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  • VSL announce Vienna Ensemble Pro 8 and 8V Vienna Symphonic Library have released Vienna Ensemble Pro 8 and 8V, representing major updates to their established networked mixing and hosting environment.

    Vienna Symphonic Library have released Vienna Ensemble Pro 8 and 8V, representing major updates to their established networked mixing and hosting environment.

  • Echoe EchoeAudio-first sharing and organization Browser-based file sharing, streaming previews, and feedback tools for producers & collaborators. Echoe is a private audio collaboration tool designed specifically for music production workflows. It allows users to upload, organize and stream audio files directly in the browser, in original WAV and AIFF formats, without relying on compressed public players. Core features Upload and organize audio in nested folders and playlists. Flexible, non-expiring share links for collaborators and clients. Stream original WAV/AIFF files directly on desktop or mobile. Waveform display or spectrum analyzer during playback. Timestamped comments for feedback. Notes and tagging for file organization. Inline version uploads for quick A/B:ing of mixes or revisions. Artwork and description on playlists. Typical use cases Track delivery, stems and premasters to collaborators. Collecting feedback with time-based comments. Organizing projects and library of tracks. Private playlist sharing with clients, labels or artists. Access & plans A fully featured free tier is available and will remain free. Paid plans provide expanded storage capacity. Read More

  • NAMM 2026: Korg phase8 production version debuts Korg have announced launch details of phase8, an eight-voice acoustic synthesizer built around the company’s pioneering Acoustic Synthesis technology.

    Korg have announced launch details of phase8, an eight-voice acoustic synthesizer built around the company’s pioneering Acoustic Synthesis technology.

  • NAMM 2026: Sontronics introduce ZETA Sontronics have announced ZETA, a new high-performance JFET condenser mic designed for studio recording applications including vocals, voiceover and acoustic instruments.

    Sontronics have announced ZETA, a new high-performance JFET condenser mic designed for studio recording applications including vocals, voiceover and acoustic instruments.

  • Get UJAM Virtual Bassist Dandy for $10 + FREE FireEQ
    Plugin Boutique currently lets you pick up the UJAM Virtual Bassist Dandy virtual bass guitar instrument for just $10, down from its usual $121 price. That’s a 91% discount, available until February 8th. As an added bonus, any purchase during this promotion also includes the Fire EQ plugin from United Plugins for free. Dandy is [...]
    View post: Get UJAM Virtual Bassist Dandy for $10 + FREE FireEQ

    Plugin Boutique currently lets you pick up the UJAM Virtual Bassist Dandy virtual bass guitar instrument for just $10, down from its usual $121 price. That’s a 91% discount, available until February 8th. As an added bonus, any purchase during this promotion also includes the Fire EQ plugin from United Plugins for free. Dandy is

  • ViatorDSP releases Ripper, a FREE distortion plugin (beta)
    ViatorDSP has released Ripper, a free distortion plugin currently available in beta for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Ripper is a surprisingly versatile distortion effect for a freebie. You get a very straightforward control layout, but there’s more than enough depth to cover a wide range of tones. Documentation is non-existent at this stage (the product [...]
    View post: ViatorDSP releases Ripper, a FREE distortion plugin (beta)

    ViatorDSP has released Ripper, a free distortion plugin currently available in beta for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Ripper is a surprisingly versatile distortion effect for a freebie. You get a very straightforward control layout, but there’s more than enough depth to cover a wide range of tones. Documentation is non-existent at this stage (the product

  • Helmut Keller Audio X FeedA crossfeed plugin for an improved headphone listening experience. Emulates the sound of a standard loudspeaker setup while listening through headpones. Delievers much more realsitc results, compared to existing solutions. A must have tool for mastering with headphones. Implements the mean head related transferfuctions (HRTFs) derived from measurements on 48 subjects. Read More

  • NAMM 2026: Dangerous Music debut BAX500 Dangerous Music have announced the BAX500, a single-slot 500-series equaliser that brings the core design and sonic approach of the company’s 19-inch BAX EQ into a compact modular format.

    Dangerous Music have announced the BAX500, a single-slot 500-series equaliser that brings the core design and sonic approach of the company’s 19-inch BAX EQ into a compact modular format.

  • NAMM 2026: beyerdynamic launch HEADPHONE LAB A new free studio plug-in designed to bring the sound and spatial realism of a professional loudspeaker monitoring environment to the company's headphones.

    A new free studio plug-in designed to bring the sound and spatial realism of a professional loudspeaker monitoring environment to the company's headphones.

  • dBdone releases Pentimento texture layering plugin with FREE version
    dBdone has released Pentimento, a free (paid upgrade available) texture layering plugin for macOS and Windows, developed in collaboration with music producer and YouTuber Taetro. Pentimento is designed to layer textures and sound effects on top of existing audio using envelope-triggered dynamics instead of MIDI input. So, instead of sequencing notes or programming patterns, you [...]
    View post: dBdone releases Pentimento texture layering plugin with FREE version

    dBdone has released Pentimento, a free (paid upgrade available) texture layering plugin for macOS and Windows, developed in collaboration with music producer and YouTuber Taetro. Pentimento is designed to layer textures and sound effects on top of existing audio using envelope-triggered dynamics instead of MIDI input. So, instead of sequencing notes or programming patterns, you

  • SampleScience releases Cozy Piano, a FREE intimate upright piano plugin
    SampleScience is a name we know very well around BPB, and their latest release is the Cozy Piano, a FREE intimate upright piano plugin for macOS and Windows. We’ve covered many SampleScience releases over the years, including VHS Noise Generator, Virtual Handpan, and the Sega Master System sound chip emulation. If the mention of a [...]
    View post: SampleScience releases Cozy Piano, a FREE intimate upright piano plugin

    SampleScience is a name we know very well around BPB, and their latest release is the Cozy Piano, a FREE intimate upright piano plugin for macOS and Windows. We’ve covered many SampleScience releases over the years, including VHS Noise Generator, Virtual Handpan, and the Sega Master System sound chip emulation. If the mention of a

  • NAMM 2026: Neural DSP introduce Quad Cortex mini A new ultra-compact guitar and bass processor that delivers the same processing architecture, audio quality and Neural Capture technology as the original Quad Cortex, now in a significantly smaller and more portable enclosure.

    A new ultra-compact guitar and bass processor that delivers the same processing architecture, audio quality and Neural Capture technology as the original Quad Cortex, now in a significantly smaller and more portable enclosure.

  • Bram Bos BattlestationBattlestation is a "1-minute groovebox", designed to get a thumping EDM jam going in

  • NAMM 2026: Apogee announce Symphony Nova Newly announced desktop audio interface combines four high-end analogue microphone inputs with real-time, ARM-powered DSP processing.

    Newly announced desktop audio interface combines four high-end analogue microphone inputs with real-time, ARM-powered DSP processing.

  • DAWJunkie releases LeadOff Jr, a FREE wavetable synth for macOS and Windows
    We all know the drill by now with DAWJunkie: we get a nice freebie, with the option to upgrade to a fully-featured big brother for just $1. Their latest freebie is LeadOff Jr, a free wavetable synth for macOS and Windows. We’ve had Lil Miss Doubler, Lil Bottom Jr, and more recently, Craze. This time [...]
    View post: DAWJunkie releases LeadOff Jr, a FREE wavetable synth for macOS and Windows

    We all know the drill by now with DAWJunkie: we get a nice freebie, with the option to upgrade to a fully-featured big brother for just $1. Their latest freebie is LeadOff Jr, a free wavetable synth for macOS and Windows. We’ve had Lil Miss Doubler, Lil Bottom Jr, and more recently, Craze. This time