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Price: ~$129.99 (was $149.99)Platforms: macOS / WindowsIncluded Software: Studio One Artist, Ableton Live Lite, Studio Magic Plug-in SuiteCompatibility: Tight integration with Studio One and Ableton Live; works with any DAW via USB-MIDI When it comes to affordable, high-performance groove production tools, the PreSonus Atom is carving out a niche for itself among bedroom beatmakers and…
There’s no shortage of software synths aiming to bottle the analog magic of yesteryear, but PinkNoise Studio’s iUNO Synthesizer takes a slightly different path. Rather than chasing a one-to-one emulation of Roland’s classic Juno-6, iUNO is more of a respectful homage—a reinterpretation of the vintage icon, reimagined with modern tools for today’s producer. And the…
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Price: $39.99 (Normally $399.98)Compatibility: macOS (incl. M1 Native), WindowsFormats: VST, AU, AAXTrial Available: Yes (14-day free trial) When Solid State Logic (SSL) puts its name on a plugin, expectations run high. With a legacy stretching back to their game-changing mixing consoles and studio gear, SSL continues to tap into its analog roots with modern precision….
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The World’s First Autonomous EQ Makes Mixing Shockingly Simple—But Is It a Game Changer? Price: $129 (Intro Price $49.99)Included in Waves Ultimate Subscription: $24.99/month for 240+ plugins, including Curves AQFormats: VST3, AU, AAX | macOS & WindowsDeveloper: Waves Audio Introduction: EQ Reimagined? EQ plugins are plentiful—hundreds promise transparent tone-shaping or analog-modelled warmth—but few dare to…
Few pieces of music technology have had the impact of the Roland TR-808. From hip-hop to house, techno to trap, its unmistakable bass boom and crisp percussion have shaped entire genres. Reason Studios recognizes this legacy with its 808th sound pack release, aptly titled Celebrate 808. More than just a collection of sounds, this milestone…
The allure of vinyl remains undeniable. From its warm harmonic saturation to the nostalgic crackles and pops, the character it imparts to audio is unmatched. Enter Abbey Road Vinyl, Waves’ meticulous emulation of the entire vinyl production process, developed in collaboration with Abbey Road Studios. Promising to capture everything from lacquer cutting to the idiosyncrasies…
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For years, Synapse Audio’s The Legend has been a benchmark in analog-modeled soft synths, praised for its meticulous recreation of vintage warmth and character. Now, with the release of The Legend HZ, a collaboration with legendary film composer Hans Zimmer, Synapse Audio pushes the boundaries further, offering a powerful new instrument tailored for cinematic and…
Introduction In the ever-growing world of saturation plugins, Waves has introduced BB Tubes, a powerful analog-modeled tube saturation plugin that delivers everything from subtle harmonic warmth to full-blown distortion. As part of their Magma series, BB Tubes isn’t just another saturation tool—it’s an expressive sonic sculptor designed to make your tracks leap out of the…
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