Foundation Announces Fundraising Raffle for a Signed Oberheim Matrix-12 SynthesizerView the full article

Pluginomat offers the Beastverb ($69 value) reverb plugin by Beastsamples as a free download for a limited time. Beastverb is a 64-bit-only plugin for Mac and Windows in VST3 and AU, with AAX support on the way. Reverb is an invaluable tool for creating atmosphere, depth and dimension in a mix, and there is an [...] View post: Beastsamples offers Beastverb reverb plugin for FREE in limited time offer View the full article

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Drum patterns are the foundational element in so many styles of music we listen to every day. We’ve selected some of the best budget drum machines for creating basic rhythms, no matter what you’re trying to create. Traditionally, programmable drum machines were always rather expensive. It was only when instruments like the Roland TR-606 and the Korg KPR-77 were launched in the early 1980s that these instruments became more accessible to musicians... The post The Best Budget Drum Machines for Music Production appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

RipplerX is a physical modeling synthesizer - for Linux, Mac & Windows - that the developer says is capable of sounds similar to AAS Chromaphone and Ableton Collision.… Read More Free & Open Source Physical Modeling Synth, RipplerXView the full article

Solid State Logic’s (SSL) Native X-Saturator analog-style saturation plugin is available for just $10 until February 25, which slashes 92% off the $119 list price. The deal is available at both the SSL and Plugin Boutique web stores. However, if you buy from Plugin Boutique, you can also pick up the site’s February gift, a [...] View post: SSL Native X-Saturator is Just $10 until February 2 View the full article

Here's a take on the Blade Runner Main Titles, from the soundtrack by Vangelis.… Read More Vangelis’s Blade Runner Soundtrack On The UDO Super GeminiView the full article

After his successful exciter and transient shaper FeenstaubTX, developer Variety of Sound is back with his second instalment in the Feenstaub series, the FeenstaubTC tube compressor. Note that the plugin is 64-bit, VST3/VST2 and Windows only. Whenever Variety of Sound releases a plugin, people get excited. And for a good reason, I might add. In [...] View post: Variety of Sound released FREE FeenstaubTC tube compressor for Windows View the full article

The RipplerX synth, in its various stages, began life as a research project studying physically modeled drums. The first iteration used the open-source Sai’ke Partials as a reference and developed into a synth heavily inspired by AAS Chromaphone and Ableton’s Collision. RipplerX is built with JUCE and is available in AU, VST3, and LV2 formats [...] View post: RipplerX is a FREE and open-source AAS Chromaphone-inspired synth plugin View the full article

AFT SonicDecloner v1.1 adds recursive subfolder scanning, with unlimited depth, formatted CSV reports for easier data analysis and more.… Read More Free AFT SonicDeCloner Update Adds Deeper Scanning, Formatted CSV ReportsView the full article

Polyend shared this video intro to Synth's smart grid, which allows you to play three synths at once.… Read More Polyend Synth: Smart Grid Setup & Instant ChordsView the full article

Free Kontaktina and Waves Audio are offering the TrueVerb plugin for free in a limited-time offer. The reverb plugin (currently $35, list price $99) is a macOS and Windows release for VST, VST3, AU, and AAX. TrueVerb is an OG plugin, as Waves dropped it back in 1997 as part of the Waves Native Power Pack. [...] View post: Waves Audio offers TrueVerb for FREE in Limited Time Offer View the full article

A new sound library lets you play a collection of one-of-a-kind, historically significant keyboard instruments, including instruments played by Chopin, Mozart & Beethoven.… Read More New Sound Library Lets You Play Chopin’s Piano & Other Rare Keyboard InstrumentsView the full article