Tascam launch the MP-800UDAB The latest addition to Tascam’s range of media players offers playback from SD Cards, USB drives and a built-in DAB and FM radio receiver, as well as the option of adding wireless Bluetooth streaming. 

KV331 Audio SynthMaster One is just $9 + you get Bitwig Studio 8-Track for free
KV331 Audio’s SynthMaster One, a powerful wavetable synthesizer, is currently available for just $9 on Plugin Boutique until June 9. And there’s a cherry on top—if you purchase it before the end of May, you’ll get Bitwig Studio 8-Track for free. This is an excellent opportunity to get one of the most user-friendly and feature-rich [...]
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8UP 8-Bit Pain8-Bit Pain is a collection of NES-era damage sound effect samples, capturing the classic sound of getting hurt by taking a hit. These are the 8-bit sounds of getting stabbed, scratched, shot, whacked, burned, bashed, and clobbered. The samples are organized into five sound categories: Slashes & Scratches – noisy swipes from blades or claws. Blows – bigger hits from heavy weapons and punches. Blunts – taking damage from dull objects like bats, bricks, and bullets. Low Buzzes – short, stinging hits with a low-pitched buzz. Moving Tones – painful shifts in frequency and pitch. This pack contains: 101 8-Bit Pain Samples (Slashes & Scratches, Blows, Blunts, Low Buzzes & Moving Tones). 1 SFX Patch for Native Instruments Kontakt, Ableton Live, Maschine, Logic Pro EXS24/Sampler, FL Studio, MPC Expansion Pack, and TAL-Sampler. 24-bit, 44.1 kHz WAV files. 6 MB. Pack Demo: Read More

Kali Audio introduce the SM-8 Combining Kali Audio's proven three-way coincident architecture with top-quality components and skilled craftsmanship, the SM-8 is aimed at critical production applications, and promises to deliver unparalleled imaging, accuracy and detail.

Fuse Audio Labs TCS-68 Cassette Tape Channel is only $19.99 until May 31
Plugin Boutique is currently offering the TCS-68 Cassette Tape Channel by Fuse Audio Labs for just $19.99 until May 31, 2025. The TCS-68 Cassette emulates a single channel from the Tascam Midistudio 688, a multitrack cassette recorder that shaped the sound of countless 1990s demo tapes. We already covered two lo-fi plugins lately (Codec v2.0 and [...]
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Motown EQs v2 from Nomad Factory Nomad Factory's Motown EQs v2 combines two new EQ modules in a single plug-in, and is now available in a new and updated version of their Retro EQs Bundle. 

Lese releases Codec v2.0 FREE lo-fi plugin with new glitch features
Lese has released Codec v2.0, a free lo-fi plugin for macOS and Windows that simulates lossy audio compression artifacts, updated with new features like Packet Disorder, Noise, and Crunch. If you’ve followed BPB for a while, you already know how much I loved the original Codec. It’s one of the few plugins that replicates the [...]
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Moog Music MessengerMessenger is a new Moog monophonic analog keyboard synthesizer designed for the electronic musicians, producers, sound designers, sonic tinkerers, and analog dreamers of today and tomorrow. Engineered to open new portals of art and expression through sound, the instrument is ready to be a trusted creative companion for any musical genre or style—at any point in your synthesis journey. An Experimental Expression Engine If you're new to synthesis, welcome. You're exactly where you need to be. Messenger's intuitive layout with clearly labeled controls invites immediate hands-on exploration and encourages a deeper understanding of how to shape and sculpt sound. For experienced synthesists and sound designers, Messenger is packed full of innovative twists on beloved analog circuitry, blending the iconic, raw Moog sound with flexible, modern features designed for use on stage or in the studio. This synthesizer has two oscillators with wavefolding functionality, a sub-oscillator with continuously variable waveshapes, dual looping ADSR envelopes, 32 semi-weighted full-size keys with velocity and aftertouch, and the legendary Moog ladder filter augmented with resonance bass compensation, multiple filter slopes, and true multimode functionality. Messenger's 256 on-board presets allow for immediate saving and recall of your favorite sounds. An intuitive arpeggiator and expression/sustain pedal inputs make this an indispensable live tool, while its unique sequencer with probabilistic controls and Eurorack connectivity set Messenger up to be at the core of your studio or home setup. Craft soaring leads and deep, rumbling basses. Create delicately textured pads and flowing arpeggios. Build beats with custom kicks, snares, and toms. Explore dense drones and inharmonic metallics. Pay attention to how these sounds impact the way you hear the world around you. Endless Sonic Discoveries Await Timeless and Intuitive - Messenger builds on the DNA of Moog's most iconic and prolific monosynths—Minimoog Model D, Voyager, Grandmother, Subsequent 37—and puts a new spin on a familiar format with innovative circuits and timeless analog sound. A Legend Reborn - The legendary Moog transistor ladder filter gets some new tricks up its sleeve. A unique pole-mixing design allows the ladder filter to preserve bass frequencies as resonance is increased via the RES BASS switch while keeping its sonic legacy intact. Low-pass mode adds a 2-pole filter slope in addition to the classic Moog 4-pole low-pass filter slope. Inspiration at Your Fingertips - 32 full-size semi-weighted keys with velocity and aftertouch, a robust metal panel, 256 presets, and knob-per-function controls mean Messenger is endlessly playable and ready to bring to your next gig. Compositional Powerhouse - Effortlessly record sequences of up to 64 steps, integrate chance operations, and introduce random fluctuations and parameter recording. Experiment with a plethora of arpeggiator patterns and cascade notes into infinity. Sound Design and Modulation Playground - Two loopable ADSR envelopes, two LFOs, and expanded frequency and audio rate modulation options via Oscillator 2 provide a wealth of modulation options and deeper assignable possibilities. Comprehensive Connectivity - Messenger integrates seamlessly into any studio or live setup with six analog control voltage (CV) patch points, an external audio input to the filter, expression and sustain pedal inputs, and 5-pin DIN MIDI in/out as well as MIDI over USB-C. TYPE - Monophonic Analog Synthesizer SOUND ENGINE: Analog. NUMBER OF KEYS: 32. TYPE OF KEYS: Semi-Weighted with Velocity and Aftertouch. CONTROLLERS: Pitch Bend, Mod Wheel, Velocity, Aftertouch. POLYPHONY: Monophonic. ANALOG SIGNAL PROCESSORS: 1x Voltage-Controlled Multimode Moog Transistor Ladder Filter with Selectable Resonance Compensation, 1x Voltage-Controlled Amplifier. ENVELOPES: 2x ADSR Loopable Envelopes. LFOS: 1x Selectable Waveshape LFO (LFO 1), 1x Triangle Wave LFO (LFO 2). PRESETS: 256 patches - 16 banks, 16 patches per bank. ARPEGGIATOR / SEQUENCER: 64 step sequence saveable per-patch. Audio INPUT: 1x 6.5mm TS. Audio OUTPUT: 1x 6.5mm TS, 1x 6.5mm TRS Headphone. MIDI I/O: DIN In, DIN Out, USB-C. CV/GATE CONNECTIONS: 6x 3.5mm TS - CV/Gate In, CV/Gate Out, Analog Clock In/Out. PEDAL INPUTS: Sustain, Expression (6.5mm TRS). WEIGHT: 4.95 kg / 10.91 lbs. DIMENSIONS: 58.50 width x 32.16 depth x 9.65 height (cm) 23.03 width x 12.66 depth x 3.80 height (inches). POWER: Included 12V DC (Center Positive) Power Supply, 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz. YouTube/klcu9t-pYKk Read More

Consistent Interruption releases Tumult, a FREE noisemaker plugin for Windows and Linux
Developer Consistent Interruption has released Tumult, a free noisemaker plugin for Windows and Linux. Adding noise externally (outside the instrument in use, and not as a side-effect of a particular FX chain) is something that many composers might underutilize. I know I’ve been guilty of making drastic changes at times rather than focusing on textural [...]
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Analog Obsession releases FREE EDComp compressor plugin for Windows and macOS
Analog Obsession has released EDComp, a free and beginner-friendly compressor plugin for Windows and macOS. EDComp is a streamlined compressor featuring a fixed-threshold design with a variable ratio that ranges from 1:1 to 10:1. I think this is a great option for new producers as well as experienced producers who want to speed up their [...]
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MeldaProduction releases Analog Empire: Plucks and Keys (FREE until June 8)
Analog Empire: Plucks and Keys is a brand-new instrument for MSoundFactory, and it’s free until June 8, 2025. Once the introductory offer ends, Analog Empire: Plucks and Keys will be available at a regular price of £58. Any version of MSoundFactory (Full, LE, Free) is required to run Analog Empire: Plucks and Keys, and current [...]
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Synchron Special Brass from VSL Following on from the recent release of Synchron Special Woodwinds, VSL have announced the launch of the library’s brass counterpart.

Soundspear SuperlimitPreview (YouTube): https://youtu.be/Pun_C7LAYdU Product Page & Demo download: https://soundspear.com/product/superlimit Superlimit redefines dynamic control by integrating classic analog warmth with modern precision. This limiter adds rich harmonic content, giving your tracks that sought-after glow and musical character. Its advanced lookahead architecture with signal ballistics ensures zero hard clipping and delivers remarkably smooth limiting transitions, preserving the natural dynamics of your audio. Read More

Get Unfiltered Audio’s TRIAD Multi-Band FX Plugin for only $10
Plugin Boutique is offering the powerful Unfiltered Audio TRIAD plugin for only $10 (90% OFF) until May 30, and it’s an absolute no-brainer if you’re into creative sound design or advanced mixing workflows. TRIAD is a three-band version of one of my favorite Plugin Alliance plugins, Unfiltered Audio’s BYOME (Build Your Own Modular Effect). It [...]
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Klaus Scheuermann releases FREE PodcastPlugins bundle for Speech Enhancement
Klaus Scheuermann has released PodcastPlugins, a free plugin bundle designed to simplify speech processing for podcasters on Windows, macOS, and Linux. As regular BPB readers might know, I’m always interested in plugins designed with a specific purpose in mind, or as I like to call them, specialty plugins. While all-purpose EQs, compressors, and limiters are [...]
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