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  1. After a few weeks of focusing on a particular instrument or application, we return to a variety of sounds and presets to get your creative juices flowing. This week’s Sounds and Presets reverts to type and delivers a smörgåsbord of content for both hardware and software synths. Let’s dig right in and see what we have this week. And don’t forget, if you know of a sound library that I might have missed, let me know in the comments below and I’ll check it out! ... The post Sounds and Presets: 3 Diverse Yet Useful Sound Collections appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

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  2. Ableton Live 12.1 is now in public beta. This free update for Ableton’s music performance and production software comes with significant additions and improvements to all editions of Live, including Live Lite, plus Push.… Read More Ableton Live 12.1 Now In Public BetaView the full article

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  3. Did I see dust somewhere? It’s not always easy for the organizers of Superbooth to fit the mega event for the synthesizer scene into May, which is packed with public… Read More The post SUPERBOOTH24 – Synth Expo Berlin (Part 2) appeared first on GreatSynthesizers. View the full article

  4. 250 exhibitors and 50 artists & performers … could be seen this year on four stages at the Leisure and Recreation Center (FEZ) in Köpenick. 7,500 paying visitors and 250… Read More The post SUPERBOOTH24 – Synth Expo Berlin (Part 1) appeared first on GreatSynthesizers. View the full article

  5. Sinuslabs released Bandbreite – Free Tape, a freeware saturation plugin that can “add warm, analog character to your drums, basses, and 808s.” The open-source plugin is available for VST3 and AU formats for Windows, macOS, and Linux. As Sinuslabs explains, this free plugin delivers the goods, ranging “from subtle warmth to slamming saturation.” Bandbreite is [...] View post: Sinuslabs Releases FREE Bandbreite Tape Saturation Plugin View the full article

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  6. From now until the end of the month, any purchase at ADSR nets you the Waldorf Edition 2 LE, a collection of 3 plugins in a single package. Man, June certainly flew by, didn’t it? A new month means new purchase incentives, and ADSR has a fun one for retro synth lovers. The collection includes [...] View post: Get Waldorf Edition 2 LE FREE With Any Purchase At ADSR View the full article

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  7. Here's an in-depth look at the PWM Mantis synthesizer, a spiritual successor to the EDP Wasp.… Read More PWM Mantis Synthesizer In-Depth ReviewView the full article

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  8. Synthesist and author (Patch & Tweak) Chris Meyer shared this live modular performance of Nightfall: Kyiv.… Read More Live Performance On Eurorack Modular SynthesizerView the full article

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  9. Here are the first hands-on demos of the new Moog Labyrinth Parallel Generative Analog Synthesizer.… Read More Moog Labyrinth Parallel Generative Analog Synthesizer Hands-On DemoView the full article

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  10. Ever wondered what Deep House is? And why it stands out among other house music subgenres? Then this is the article for you! Deep House is known for its smooth, soulful vibes and groovy rhythms. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Deep House, including: Let’s explore! So… What is Deep […] The post What is DEEP HOUSE? Everything You Need to Know in 5min appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

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  11. While Garson used a large Moog modular system, this video demonstrates how the iconic sound of that album is less a result of the synth than Garson's sound design choices.… Read More Mid-Century Modern Synth Sounds On A Modern SynthView the full article

  12. Hollance releases Krunch, a FREE filter and saturation effect for macOS and Windows. Krunch is a combination of a low-pass filter and saturation effect. Hollance based the plugin on the One Euro Filter, an algorithm used to filter noisy signals. The One Euro Filter utilizes a first-order low-pass filter that stabilizes signals by reducing jitter [...] View post: Krunch is a new FREE filter and saturation plugin by Hollance View the full article

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  13. On Wednesday, Fracture Sounds launched Blueprint: Feedback Guitar, which is a free electric guitar pad library for the free Kontakt Player. Feedback Guitar is a unique library that “captures the iconic Les Paul playing at its sonic extremes in a large studio.” The developer used the samples to create “a distinctive ambient pad featuring two [...] View post: Fracture Sounds’ Blueprint: Feedback Guitar is a Free Kontakt Player Guitar Pad Library View the full article

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  14. sonicLAB has introduced PolyNodes for Mac & Windows, described as "a cutting-edge sound synthesis / generative audio platform".… Read More sonicLAB PolyNodes Features ‘Cutting-Edge Generative Sound Synthesis Engine’View the full article

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  15. The update introduces new synthesis capabilities, an updated reverb, workflow improvements and more.… Read More Tempera Granular Synth Gets Major Firmware UpdateView the full article

  16. Moog Music announced today that it has closed the Moog Store in Asheville, NC.… Read More Moog Music Closes Factory Store After 13 YearsView the full article

  17. Some synthesizers just sound better. Here are the seven best sounding synths currently on the market as chosen by the Gearnews editors – plus a few extra for good measure... The post Best Sounding Synths: 7+ Stellar Analog, Digital and Software Synths appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

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  18. Ever wondered what Hard Techno (sometimes abbreviated to Hard Tekno) is? And what sets it apart “regular” Techno? Then you’ve come to the right place! Hard Techno is a subgenre of techno music known for its intense, high-energy sound and relentless beats. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Hard Techno, […] The post What is Hard Techno? Everything You Need to Know in 5min appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

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  19. Here's a sneak preview of a new hybrid polysynth, Overcycler.… Read More GliGli Overcycler Hybrid Polyphonic Synthesizer (Sneak Preview)View the full article

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  20. SaschArt dropped the free eChorus plugin, a lightweight Windows and macOS-compatible release. Like all of the developer’s plugins, eChorus is designed with ease of use at the forefront. SaschArt explains, “Whether working on a subtle background effect or a lead part, eChorus offers an amazing sound every time.” The developer continues, saying “This with a [...] View post: SaschArt Drops Free Lightweight eChorus Plugin View the full article

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  21. Sonniss have released a new game audio collection, the GDC 2024 Game Audio Bundle, containing 27.5+ GB of sound assets of all kinds. And best of all, it’s free. Sonniss is a retailer of sound libraries where vendors and sound designers can sell their sample packs. The sounds range from environmental ambiance, tool noises, footsteps, [...] View post: Sonniss GDC 2024 Game Audio Bundle Is A Huge FREE Sound Library View the full article

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  22. Baby Audio has released Humanoid, a powerful vocal transformation tool available at an introductory price of $79. I’m a Baby Audio fan, whether it’s BA-1 (an awesome Yamaha CS01 emulation), the AI-powered TAIP, or I Heart NY, an old favorite for many. So, when news of a new Baby Audio release arrives, I’m excited and [...] View post: Baby Audio releases Humanoid, a powerful vocal transformation tool (40% OFF) View the full article

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  23. The video demonstrates using the Spectravox to vocode, as a filterbank, as a synth voice, as an effects processor and more.… Read More Shut Up & Play: The Moog Spectravox Analog Spectral ProcessorView the full article

  24. The build-up is a crucial element in Electronic Dance Music (EDM) that sets the stage for the drop, creating tension and anticipation that keeps the audience engaged. Mastering the art of the build-up can dramatically enhance the impact of your track. This blog will explore various techniques and tips for crafting compelling build-ups in EDM production. View the full article

  25. "Humanoid "transforms singers of any style and ability into their best synthetic selves."… Read More New Robotic Vocal Effects Plugin, HumanoidView the full article

  26. So, looking for a guide on how to make Riddim? Someone who will teach you everything you need to know to create a Riddim banger? Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, we are going to go over all the main elements of a banging Riddim track, including: … and a lot […] The post How to Make RIDDIM like Subtronics in 5 Easy Steps appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

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  27. Tasty Chips shared this video demo of their GR-MEGA Granular Workstation - a granular hardware synthesizer, sampler, effect, sequencer, and spectral time stretcher.… Read More GR-Mega Granular Workstation In-Depth DemoView the full article

  28. Last week, Flandersh Tech released the free Dynamension Creative Dynamic Processor plugin for Windows. Like all plugins from the developer, Dynamension is available exclusively as a VST3, 64-bit release. Flandersh Tech explains that Dynamension breaks up the ordinary structure of compressors and expanders, making it possible “to feed the main path, sidechain and gain control [...] View post: Flandersh Tech Releases FREE Dynamension Creative Compressor for Windows View the full article

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  29. Audio Plugin Deals is having a promotion where you can get Arturia’Analog Lab Play and Cryptic Soundscapes for free. Arturia is a big name in the world of music production, with a wide variety of products. MIDI controllers, synths, virtual instruments, FX, and more. And Analog Lab Play is the free tier of their powerful [...] View post: Get Arturia Analog Lab Play + Cryptic Soundscapes Expansion for FREE View the full article

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