Tsuga Audio releases Envosound, a FREE retro-gaming-inspired synth
Tsuga Audio created Envosound, a free retro-gaming-inspired synth for macOS and Windows with ambient and experimental music producers in mind. The free synth combines the nostalgic sound of 80s gaming hardware with modern features and effects. Envosound isn’t the only retro-gaming-inspired synth we’ve covered recently; check out the free Junior-Lite 4-bit wavetable synth by Fors. [...]
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Excite Audio Bloom Bass Groove Lite is FREE on Plugin Boutique during the holidays
Excite Audio has made Bloom Bass Groove Lite free for a limited time on Plugin Boutique as part of its holiday promotion (ends on January 11). You can get Bloom Bass Groove Lite using the coupon code PB-XMAS-25, which drops the Lite version’s usual price ($29) to zero for the duration of the deal . [...]
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PSI Audio introduce Custom Pro line PSI Audio's large main monitor systems will now be available exclusively through approved, specialised retail partners, helping to ensure optimal integration of the systems into customers’ listening environments.

Karanyi Minipol virtual analog synthesizer is FREE during the holidays
Karanyi Sounds announced that Minipol, a virtual analog synthesizer for macOS and Windows, is available for a limited time during the holiday season. You can grab your free copy by visiting the promo page on Karanyi Sounds’ website and entering your name and email address. Once you do that, Minipol lands in your inbox, no [...]
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GLT Audio announce the PM-80 GLT Audio are currently in the process of developing the PM-80 (or Poor Man’s CS-80!), a dedicated MIDI controller that aims to replicate the experience of playing and programming the real thing.

Kushview PulseDial DTMF SynthesizerPulseDial - Authentic DTMF Synthesizer. Transform classic telephone keypad tones into a playable musical instrument with modern features. PulseDial is a professional-grade DTMF (Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency) synthesizer plugin designed for musicians, sound designers, and telecommunications professionals. Key Features: Authentic DTMF Synthesis: Precisely generated dual-tone frequencies with ±1.5% precision, meeting ITU-T Q.23 compliance standards. Interactive Keypad: 4×4 telephone-style keypad for mouse/touch operation with visual feedback. MIDI Compatibility: Full MIDI note and controller support with 16 consecutive notes mapping to keypad keys. Multiple Tone Modes: Hold, OneShot, and ITU-T Spec compliance modes for different playback behaviors. Advanced Arpeggiator: 8 pattern slots with up to 16 steps each, featuring multiple play modes (Forward, Reverse, PingPong, Random). Phone Line Simulation: 6th-order bandpass filter emulating authentic telephone line frequency response (300Hz to 3400Hz). Creative Effects: Noise, saturation, quantization, and stereo width controls for sound design possibilities. Multiple Plugin Formats: Available as VST3, AU, AUv3, CLAP, LV2, and standalone applications for maximum compatibility. Sound Design Capabilities: The arpeggiator transforms PulseDial into a pattern sequencer, perfect for creating rhythmic sequences, "phone number melodies," and generative compositions. Layer multiple keys simultaneously for complex harmonic content, or use the Lo-Fi preset with arpeggiator for glitchy sequences. The stereo width control adds spaciousness to your productions, while saturation and quantization create vintage digital aesthetics. Telecommunications Accuracy: Perfect for sound designers creating retro communication sounds, vintage tech simulations, or authentic DTMF signaling. The Spec mode enforces ITU-T Q.23 timing requirements with minimum 40ms tone duration and 40ms gap between tones, ensuring compatibility with telephone systems. MIDI Integration: Full MIDI support includes omni input mode (all channels accepted) with note mapping from C4 (key "1") across 16 consecutive notes, CC1 for temporary gain boost, CC71 for phone filter mix, and CC74 for saturation amount. Arpeggiator output can be routed to specific MIDI channels (1-16). Program Change 0-3 instantly recalls factory presets during performance. Technical Specifications: DTMF Frequency Accuracy: ±1.5% (ITU-T Q.23 compliant). Polyphony: 12 simultaneous voices. Sample Rates: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz (and others). Parameter Range: Output Gain (0.0-2.0), Attack (0.5-100ms), Release (1-1000ms), Tone Duration (40-1000ms). Effects: Noise (0-0.1), Saturation (0-1.0), Bit Depth (8-16), Stereo Width (0-200%). Arpeggiator: 8 pattern slots, 16 steps per pattern, 60-240 BPM tempo range. System Requirements: MacOS 10.13+, Windows 10+, or Linux. Intel or Apple Silicon / Intel or AMD 64-bit processor. Compatible DAW supporting VST3, AU, AUv3, CLAP, or LV2 plugins. 1GB free disk space. Presets: Clean: Pure DTMF tones, no coloration (perfect for precise signaling). Phone Line: Authentic telephone line emulation with subtle noise and light saturation. Lo-Fi: Heavy phone filtering, increased noise, and high saturation for creative textures. Wide: Full bandwidth with spacious stereo presentation. Read More

Real Grooves Audio Addictive Drums Complete Master CollectionComplete collection of Real Grooves Addictive Drums presets. Nine crafted ERA DRUMS presets plus 61 additional kits from the Buddha Rats collection. Includes: ERA DRUMS: The Golden Age 1960s (5 presets). ERA DRUMS: Rock & Soul 1970s (6 presets). ERA DRUMS: Studio Classics (5 presets). Love Shout Music Weekly Blog Presets (32 presets). Heavy Metal Presets (24 presets). Fab 5 Presets (5 presets). 77 total Addictive Drums presets spanning 1960s British invasion through modern studio sounds, plus classic rock, heavy metal, and vintage-inspired kits. ERA DRUMS presets based on documented sessions, and equipment specifications. Audio Demos: Listen on SoundCloud Installation: AD1: Load presets directly. AD2: Drag-and-drop, then resave. Preset Compatibility: Addictive Drums 1 & 2 Requirements: XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2. Individual products normally $74.97. Bundle saves $24.97. 100% royalty-free. Redistribution prohibited. 2025 Drew Gold Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved. Read More

Fors releases Junior-Lite, a FREE 4-bit wavetable synth plugin
Fors releases Junior-Lite, a freeware 4-bit wavetable synth plugin for macOS, Windows, and Linux. Fors Junior-Lite is the little brother of Junior (£29), and, like its big brother, it simulates the sound of the Nintendo Game Boy. While Junior-Lite doesn’t emulate the Game Boy sound with absolute accuracy (we have GB DrumBox for that), it [...]
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Avid unveil Pro Tools 2025.12 Pro Tools 2025.12 is now available, and delivers new immersive mixing support with the introduction of UHD World Association’s (UWA) Audio Vivid, enhanced SoundFlow functionality with built-in Bounce Factory Lite and new Inner Circle rewards from a selection of Avid’s plug-in and content partners.

Fors JuniorJunior is a 4-bit wavetable synthesizer based on the soundchip of our favorite vintage handheld video game console, bringing the raw tones of the original into present day. Not only is Junior the perfect lo-bit playground but also a completely unapologetic synthesizer with a unique palette that holds a very special place in many of our hearts. Perhaps it can find its way into yours too. Not even 8 Based on the limitations and characteristics of the Nintendo Game Boy soundchip, Junior emits raw and harmonically rich 4-bit values that will cut through anything. From 0 to 15, there is nothing more and nothing less. Wave + noise The tone generator in Junior plays back a custom wave buffer of 32 4-bit values which gets transformed by different sound shaping controls. Paired with a 7-bit LFSR noise generator, they form the perfect lo-bit palette. Table trickery Junior has four flexible modulators inspired by modulation sequencers often used in trackers (LSDj, Defmon, M8 ..) called Tables. The 16-step modulation table in Junior can be configured as an LFO, envelope, arpeggiator, MIDI input mapper and more. Dreamland While Junior simulates the Game Boy sound, it's not a strict emulation by design. It expands upon the original capabilities with a modern feature-set and control while staying true to the original. The balance between accuracy and fun is just right. https://youtu.be/BcYZKgz33n8 Read More

Justin Ehrlichman releases JDrummer, a FREE and open-source percussion instrument for Windows and Linux
Justin Ehrlichman’s JDrummer is an open-source VST-3 drum plugin built with the JUICE framework and featuring a range of kits, grooves, and some intelligent composition features. As you’ll see from the title, JDrummer isn’t macOS compatible, so before we get into it, let’s look at some alternatives for Mac users. If you’re after a retro [...]
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Two FREE one-knob audio enhancers from Turnt Plugins and Epica Audio
Turnt Plugins and Epica Audio have both released free one-knob audio effects, and while they come from different developers, the idea behind them is surprisingly similar. If you’re into ultra-simple plugins that aim to enhance your sound with a single control, this article is for you. If not, feel free to skip it and save [...]
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Expressive E release Kontrast Expressive Suite Kontrast Expressive Suite brings over a decade of MPE expertise to Tracktion's unique instrument, delivering a collection of carefully designed presets that fully respond to per-note gestures such as pressure, bends, vibrato and aftertouch. 

AGL VST Customs DRUID XG8 ClassicDRUID XG8 Classic Guitar Amplifier VST3 by AGL VST CUSTOMS. The old fashion tube tone with the AGL VST CUSTOMS signature. Installation: Download the zip file. Unzip it in your VST3 64-bit folder. Donations: https://aglangman.wixsite.com/aglvstcustoms2/copy-of-druid-x2-3 Read More

Sinevibes Skew v2 non-linear reverse delay plugin is now FREE
Skew is an experimental reverse delay plugin that has been around for a few years and was recently updated to Skew v2. With this new update, Sinevibes has implemented various improvements, tweaked the interface, and decided to give us Skew for free. It’s always nice to get a new plugin without digging into your pockets, [...]
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