Universal Audio launch UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp The latest addition to the UAD plug-in range brings another sought-after amplifier recreation to the collection, capturing the sound of Fender’s iconic Showman.

DAWJunkie releases RazorPluck Jr, a FREE pluck synth for macOS and Windows
DAWJunkie is offering RazorPluck Jr, a compact virtual synthesizer designed for crafting bright, expressive plucks — and it’s free for a limited time. The plugin is available for macOS and Windows. Although RazorPluck Jr is a streamlined version of DAWJunkie’s forthcoming RazorPluck ($49) synth, it feels like a complete instrument. Apart from a small Upgrade [...]
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PsychoCircuitry TransientREShaper+ The PsychoCircuitry TransientREShaper+ is a dynamic and intuitive plugin designed to give you unparalleled control over the attack and sustain characteristics of your audio. Whether you need to punch up drum hits, tighten a bassline, or soften the attack of a plucked instrument, this tool provides precise manipulation of transients, allowing your sounds to cut through the mix or sit back as desired. It's an essential weapon in any mix engineer's arsenal for adding definition, clarity, and impact to individual tracks or entire buses. Equipped with a simple yet powerful interface, TransientREShaper+ offers independent control over "Attack" and "Sustain" along with a "Clip" feature to tame extreme peaks, ensuring a clean and musical output. Its ability to radically reshape the perceived envelope of sounds without affecting overall gain makes it an indispensable creative and corrective tool for drums, percussion, guitars, and any audio that needs precise dynamic sculpting. Features Intuitive transient shaping controls. Independent "Attack" and "Sustain" adjustment. "Clip" feature for peak management. Mix knob for parallel processing. Output Gain control. Sidechain HPF. Oversampling options. Resizable GUI. Read More

Tracktion announce Kontrast Tracktion latest collaboration with Dawsome offers a radial new take on wavetable synthesis, and promises to brings back the excitement that producers have been craving since the early days of Serum and PPG.

Rys Up Audio Vocal Drip 2Our Best Bundle Yet! Over 25 different, unique presets in a single bundle each loaded with complex, high-quality effects. Your Perfect Vocal In One Click. You can easily achieve professional-sounding vocals with our industry-leading presets inspired by top artists. Save Time - Apply vocal presets in one click after download. Save Money - No need to hire professional sound engineers. Sound Incredible - Sound like your favorite artists with the click of a button. Experience what radio-ready vocals sound like today when you download Vocal Drip 2 by Rys Up Audio. Click here for before and after audio demos. Download all our other vocal presets Read More

Initial Audio releases Initial Clipper 2, a FREE soft clipper plugin
Initial Audio has released Initial Clipper 2, a free soft clipper plugin for Windows and macOS. This isn’t the first time Initial Audio has offered a free clipper. Some of you might remember the original Initial Clipper from 2021. Version 2 brings a refreshed interface, higher-resolution real-time scope, and a new ceiling control, while keeping [...]
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Novation release Play for Launchkey MK4 Designed to pair up exclusively with their Launchkey MK4 MIDI controller keyboard, Novation’s latest software release captures the sound of an array of well-known synthesizers.

Billy Messenger CTAG Dynamic Range CompressorThis is a simple compressor plugin that was build with the goal in mind to create a good sounding compressor for a wide variety of signals and applications. The GUI is kept minimalistic to improve usability and not clutter the screen. The original version of this plugin was developed by p-hlp at: https://github.com/p-hlp/CTAGDRC. I, Billy Messenger, do not take any credit for this plugin. This version is simply a fork which adds a modern build system and prebuilt binaries available for download. Features: * Input Gain * Threshold/Ratio/Knee * Attack/Release * Auto Attack/Release * Makeup * Auto Makeup * Mix * LookAHead * Metering (Input/Output/Gain Reduction). A demonstration is available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFKPXIpGRq8 Read More

Dynaudio’s new Delta amps arrive Comprising five new models, the Delta series promises to deliver the same reliability, consistency and performance as Dynaudio's renowned loudspeaker systems. 

Splice Instrument is the new home of Spitfire Audio’s LABS
Splice releases Instrument, a free virtual instrument that is the new home for Spitfire Audio LABS. Spitfire Audio’s LABS has gone from being the people’s champion to a topic of much contention in recent times. The once seemingly universally adored LABS, a regular source of outstanding free instruments, generated a massive shift in public opinion [...]
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Synth Picnic pop-up events With more and more traditional music retailers closing their doors, and online-only sales dominating the music industry, Molten Music Technology founder and SOS contributor Robin Vincent has taken it upon himself to offer an alternative solution.

AmateurTools releases Plucks, a FREE and open-source plucking synth plugin
Plucks is the latest release from AmateurTools, and one that delivers a welcome dose of nostalgia for old-school Fruity Loops fans. Fruity Loops users might recall Image-Line’s Plucked!, a physical modeling synth that utilizes mathematical formulas to simulate the sound of a real string being plucked. AmateurTools’ take on this Fruity Loops classic is a [...]
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Native Instruments Middle EastNI's Discovery Series: Middle East is an evocative virtual instrument library that offers a wide-ranging collection of percussive, melodic, and stringed instruments drawn from the rich musical traditions of Arabic, Turkish, and Persian cultures. As part of Native Instruments' Spotlight Collection, this Kontakt-based library is designed to allow composers and producers to easily infuse their tracks with authentic regional flavors, whether for traditional soundscapes, film scores, or contemporary music. The library features 25 meticulously sampled instruments, including both solo instruments and ensembles. The percussive section is particularly diverse, containing a variety of goblet and frame drums like the darbuka, riq, and tombak, along with small kettle drums and finger cymbals. The melodic section includes iconic instruments such as the oud, kanun (a Turkish zither), ney (a long end-blown flute), and zurna (a medium-sized oboe), each captured in precise detail. A special highlight is the inclusion of a string ensemble from Istanbul, providing a beautiful and authentic bowed string texture. Beyond the raw sound, Discovery Series: Middle East excels in its playability and creative control. For melodic instruments, the interface provides access to a selection of authentic scales and editable phrases, making it simple to create traditional melodies. The percussion instruments come with a variety of customizable patterns and grooves, which can be fine-tuned and even dragged and dropped into your DAW as MIDI files for deeper editing. The seamless integration with Native Instruments' Komplete Kontrol hardware further streamlines the workflow, making this a powerful and intuitive tool for adding unique textures and rhythms to any production. Features: Extensive Instrument Collection: Includes 25 characteristic instruments from Arabic, Turkish, and Persian traditions. Diverse Percussion: Features a wide range of goblet and frame drums (darbuka, riq, tombak, bendir, etc.) and other unique percussion instruments. Authentic Melodic Instruments: Provides access to a selection of iconic instruments like the oud, kanun, ney, zurna, and various saz models. String Ensemble: A dedicated Kontakt instrument featuring a string group of violins, viola, and cello from Istanbul. Phrase and Pattern Sequencer: Comes with a library of customizable melodic phrases and rhythmic patterns that can be easily edited or exported as MIDI files. Authentic Scales: Melodic instruments feature a selection of authentic Middle Eastern scales to ensure true-to-life performances. Ensemble Instruments: Instruments are available individually as well as in stylized ensembles that contain a combination of complementary sounds. User-Friendly Interface: An intuitive interface simplifies sound customization and makes it easy to navigate through the library's various features. NKS-Ready: Full integration with Komplete Kontrol and Maschine hardware for a seamless, hardware-based workflow. https://youtu.be/RaY-Jdhkc_g?si=mRDnQEwr1SZsp5EL Read More

Get Beatsurfing’s Random or 7DeadlySnares FREE with any purchase at Plugin Boutique
Plugin Boutique is a constant source of epic discounts, and the monthly “free with any purchase” promotions are often the icing on the cake. Their latest offer is Beatsurfing’s Random or 7DeadlySnares for free with any purchase at Plugin Boutique. There’s nothing better than planning to buy a plugin or bundle, finding a great price [...]
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Machina Bristronica: Show Round-up The SOS team went along to Machina Bristronica 2025 to see what’s new, and managed to get some overviews and demos from a handful of the event’s exhibitors.