Sonora Cinematic introduce Refraction Refraction has been built using high-quality samples of a premium upright piano, but rather than aiming to recreate the acoustic instrument, it instead uses the recordings to craft an array of evolving pads and hybrid acoustic-electronic soundscapes. 

ACE Studio 2.0 from Timedomain The latest version of ACE Studio is now available, and comes kitted out with a whole host of new AI Voices and languages, additional AI Instruments, new Generative Kits, an improved workflow and seamless DAW integration.

Arturia announce Pigments 7 The latest version of Arturia’s flagship software synthesizer has just arrived, delivering an array of new features aimed at modern producers and sound designers.

Klevgrand ParrotFrom subtle beat variation or harmonic accents to glitchy mayhem, Parrot adds something unique and interesting to anything that you feed it with. This effect will help ignite your next dance-floor hit or add that extra je ne sais quoi of flavour to your mix. Whatever you feed the Parrot, it won't let you down. Parrot creates rhythmic patterns by sampling small slices of incoming audio, and repeating it in a sequenced loop. With control over loop length, pitch, variation, dynamics and filtering, the result can easily take off in any direction you want. Each slice becomes part of a loop that keeps reshaping itself as you adjust parameters, making patterns that feel alive. The sequencer reacts strongly to small changes, so even minor tweaks can introduce new pulses, stutters or harmonic shifts. Parrot can hold on to a steady rhythm, but it's just as comfortable dissolving into broken loops and glitchy textures that evolve over time. When synced to your DAW it slots neatly into structured productions, while the free‑run mode opens up a more exploratory, generative side. The smallest change can create a new pattern, almost like turning a kaleidoscope and watching the pieces fall into a fresh formation. As the loop repeats, the interplay between timing, pitch and modulation build a sense of movement that keeps the rhythm from feeling static. Filtering can push the sound forward or bury it in grainy motion, and dynamic shaping helps each step take on its own character. Over longer sessions, patterns can morph in ways that feel unexpected yet connected to the original source, gradually forming textures that sit somewhere between groove and ambience. From gentle movement to complete fragmentation, Parrot acts as a creative companion that constantly feeds new rhythmic ideas back to you, encouraging ongoing exploration and rewarding every small adjustment with a new possibility. Features Loop‑based live sampling with sequenced playback (step-sequencer with up to 16 steps). Per‑step pitch control and accent. Variable note values for evolving rhythms. Pan alternation following sequencer. Evolving filter section with multiple modes. Evolving volume curve. Separate dry-signal filter. DAW sync or free‑running mode. Humanizer for subtle timing variation. Mute/Solo during sampling. Lock parameters for save preset-switching. Nice preset collection. YouTube.com/watch?v=sDOyyVl_e7w YouTube.com/watch?v=xHef_xhxcgY Read More

unAbleton releases Volture, a FREE distortion plugin for Windows
Developer unAbleton has released Volture, a free distortion plugin for Windows, available in 64-bit VST3 format only. Volture is a stompbox-style distortion with a bright yellow GUI that clearly nods toward classic overdrive pedals like the SD-1. And the interface looks like it was designed for a guitarist’s pedalboard. But at the same time, the [...]
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Soundtoys is giving away Little Plate for FREE until December 18
Soundtoys offers the Little Plate plate reverb plugin for free until December 18th as part of the 12 Days of Soundtoys promotion. The free offer on Little MicroShift (my absolutely favorite Soundtoys plugin from the Little lineup) just expired, but the next freebie is equally sweet. If you’ve ever wanted the lush sound of a [...]
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Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi 2The Big Muff Pi 2 is an analog fuzz pedal from Electro-Harmonix that resurrects a never-before-released dual op-amp circuit designed by Big Muff creator Bob Myer in the late 1970s. Discovered as a hand-drawn schematic, this design features two dual op-amps, providing a distinct voicing that separates it from the classic transistor-based and later Op-Amp Big Muff models. This pedal is intended for guitarists, bassists, and sound designers seeking a Big Muff variant with a sharper edge and a notably pronounced low-end and midrange frequency response. Its clipping is less refined than other models, delivering a uniquely aggressive texture and high output volume while maintaining the signature, long sustain of the Big Muff line. The unit is housed in a compact nano-sized chassis and features a modern, soft true bypass footswitch with both latching and momentary action modes for versatile performance. Key Features Circuit: Analog Dual Op-Amp Fuzz based on a previously unreleased 1970s schematic. Tone: Characterized by high output, enhanced low-end, and less-refined clipping for an aggressive texture. Controls: Dedicated knobs for Sustain (gain/distortion), Tone (variable filter), and Vol (output level). Bypass: Features silent true bypass switching via a mechanical relay. Footswitch: Offers user-selectable latching or momentary footswitch operation. Chassis: Nano-sized die-cast enclosure with custom artwork. https://youtu.be/SO0bn9O0jQQ?si=yzxARXvq9dQ6FgMK Read More

LASE by Loïc Desjardins Music Loïc Desjardins Music have announced the launch of a handy new Mac application that provides Logic Pro users with more comprehensive control over their Articulation Sets. 

IK Multimedia drops huge AmpliTube 5 CS December promo with 6 freebies
IK Multimedia has kicked off its December AmpliTube 5 CS giveaway, and it’s a huge one, with six guitar gear module giveaways. IK’s AmpliTube 5 CS is a free guitar and bass workstation, and a 64-bit exclusive release for macOS and Windows.  The gear freebies for December 2025 are the Fender ’65 Deluxe Reverb head, [...]
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AmenBreak VST offers a generous FREE edition and a hands-on approach to break mangling
Infinite Digits has released AmenBreak VST, a performance-based beat slicer and sample mangler for macOS, Windows, and Linux, with a generous free version that’s well worth your time. I appreciate it when a paid plugin comes with a free edition that isn’t crippled or constantly nagging you to upgrade, and AmenBreak VST gets this part [...]
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Inlet Audio releases ANIMATE and SPHERE, two FREE atmospheric Kontakt libraries
Inlet Audio has released ANIMATE and SPHERE, two free sample libraries for Native Instruments Kontakt (they also require the Pulse Downloader), aimed at composers and producers who enjoy atmospheric, organic, and cinematic textures. Before getting into the sounds, there’s one important thing to mention upfront: both libraries require the full version of Kontakt (6.8.0 or [...]
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Get the new Solid State Logic SpringVerb for $29 + a Plugin Boutique freebie
Solid State Logic has released SpringVerb, a vintage-inspired spring reverb plugin for macOS and Windows, and it’s currently available at a discount along with some pretty awesome bonus freebies at Plugin Boutique. I’ve had a soft spot for spring reverb ever since I fell down the dub music rabbit hole roughly 25 years ago (Your [...]
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Rhodes reveal Glacial & Monolith Custom Shop Mk8 The Glacial and Monolith limited-edition models will be hand-built to order in Leeds, UK by Rhodes Master Builders, and will not be reissued once the order window closes on 9 January 2026. 

Soundtoys offers Little MicroShift for FREE in its 12 Days of Christmas promotion
Soundtoys is giving away Little MicroShift for free today as part of its annual 12 Days of Christmas promotion, and if you’ve been following BPB for a while, you’ll know this is a big deal. Little MicroShift is hands down my favorite Soundtoys freebie. I originally grabbed it during a similar promotion back in 2020, [...]
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UltraRare Maestro-1https://youtu.be/F9_v4pjOgcE Maestro-1 is the «little brother» of the famous Soviet Maestro synthesizer. Only one surviving example is known to exist. It is polyphonic, with two tones—high and low—and built-in vibrato on both, giving a total of four tones. Read More