ABYZOR has announced the Windows availability of its free VST3 IZZY Synth plugin, claiming it to be the (or perhaps one of the) easiest synths to use. “Create great sounds without learning synthesis first. Pick a character, move one or two things, and get on with the track.” Presumably IZZY […]
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DOBOZ recently announced its DVNA compact synth built for creating rich harmonic textures with minimal effort. It works on the principle of monophonic input, polyphonic results. You can either play a single key and get a chord — any of 16 types — or intervals across four oscillators. The built-in […]
Yamaha has announced its “Companionship” exhibition will form part of the LA Design Weekend this October 2-4, showcasing the company’s design philosophy and studies that explore the nature of music and musical instruments. Themed around the concept of “being together” and the “relationships that support and enrich our lives”, it […]
Intech has started teasing the features of its XY MIDI pad, a new module for use with its Grid Modular customisable system of controllers. XY control is a frequently used interface particularly in many DAWs, yet there aren’t usually satisfactory ways of working with them. You’re either clicking and dragging […]
Very new developer orph has been busy in the first few months of public facing life. In July it launched a free finishing plugin called PLUSH, which adds brilliance and loudness to a mix; August saw the launch of the MONOCHORD harmony workstation plugin; and now the vintage equipment emulator […]
After yet another accidental early disclosure, Arturia has now officially launched version 5.0 of its firmware for the MiniFreak algorithmic synth. This version includes the ability for users to import their own samples and wavetables, as well as adding a new factory bank of sounds. Users can import their own […]
Two months after Roland teased the bright yellow keyboard, the GO:KEYS 3 Minion has launched. Featuring a yellow body with blue trim and special Minions illustrations, the GO:KEYS 3 Minion features much the same specification as the other GO:KEYS 3 models launched in 2024, with additional sound effects. Dedicated buttons […]
It’s not hard to see the influence of AI on many aspects of music creation and production these days, with everything from basic idea generation to full-blown music tracks with minimal human interaction. Roland has launched its Melody Flip creative tool which is an AI-assisted melody generator for sparking ideas […]
Arturia has announced an update to its AudioFuse Studio audio interface, three years after its debut. Unsurprisingly aimed at the studio user, revision 2 of the AudioFuse Studio features optimised preamps and an updated Bluetooth module, pristine audio conversion, extensive connectivity, and premium effects. Main features include eight analog inputs […]
Roland isn’t shy about trying to create a stir with teasing headlines and posters. Last year they set a countdown timer to “Tomorrow Returns” which led to the launch of the TR-1000 Rhythm Creator. Now their socials ask “Ready for a glimpse of what’s coming from Roland?” and welcoming us […]
Bjooks has announced that the physical version of its BEAT GEMS book is to begin shipping this month, September 2026, as well as a new TR-909 feature for Patch & Tweak members. In celebration of 909 Day, there’ll be 30% off the price of Inspire the Music – 50 Years […]
The love for the Commodore 64’s SID chip continues unabated thanks to its warm 8-bit goodness which still evokes the feels, especially for those who had a C64 back in the day. One of the latest additions to the SID love is the launch of SIDLab, a live DJ/remixing tool […]
Scaler Music has announced the next version of its Scaler EQ is due for release on 23rd September. Scaler EQ Pro brings “musical intelligence” to every stage of mixing, mastering and sound design, shaping frequencies in relation to notes, scales and harmony rather than simply the raw frequency itself. Scaler […]
I’ve been a fan of MAME, which most people know as an arcade machine emulator, for many years, but one thing I didn’t know is that its reach has gone some way beyond just arcade games. It has also been used to emulate a number of synths, music keyboards and […]
Full Bucket Music has announced the release of its free FB3 software instrument, simulating the classic Kawai K3/K3m synths from 1986. It started life when developer Björn Arlt noticed increased traffic on his website, and discovered he’d been linked to from an Espen Kraft video showcasing his plugins. Making contact, […]
Hivetune has announced the free Delta6 FM synth that’s built around a fully open modulation matrix. This makes it easier (particularly if you’re not a DX7 guru) to see what’s being affected at every stage, and equally easy to modify, experiment and get usable results. You don’t have to choose […]
Last year, Karma Cassette launched the prototype of its POKI four-track stereo digital audio looper with varispeed control. Each channel can have up to one minute of recorded audio, with varispeed ranging from 25% to 200%. Recording can be at any speed or playback direction, and includes overdub and mixdown. […]
While the Audacity audio editing software may not be a fully-fledged DAW, there’s little doubt it has immense popularity among those needing to work with audio, particularly as it’s free and open source. Version 4 has just been released, offering an updated user interface, a Workspaces feature, and productivity improvements. […]
Yamaha has announced its new EAD20 Electronic Acoustic Drum module that enables recording and hybrid performance of an entire acoustic drum kit. It can operate simply by attaching a sensor unit to the bass drum hoop, which then allows for drummers to monitor their sound through a PA system or […]
One of many ways to create at least a basis for music is via mathematical means, and while that may not appeal to more hands-on instrumentalists, it can produce some very interesting and abstract musical ideas. Mainly suited to more experimental, ambient and less structured musical styles (although there’s an […]