Described as having 'less bark, more bite,' the new Slam Dawg plug-in from BeatSkillz looks to make mastering easier and and your mixes punchier, wider, and louder.
Now here's something that looks really innovative for mixing engineers and producers alike: Waves' news Cobalt Sapphire plug-in helps you shape the harmonics in your mixes for greater cohesion.
There's three Gitchee instruments currently on offer from Audiomodern, and they're pleased to let us know all three have received free updates that go beyond interface changes.
New software for UAD-2 DSP Accelerators and Apollo interfaces offers the only exclusively licensed and endorsed plug-in version of AKG's legendary spring reverb. Bring on that indie sound.
Good news for those wanting excellent software emulations of a Hammond B3 and a grand piano in your DAW. Air Music Tech's Mini Grand and DB33 have been remastered and are now in VST/AU formats.
New UAD Software v8.3 includes two Ampeg SVT bass amplifier plug-ins from Brainworx, and the Tube-Tech EQ Plug-In Collection from Softube. Check out all the details below.
One of the most popular power synths, Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2 has been updated with simplified user sound sharing and Library Publishing for third-party development amongst the many additions.
Sound designers and advanced synthesists are going to love the new generative synth from Sugar Bytes. It's a deep, deep instrument that mimics the complexity of a modular system. Find out more below.
Part 5 of this series on music production techniques explores the less celebrated, but still crucial, mixing tools available: expanders, exciters and enhancers. These can make a good mix, great!
When enhancing your mixes you'll want access to a truly professional EQ. FabFilter's Pro-Q 2 is a go-to for many producers and engineers, and in this video you'll learn what all the controls do.
If only producers had analog sounds with the convenience of real-time software control'¦ Thanks to Elektron's Overbridge (in BETA) we're almost there. And of course, Electron want to tell us about it.
Does UVI's new Relayer delay plug-in make delay effects interesting and creative again? Matt Vanacoro taps away to find out just how good this "shapeable" delay effect can be.
Today, Sugar Bytes have released a new software synth, Obscurium. Capable of organic sounds, spherical pads, arpeggios and percussive elements, Obscurium is based on generative synth tech.
Waves are offering Maserati VX1 Vocal Enhancer for just $29 today only (normally $125!) If you want to produce your vocals with little time and cost, this might be for you.
Welcome to part 2 in this series on music production techniques. Think of these as essential audio concepts every self-respecting producer should know! Let's continue with Modulation effects.
The upcoming Carbon Electra subtractive software synth from Plugin Boutique is designed to emulate vintage analog routing with flexible modulation options and a virus-style sound. Check it out.
Steinberg releases The Songwriter's, the first expansion pack featuring an entire acoustic drum set for Groove Agent 4 & Groove Agent SE 4. The name gives it away... this is designed for songwriters.
So you're an electronic producer or DJ and you want a new delay plug-in? But, you don't want to spend much? StageCraft's FREE DJ Delay plug-in might be what you need. Lynda Arnold investigates.
UVI tell us their new Relayer is a creative multi-tap delay effect designed to provide exceptional versatility and ease-of-use. Plus it's available now at an introductory price of $79 USD.