Suzumushi releases VoMPE, a FREE voice-to-MIDI plugin for Windows
VoMPE is a new voice-to-MIDI plugin from Suzumushi, and it’s free to download now. The plugin comes in 64-bit VST3 format for Windows. Suzumushi explores the process of modelling voice production through vocal cord vibration and resonance of the vocal tract and uses it to generate polyphonic MIDI notes. Voice over MIDI Polyphonic Expression analyzes [...]
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Understanding Music Publishing Rights: A Comprehensive GuideUnlock how to maximize earnings as an artist or songwriter with this guide to understanding music publishing rights. It breaks down everything you need to know to protect your work and profit from your creations.
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Music City San Francisco Epicenter and Artist Accelerator opensMusic City San Francisco Epicenter is opening this weekend, bringing new opportunities for musicians and creatives. Learn how this new hub will impact local and national music scenes.
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Grace Design introduce m303 DI box The Grace Design m303 utilises a new cutting-edge power supply design that the company say yields a remarkable amount of headroom and dynamic range from 48V phantom power.

“It’s nicer to be in the world as opposed to in some room with no natural light”: Why Fred again.. prefers writing outside of the studioFred Again.. is likelier to be found beavering away on new music in a cafe than in a studio.
The producer, real name Fred Gibson, gave a rare interview to the legendary YouTube veteran Nardwuar – “one of my absolute heroes” – where they had an in-depth chat about his life in music. He admits that he favours writing in places besides studios as he finds a changing environment more creatively stimulating.

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“There was a coffee shop in central [London],” he says of one of his favourite spots to work. “They’d bring out the extension cord, and I got too comfy to the point where I was plugging in interfaces and a mic… It’s nicer to be in the world as opposed to in some closed off, no natural light room.

“I think the reason why I like writing in places that aren’t studios and out in the world is because you get this constant collage of humanity,” he continues. “This thing just walking by, it’s always moving and changing… I think it just keeps your brain alive and moving versus gradually getting stiller and stiller in the vacuum of a dark room.”
Gibson later discusses his frequent collaborator Four Tet, but more specifically in reference to his former post-rock band Fridge. “I think he’s got this very exploratory, childlike mindset, which makes everything he does have this kind of through line to me,” Gibson says. “I think he could do 20 different bands and it would all have the same sort of Kieren-ness to me.”
He also touches on his work with Brian Eno, who recently introduced him to Underworld. Gibson went to catch their recent show at London’s Alexandra Palace with Skrillex, saying: “Sonny walked in and was like ‘This is the rarest crowd dynamic I’ve seen in years’. Phoneless, present, in it, it was all feeling loose in the best possible way.”
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Mastering.com offers Bassroom Mastering EQ + Mentoring Sessions FREE Until Oct 19
Mastering.com is currently giving away the Bassroom mix and master EQ plugin, plus live mentoring sessions, for users who start a seven-day membership trial.  If you want to pick up the freebie, better get in quick as you have to sign up before 10 AM on October 19, 2024.  The timezone for the termination of [...]
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LANDR reveal Composer plug-in Composer is said to bring the best of Orb Plugins' powerful assistive algorithms into the LANDR ecosystem.

Meet Transit 2, Baby Audio’s new and improved transition and motion tool made in collaboration with Andrew HuangIn partnership with Baby Audio.
Baby Audio has launched Transit 2, the highly anticipated sequel to Transit, the sophisticated transition and motion tool developed in partnership with producer and influencer Andrew Huang.
Among its upgrades are four additional motion modes, 10 new effects modules and a host of workflow improvements approved by Huang himself.

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Like the first Transit, Transit 2 features Macro, which allows you to sweep all linked parameters from any combination of chosen effects blocks to create easy risers, washouts, filter sweeps and more. Naturally, Macro can also be automated within your DAW.
Also making a return is its Sequencer, which allows you to set motion effects into action at precise points in your arrangement by aligning with your DAW’s grid.
First among the new modes is Follower, which makes linked parameters react to the intensity of the incoming audio so they move “dynamically” with your mix. With compressor-like controls, you can set the range of motion, sensitivity of detection and attack and release time to finetune how much the parameters react to the audio.
“Follower mode turns Transit 2 into the ultimate envelope-controlled multiFX, adding dynamic control to any linked parameter,” says Baby Audio.

Next up is an LFO mode, which enables you to sweep linked parameters back and forth with familiar waveshapes including Sine, Triangle, Saw and Square. You can either sync the LFO to the host tempo with divisions from 1/64th note to 8 bars or even set it freely in Hz.
Transit 2 users also gain access to a Gate mode, which allows you to trigger tempo-synced transitions with a click – with a Pendulum option to sweep the transition from minimum to maximum and back again over the selected duration – as well as a Sidechain, which responds to the dynamics of a different source signal than the input being fed into Transit 2.
And if four new motion modes wasn’t enough, Transit 2 comes loaded with 10 new effects modules:

Loop: For stutter and repeat FX

Reverser: Tempo-synced playback reverser with speed settings

Warp: Two-in-one pitch shifter and time stretcher

Retroverb: Alternative to Transit’s primary reverb, based on early digital FDN reverb techniques from the ‘80s

Mod Filter: Stereo filter bank with multiple filters

Compressor: Traditional downwards compressor

Pitch+: Pitch shifter with a tempo-syncable LFO

Speaker: Transistor radio/lo-fi emulation

Analog Chorus: Alternative to Transit’s primary chorus effect

EQ: Three-band EQ

Transit 2 also comes with 838 curated presets by Andrew Huang and other sound designers including Venus Theory, Zardonic and more. Presets from Transit 1 are also included.
Transit 2 is available now for $79 – existing Transit users can upgrade for just $29 – and runs as a VST, VST3, AU and AAX plugin on MacOS and Windows.
For more information, head to Baby Audio.
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Dreamwave and Cableguys release Bassliner MIDI-generating plugin (Free Beta)
Developer Dreamwave (in collaboration with Cableguys) has released Bassliner (Beta), a free MIDI-generating plugin for macOS and Windows that generates MIDI patterns for modern dance music. Bassliner beta is currently free to use, but that might change soon (more info below). Given the recent influx of AI technology in our daily lives, it would be [...]
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AI ‘mind uploads’ could allow the dead to trade foreverBecoming a ghost in the machine could have financial benefits, but for who?

SpaceX sues California agency, alleging political bias against Musk and regulatory overreachSpaceX has filed a lawsuit against a California agency this week after the body rejected a proposal to increase the company’s launches from the state’s coastline to 50 per year.  The California Coastal Commission (CCC) made its decision at an October 10 meeting, despite the U.S. Air Force endorsing the plan on the grounds that […]
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Clockwork Derby: Digital Robo Rally, Steampunk StyleInspired by the classic game Robo Rally, [Ytec3D]’s Clockwork Derby takes tabletop gaming to the next level by combining steampunk aesthetics with automation. We recently had the chance to see it live at Hackfest, together with [Ytec3D]’s animatronic tentacle, and we can say that his new take on playful robotics offers a unique experience for game enthusiasts. The 300×420 mm board uses magnets, motors, and card readers to handle up to eight players, creating a smooth, automated version of Robo Rally where players can focus on strategy while the board handles movement.
In Clockwork Derby, game pieces are moved by a magnetic system controlled by the board, which rotates and shifts pieces in real-time. Each player uses a card reader to program moves, with up to five cards per round. The board scans these cards via barcode scanners, so you don’t have to worry about tracking your moves or adjusting game pieces manually. [Ytec3D]’s game rules have been optimized for the automated setup, allowing for smoother gameplay and an emphasis on strategic choices.
The project is a standout for hackers and tinkerers who appreciate blending physical mechanics with digital precision. It’s a great example of how classic games can be modernized with a bit of ingenuity and tech. For those interested in DIY gaming projects or automation, Clockwork Derby is definitely worth exploring. To dive deeper into the build details and see more of the project, visit [Ytec3D]’s project page for an in-person look at this inventive tabletop game!

Biverb from Soundevice Digital Soundevice Digital have announced the launch of a new plug-in designed for applications where one reverb just isn’t enough!

2025 NAMM Show Official LineupNAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, has announced today its initial listing of events for The 2025 NAMM Show, taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center January 21–25, with events and education beginning on Tuesday, January 21. Exhibits and the show floor open January 23, creating an action-packed week with full energy through late Saturday evening, January 25, 2025. 

“The NAMM Show unites the entire global music industry for one spectacular week of exhibits, education and networking in January,” said John Mlynczak, president and CEO of NAMM. “The expansion to five days of events is necessary to provide more time for education and networking that our global members depend on to grow their businesses, industry and professional community.” 

The NAMM Show, with five days of events, will offer extended education programs for every NAMM member community, including retail, brands, pro audio, entertainment technology, music education and music technology professionals, as well as tracks for artists and college music business students. 

“Tuesday opens the week with our Day of Service and giving back to the local community with support from our members, followed by networking and education panels specially designed for retailers and brands at the show” said Mlynczak. “Wednesday’s robust schedule offers more education, as well as the highly anticipated NAMM Global Media Day, where multiple iconic brands introduce onstage brand-new, cutting-edge products.”  

The first two days of the schedule can be found here (https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/preexhibitsessions), which will include more long-form, workshop-style opportunities for attendees to dig deep into new strategies to help grow their businesses and professions. 

This includes the brand-new TEC Tracks Studio Summit for pro audio professionals, which will be presented by major thought leaders in recording, music technology and studio operations. Entertainment technology expert Richard Cadena will host a full-day workshop for live event professionals on powering stages. 

For retailers and brands, NAMM U will feature an expanded NAMM Marketing Summit that covers AI, content creation and digital marketing, along with the return of the popular Retail Financial Summit. NAMM will also host a special lunch session for exhibitors on Tuesday that reveals the latest influencer-marketing strategies. Thursday through Saturday will continue a robust events schedule balanced with plenty of opportunities to engage with the 4,000-plus brands exhibiting.  

A full list of 2025 NAMM Show exhibitors, companies and brands from around the globe can be found at https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/attend. 

NAMM will continue to announce, throughout the fall and winter and leading up to the show in January, new schedule additions to exhibits, education and events, as well as must-see artists and performances that will make The 2025 NAMM Show the ultimate destination for the global music industry. The full schedule of detailed events will be posted in early November. The post 2025 NAMM Show Official Lineup first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Triller is finally a publicly traded company: TikTok rival’s share price drops 20% on first day of tradingAt around $700 million, the company's market cap is short of the $4 billion initially targeted in the merger
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