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Expert Sleepers shared this video, demonstrating the updated the firmware for the disting NT, which lets you write custom algorithms via a C++ API. … Read More Expert Sleepers disting NT Gets C++ Support So You Can Code & Run Custom PluginsView the full article

The Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 offers a full-size Fatar TP/110 hammer-action keybed with aftertouch; connectivity with all major DAWs; and a software collection , including Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite and a selection of V Collection virtual instruments.… Read More Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 Features Fully-Weighted Hammer-Action Keybed View the full article

Artium Instruments The Doppler is a tiny polyphonic FM synth for your desktop that looks like loads of fun. The Kickstarter campaign is off to a good start. A year after the equally lovable The Swarm, Artium Instruments has launched another fun little desktop synth on Kickstarter. The Doppler is an 8-voice polyphonic FM synth with two operators and a single algorithm. The architecture may be simple, but The Doppler has a couple of cool tricks up its sleeve... The post Artium Instruments The Doppler: Quirky FM Synth for your Desktop appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Ableton Live 12.2 is now available in public beta. The latest update brings meaningful improvements to all editions of Live 12, along with a host of new features for Push, and a new device for Move and Note. Bounce to New Track Live 12.2 now lets you bounce clips or time selections on any MIDI… Read More Ableton Live 12.2 Now in Public Beta, Adds Features For Push, New Device for Move and Note View the full article

The JamCorder is a new device that constantly records the MIDI output of your synthesizer, so you never lose ideas.… Read More $99 JamCorder Constantly Records Your MIDI, So You Never Lose Your Ideas View the full article

Cherry Audio today introduced KR-55C, a drum machine virtual instrument, based on the classic Korg Rhythm 55 drum machines, from the late 70s and early 80s. … Read More Cherry Audio Intros KR-55C Drum Machine VSTView the full article

Dutch composer & synthesist Danny Wolfers (Legowelt) has released a free library of original patches for the Yamaha DX7. … Read More Free Yamaha DX7 Patches From Legowelt – ‘The Art Of DX7’ View the full article

It might not have the gravitas of its Roland counterparts, but the KORG KR-55 was used on many influential records of the day. Now you can rediscover it thanks to Cherry Audio and the KR-55C. Mention the KORG KR-55 to me and I’m instantly transported to one of two places. New York City, courtesy of Joe Jackson’s “Steppin’ Out” or Basildon, Essex thanks to Depeche Mode. Why? Here’s why… The post Cherry Audio KR-55C – A Plus B Equals C! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Arturia’s KeyLab 88 finally arrives for its third iteration. We take a look to see what’s changed and what hasn’t... The post Arturia KeyLab 88 Mk.3: Is Bigger Better?- Review appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

FM synthesis has been a defining style of sound design in electronic dance music for decades. In recent years, however, newer producers have been shying away from it, possibly because it can appear restrictive or overly complex. However, that’s far from the truth, and few understand this better than Laidback Luke. With a career spanning decades in club-friendly music, he has observed how trends evolve. He notes that FM synthesis is experiencing a resurgence in popularit With his latest release, “It Clicked,” now out on Dim Mak Records, we invited him to discuss the evolution of FM synthesis, why it’s not as intimidating as it might seem, and …

If you need more dynamic processing tools, Vain Audio offers an updated version of Orange Gate for free in VST3 format for Windows only. Orange gate consists of two modules that do gating and compressing, respectively. The plug-in also boasts a spectrum analyzer and a sidechain filter, giving you additional control over dynamic processing. First [...] View post: Vain Audio updates FREE Orange Gate gate plugin for Windows View the full article

For over twenty years, Acon Digital has developed premium-quality audio software. Now, they have announced a limited-time sale on their mixing and mastering plugins with discounts up to 70% off. There’s also a special giveaway available for BPB readers (more info at the end of the article). The sale covers some of Acon Digital’s most [...] View post: Acon Digital launches Mix & Master Sale and GIVEAWAY for BPB readers View the full article

Planet of the Cubs is a lite version of Safari Pedals Planet of the Amps vintage guitar amp sim pack and it is free for a very limited time. At the time of publishing this article, the offer is set to expire in 17 hours. Planet of the Cubs aims to provide authentic amp-style dynamics [...] View post: Safari Pedals Planet of the Cubs Vintage Amp FX Pack is FREE for a limited time View the full article

With thousands of new pieces of gear and software being released every day, it’s easy to assume that the key to making great music lies in having the perfect collection of tools. But for Emma-Jean Thackray, that assumption couldn’t be further from the truth. The producer, composer and multi-instrumentalist – whose sophomore album, Weirdo, is due out 25 April – speaks in a new interview with MusicTech, where she opens up about her creative ethos and her views on gear... The post “Screw the gear. Develop your skills before you go and buy something”: Emma-Jean Thackray explains why musicians should invest in creativity, not gear appeared first on MusicTech. Vi…

Chromatic Instruments has released Pistachiotone MR-65, a free Kontakt library that faithfully captures the nostalgic sounds of the Casiotone MT-65 synthesizer. To function, it requires the full version of Kontakt 6.8.0 or later. For those of us who grew up with—or at least picked up—second-hand vintage Casio keyboards, this release hits right in the nostalgia [...] View post: Chromatic Instruments release free Casiotone MT-65 emulation for NI Kontakt View the full article

Rob Papen Inspiration Soundware has announced availability of eXplorer-10, its latest bundle, which includes the introduction of RAW-2, the SynFex virtual synth, and BLUE-III eXplorer-X and Albino-3 Legend XPS soundsets. RAW-2 retains the original RAW feature-packed OSC 1 and OSC 2 sections, each with an X/Y field to distort the waveforms (using phase distortion). Users… Read More Rob Papen eXplorer-10 Now Available, Includes RAW-2 and SynFex and More View the full article

GS Music shared this video demo of the Bree6, a polyphonic analog synthesizer that features six voices of polyphony, each equipped with a single voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO), and a sub oscillator.… Read More GS Music Bree6 Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer First LookView the full article

Heritage Audio and its sub-brand LANG Electronics have revealed the LANG PEQ-2 plugin, emulating the Lang PEQ-2 program equaliser from the ’60s, which was reissued in 2023. Heritage has given several of its own hardware classics similar treatment in the past, recreating all of its Successor stereo bus compressor’s features as a plugin with new features. It also similarly transformed its Symph EQ, and its BritStrip console channel strip... The post This industry-favourite hardware EQ by Heritage Audio has been turned into a plugin – and it’s much more affordable appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Last week, BFD Drums announced the release of BFD 3.5 – a major update to FXpansion’s flagship acoustic drum studio software with an enhanced engine and new features for greater realism, precision and control. BFD 3.5 builds upon its legacy as a premier drum production tool, introducing an enhanced engine and best-in-class features designed to… Read More FXpansion Updates BFD DrumsView the full article

Keinemusik’s All I Got didn’t make it to the top of the Beatport charts, and stayed there for a healthy number of weeks, by chance. It’s a masterclass in groove, texture, and production know-how, balancing laid-back warmth with club-friendly energy that hits just as perfectly on a festival system as it does during more casual listening on smaller speakers. And that’s what we’ll be breaking down today... The post Why it works: Dissecting the production moves that brought Keinemusik’s “All I Got” to the top of the charts first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article

A state-of-the-art studio created to honour the legacy of legendary inventor and audio pioneer Les Paul has opened in Los Angeles. The studio is located in the historic United Recording building at 6050 Sunset Blvd and features meticulously restored original equipment used by the legendary inventor and guitarist... The post A recording studio honouring Les Paul has opened in LA – and it even features the pioneer’s own 8-track recording console appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Hans Zimmer feels his score for the 1988 film Rain Man marked the start of orchestras adapting to working with synthesizers for movies. Rain Man won Best Picture at the 1989 Academy Awards, with Zimmer being nominated for Best Original Score. He went on to be Oscar-nominated for a number of other synth-laden scores, including Interstellar and Dune: Part One, the latter of which he won Best Score for in 2022... The post Hans Zimmer says his Rain Man score was the “beginning of orchestras having to adapt” to synth-written movie scores appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

TEILE Elektronik, the brand co-owned by techno artist Rampa, has launched a new range of high-end studio monitors. The new SL Series lineup offers three active studio monitors, including a two-way 6.5-inch model (SLs), a three-way 8-inch model (SLm), a three-way 12-inch model (SL2), plus a matching 18-inch studio subwoofer (SLw). Each has been handcrafted in Germany, with prices starting over €7,000... The post These super-high-end studio monitors are designed by a techno veteran – and cost up to €31,200 appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Generally speaking, knowing theory makes you a more proficient musician, and helps you understand why certain chord progressions, note sequences and arrangements work with one another. But is a deep understanding of theory absolutely necessary to be a successful songwriter? One YouTuber certainly doesn’t think so… The post YouTuber says music theory makes you a “good analyst or technician” – but not necessarily a good songwriter appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Bedroom Producers Blog has launched an improved commenting system and a new BPB Community. Introducing the New BPB Community After months of planning and testing, I’m excited to launch the new BPB Community. This update brings a new and improved commenting system and a dedicated Community section, making it easier than ever for readers to [...] View post: 💬 Introducing the new BPB Community View the full article

Welcome to the BPB Community Weekly Freebie Thread for March 10–16, 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 10–16, 2025! 😊 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 comments. Thank you for contributing! To keep the discussion helpful and relevant, please follow these [...] View post: 💬 🎹 Weekly Production Tips & Feedback Thread View the full article

FeelYourSound has released a new version of its MIDI generator plug-in, TranceEngine (VST + AU). TranceEngine is a specialized songwriting tool. It can turn any chord progression into melodies, driving arpeggios, deep basslines, and memorable hooks. If you don’t have your own chord progression yet, TranceEngine can generate one for you. Different progression algorithms… Read More FeelYourSound Updates TranceEngine, Adds New PresetsView the full article

Bradshaw Instruments has introduced Drumkid, an aleatoric drum machine, now available as a Eurorack module.… Read More Bradshaw Instruments Intros Drumkid Aleatoric Drum Machine For Eurorack Modular SynthesizersView the full article

WideFire from the developer JMG Sound is now free for a limited time at United Plugins. Some of you may be familiar with the DarkFire analog-style saturation plugin from JMG Sound. If you are, you might be one of the users who asked for a streamlined plugin providing the core features of DarkFire. JMG Sound [...] View post: JMG Sound’s WideFire is FREE until March 19 at United Plugins View the full article