Music Production Forum

Softube kicks off this week’s deals with a significant discount on the Tube-Tech CL 1B Mk II. Wave Alchemy complements the offer with the flexible drum sampler Triaz, and Inphonik provides three classic plugins that will add retro flair to any production. This results in an interesting mix of proven tools, modern drums, and authentic vintage sound for producers and musicians – an opportunity you shouldn’t miss! ... The post Softube, Wave Alchemy, Inphonik: 3 Ultimate Software Deals! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Akai Professional has unveiled the MPK Mini IV, a new compact MIDI keyboard controller which aims to “set a new standard for portable music creation”. The unit arrives five years on from its predecessor, the MPK Mini Mk3, and is touted as the “most substantial redesign” in the history of the MPK Mini series. Chief among the updates is the addition of pitch and modulation wheels – which replace the four-way joystick found on the previous model – while there’s also a revamped keybed and an even more responsive velocity-sensitive RGB backlit set of MPC pads... The post At just $99, the Akai MPK Mini IV looks to “set a new standard” for portable music creation appeared first …

Safari Pedals is offering its Rhino Reverb plugin (list price $49) for free with the code SanjaySafariMadnessRhino for a limited time. Rhino Reverb is a retro-inspired verb for macOS (macOSX 10.15 or later) and Windows (Windows 8 or later, 64-bit only). The formats are macOS (VST3, AU, AAX) and Windows (VST3, AAX). To get your [...] View post: Safari Pedals Retro Rhino Reverb Plugin is FREE for a Limited Time View the full article

XMTape&Clip is the latest addition to Xilentch’s XM plugin series, which includes the promising XMLimiter that we checked out back in August. I missed XMLimiter the first time around, and as Tomislav pointed out in his article, the plugin was rough around the edges, which isn’t uncommon for a new developer (especially with freeware/donationware). However, [...] View post: Xilentch releases FREE XMTape&Clip mastering tape and clipper plugin View the full article

MAYER EMI has introduced VibesConnect, a browser-based user interface that significantly expands the capabilities of their Vibes MD850 synthesizer.… Read More MAYER VibesConnect Turns Their Vibes MD850 Synthesizer Into A ‘SynthStation’View the full article

Here's a head-to-head comparison between the new Behringer BM-14M and the device it copies, the Moog MF104M Analog Delay Effect Pedal.… Read More Behringer BM-14M vs MoogerFooger Delay Head-To-Head ComparisonView the full article

Advanced Karplus-Strong synthesis allows you to dial in bowed strings, plucked or struck tones, pipes, tuned percussion, and more.… Read More Strymon SuperKar+ Packs 32 Physical Modeling Voices Into A 12hp Eurorack ModuleView the full article

The M100 features 16 reverbs and effects and stereo I/O, from lush halls and shimmering plates to rich choruses, delays, and more.… Read More TC Electronic M100 Returns, But Now With MIDI ControlView the full article

Audio tech startup Hisong has announced the AirStudio S1, a pocket-sized “recording capsule” that promises to simplify mobile music-making and content creation once and for all. Designed for musicians, podcasters and streamers who need professional-grade audio without the bulk, AirStudio S1 combines a dual-mode microphone, wireless in-ear monitors, and a USB-C audio interface in a single pocket-sized device... The post Hisong AirStudio S1: the all-in-one mobile recording studio that literally fits in your pocket appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Techivation – a UK-based brand specialising in music production tools and software – has unveiled M-Puncher 2, a new transient shaping plugin designed to enhance impact without increasing peak levels. As the brand explains, some transient shapers can “throw your mix off balance by raising the peak levels unpredictably”. But M-Puncher 2 enables producers to add “punch and impact” to a track without the worry of raising these peak levels... The post Techivation launches M-Puncher 2 – a transient shaper for enhancing impact without increasing peak levels appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

If there’s a sound you can imagine, Pro Sound Effects’ new CORE 7 library probably has it. The Brooklyn-based company has unveiled the latest evolution of its flagship sound effects bundle, packing 1.3 million sounds across more than 650 categories, including 112,000 new recordings added in 2025... The post Pro Sound Effects launches CORE 7, a sound library for creators featuring over 1.3 million sounds and contributions from Oscar-winning artists appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

With more content available on the internet than ever, our feeds have never felt so cluttered. And this probably means what you really care about – the latest news, gear releases, artist insights and reviews from the world of music production and technology – feels sparser on your feed than you’d like. That’s why you should make sure you’re following MusicTech on Google News, so you make sure you never miss the latest news from the world of music technology, or in-depth interviews with DJs and veteran producers and expert reviews on the latest synths, DJ controllers and software. To follow us, simply head to Google News, enter ‘MusicTech’ in the search bar, and hit follow…

If you’re on the lookout for an addition to your delay effects, Karanyi Sounds currently offers their flexible Matra delay plugin for free! I couldn’t determine the exact time window for this offer, so act quickly if you want to secure the plugin. You must provide an email address, and Karanyi Sounds will instantly send [...] View post: Get Matra, a versatile delay effect by Karanyi Sounds, for FREE in a LIMITED time offer View the full article

Elysia is a brand well known for a combination of great quality and versatile analogue gear, typically at an attainable price, save for its most coveted, high-end pieces. The new xmax is no exception. It’s a master bus processor with both multi-band and mid-sides... The post Elysia’s xmax could be the only piece of outboard gear you need to inject analogue vibe and finalise your mixes appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Polyflo outputs MIDI and analog CV simultaneously, making it a versatile tool for hybrid setups that bridge digital and analog workflows.… Read More FAC POLYFLO Lets You Modulate Your MIDI & CV Synths With Your iPad, MacView the full article

ALM Busy Circuits has introduced MFX motto, a multi-effects plugin for iPad, based on their MFX Eurorack Module, Guitar Pedal and Desktop plugins to the iPad, with the ability to now chain multiple effects.… Read More MFX motto Brings Hardware Effects To iPadView the full article

Confused about the differences between MPE, polyphonic aftertouch, and MIDI 2.0? Follow along as we explore the many ways to express yourself with electronic musical instruments... The post MPE, Polyphonic Aftertouch & MIDI 2.0: Are You Using the Correct Expression? appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Right now, you can score Miroslav Philharmonik 2 CE (normally $99.99) for just $1 in the cheapest tier of the IK Multimedia Ultimate Music Production Bundle Encore at Humble Bundle. The three-tier deal ends on October 30 at 6 PM UTC, as noted on the countdown on the bundle page. All the products in all [...] View post: Get Miroslav Philharmonik 2 CE for fust $1 in IK Multimedia Humble Bundle View the full article

With Sample Tester, you can drag and drop a sample file and immediately hear it played polyphonically, letting you quickly quick check tuning, harmonic behavior, and musical context.… Read More Ocean Swift Intros Free Sample Tester For Mac & WindowsView the full article

The TR-1000 is the first Roland drum machine in over 40 years with true analog voices.… Read More Roland TR-1000 Drum Machine In-Depth DemoView the full article

The Kemmeskañ is designed to be more than a mixer, offering soundscaping capabilities. It has an equalizer that gives you the ability to change the sound drastically.… Read More TouellSkouarn’s Kemmeskañ 60HP Eurorack Mixer Hands-On DemoView the full article

From the Odyssey to the 2600 to the Omni, ARP ruled the synthesizer market in the 1970s and left an indelible mark on the world of music. This is the history of ARP Instruments and its synths. At one point in the 1970s, ARP Instruments was the top-selling synthesizer company in the world. They had bested Moog, their products were beloved by artists like Herbie Hancock and Edgar Winter, and one of their instruments (and engineers!) had even appeared in a movie… The post The History of ARP Instruments: American Giants appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

AudioThing shared this preview of JUNE, a software emulation of the Roland JUNO-60. … Read More AudioThing JUNE A Virtual Roland JUNO-60 For iOS, Linux, Mac & WindowsView the full article

From @synthandsoftware - PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT SynthMaster 3 Player is a stripped down version of SynthMaster 3 tailored towards users who prefer tweaking existing presets over designing sounds from scratch. It comes with all factory presets of SynthMaster One, SynthMaster 2 and SynthMaster 3 software synthesizers. It is much more than a ROMpler though: Users can edit layer voice, […] The post New SynthMaster 3 Player appeared first on Synth and Software. View the full article

Parallax Audio is now offering the Virtual Sound Stage v2.0.2 virtual instrument spatializer for free download. The plugin is for macOS (Intel CPU and Apple Silicon – M-Series) and Windows (x86 64-bit, Windows 10 or higher). The Windows formats are VST3 and AAX, while for macOS, it’s available in VST3, AU, and AAX. Parallax Audio [...] View post: Get Parallax Audio’s Virtual Sound Stage 2 virtual instrument spatializer for FREE View the full article

Plugin Boutique is currently having a sale on iZotope’s vocal effects powerhouse, VocalSynth 2. The plugin usually retails for €251, but you can now purchase it for €20.63, which is a whopping 91% discount. This offer lasts until the end of the month. If dull vocals are a common feature in your projects, this beastly [...] View post: Get VocalSynth 2 at 91% percent OFF in huge SALE at Plugin Boutique View the full article

The Usual Suspects have announced JE-8086, a free Roland JP-8080 emulation that works on macOS, Windows, and Linux. The Usual Suspects have already given us some epic emulations, including Xenia (Waldorf Microwave II/XT) and OsTirus (Virus Ti), and the news that a Roland JP-8080 emulation is on the way will be music to the ears [...] View post: The Usual Suspects announce JE-8086, a FREE Roland JP-8080 emulation (COMING SOON) View the full article

Black Rooster Audio is offering its limited VPRE-73 Halloween Edition for free this month. However, there is a three-step process to claim the plugin. Here’s how it works: Visit any product/bundle detail page on blackroosteraudio.com. Set your star rating & write your review. Send a screenshot alongside your registered e-mail to info@blackroosteraudio.com. After that, you [...] View post: Get Black Rooster Audio VPRE-73 Halloween Edition for FREE in LIMITED time offer! View the full article

Over the last 20 years, iZotope Ozone has grown into one of the most capable all-in-one mastering solutions there is. The new 12th edition brings with it some rather novel new processors and further enhancements to the AI-driven features first seen in Ozone 8. Is it now the undisputed master of mastering? Let’s find out... The post iZotope Ozone 12’s AI assistant is cool, but the Stem EQ is the real star appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

The “comeback” of the 1990s is evident in many areas. In addition to fashion, music is also included, of course. Boom Bap dominated the hip-hop scene at that time, alongside G-Funk. Today, we’ll show you the equipment, plugins, and other ingredients you need for authentic-sounding boom bap – a perfect match, so to speak! In the late 1980s and 1990s, the “Golden Era” boom bap sound was prevalent in hip-hop. The term refers to the distinctive drum sounds – the rich “boom” of the kick and the crisp “bap” of the snare – without the 808 bass typical of today’s sound... The post Boom Bap Beats Like in the 90s: Here’s What You Need – Perfect Match! appeared first on gearnews.com…