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Reason Complex-1 is their most ambitious and complex synth to date Reason Complex-1 Propellerhead’s latest rack extension addition, inspired by the legendary modular synth designs of Don Buchla and Bob Moog. Propellerhead Reason has always prided itself on its semi-modular architecture, the platform is truly unique in that way and is probably the “reason” a […]
Native Instruments is giving away free stuff these holidays! Native Instruments is spoiling us this holiday season, with free plugins, e-vouchers and even a hardware and software bundle giveaway! Native Instruments recently released TRK-01, an innovative plugin designed to produce kick and bass sounds from within a single plugin. TRK-01 PLAY extracts the powerful engines […]
IK Multimedia SampleTank 4 – The original sampler plugin is back! IK Multimedia SampleTank was one of the original sampler plugins, 15 years since its original release, a LOT has changed! IK Multimedia SampleTank 4 introduces a host of huge workflow improvements, sound design tools and a massive library of new content. The new version […]
Arturia Pigments – the new wavetable synth with a unique approach Arturia just launched their first ever totally unique synth plugin, Arturia Pigments is the new advanced wavetable softsynth. Arturia Pigments prides itself on deep visual feedback, the interface is incredibly easy to navigate, and the layout features a small display to quickly visualize all […]
Sugar Bytes Aparillo – creates textural soundscapes on your iPad Sugar Bytes Aparillo is a new advanced 16 voice FM synthesizer for iPad with creating soundscapes and atmospheres in mind. Sugar Bytes have always taken a unique approach to their interface design. You can always see a focus on playability in their synths and effects, […]
FabFilter Pro-Q 3 – The next generation advanced equalizer plugin FabFilter Pro-Q 3 adds a variety of new features to the already hugely popular advanced equalizer plugin. One of the biggest new additions in FabFilter Pro-Q 3 is the new Dynamic EQ feature, this allows you to create varying levels on equalization depending on the […]
Softube Vocoder introduced to Universal Audio’s DSP interfaces This might not seem like a huge deal, however having the Softube Vocoder compatible with Universal Audio interfaces means zero-latency. Universal Audio’s plugins don’t only sound amazing, they’re a great way of being able to track live instruments while monitoring the sound of the plugin itself. This […]
VCV Rack adds VST plugin support to its epic modular environment VCV Rack is the free open-source modular synthesis software, that can now be expanded to add VST plugin support. Almost all of the core functionality within VCV Rack is available at no cost, and there is a huge variety of third-party developers creating all […]
Waves Flow Motion – an easy-to-use FM synthesis powerhouse The new Waves Flow Motion introduces a super-intuitive matrix interface making complex FM synthesis patches an absolute breeze. One of the trickiest parts to grasp about FM synthesis is the complex cross-modulation between oscillators (usually called “operators” in FM synthesis), until now there haven’t been many […]
Black Friday Music Software deals this week It’s that time again, every second store is offering specials, so we decided to look some of the Black Friday music software deals on offer. We’ve chosen the Black Friday Music Software deals because thanks to digital distribution the promotions can range upward of 50% off. This is […]
