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Bremmers Audio Design has released version 5.2 of MultitrackStudio for iPad. New in version 5.2: MIDI In Device supports the MIDI 1.0 High Resolution Velocity Prefix (CC88) for note-on velocities, so MIDI 1.0 note velocities can be 14 bit. MIDI Keyboard Mapper: mapping poly aftertouch or channel aftertouch to (per note) controllers or pitchbend works better. ...

Plughugger has released Analog Echoes: Angel of Darkness for Xfer Serum 2, a soundset based on sounds and waveforms from the Greek analog synthesizer, the Dreadbox Erebus. As a sonic counterweight, Plughugger also included presets based on the Supersaw / Hypersaw waveform from the Virus TI synthesizer. ...

Sonora Cinematic has announced the release of Transfigured Orchestra Vol 1: The Quiet Ensemble, the first in a new series of orchestral instruments for Audiomodern's free Soundbox sampler. ...

Acon Digital has updated Acoustica Audio Editor to v7.7.8. Release notes: Fixed: Timer record doesn't stop automatically unless 'Start immediately' is selected. Fixed: Add option to export from multitrack sessions to control additional time added for effect tails. Fixed: Retain FLAC metadata. Fixed: Shift + Mouse wheel should scroll horizontally on Mac. Fixed: Rename DeBird. ...

Initial Audio has updated SourceLab to version 1.2.0. This update improves Heat Up 3 library integration. Heat Up 3 instruments can now be browsed and loaded directly in the main browser. They can be searched, Favourited, filtered by expansion and drag and dropped on a Source for easier layering. Improvements: Deeper Heat Up 3 integration. ...

Avid has announced that the Pro Tools 2025.6 software update is now available, introducing new capabilities for both music and audio post customers, including Splice integration that makes it easy to find the perfect sound from world's largest royalty-free sample library as well as AI-powered Speech-to-Text analysis to quickly search sessions for speech and lyric information. ...

Audiofier has launched the MICRON Series, a collection of Kontakt instruments designed for focused sound design and streamlined workflow. Each library centers on a specific musical concept, providing targeted sonic material suitable for cinematic, ambient, and electronic productions. ...

LANDR Audio has released the LANDR Vocal Plugin Bundle, a comprehensive collection of four vocal plugins designed to help you capture, shape, and perfect your vocals from raw takes to polished final mixes. Whether you're tracking, tuning, mixing, or mastering, VoxChain gives you all the tools you need to create expressive, professional-quality vocals in one streamlined package. ...

The MIDI Association in conjunction with their annual MIDI Innovation Awards, are looking for software submissions in both the commercial and non-commercial/prototype/startup categories. The submission deadline for the 5th annual MIDI Innovation Awards is July 8th. Any company or entity that creates MIDI products is welcome to enter. ...

Steinberg has announced the immediate availability of SpectraLayers 12, the latest version of its spectral audio editing software. This update introduces a host of new tools and enhancements, significantly advancing its unmixing and speech processing capabilities for music, post-production, sound design, and restoration. A major focus of SpectraLayers 12 is on unmixing. ...

Kuassa has released TiLQ Equalizer, a free dual-shelving spectral balance equalizer plugin designed to help producers and engineers quickly balance tone across the spectrum. With just one Tilt knob, users can brighten or darken their sound while maintaining spectral balance around a central frequency. Key Features: Smooth HPF and LPF for precise tone sculpting. ...

Tone2 has announced that BiFilter 2.5 is now available as freeware. After nearly 20 years BiFilter has become vintage and even though it's no longer profitable to remain a commercial product, we feel that more people should deserve an opportunity to enjoy this plugin. That's why we decided to release one last update and turn BiFilter2 into freeware. ...

Orcas Audio has launched with three VST3 effect plugins for Windows. The company is offering its 'Whirlpool' tempo-synced filter modulation effect as a free download to introduce the audio production community to its product line. ...

The synthesizer world was unsurprisingly abuzz when Moog, under its new parent company inMusic, announced the Messenger. Unveiled at Superbooth '25, this 25-key analog monosynth is the first synth developed entirely under the inMusic brand (The Muse was in production before the merger); the public response was seemingly mixed initially with many citing it was too much of a departure from ...

Waldorf has introduced the iOS version of its Streichfett string synthesizer, bringing the sound of classic String Synthesizers to a mobile platform. Based on the same dual sound engine as the Streichfett hardware and plug-in version, the app reproduces the tonal characteristics associated with string machines widely used in 1970s and 1980s film music. ...

Six String Audio has released update 1.4 for Ultimate Rock Guitar and Ultimate Rock Guitar Free featuring improvements and fixes. Update 1.4 Improved: glissandi for chords. Now you can also combine 'Glissandi Up & down 1 & 2' with chords as well. Closes the gap and fixes dropouts. We fixed the fretboard monitor in terms of glissandi with chords as well. ...

Native Instruments has updated Kontakt to v8.5.0. Overall Changes: Added: Scroll to focused instrument in Default View. Fixed Crash when loading a recently saved new Bank. Fixed Crash on ignoring missing samples when loading an Instrument. Fixed Crash on Drag and Drop of a Multi in Kontakt AU in Digital Performer. ...

discoDSP has announced the release of multiple updates to their synthesizer lineup, delivering advanced preset search capabilities, massive performance optimizations, and critical stability improvements. OB-Xd 3. ...

Korg has announced the launch of the B2+ and B2+SP, the latest additions to its line of digital pianos. Designed to deliver the rich, expressive sound and responsive touch of an acoustic piano, the B2+ series combines authentic performance with enhanced modern features, making it ideal for beginners, hobbyists and returning players alike. ...

Kiive Audio has updated M5133 Mastering EQ to v1.1 giving it a facelift and a feature boost. It's on offer for $79 to celebrate. New in M5133 Mastering EQ v1.1: Full GUI redesign for faster, clearer control. New Kiive Top Menu—access presets, settings, and updates in one spot. I/O relative linking so your stereo bands move together perfectly. ...

D16 Group has announced the release of Pulsatec, an Analog Passive Equalizer plug-in. Pulsatec - Analog Passive Equalizer Pulsatec is a plugin modeled after classic passive equalizer units. It is designed to deliver the tonal coloration associated with vintage analog gear. ...

Produce-RnB has announced the release of Soul Keys, a curated instrument designed to inspire producers of Neo-Soul, R&B, Smooth Jazz, and related genres. Soul Keys delivers a set of layered keyboard sounds that aim to fill the sonic spectrum with warmth, depth, and musicality. ...

Samba Godschynski has updated Werckmeister, the open source MIDI compiler, to version 1.4.5. This new release includes: Chord Change Events. Conduction Fade Values. Minor bug fixes and improvements. Price: Free. YouTube/jJeUW72IcH4 Read More

Korg has updated KORG Gadget 3 for Mac/PC, adding the 'OSAKA' drum gadget. There are also new sound libraries from KORG Module: 'Space Western', 'Future Synths', 'Shoulder Pads', ' OASYS Piano', 'Timberveil Chord', and 'Wild Kits'. KORG Gadget 3 for Mac v3.1.6 New Features Added the OSAKA gadget. Added KORG Module sound library 'Wild Kits' to the OSAKA gadget. ...