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Roland announced that they’re offering 3,030 free licences of the TB-303 plugin for Roland Cloud to celebrate 303 day. Before you continue reading, please note that a very limited number of free licenses is available. I’m very sorry if you don’t manage to claim your free license on time, but as they say… don’t kill [...] View post: Roland offers FREE TB-303 plugin but only 3,030 licenses are available View the full article

NKS brings pre-configured mapping to controllers from Akai, Korg, M-Audio & Novation for over 2,000 compatible instruments and effects.… Read More NKS Support & Free Software Bundle Comes To Controllers From Akai, Korg, M-Audio & NovationView the full article

Here's a hands-on look at the new UDO Audio Super Gemini. … Read More UDO Audio Super Gemini Hands-On DemoView the full article

Here's a video preview of Circuit Maze, a new collection of 50 patches for Moog Labyrinth semi-modular synthesizer.… Read More Shut Up & Play: 50 Patches For The Moog LabyrinthView the full article

Have you ever been curious about the origins of electronic music, and the genre’s early composers who created it? It’s both fascinating and important to look back to learn about the pioneers of electronic music. As Maya Angelou said “you can’t really know where you are going until you know where you have been.”Electronic music uses electronic instruments and various technologies to create distincitve sounds with tools like a laptop and incredible sounding virtual instruments, synthesizers, and plugins... The post From synths to sequencers: Meet the pioneers of electronic music first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article

Every year, the 3rd of March marks 303 Day, a celebration of the classic Roland TB-303 Bass Line bass synthesizer and its impact on music. While its official production run which took place between 1981 and 1984 was a commercial failure – owing partly to its somewhat unrealistic take on natural bass sound – remaining units were sold off cheaply by Roland and subsequently snapped up by savvy electronic musicians and producers. Its sound became a staple in EDM genres like acid house, Chicago house and techno... The post 303 Day: Get Roland’s TB-303 software version absolutely free – but you’ll have to be quick appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Mix Locker is a newly-released, free mixing suite from Audio Assault, the developer behind Amp Locker, Bass Locker, and freebies like BassTR. Mix Locker is similar to IK Multimedia’s MixBox, a virtual collection of 500 series modules. The free Mix Locker comes with ten modules, with additional modules and bundles available for purchase. The included [...] View post: Audio Assault releases Mix Locker mixing suite with 10 FREE modules View the full article

Throughout March, new users can get 3 months of UAD Spark for only ¢99. UAD has a good reputation in the world of plugins. They specialize in analog emulations and are a go-to for industry professionals and hobbyists alike. Their software runs on Windows and macOS. Perhaps your productions sound like they need some analog [...] View post: Get UAD Spark for 3 months for 99 cents in LIMITED time offer View the full article

If you need saturated bass frequencies, Smaolab released the Akira Tube Free for Mac, Windows, and Linux (VST/AU/CLAP/LV2). The freebie is a limited version of the Akira Tube Pro currently selling for €19,50. Akira Tube Free is a tube emulation (surprise!) that targets bass frequencies with the “stone” knob. The signal is then routed to a three band EQ [...] View post: Smaolab releases Akira Free Tube distortion plugin for macOS, Windows and Linux View the full article

It looks like Serum 2 is in the works – the latest advancement of the popular Serum software synth by Xfer Records – and will potentially be free for existing users. The post Is Serum 2 arriving soon? Here’s what we know so far appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Korg has announced the passing of its President and Representative Director, Seiki Kato, at the age of 67, following an illness. The post “His contributions have left an indelible mark on the world of music”: Korg president and M1 inspiration Seiki Kato dies at 67 appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

By default, it gives you quick access to ambient music in the categories of Sleep, Chill, Productivity, and Wellbeing. It's customizable, though, so you can customize the the interface to give you instant access to any music in Apple Music.… Read More iOS Getting New Ambient Music FeatureView the full article

Developer Igor Vasiliev has introduced NoiseSpace, an experimental sound generator based on simplex noise, which is then used in a granular synthesis algorithm.… Read More NoiseSpace Experimental Sound Generator For iOSView the full article

There are a wide range of options, offering both new capabilities for expression, and compatibility with a wide range of electronic music hardware and software.… Read More 6 Options For Gestural Music MakingView the full article

The discussion, moderated by Michelle Moog-Koussa, features composers, synthesists and synth designs, sharing their thoughts on both the legacy of Moog instruments and their thoughts on the future.… Read More Moog Artistry & Innovation Panel At NAMM 2025View the full article

Flipspark has introduced Flipspark Elements, a new card game for the music studio that's designed to give you high-level creative prompts, across the four suits of Elements, Instruments, Patterns, and Effects.… Read More Flipspark Elements Cards Designed To Offer Inspiration In The StudioView the full article

New features include: pitch quantization, parameter randomization, and an internal modulation bus.… Read More New Grayscale Helix An Evolution Of The Mutable Instruments PlaitsView the full article

In late 2023, Teenage Engineering, Sweden’s premier vibe merchant and synth maker, found itself in a somewhat jarring position. Its much-anticipated portable polyphonic sampler, the EP-133 K.O. II, had just entered the ring and was a smash hit. Simultaneously, the company was getting pummelled over ‘fadergate’ – a host of build quality issues that incensed the devoted user base. We’re now a year or so down the road. As the dust, and hype, have settled, it’s worth stepping back to evaluate the EP-133 K.O. II with a clear head. Does it have staying power? Or is it a one-round wonder? ... The post Is Teenage Engineering’s EP-133 K.O. II still worth getting in 2025? appeared …

An office joke? A dare? It’s impossible to know just where the idea for the EP-1320 Medieval came from, but it’s here, and it’s weird. After the smashing success of the original EP133 K.O. II, anticipation was riding high for the next entry in the EP line. Once Teenage Engineering dropped the announcement for its ‘Instrumentalis Electronicum’ there was a moment of collective confusion as we all processed the fact that this wasn’t just a Middle Ages theme re-skin, but a whole new product with additional features, effects, expanded storage, and a curated sound set. So let’s look at what’s different, what’s the same, and whether any of it makes sense... The post Teenage Engi…

It can be used as a clock generator, trigger delay, ramp generator and more.… Read More Larix-Elektro Intros Time Trig To Gate Eurorack ModuleView the full article

A podcast clip in which mix engineer and producer Bob Horn claims that Pro Tools meters affect the sound of your mix has left music makers divided. The clip, taken from the My StudioNerds Podcast (hosted by Devvon Terrell, L. Jean, and Courtney Taylor), shows Horn – who has worked with the likes of BTS, Michael Jackson, and Timbaland – suggesting that the meters in Pro Tools each have “a sound”, and that Pro Tools Classic meter is “the worst” metering type to use... The post According to Bob Horn, “Pro Tools meters affect the sound of your mix” – or do they? appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Some great demos of the Steampipe and Sequential 12, a new operating system for the DW-8000, and a dedicated iOS ambient music feature coming in version 18.4. Normally we don’t cover basic iPhone operating system stuff here on Gearnews but when it’s about ambient music, I’ll make an exception. Demonstrating just how far drone has come, you’ll soon be able to play floaty selections straight from your control screen with the upcoming iOS Ambient Music feature... The post Upcoming iOS Ambient Music Feature, New Life for the Korg DW-8000 & More: Synth Journal appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

Developer Audiomodern has released Spectra Ambient Electronic Bliss, a free instrument for Soundbox. Audiomodern released the Soundbox platform toward the end of 2024, along with a few interesting libraries/instruments. Here’s a brief recap: Soundbox is a fully customizable MPE sampler available in AU, VST, VST3, AAX, and Standalone formats. At the time of writing, Soundbox [...] View post: Audiomodern releases Spectra Ambient Electronic Bliss, a FREE instrument for Soundbox View the full article

How do you talk about the film and video game music you love? Is it a score, a soundtrack, or an OST? Is your favorite part a song or a cue? In this article, we’ll dig into some of these specialist terms, with a focus on the most common point of confusion: the difference between a “score” and a “soundtrack.” … The post Score vs. soundtrack: understanding the difference first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article

Here's an in-depth look at the Tobinski Sequencer & Expander, a new analog sequencing system for Eurorack modular systems.… Read More Tobinski Sequencer & Expander Hands-On DemoView the full article

Tiptop's 'ART is an open standard for patching polyphonic signals within a Eurorack system.… Read More Polyphonic Synthesis With The TipTop Audio ART Modular SystemView the full article

The new Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) ecosystem from Native Instruments is now officially live, allowing producers to use Native Instruments software with a range of controllers made by leading brands. NKS is essentially a standardised software designed to be compatible across a wide range of instruments and effects offered by a number of significant partners. The launch follows an initial announcement from Native Instruments made during January’s NAMM event... The post Native Instruments’ NKS ecosystem is officially live, offering easy integration with leading controllers appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Music production today is exciting because we have access to an incredible range of sounds and libraries at our fingertips. Using samplers and VSTs, you can pull up virtually any sound ever created and incorporate it into your music. However, we’re accustomed to hearing conventional instruments like strings, guitars, and vocals, played by real musicians who add subtle nuances through timing, velocity, and expression. When even the highest quality sample packs are used digitally without mimicking these micro-details, the result can feel off, even on a subconscious level... The post Breathe life into your samples: The Towerz method for authenti…

Looking for the best audio interface money can buy in 2025? We’ve got you covered. In this guide, we run you through our best audio interfaces picks for every budget bracket. So whether you’re just getting started with music production, or looking to upgrade your studio with the latest tech, this guide should provide you […] The post Your First Audio Interface? Here’s Out Top 5 Picks for 2025 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Arturia Winter Sale is in full swing. And that means savings again. Now you can save 50% on selected Arturia plugins, sound packs and bundles. Sounds more than tempting! The sale runs until March 11, 2025. Versatile sound design, tons of presets, effects for mixing, mastering and restoring your audio recordings. This is exactly what the name Arturia stands for in the hardware and software sector. And has been for countless years. The company’s devices and plugins are an integral part of many studios and the audio inventory of many professionals. And not without reason... The post Deal: Arturia Winter Sale with 50% off almost everything! appeared first on gearnews.com. Vie…