BOSS expand GX series: GX-1 and GX-1B Boss have announced the GX-1 and GX-1B, two new ultra-compact multi-effects processors that extend the GX series with two keenly priced entry-level models for guitar and bass respectively.

Electronik Sound Lab Abyss FXWHAT IS ABYSS FX? AbyssFX is a creative reverb and spatial destruction plugin designed for producers, sound designers, and audio engineers who demand more than just ambience. While traditional reverbs aim for transparency and realism, AbyssFX embraces character, movement, and transformation. Featuring three distinct morphing modes that fundamentally alter the reverb's behavior, advanced pitch shifting, and creative destruction tools, AbyssFX delivers everything from organic cinematic textures to aggressive glitch effects. Whether you need textured vintage warmth, deep evolving spaces, or complete sonic annihilation, AbyssFX provides the tools for creative exploration. Built on a custom Dattorro FDN architecture with Hermite interpolation and professional DSP enhancements, this plugin combines studio-grade algorithms with a bold, character-driven approach. Perfect for when you want your reverb to be heard, not hidden. LAUNCH SPECIAL - 50% OFF: €29.99 (ex VAT) - Regular price €59.99 - Offer ends: February 8, 2026 at 23:59 CET https://electroniksoundlab.com/abyss-fx/ KEY Features THREE MORPHING REVERB MODES Transform your sound with three distinct reverb personalities: RUST MODE - Vintage Saturation Engine. Textured, modulated spaces with progressive saturation and organic breathing. Creates vintage tape machine warmth, lo-fi cassette character, and warm analog textures. Perfect for retro electronic music, textured pads, and progressive saturation builds: ABYSS MODE - Deep Space Engine. The deepest and cleanest mode. Creates vast, underwater-like spaces with slow organic movement. Features the deepest modulation (up to 125 samples) without added drive saturation. Perfect for cinematic soundscapes, dark ambient, and film scoring: MAGMA MODE - Destruction Engine. Pure sonic aggression with the fastest LFO speed (2×), increased diffusion, and extreme drive behavior. Intentionally creates artifacts and distortion for creative destruction. Perfect for glitch effects, breakdowns, and experimental electronic music. PRESSURE MACRO CONTROL AbyssFX's secret weapon - a single control that morphs multiple parameters simultaneously: Size breathing and space expansion. Modulation depth increases. Progressive drive saturation (mode-dependent). Wet mix boost for instant impact. Dual functionality: use with reverb OR as standalone drive control. Each morph mode responds differently to Pressure, creating instant sonic transformations from subtle enhancement to complete chaos. HYBRID PITCH FX SYSTEM Two distinct pitch modes optimized for different applications: SUB-ABYSS MODE - Pitch Down Specialist. Serial mixing architecture optimized for sub-bass generation and octave-down effects. Perfect for adding weight and depth to drums and bass: GLITCH MODE - Shimmer. Parallel mixing architecture for ethereal shimmer effects. Creates angelic, crystalline textures perfect for ambient and post-rock styles. Both modes feature adjustable pitch shift from -12 to +12 semitones with independent amount control. CREATIVE DRIVE SYSTEM Five distinct saturation modes for character or devastation: ANALOG - Vintage tube-style saturation for subtle warmth. TAPE - Tape saturation emulation with smooth harmonic compression. BIT - Bit-reduction distortion for lo-fi aesthetics and digital crunch. FOLD - Wave-folding algorithm for complex harmonic content. GRANULAR - Sample rate reduction with glitchy, stuttering textures. Parallel processing with independent Amount, Mix, and Tone controls. PROFESSIONAL FILTERING State Variable TPT filters with advanced control: High-pass filter (20 Hz - 2 kHz). Low-pass filter (2 kHz - 20 kHz). Independent Q control (0.1 - 10.0) for each filter. Selectable slopes: 12 dB/oct or 24 dB/oct. Surgical tonal shaping from mud removal to telephone effects. ADVANCED MODULATION Create movement and organic evolution: LFO Rate: 0.05 - 10 Hz with mode-dependent speed multiplication. LFO Depth: 0-100% modulation intensity. Orbit: Circular stereo panning for swirling spatial effects. Mode-specific behavior: Abyss (0.5× slow), Magma (2× fast). FREEZE FUNCTION Infinite sustain for pad creation and sound design: Capture and hold current reverb tail. Transform transients into evolving textures. Perfect for live performance transitions. Combine with Pitch FX for instant synth pads. PROFESSIONAL OUTPUT PROTECTION Studio-grade signal processing: Soft clipping for musical saturation. Brick-wall limiter prevents intersample peaks. Denormal protection for consistent CPU performance. Zero latency for real-time performance. Extended tail times up to 60 seconds. COMPREHENSIVE PRESET SYSTEM Get started instantly or build your library: 60+ factory presets covering diverse use cases. Save unlimited custom presets. Automatic dirty state detection. Preset browser with dropdown selection. Easy sharing via .afx files. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio PROCESSING: Sample rate support: 44.1 kHz - 192 kHz. Bit depth: 32-bit floating point internal processing. Latency: Zero latency (no look-ahead processing). Tail time: Up to 60 seconds. Channel configuration: Stereo in / Stereo out. Dynamic range: >120 dB. DSP ARCHITECTURE: 4-line FDN architecture with Hadamard mixing matrix. Hermite interpolation for artifact-free modulation. Advanced input diffusion network (8 all-pass stages). DC blocking filters for bass preservation. Denormal protection for CPU efficiency. Adaptive delay line sizing with breathing room. OPTIMIZATION: Efficient memory management. SIMD-optimized math operations. Lock-free parameter updates. Conditional processing (bypasses inactive sections). Smoothed parameter changes for click-free automation. COMPATIBILITY: Format: VST3. Platform: Windows 64-bit. Minimum: Windows 10. Tested DAWs: FL Studio, Ableton Live, Reaper, Studio One, Cubase. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 10 (64-bit) or later. Dual-core processor (2.0 GHz or faster). 4 GB RAM. VST3-compatible DAW. 50 MB free disk space. OpenGL 2.0 compatible graphics. RECOMMENDED REQUIREMENTS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit). Quad-core processor (2.5 GHz or faster). 8 GB RAM or more. VST3-compatible DAW. 100 MB free disk space. Dedicated graphics card. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwgHDNNUK1Y Read More

W.A. Production releases Delay Rings 8-Bit (Japan) with a limited-time 70% discount
Delay Rings 8-Bit (Japan) is a brand-new version of the developer’s flagship dynamic delay engine, and you can grab it for just $12 while the intro offer lasts. That’s a massive 70% discount! The introductory sale will last for another 17 days (as of the time of writing – 26 January 2026). Once the sale ends, [...]
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Ablaze Audio releases Ablaze Toolkit bundle with five FREE plugins
Ablaze Audio has released Ablaze Toolkit, a bundle of five free plugins for Windows, macOS, and Linux, designed to simplify common mixing and sound design tasks in modern metal production. Oh, and there’s a fun easter egg for BPB readers. Ablaze Audio is run by the same developer who created our BPB Dirty Filter plugin. [...]
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NAMM 2026: Korg microAUDIO 22 & 722 Korg have announced the microAUDIO series, two compact USB-C audio interfaces designed for desktop, mobile, and streaming-based workflows.

VSL announce Vienna Ensemble Pro 8 and 8V Vienna Symphonic Library have released Vienna Ensemble Pro 8 and 8V, representing major updates to their established networked mixing and hosting environment.

Echoe EchoeAudio-first sharing and organization Browser-based file sharing, streaming previews, and feedback tools for producers & collaborators. Echoe is a private audio collaboration tool designed specifically for music production workflows. It allows users to upload, organize and stream audio files directly in the browser, in original WAV and AIFF formats, without relying on compressed public players. Core features Upload and organize audio in nested folders and playlists. Flexible, non-expiring share links for collaborators and clients. Stream original WAV/AIFF files directly on desktop or mobile. Waveform display or spectrum analyzer during playback. Timestamped comments for feedback. Notes and tagging for file organization. Inline version uploads for quick A/B:ing of mixes or revisions. Artwork and description on playlists. Typical use cases Track delivery, stems and premasters to collaborators. Collecting feedback with time-based comments. Organizing projects and library of tracks. Private playlist sharing with clients, labels or artists. Access & plans A fully featured free tier is available and will remain free. Paid plans provide expanded storage capacity. Read More

NAMM 2026: Korg phase8 production version debuts Korg have announced launch details of phase8, an eight-voice acoustic synthesizer built around the company’s pioneering Acoustic Synthesis technology.

NAMM 2026: Sontronics introduce ZETA Sontronics have announced ZETA, a new high-performance JFET condenser mic designed for studio recording applications including vocals, voiceover and acoustic instruments.

Get UJAM Virtual Bassist Dandy for $10 + FREE FireEQ
Plugin Boutique currently lets you pick up the UJAM Virtual Bassist Dandy virtual bass guitar instrument for just $10, down from its usual $121 price. That’s a 91% discount, available until February 8th. As an added bonus, any purchase during this promotion also includes the Fire EQ plugin from United Plugins for free. Dandy is [...]
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ViatorDSP releases Ripper, a FREE distortion plugin (beta)
ViatorDSP has released Ripper, a free distortion plugin currently available in beta for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Ripper is a surprisingly versatile distortion effect for a freebie. You get a very straightforward control layout, but there’s more than enough depth to cover a wide range of tones. Documentation is non-existent at this stage (the product [...]
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Helmut Keller Audio X FeedA crossfeed plugin for an improved headphone listening experience. Emulates the sound of a standard loudspeaker setup while listening through headpones. Delievers much more realsitc results, compared to existing solutions. A must have tool for mastering with headphones. Implements the mean head related transferfuctions (HRTFs) derived from measurements on 48 subjects. Read More

NAMM 2026: Dangerous Music debut BAX500 Dangerous Music have announced the BAX500, a single-slot 500-series equaliser that brings the core design and sonic approach of the company’s 19-inch BAX EQ into a compact modular format.

NAMM 2026: beyerdynamic launch HEADPHONE LAB A new free studio plug-in designed to bring the sound and spatial realism of a professional loudspeaker monitoring environment to the company's headphones.

dBdone releases Pentimento texture layering plugin with FREE version
dBdone has released Pentimento, a free (paid upgrade available) texture layering plugin for macOS and Windows, developed in collaboration with music producer and YouTuber Taetro. Pentimento is designed to layer textures and sound effects on top of existing audio using envelope-triggered dynamics instead of MIDI input. So, instead of sequencing notes or programming patterns, you [...]
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