Rhodes Mk.8 MIDI: A Classic Embraces Modernity – Review
The Rhodes Mk.8 in itself was a glorious comeback of one of the all-time classic instruments. Now with MIDI, you may no longer need another keyboard on stage.
Relica 2, Orra Tone Zone, Okay Distortion: Free Plugins of the Week
Freeware picks of the week: Relica 2 is a chiptune synth, Orra Tone Zone is a powerful tone shaping tool, and Okay Distortion turns your tracks into rubble!
Rhodes Mk.8 MIDI: A Classic Embraces Modernity – Review
The Rhodes Mk.8 in itself was a glorious comeback of one of the all-time classic instruments. Now with MIDI, you may no longer need another keyboard on stage.
Said to pay homage to the myths and legends of the company’s home county of Cornwall, Buzzing Bugs' new effect has been named after a folklore giant that lived near the cliffs of Chapel Porth and terrorised the people of the nearby village!
The Bob Moog Foundation are currently running a fundraising raffle for a brand-new Bob Moog Tribute Edition Minimoog Model D (serial number 001), valued at $3999.
Cinematic Motion & Ethereal Flows for Sonuscore’s The Score
Cinematic Motion and Ethereal Flows add 28 new Stories to The Score, with the former focusing on high-energy action and tension underscore, and the latter handling quieter and more delicate scores.
Aptly named Oblivion Drums, Heavyocity's latest release focuses squarely on aggressive drum and percussion sounds, and combines a generous collection of unapologetically processed samples with three powerful instrument modes.
Led by 18x GRAMMY-winning mixing engineer Manny Marroquin, this year’s programme will take place between 11–15 August 2026, and will be offered at no cost to 15 emerging music creators from across the United States — it’s completely free, with all travel, lodging and meal costs included.
The new Icons Bundles have been put together in response to user feedback, and each bring together a selection of CEDAR's acclaimed restoration plug-ins aimed at specific tasks.
The latest update for the PS-1 Plugout Pedal brings three new praised Boss effects to the table: the PW-2 Power Driver, the XT-2 Xtortion and the CS-2 Compression Sustainer.
ReSing Voices Japanese Pack includes 10 new vocal models which the company say marks an important step in ReSing's evolution toward a global ecosystem for voice creation, and marks the first in a series of releases covering additional languages.
The Bob Moog Foundation are currently running a fundraising raffle for a brand-new Bob Moog Tribute Edition Minimoog Model D (serial number 001), valued at $3999.
GC Audio & Looptrotter announce the Emperor Signature Cartridge
The latest addition to GC Audio's modular hardware system comes in the form of the Emperor Signature Cartridge, which combines a preamp with Looptrotter’s Emperor limiter circuitry.
Soothe3 is powered by a redesigned algorithm that promises a significant improvement to processing transparency and a wider ‘sweet spot’, as well as introducing support for immersive channel layouts and more.
Built using a version of the company’s Nova technology, Aero 2 offers a complete recreation of every stage of a traditional guitar rig, and offers an array of in-depth tone-shaping tools.
With the launch of its 1.5 firmware, the KeyLab Mk3 family gains a number of enhancements that promise to offer a smoother, clearer and more controller-led experience.
The latest version of Orchestral Suite features all-new recordings, offers editable multi-microphone setups and centres around a newly designed engine that builds on the capabilities of the original collection.
Rob Papen’s all-encompassing plug-in and virtual instrument collection has just been treated to another update, with two new additions bringing the total count to 36.
Fixate:Midrange employs intelligent EQ processing that quickly identifies and tackles ‘muddiness’, and promises to deliver professional-sounding results with minimal effort.
Engine DJ's latest software update brings built-in stem rendering to the RANE System One, as well as adding RGB waveforms, track star ratings, effects improvements and more to the entire Engine DJ hardware range.
Boasting the same power as its desktop equivalent, Zenology GX for iPad offers an identical set of sound-shaping tools, but has been rebuilt to make the most of the iPad’s touchscreen interface.
Transfigured Orchestra Vol 3: Cinema Brass from Sonora Cinematic
The third instalment in Sonora Cinematic's Transfigured Orchestra series delivers a versatile collection of brass sounds that range from “quiet, intimate tones to bold, majestic textures”.
With the launch of the latest version, Reason has been treated to a visual design overhaul, gained some powerful new sequencing capabilities, kitted out with new built-in effects and more.
Available for free to existing users, Lux Orchestral Strings 1.1 adds a vast collection of new recorded material and articulations, and focuses on three important aspects of modern cinematic scoring: rhythmic motion, evolving textures and playable runs.
Pür Recording & Residence have announced their official opening, introducing a new world-class residential recording complex on Cunda Island along Türkiye’s North Aegean coast.
Set to debut at the 2026 Media Production & Technology Show, DialogCheck 1.1 adds a selection of new features and functions that make it quicker and easier to use, as well as extending its immersive audio support.
Relica 2, Orra Tone Zone, Okay Distortion: Free Plugins of the Week
Freeware picks of the week: Relica 2 is a chiptune synth, Orra Tone Zone is a powerful tone shaping tool, and Okay Distortion turns your tracks into rubble!
With the launch of its 1.5 firmware, the KeyLab Mk3 family gains a number of enhancements that promise to offer a smoother, clearer and more controller-led experience.
Cinematic Motion & Ethereal Flows for Sonuscore’s The Score
Cinematic Motion and Ethereal Flows add 28 new Stories to The Score, with the former focusing on high-energy action and tension underscore, and the latter handling quieter and more delicate scores.
Aptly named Oblivion Drums, Heavyocity's latest release focuses squarely on aggressive drum and percussion sounds, and combines a generous collection of unapologetically processed samples with three powerful instrument modes.
Led by 18x GRAMMY-winning mixing engineer Manny Marroquin, this year’s programme will take place between 11–15 August 2026, and will be offered at no cost to 15 emerging music creators from across the United States — it’s completely free, with all travel, lodging and meal costs included.
The new Icons Bundles have been put together in response to user feedback, and each bring together a selection of CEDAR's acclaimed restoration plug-ins aimed at specific tasks.
The latest update for the PS-1 Plugout Pedal brings three new praised Boss effects to the table: the PW-2 Power Driver, the XT-2 Xtortion and the CS-2 Compression Sustainer.
ReSing Voices Japanese Pack includes 10 new vocal models which the company say marks an important step in ReSing's evolution toward a global ecosystem for voice creation, and marks the first in a series of releases covering additional languages.
Built using a version of the company’s Nova technology, Aero 2 offers a complete recreation of every stage of a traditional guitar rig, and offers an array of in-depth tone-shaping tools.
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