Sound Devices unveil the Astral Mini Plus The Astral Mini Plus builds on the success of its predecessor by offering improved battery life, an extended RF tuning range and IP67 water resistance.

Trona Audio Dream Catcher DRME Dreamy — Dual Ribbon Mic Emulation Audio Plugin by Kyle Hurst &TRONA AudioDream Catcher DRME — Dual Ribbon Mic Emulation by TRONA Audio. We got tired of music feeling like work. So we built something that makes it feel like music again. The Dream Catcher DRME started as a personal frustration. Ribbon microphones have a sound that nobody forgets — warm, honest, and alive in a way that condenser mics rarely are. They make recordings feel like recordings. Like someone was actually in a room, playing something that mattered. But real ribbon mics are fragile, expensive, and out of reach for most people making music today. So we measured ours. Not modeled. Not approximated. We captured actual impulse responses from real physical TRONA ribbon microphones — the little ribbon and the large ribbon — and built a plugin around what we found. Every knob in the DRME exists because something real in that microphone behaved that way. What came out the other side is a plugin that doesn't feel like a plugin. It feels like putting up a mic in a room and just playing. The proximity bloom when you lean in. The figure-8 pattern bleeding in from behind. The transformer adding that last little bit of weight that makes a vocal sit in a mix without you having to think about it. It sounds like the records that made you want to make music in the first place. That's the only reason we built this. Not to add another tool to your chain. To give you back the feeling that started all of this for you. Features. Dual Ribbon Engine — R1 (Little Ribbon) — smaller element, grittier character, higher harmonic content (~7.5% THD) — R2 (Large Ribbon) — larger element, cleaner response, smoother saturation (~2.4% THD) — R1 and R2 Length controls (0–100) — shape the physical ribbon length and its effect on frequency response and pattern behavior. Three Processing Modes — RR Mode — length-based comb filtering, dramatic figure-8 character and frequency shaping — PR Mode — physics-correct Faraday induction modeling, more transparent and realistic ribbon behavior — OFF Mode — all ribbon processing bypassed, IR and character processing only. Ribbon Controls — Proximity (0–100) — distance simulation from 1 foot to 1 inch close-mic, with authentic low-frequency bloom — Ribbon Tone (0–100) — blend of measured impulse response and harmonic character — Port Size (0–100) — rear acoustic port simulation from tight cardioid to full figure-8 — Rear Distance (0–100) — acoustic rear path length from 2 to 6 inches — Corrugation (0–100) — ribbon tension and resonance pattern, tuning the low-frequency floor from 70Hz to 20Hz. Character Controls — Transformer (0–100) — output transformer saturation and warmth, from subtle color to heavy saturation — Ribbon Glue (0–100) — warmth, high-frequency sag, bloom, and gentle compression in one control. Level Controls — Input Level (-60 to +12 dB) — Sensitivity (-60 to 0 dB) — virtual mic position and source level — Output Level (-60 to +12 dB). Utility — BK (Back) — simulates rotating the mic 180° for a darker, more saturated tone — LC (Low Cut) — cycles OFF / 30Hz / 80Hz / 160Hz — PH (Phase Flip) — 180° polarity inversion — BYP — plugin bypass with 60ms crossfade, use instead of DAW bypass for clean transitions — A/B Comparison — store and recall two full parameter states for instant comparison — Delta Mode — monitor the wet/dry difference only, for precise dialing of subtle processing. Under the Hood — Real impulse responses captured from physical TRONA ribbon microphones — Harmonic saturation models built from measured THD profiles — Physical modeling of Faraday induction, resonance, and phase effects — Acoustic emulation of port sizes, rear paths, and corrugation patterns — AutoFreeze CPU management — silently captures and freezes processing after 5 seconds of inactivity, dropping from 20–25% to 5–8% CPU, instantly unfreezing when any control is touched. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS — Formats: AU (Audio Unit), VST3 — Platform: macOS 10.13 or later — Universal Binary (Apple Silicon + Intel) — DAW Support: Logic Pro, GarageBand, MainStage, Ableton Live, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, any AU or VST3 host — Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz — Bit Depth: 32-bit floating point — Latency: 100–300 samples (IR-dependent) — CPU Usage: 15–25% per instance (5–8% when AutoFreeze is active) — RAM: 16 GB recommended — License: 1 license, up to 3 computers — Price: $49. Read More

Mastering The Mix releases REFERENCE 3 mix referencing plugin (win a FREE copy!)
Mastering The Mix has released REFERENCE 3, a major update to its popular mix referencing plugin. We are taking a closer look at the latest update and giving away one license to one lucky BPB reader. REFERENCE 3 is priced at $79 with a 15-day free trial available (no credit card required). Owners of REFERENCE 1 [...]
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Roland announce SPD-SX Pro Version 2.0 The SPD-SX Pro Version 2.0 firmware promises to make the popular unit even more powerful and flexible, introducing a number of enhancements for both live and studio users.

VU202 is a new FREE sampler plugin for iOS, macOS and Windows
Vubeatz has released VU202, a free sampler plugin that started life as an iOS beat machine and now works as a VST plugin on macOS and Windows. I typically expect a plugin designed for mobile to feel awkward in a DAW, especially with its portrait-oriented interface. I tested the VST version in Studio One on [...]
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Kreuzberg Audio KA-303KA-303 Acid Bassline Synthesizer The sound that invented Acid House, Acid Techno and Hard Acid. Built for your DAW. No compromises, no hardware required. The KA-303 takes the legendary 303 sound as its starting point but goes far beyond cloning. Circuit-modeled at component level, not emulated. With a full Composing Engine, four distortion models, a Unison Engine with up to 7 voices and the Angel Fish Mod as a standalone sound extension, the KA-303 is its own instrument with its own character. Circuit-Modeled Diode Ladder Filter A detailed reproduction of the original diode ladder circuit at component level with Zero Delay Feedback architecture. Four cascaded integrator stages with asymmetric coefficients, soft-clipping saturation modeled after 1S2473 silicon diodes, the original 150 Hz highpass in the feedback path. The fat, signal-dependent squelch that transistor ladder designs simply cannot replicate. Slide, Accent and the Gimmick Circuit are also modeled at component level, including the capacitor-based accent sweep that accumulates across consecutive accented notes. Just like the hardware. Waveform Morph Every other 303 plugin forces you to choose: Saw or Square. The KA-303 doesn't. A dedicated MORPH knob blends seamlessly between both waveforms. At 30% with high resonance you get timbres that neither Saw nor Square can reach alone. Fully automatable via MIDI CC. Angel Fish Mod Inspired by Robin Whittle's legendary Devil Fish mod. Overdrive, Muffler, Filter FM, extended envelopes, adjustable portamento. One click and the 303 gets an entirely new dimension. From warm overdrive to aggressive filter FM to screaming leads with Hi Reso. 4 Distortion Models with Intelligent Crossover Logic DS-1, Tube, Rat, Fuzz. But the magic happens before the distortion: a Pre-Distortion Crossover splits sub-bass and mids. The bass stays clean, distortion only hits where it belongs. HP Resonance adds the characteristic nasal growl, ENV>HP couples velocity to the highpass frequency for dynamically responsive distortion. From light crunch to aggressive acid growl without the bass falling apart. Composing Engine. Built specifically for acid basslines. An intelligent note grid only allows notes within the selected scale. Wrong notes? Not possible. Slides and accents visible directly in the piano roll. 98 factory patterns from "Chicago Deep" to "Berlin Basement" to "Final Boss." Scramble, Mutate, Octave Jumps, Groove and Density as creative tools. MIDI Drag & Drop straight into your DAW. Dynamic Pattern Grid with lengths from 1 to 32 steps for polyrhythmic patterns. Page System for chaining multiple pages per pattern. MIDI Import. Groove Engine with five modes: Tight, Shuffle, Funk, Push, Laid Back. Grid resolution: 1/8, 1/16 or 1/32. Lasso selection for precise editing. Unison Engine Up to 7 full synthesizer voices, each with its own filter, envelopes and slide processor. Stepless detune and stereo spread. From subtle thickening to a massive wall of sound. Automatic gain compensation across all voice counts. Built-in Effects Tempo-synced stereo delay with crossfeed and darkening filter. Signalsmith reverb with room sizes from 0.3s to 5s. Brick-wall Master Limiter. Up to 8x oversampling. Full MIDI CC mapping via right-click and MIDI Learn. Dark and Light theme. Formats: VST3, AU, Standalone Systems: macOS 10.14+, Windows 10+, Linux Price: €89 (Introductory: €69) Free demo available (all features, no time limit). Read More

IK Multimedia introduce ToneNET Preset Sharing With the introduction of ToneNET Preset Sharing, users can now share and discover presets and quickly get up and running with performance-ready rigs inspired by their favourite music.

Renger Koning releases Felt & Fog cinematic piano for Kontakt (FREE version available)
Developer Renger Koning has released Felt & Fog cinematic piano for Kontakt, along with a free version. We’re almost spoiled for choice when it comes to free cinematic piano libraries; we have things like Dark Mode by SRM Sounds, Cozy Piano from SampleScience, and Venus Theory’s forms:piano. They all offer something a little different, so [...]
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Cure Audio releases Scream, a FREE recreation of Massive’s iconic Scream filter
Cure Audio has released Scream, a free and open-source plugin that recreates the Scream filter from Native Instruments’ Massive synthesizer as a standalone effect you can use in any DAW. I’m used to seeing plugins that emulate hardware, but here’s a plugin that emulates software. The Scream filter was one of Massive’s iconic modules, known [...]
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FSK Audio update Bark24 Dyn California-based developer FSK Audio have released a significant update for their innovative multiband dynamics processor.

FSK Audio updates Bark24 | Dyn psychoacoustic dynamics processor (+ 2 FREE Copies)
FSK Audio has released Bark24 | Dyn v1.1, a major update to its 24-band psychoacoustic dynamics processor developed in collaboration with Mark Jeffery, the original designer and primary developer of Pro Tools. We’re checking out the update and also giving away two free copies of the plugin. First, the giveaway. To enter the giveaway, sign up [...]
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The new free Vaults' Prophet-VS-inspired synth by Crow Hill Company and #Community #musicproduction #plugin

Latest SoundBridge update now live SoundBridge have just announced the launch of a new update that introduces a couple of minor changes to their remote collaboration-focused DAW, as well as tackling all of the known bugs.

Cloudy Samples Pianolifthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjr6-d_mKPE Elevate your sound with Pianolift by Cloudy Samples, a versatile grand piano VST instrument designed to bring organic warmth and modern character to your productions. Whether you are scoring a cinematic masterpiece, producing Lo-Fi beats, or writing a pop anthem, this plugin provides the essential tools to lift your melodies to the next level. Pianolift comes loaded with 32 meticulously crafted presets, spanning a wide emotional range. From elegant, crystal-clear concert grands to intimate, felt-dampened classic pianos, authentic xylophones and marimbas for rhythmic precision and bright, melodic layers. Browse through nostalgic, tape-saturated pianos perfect for Chillout, RnB, and experimental music. Take a full control of your sound with an intuitive interface coming with built-in ADSR Envelope and Parametric EQ. Shape your tone with a suite of high-quality effects, including lush reverbs, vintage delays, and character-filled phases. Elevate your sound. Inspire emotion. Please Note: This plugin is delivered as 64-bit VST3/AU format. Compatible with all DAWs. Features: Pianolift VST Instrument 64-bit VST3/AU Plugin. 32 Factory Presets. 26 Dedicated Controls & Equalizer. Velocity, MIDI Learn & Full Automation Support. Windows & macOS Support. Read More

Wavsen Wavsenhttps://youtu.be/o49b-njkQ7E Wavsen is a purpose-built platform that simplifies the way music producers and engineers deliver mixes and gather client approvals. Instead of juggling multiple file-sharing services, email chains, and scattered feedback, Wavsen centralizes the entire process in one intuitive workflow: upload your mix, share a secure client link, and get approved. Clients can listen, provide time-stamped feedback, and sign off—all without needing to create an account. Designed with real-world studio workflows in mind, Wavsen offers automatic, non-destructive watermarking, side-by-side version tracking, and download controls that protect your final files until approval or payment. Every project is presented professionally, helping you maintain a polished, client-ready experience. Whether you're a solo producer or running a busy studio, Wavsen speeds up approvals, keeps revisions organized, and ensures your mixes reach clients safely and efficiently. Key Features: • Centralized Mix Delivery – Upload, share, and track client approvals in a single platform. • Secure Client Portals – Watermarked playback protects your raw files. • No Client Accounts Required – Clients can review and approve without signing up. • Time-Stamped Feedback – Keep all comments tied to the correct project version. • Side-by-Side Version Tracking – Easily compare and manage revisions. • Download Control – Final WAV files only available after approval or payment. • Professional Presentation – Client-ready portals that enhance your workflow. • Automatic Watermarking – Non-destructive previews protect your mixes without extra exports. Read More