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Scaler 3Scaler 3 has arrived and is available to purchase and download. Those who have purchased Scaler 2 since January 15th will find their copy of Scaler 3 in their account. Existing Scaler 2 owners can now upgrade for $29. I honestly can't recommend this plugin highly enough !!! 😁 Linkshttps://scalermusic.com/products/scaler-3/ https://www.pluginboutique.com/meta_products/6414-Scaler-3 About ScalerScaler is a music theory plugin that helps producers and songwriters create inspiring melodies and chord progressions. It analyzes MIDI or audio to identify keys and scales, offering a vast library of scales, modes, and chords, including artist and genre-based presets. Users can easily build chord progressions, explore voicings and variations, and even generate melody and bassline ideas. Scaler integrates with most DAWs, allowing for MIDI drag and drop, and features a user-friendly interface that makes music theory accessible. It's a valuable tool for overcoming writer's block, exploring new musical possibilities, speeding up workflow, enhancing music theory knowledge, and ultimately creating more professional-sounding music. YouTube

I hadn't heard this before until today, really nice track ... Apparently this track wasn't released until 2022 however I found a video on YouTube from 2017 ? Unless it was just the album which came out in 2022 ... Daphni's song "Fly Away" was initially released on his album Cherry, which came out on October 7, 2022 SoundCloud (Deetron Remix) SoundCloud (Terrace Edit) Original (2017 or 2022 ?)

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Below is a list of some of the best software synths & virtual pianos (free & paid). Please reply to this post if you recommended any others There are a huge number of plugins available, here are some other lists I've created for products I recommend https://jamesm.blog/music-production/my-hardware-software/ https://jamesm.blog/music-production/my-hardware-software-wishlist/ https://jamesm.blog/music-production/physical-modeling-synths/ Synths (Free) Vendor Plugin Name Key Features Blamsoft VK-1 Viking Synthesizer Moog Voyager emulation, strong basses Digital Suburban Dexed Yamaha DX7 emulation, FM synthesis discoDSP OB-Xd Oberheim OB-X emulation, analog sounds Matt Tytel Vital Wavetable synthesis, visual interface, deep modulation Max for Cats Syndtsphere Circular patch blending, unique workflow Spitfire Audio Spitfire Audio LABS Sampled instruments, synth-like pads and textures Surge Synth Team Surge XT Open-source, versatile, multiple synthesis methods TAL TAL-NoiseMaker User-friendly, warm analog tones u-he TyrellN6 Roland Juno emulation, classic sounds u-he Zebralette Single-oscillator Zebra, sound design focus Synths (Paid) Vendor Plugin Name Key Features Typical Use Cases Applied Acoustics Systems Chromaphone 3 Acoustic object synthesis, percussion and mallet sounds, unique sound design. Percussive sounds, unique textures, sound design for film and games. Arturia Pigments Wavetable, virtual analog, granular, and sample synthesis, visual interface, powerful modulation. Experimental sound design, modern synth sounds, hybrid textures. FXpansion (now ROLI) Strobe2 Analog-modeled polysynth, versatile modulation, unique "transmodulation" feature. Analog-style synth sounds, experimental sound design, flexible modulation. KV331 Audio SynthMaster 2 Hybrid synth, multiple synthesis types, extensive modulation, large preset library. Diverse synth sounds, complex sound design, versatile for many genres. LennarDigital Sylenth1 Analog-modeled architecture, low CPU usage, warm and punchy sound. EDM, house, general purpose synth for many genres. Native Instruments Massive X Advanced wavetable synthesis, flexible routing, deep modulation, innovative sound shaping. Modern bass music, complex synth sounds, evolving textures. Reveal Sound Spire Hybrid synth, powerful oscillators, flexible modulation, trance and EDM focused. Trance, EDM, high-energy synth leads and pads. Spectrasonics Omnisphere Massive sound library, hybrid synthesis, granular synthesis, extensive modulation. Cinematic scoring, ambient music, complex soundscapes, diverse instrument sounds. u-he Diva Accurate analog emulation, multiple oscillator and filter models, rich sound. Vintage synth sounds, analog-style pads, leads, and basses. Xfer Records Serum Advanced wavetable synthesis, custom wavetable creation, deep modulation. Modern electronic music, sound design, complex synth leads and basses. Virtual Pianos (Paid) Vendor Plugin Name Key Features Typical Use Cases Arturia Piano V3 Physically modeled pianos, multiple piano models, customizable parameters, unique sound. Classical, jazz, pop, experimental, highly customizable piano sounds. Garritan Garritan CFX Concert Grand Yamaha CFX concert grand sampling, multiple microphone perspectives, sympathetic resonance. Classical, orchestral, concert grand sound. Kepler Instruments Monument Piano Steinway D Concert Grand, detailed sampling, multiple mic positions. Classical, cinematic, powerful concert grand sound. Native Instruments Noire Nils Frahm's personal grand piano, felt piano sounds, unique sonic character. Ambient, cinematic, intimate piano performances, modern composition. Pianoteq Pianoteq 8 Physically modeled pianos, customizable parameters, small footprint, unique sound. Classical, jazz, experimental, highly customizable piano sounds. Production Voices Production Grand 2 Gold Yamaha C7 sampling, detailed recording, multiple microphone perspectives. Pop, rock, jazz, versatile and powerful grand piano sound. Spitfire Audio Ólafur Arnalds Chamber Evolutions Evolving piano textures, unique articulations, atmospheric soundscapes. Cinematic scoring, ambient music, experimental piano compositions. Synthogy Ivory II Grand Pianos Multiple grand piano models (Steinway, Bösendorfer, Yamaha), detailed sampling, sympathetic resonance. Classical, jazz, pop, wide range of grand piano sounds. VI Labs True Keys American Grand Detailed Yamaha C7 sampling, multiple microphone positions, realistic response. Classical, jazz, pop, versatile grand piano sound. Vienna Symphonic Library Synchron Pianos Multiple high-end grand pianos, extensive microphone positions, advanced engine. Classical, orchestral, detailed and realistic piano performances. Wavesfactory Grand Rhapsody Piano Fazioli F228 Grand Piano, 3 microphone positions, warm and detailed sound. Jazz, pop, general purpose grand piano.

TranceEngine 2.1 out now Hauke from FeelYourSound has just released the next version of his MIDI generator plug-in TranceEngine. TranceEngine turns your chord progressions into uplifting melodies, driving arpeggios, and memorable hooks. If you don't have your own chord progression yet, TranceEngine can generate one for you. Different progression algorithms make it easy to start a new song from scratch. New in TranceEngine 2.1: Bugfix Logic Pro: No timeline jumps during playback anymore. Demo fixes: You can click on a MIDI preview to change the preset without losing a "demo export" now. 27 new presets (7 mid bass, 8 acid, 7 piano melody, 5 plucks melody 2oct). Price: $52 / €49 (Standard version) and $416 / €392 (Pro version). The update is free for all customers (simply download the demo and install it over your old version). You can download TranceEngine here: https://feelyoursound.com/tranceengine The plug-in is suitable for all Trance styles, but it is a good fit for other genres as well. TranceEngine comes with a big list of presets for all subgenres: Uplifting, Progressive, Psy, Dream, Tech, Futurepop - anything is possible.

And now @DoObY is coming as well !

Quality, I've only just seen this & spotted quite a few people in the crowd, including 04:41 @juicylucy 26:00 @Scream & @Smurf

Do it @Clubbing Si, you know it makes sense !

Yep I didn't think I would have it in me or be that bothered, but since Christmas I've really been getting back into a lot of music and realised it makes me so happy and that I miss the whole vibe, will see how my energy is but it really doesn't matter how many hours I can last, I just want to get back out there when I can I was really tempted with Passion next weekend as well but unfortunately I can't make that one. Just me at the moment !

Yep, same! It's been too long, must be somewhere in the order of 20 years ! Honestly doesn't feel like 2 decades have passed me by, mental

Nice1 @Dani Babyboo, I have also just booked my day tickets for Friday & Saturday night (staying off-site this time) https://www.skiddle.com/festivals/tidyland-weekender/#tickets Day tickets are £55 - full access to the site and event but no accommodation Friday Day Ticket: Friday 1pm – Saturday 1pm Saturday Day Ticket: Saturday 12pm – Sunday 12pm Sunday Day Ticket: Sunday 12pm – Monday 12pm (holiday homes also available on-site) Nice, very organised !

This is an absolute quality mix from Beako (Leigh Davison) ... Also gotta mention this track - absolutely incredible 💫 Track 5: The Snail - U & Aye ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SoundCloud Beako's Main Page