Low End Candy releases The Clap, a FREE crowd-clap plugin for macOS
Low End Candy has released The Clap, a free crowd-clap synthesizer for macOS. The interesting part here is that The Clap does not use samples. It synthesizes handclaps from scratch by modeling everything from the skin smack to the body of cupped palms, and a adding bit of snap for more impact. I often use [...]
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Golden DSP releases Shatter Clip, a FREE visual clipper plugin
Golden DSP has released Shatter Clip, a free clipper plugin for macOS and Windows. If there is one type of plugin I have seen dozens and dozens of over the past several years, it has to be the clipper. There are countless free clippers out there, and I doubt that most producers need another one [...]
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VSL reveal Synchron Brass (muted) The latest addition to VSL’s ever-expanding sample library collection introduces three new Single Pack instruments to the Synchron Brass series, along with a new bundle that brings together all of their muted brass offerings. 

13 Greates​t Sophomore Albums in Music⁠ HistoryFrom Nevermind to Paranoid, these 13 sophomore albums didn't just avoid the dreaded second-album slump — they became the defining records of their artists' careers.

Thiel Capital’s Jack Selby nabs stakes in hot startups like Etched through Arizona connectionsSelby's VC firm Copper Sky Capital is currently raising a $300 million second fund, according to a regulatory filing.

Logan Light joins Warner Music Group as Chief of Staff to CEO Robert KynclLight joined WMG in March according to his LinkedIn profile
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GAVIN TEMPANY JOINS KYLIE MINOGUE’S TENSION TOUR ON SSL LIVE L550 PLUSMonitor engineer Gavin Tempany supported Kylie Minogue’s 2025 Tension Tour using a Solid State Logic Live L550 Plus console, managing complex in-ear mixes, and an extensive communications setup across nearly 70 global shows.

The production combined detailed vocal control, integrated comms routing, and full system redundancy to accommodate the scale and technical demands of the tour.

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DIY SI5351 Radio Tunes In SW, MW, And MoreThere are plenty of radios you can buy that pick up MW and SW bands if that’s what you’re into. Or, you can follow [mircemk]’s example, and whip one up yourself instead.
The build employs an ESP32 as the brains of the operation. It’s hooked up to a rotary encoder and a small colour TFT screen, which displays an old-school style tuning dial for choosing the desired frequency. This setup is paired with an Si5351—a capable clock generator chip that can deliver just about any frequency from

IMF says tokenization could transform settlement and financial stabilityThe global lender says blockchain-based finance could streamline markets but warns that fragmented standards and regulations may create new systemic risks.

FRCTL Audio releases DLAY Lite, a FREE multi-tap delay plugin
FRCTL Audio has released DLAY Lite, a free multi-tap delay plugin for macOS, Windows, and Linux. DLAY Lite is a simple delay with two main controls and 12 presets. You can pick a preset, adjust Mix and Wash, and you are basically done. The Wash knob is the main character control. It turns tighter, clearer [...]
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Audio Brewers ab Recorder"ab Recorder" is not just another mobile recorder - it's a complete immersive audio and video capture system. Designed for Ambisonics recording on iOS, "ab Recorder" transforms your iPhone into a powerful field recorder capable of capturing professional-quality spatial audio wherever inspiration strikes. At its core, "ab Recorder" records lossless 1st-Order Ambisonics directly from your device, capturing up to 32-bit float at 48 kHz. Whether you're collecting ambiences, documenting locations, or creating immersive content, every recording preserves the full spatial soundfield for maximum flexibility in post-production. But audio is only part of the story. "ab Recorder" can simultaneously record Ambisonics audio and stunning 4K video at up to 60 frames per second. You can even capture both the front and rear cameras at the same time in dual 4K video, ensuring you never lose the visual context of your recordings. The app intelligently aligns the Ambisonic soundfield with your chosen camera and device orientation. Whether you're filming with the front camera, rear camera, in portrait, or landscape mode, the recorded soundfield always matches the visual perspective of your shot. Using your iPhone's built-in zoom controls, you can freely adjust your framing while continuing to capture the complete Ambisonic soundfield. For even greater flexibility, dual-camera recording lets you document both sides of a scene simultaneously, creating a complete audiovisual record of your environment. For creators working in the field, "ab Recorder" can also embed GPS coordinates directly into both audio and video files, allowing you to identify exactly where every recording was made. Do you find yourself discovering the perfect recording location when you least expect it? "ab Recorder" turns the device already in your pocket into a professional Ambisonics recorder, eliminating the need to carry dedicated recording equipment everywhere you go. The resulting recordings can be used directly with the Audio Brewers ecosystem and other professional Ambisonics workflows, making them ready for Stereo, Binaural, Surround, Dolby Atmos, and custom speaker layouts. In essence, "ab Recorder" is about freedom, flexibility, and never missing a recording opportunity. Professional immersive audio capture is no longer limited to the gear in your backpack - it is already in your pocket. Read More

MKS Mixing releases DelayU-42, a FREE vintage-style digital delay plugin
MKS Mixing has released DelayU-42, a free vintage-inspired delay plugin for macOS and Windows. DelayU-42 recreates the sound of classic 80s rack delays, focusing on grit, saturation, limiter behavior, and dark echoes. Although MKS Mixing does not name the original unit directly, I’m guessing it’s the PCM42, but it could also be the Korg SDD-3000 [...]
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GearExpo UK 2026 Over 150 manufacturers took part in GearExpo UK, demonstrating everything from mics, synths and interfaces through to large-format consoles and high-end monitoring systems.

Plasmatic releases COGG, a FREE industrial destruction FX plugin for macOS and Windows
COGG is a free industrial destruction FX plugin for macOS and Windows released by the developer Plasmatic. Plasmatic says COGG turns any sound into something industrial, and that’s a pretty fair description. When we think of industrial sounds, they aren’t pretty sounds; they are unapologetically metallic, gritty, screeching, scraping, clunky, and none of that sounds [...]
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Short on booth space? AlphaTheta’s new CDJ-1500X multi player packs flagship features into a smaller footprintNot every DJ booth has room for a pair of full-size CDJs. With that in mind, AlphaTheta has unveiled the CDJ-1500X – a compact DJ multi player designed to bring the flagship CDJ-3000X experience to bars, smaller clubs, mobile DJs and home studios.
Despite its smaller footprint, the CDJ-1500X packs in many of the headline features found on its flagship sibling, while adding a few tricks of its own.

READ MORE: AlphaTheta DJM-V5 review: Are niche setups the future of DJ gear?

For starters, the CDJ-1500X features the same 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen as the CDJ-3000X, making it easy to view playlists, waveforms, BPM, keys, cues, loops, and other information. The main waveform display includes visual indicators for vocal positions, BPM change points, and phrase structures.
Users can rearrange tracks in their playlists directly on the CDJ with the Playlist Edit function. There’s also a choice of dark and light display modes to suit the atmosphere of any gig.
Credit: AlphaTheta
Music doesn’t have to live on a USB stick, either. Alongside traditional USB playback, the CDJ-1500X supports rekordbox CloudDirectPlay, letting DJs access their cloud library over Wi-Fi, as well as StreamingDirectPlay for services including Apple Music, Beatport Streaming and TIDAL.
Notably, CDJ-1500X is the first AlphaTheta multi player that’s compatible with CoBeat, the brand’s new interactive service that allows your audience to scan a QR code and request songs from a pre-approved catalogue. Those requests will be shown directly on the screen of the CDJ.
Around the front, an illuminated USB bay houses two USB ports, while customisation options include 12 LED lighting colours and optional side panels for DJs wanting to personalise their setup.
Thanks to its smaller footprint and lighter weight compared to the CDJ-3000X (3.6kg vs 6kg!), the CDJ-1500X slots easily alongside turntables and your mixer of choice, making it equally at home in a compact home studio, a bar or a club installation.
As AlphaTheta puts it, “Because this type of setup is so adaptable, it’s also ideal for permanent installations in venues where different types of DJs play.”
The launch continues AlphaTheta’s recent push to bring its flagship workflow to more compact and accessible hardware. Earlier this year, the company released the DJM-V5, a mixer that distilled the essence of the flagship DJM-V10 into a smaller and more affordable format.

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