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KORG has reduced the prices of the opsix SE and wavestate SE synthesizers – by a lot! The 61-key versions of both synths are now available for up to 46% less than the original prices. Does this mean they’re about to be discontinued? KORG launched the opsix SE and wavestate SE in 2023 as an alternative for keyboard players who weren’t satisfied with the measly 37 keys of the standard versions. In addition to 61 keys with aftertouch, both synths offer more polyphony than their smaller siblings. Both were also available in exclusive Platinum variants with shiny aluminum enclosures and stainless steel sides... The post KORG opsix SE and wavestate SE Price Drops: Save up to 46…

UJAM has partnered with the Bob Moog Foundation and synth ace Alex Ball to release Vox Humana, a recreation of an iconic Polymoog 280A preset. The Vox Humana soft synth is available for $19, and 100% of proceeds go directly to the Bob Moog Foundation. The Polymoog 280A hit the scene in 1978, and around [...] View post: UJAM releases Vox Humana ($19), a legendary synth for a great cause View the full article

Ink Audio has released Alt Tines for Kontakt, introducing a different take on classic electric pianos. Ink Audio offers a diverse range of Kontakt libraries, from slide guitars to synth pads and vocal rhythms. If you’re in the market for new Kontakt sounds, Ink Audio is having a sale with 50% off all individual libraries [...] View post: Ink Audio releases Alt Tines for Kontakt, a different take on classic electric pianos View the full article

The mighty DX7 lives on. Smackos (aka Legowelt) & Dim Garden have created a new album using one and you can have the sounds for free! It’s all about the numbers this week! Lush 2, Oddity 3, Pigments 6 and the DX7. Let’s see how they all add up ... The post New Sounds for the DX7, Oddity 3 and Pigments 6 – Sounds and Presets appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Synthetic Sound Labs has introduced The Matrix, a deterministic algorithmic sequencer for Eurorack systems that's inspired by the rare Triadex Muse.… Read More Synthetic Sound Labs The Matrix Algorithmic Sequencer Now Available In Eurorack FormatView the full article

Take it to the stage! Tim Exile PTNSHIFT is a generative performance instrument that you play with Ableton Push. When I first saw the demo for musician/developer Tim Exile’s Scapeshift, I thought it looked and sounded really cool – but I had trouble imagining how I might incorporate it into my workflow. That conundrum has been solved with his latest app, Tim Exile PTNSHIFT… The post Tim Exile PTNSHIFT Turns Your Ableton Push Into a Generative Madhouse appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Iconic Instruments has introduced Levine's Machines - Drum Machine, a new virtual instrument, made in collaboration with UK Producer/Engineer Steve Levine.… Read More Iconic Instruments Intros Levine’s Machines – Drum MachineView the full article

Here's an in-depth look at the Casio MT-70, a 'forgotten gem' electronic keyboard/synthesizer from the early '80s.… Read More Casio MT-70 – A ‘Forgotten Gem’?View the full article

Here's an in-depth, hands-on demo of the upcoming Polyvera synthesizer, a hybrid synth design.… Read More Suonobuono Polyvera Synthesizer Hands-On Demo View the full article

In this week’s edition of Software Deals, you’ve got the chance to grab the Arturia V Collection X for half the regular price! Other bargains are coming from McDSP, Steven Slate Audio, and Cherry Audio. Arturia’s massive V Collection is truly a must-have for any producer. The bundle includes all of the developer’s acclaimed software instruments, from emulations of analog and digital classics to the innovative Augmented series. With over 10,000 presets, this collection has got you covered no matter what style of music you produce. And if you don’t have this essential bundle in your arsenal yet, you can now get it for half the regular price! Until March 30, the Arturia V Co…

Production Expert and Klevgrand are currently offering Klevgrand’s Richter Tectonic Compressor (normally $70) for free. Richter is a macOS and Windows release for AAX, AU, VST, and VST3. Production Expert announced the giveaway in a post dated March 15, 2025. The company didn’t list an end date for the giveaway, but as the plugin is [...] View post: Klevgrand’s Richter Tectonic Compressor is Now FREE for a Limited Time View the full article

Milkboy’s Baldwin “Fun Machine” Organ sample library for Decent Sampler is now available for free. Do you want the warm analog sound of a mid-70s organ from the legendary Milkboy the Studio in your DAW? Then you should look into the free sound library of samples from the Baldwin Interlude Model 155, also known as [...] View post: Get the free “Fun Machine” Organ sample library for Decent Sampler View the full article

One of the most recognizable synthesizer sounds ever can now be yours with the UJAM and Bob Moog Foundation Vox Humana. Get the sound, support a great cause! Some synth sounds are so legendary, even non-synth nerds can recognize them. The Yamaha DX7’s E. Piano 1 is up there, as is the Minimoog in full Rick Wakeman flight. But towering above them all is Vox Humana, one of the presets on the Moog Polymoog Keyboard. Released in 1978, the Polymoog 280a (as it’s also known) is the sound that defines Gary Numan’s international hit ‘Cars’. I’ll bet you’re hearing it right now in your head... The post UJAM and Bob Moog Foundation Vox Humana: New Plugin Recreates the Famous Polymo…

It’s in the name: The Roland GO:PIANO 88 came out in 2019 as a compact, lightweight, and easy-to-use digital piano for beginners and anyone looking for a highly portable alternative. Now, the manufacturer has introduced the newly refreshed GO:PIANO 88. What’s new? Roland’s GO series stands for easy-to-use and portable instruments and tools designed with beginners in mind. The GO:PIANO first appeared in 2017 in a 61-key version, with the 88-key model joining the line-up two years later. Now, Roland has released a new version of the GO:PIANO 88. The post Roland GO:PIANO 88: The Ultra-Portable Digital Piano Gets a Makeover appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full articl…

Afrobeats, a vibrant music genre originating from West Africa, has become a global phenomenon, influencing artists and producers worldwide. Characterized by its infectious rhythms, danceable beats, and diverse influences from traditional African music to contemporary pop and hip-hop, Afrobeats has transcended its regional origins to captivate audiences around the world. This blog explores the rise of Afrobeats, its key characteristics, and its impact on the global music scene. View the full article

After 11 years of waiting, Xfer Records has finally released Serum 2! The legendary wavetable synthesizer has been completely redesigned and expanded with numerous new features. While the original is known for its clear sound quality, intuitive operation and flexible sound design, the new version takes the concept to an even higher level with new features. And that’s really impressive after the first version! In addition to an improved oscillator architecture and expanded effects routing options, Serum 2 now offers an arpeggiator and clip sequencer that greatly enhance the creative workflow. Most importantly, the update is free for all existing Serum users – a move that i…

'Perspectives on Jazz Synthesizer Improvisation' provides a deep analysis of synthesizer solos by fusion pioneers Jan Hammer, Joe Zawinul, George Duke, Chick Corea, and Michael Brecker.… Read More Perspectives On Jazz Synthesizer ImprovisationView the full article

D2MS is designed with performance and improvisation in mind, letting you process drum performance data to control sequences and execute a wide range of performance-altering functions.… Read More Free Augmented Drumming Tool For Monome Norms, D2MSView the full article

SRM Sounds, in collaboration with composer Max Richter, has introduced Valley Forge, a new virtual instrument inspired by the '70s sci-fi film Silent Running.… Read More SRM Sounds & Max Richter Intro ‘Valley Forge’ Virtual Instrument, Inspired By Silent RunningView the full article

Phoenix-based Eurorack manufacturer Blue Lantern Modules shared this preview of a complete lineup of 5U/MU synth modules.… Read More Blue Lantern Modules Intros Complete 5U Synth Module LineupView the full article

Here's an in-depth look at the Moog Liberation and the rise of the keytar.… Read More The Moog Liberation & The Rise Of The KeytarView the full article

Erica Synths has introduced Echolocator, a hardware stereo delay effect, with an algorithm developed by 112db. … Read More Erica Synths Intros Echolocator Hardware Stereo Delay Effect View the full article

Sound Magic has introduced DynamicX, a dynamic processor that enables you to design your own gain reduction curve, offering a straightforward way to control and shape complex or nonlinear dynamics.… Read More Sound Magic Intros DynamicX Surround Version, With Up To 7.1 ProcessingView the full article

FAC Clipper features both a full-band clipper that processes the entire spectrum and a multi-band clipper, allowing you to independently clip low, high, or both frequency bands.… Read More FAC Clipper For iOS, Mac & Vision Pro Offers Simple Solution For Optimizing LoudnessView the full article

ORU Audio released Petrichor, a granular effect for creating stuttery, glitchy, ethereal sounds. It’s free using the code “NEONRAIN.” The plugin, compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, runs in the plugdata environment as either VST3, LV2, CLAP, or AU. Plugdata is both free, open-source, and easy to install. Petrichor features three different sound engines that run in [...] View post: Get ORU Audio Petrichor granular delay for Plugdata for free in limited time offer View the full article

You can now snap up Softube’s Transient Shaper for just $10, down from $89, in an 89% off deal at Audio Deluxe. The sale ends on April 2, 2025, and you can check the remaining time by looking at the countdown on the product page. The deal is exclusively available on the Audio Deluxe website. [...] View post: Softube Transient Shaper is Just $10 in 89% Off Deal at Audio Deluxe View the full article

Welcome to the BPB Community Weekly Freebie Thread for March 17–23, 2025! 😊 Read the Thread Guidelines 💬 This section of our community is where BPB readers can share links to the latest freeware news and deals with fellow music producers in the comments. Thank you for contributing! To keep the discussion helpful and relevant, please [...] View post: 💬 🔥 Weekly Deals & Freebies Thread View the full article

Welcome to the BPB Community Weekly Production Thread for March 17–23, 2025! 😊 This week’s topic is: COMPRESSION. Feel free to ask our team and fellow BPB readers for help about any compression-related production issues. Also, you can share your compression tips, tricks, and ideas with others. Thank you! Read the Thread Guidelines 💬 This section [...] View post: 💬 🎹 Weekly Production Thread: Compression View the full article

If you like your synths with a dose of Zen, you’re in luck. NuSofting just released the Psicogramma Key freeware synth, which is made to deliver meditative and contemplative sounds. The plugin is a 64-bit-only release for macOS (VST3, AU) and Windows (VST2, VST3). Psicogramma Key is an eight-voice synth that fully integrates all the [...] View post: NuSofting Drops Psicogramma Key Freeware Synth for Meditative Sounds View the full article

Welcome to the BPB Community Production Feedback Thread for March 17–23, 2025! 😊 Feel free to post links to your SoundCloud tracks for feedback from other BPB readers. Read the Thread Guidelines 💬 This section of our community is where BPB readers can share questions and tips about music production with fellow music producers in the [...] View post: 💬 🎧 Weekly Production Feedback Thread View the full article