Korg NTS-4: DIY analogue performance mixer Korg’s latest release introduces a new analogue mixer that’s been designed to act as a hub for live electronic music performances, and comes supplied as a simple DIY kit that requires no soldering.

CountIn CountInCountIn is a browser-based tool for musicians who perform to backing tracks. Upload a track and it detects the tempo and downbeat, then adds a count-in (hi-hat or sticks) that lands exactly on beat one, so you come in cleanly instead of guessing where the song starts. It can also change the key in semitones without touching the tempo, then export a stage-ready MP3 or WAV. Everything runs in the browser — no install, no account. BPM detection, the count-in and the full preview are free; exporting the finished file is a one-time $9. Read More

Angelic Vibes releases Spread, a FREE stereo widening plugin
Developer Angelic Vibes has released Spread, a free stereo widening plugin for macOS and Windows. Spread is the second installment in the developer’s AV Essentials FX series (which I think also includes the free Pitchshifter that we recently featured). It is designed for vocals, samples, melodies, bass, drums, synths, and just about anything that needs [...]
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Schulz Audio offers Portacrunch 424 cassette gain-stage plugin for FREE
Developer Schulz Audio is offering Portacrunch 424, a cassette four-track gain-stage effect for macOS and Windows, as a free download. There’s no expiry date listed on the Portacrunch 424 product page, and the summer sale had around 15 hours remaining at the time of writing, but it is unclear whether the giveaway ends with it. [...]
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Handcrafted Mallets from Handcrafted Audio  Handcrafted Audio's latest hybrid instrument ‘reworks’ a marimba and vibraphone, combining nearly 30,000 acoustic samples with an array of synthesis tools.

Sony introduce the IER-M500 Sony have announced the upcoming launch of a new pair of in-ear monitors that promise to deliver a secure, stable fit, impressive sound isolation and accurate, reliable monitoring, all at a very reasonable cost!

Xylo Audio XyloSpace About the Plugin XyloSpace is a lush, otherworldly reverb plugin built for producers and sound designers who demand depth without losing clarity. From intimate room ambience to infinite cosmic tails, XyloSpace shapes your space with precision — blending algorithmic reverb, harmonic shimmer, and a fully interactive post-EQ into one seamless workflow. Video Walkthrough Key Features: Algorithmic Reverb Engine A high-quality reverb core with full control over Pre-Delay, Size, Decay, and Damping for sculpting any acoustic space from tight rooms to endless halls. Shimmer & Pitch Harmonics Adds ethereal harmonic layers above your reverb tail with selectable pitch intervals, transforming any sound into something truly cinematic. Modulation Section A built-in LFO with Speed and Depth controls adds organic movement to your reverb tail, keeping the shimmer alive and constantly evolving. 10-Band Parametric Post-EQ A fully interactive graphic EQ placed after the reverb engine, letting you sculpt the exact tonal character of your reverb tail with pinpoint accuracy. Cosmic OpenGL Visualizer A real-time GPU-powered visualizer that reacts to your audio input, reverb size, and shimmer mix — turning your plugin into a living, breathing visual experience. Resizable Interface A fully scalable UI that adapts to any screen size while maintaining the same high-resolution aesthetic, from compact laptops to large studio monitors. Preset System A curated library of factory presets alongside full user preset saving and browsing, letting you recall and share your favorite spaces instantly. Bypass & Undo / Redo Full bypass with a visual indicator and a complete undo/redo history for non-destructive, confidence-inspiring experimentation. Read More

FREE FX plugins aplenty with the KVR Developer Challenge 2026
The KVR Developer Challenge 26 not only provides a platform for existing and aspiring developers to showcase their creativity but also offers us an opportunity to stock up on new tools that enhance our workflow for free. And show our appreciation, of course. But, seriously, it’s one of the highlights of the year, and, competition [...]
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Almudio releases 3D Panner, a FREE binaural spatial audio plugin
Almudio has released 3D Panner, a free early access spatial audio plugin for macOS and Windows. Developer Almog reached out about the release and shared some very interesting details about the project. 3D Panner was developed over seven months as his final project at BIMM University Manchester, with beta testing from lecturers and fellow students [...]
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AES Show Nashville: Early Bird registration opens Those looking to attend AES Show Nashville 2026 can now take advantage of discounted Early Bird rates and secure one of the limited reduced-rate rooms at the venue before they sell out.

Spitfire Audio expand low-cost Originals range The latest Originals offerings deliver everything from delicate, breath-textured brass and woodwinds to a virtuosic solo cello and an otherworldly instrument built from chromatically tuned glass rods. 

Hollywood Audio Design War MachineWAR MACHINE. Cinematic Trailer Music Creator. WAR MACHINE is a powerful cinematic trailer music creator for Kontakt, designed to help composers, producers, filmmakers, and content creators build massive trailer cues and cinematic productions in minutes. Featuring 32 complete cinematic trailer song sets packed with professionally edited loops, melodic phrases, rhythmic pulses, drums, basses, hybrid elements, atmospheric textures, impacts, risers, transitions, and more, WAR MACHINE delivers instant inspiration without slowing down your creative workflow. Whether you're producing cinematic trailers, film and television scores, video game music, action sequences, YouTube content, podcasts, or multimedia projects, WAR MACHINE gives you the freedom to mix, layer, rearrange, and create powerful new compositions in real time. With over 2.9 GB of premium audio content, every performance has been carefully edited for seamless playback and maximum flexibility. Each of the 32 song sets includes multiple musical sections and elements mapped across the keyboard, allowing you to instantly create, perform, and build complete cinematic productions inside Kontakt. Features. 32 complete Cinematic Trailer Song Sets. Over 2.9 GB of premium audio content. Hundreds of professionally edited loops, phrases, pulses, drums, basses, atmospheres, impacts, risers, transitions, and more: Real-time cinematic song construction. Instantly layer, mix, and rearrange musical sections. Professionally edited for maximum flexibility. Drag-and-drop WAV source material included. Key and original BPM reference chart included for all 32 song sets. Perfect for Film, TV, Games, Trailers, YouTube, Podcasts, and Multimedia. Royalty-Free for commercial productions. https://soundcloud.com/hollywood-audio-design/sets/war-machine?si=2bfa9a8c484f4ba8a8d36b7f11154a94&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing *Requires Kontakt 7.7.3+. NOT compatible with the FREE Kontakt Player*. **Also Includes full WAV file libraries**. • Over 2.9 GB Of Included Cinematic Trailer Audio Content Kontakt Instruments + HD WAV Source Files. https://www.hollywoodaudiodesign.com/ Read More

Tonal Forms releases DADO – Lilac Alloy, a FREE Kontakt Player instrument
Tonal Forms has released DADO – Lilac Alloy, a free Kontakt Player instrument available through Native Instruments. Developer Francesco Sabatini reached out about this one via email, and it was one of the best emails I received in a while. Francesco is a lead product designer at Native Instruments, where he works on Kontakt instruments, [...]
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LANDR expand Fair Trade AI programme LANDR have just announced the next phase of their Fair Trade AI programme, a pioneering opt-in music-licensing programme aimed at independent artists.

Check out some FREE synths from the KVR Developer Challenge 2026
The KVR Developer Challenge 2026 is underway, and with over 50 freebies on offer, we’ve got lots to choose from. We’re taking a quick look at some of the synths from this year’s contest, and it’s a pretty impressive lineup. We have almost a month before the winners are announced on August 4, 2026, but [...]
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