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synthtopia reported that Audacity 4 represents a substantial rebuild of the free, open-source audio editor, introducing a redesigned interface and underlying technology while retaining its free, open-source model under the…
synthtopia reported that Phantom Sun is a new iPad synthesizer application designed specifically for generative patches and experimental sound design. Priced at $9.99 via the U.S. App Store, the software…
Atomix Productions has released VirtualDJ 2026, the latest iteration of its DJ software, marking a significant shift in how manufacturers integrate artificial intelligence into music tools. The update introduces ShoutOut,…
synthtopia reported that Voidscan has introduced Parasite, a new experimental FM synthesizer plugin designed for macOS and Windows. The product utilizes three-operator synthesis across six algorithms, incorporating processing specifically intended…
LSi Online reported that Polar will host the official launch of AISpeech technology in the UK and Ireland on October 14 at the Frezza Showroom in Central London. The Chinese…
Guitar.com reported that the biggest signature guitar launch of 2026 involved two musicians who have never spoken publicly or shown their faces. Despite the four-figure price tag, the Charvel and…
Pulsar Modular has released R52 Baxandall, a plugin that recreates the tone control circuit Peter Baxandall published in 1952, Monthly Mixing reported. The plugin recreates the negative-feedback tone control circuit…
Monthly Mixing reported that Zynaptiq has released the new plugins LOUD and WIDE, along with the bundles MASTER III and ZAP VI. LOUD is a processor for tracks, buses and…
Monthly Mixing reported that Mixed In Key has released version 3.0 of its music production plugin Wingman. This tool analyzes audio captured from a producer's digital audio workstation to suggest…
musicconnection reported that the Rock Music Alliance, a nonprofit founded in January 2020 by entrepreneur Cole Coleman, is establishing an awards program designed to recognize outstanding new music regardless of…
Music Instrument News reported that BOSS has announced the release of the EX-4 Effects Expander, a compact processor intended to significantly increase sonic versatility for existing pedalboard configurations. The device…
mixonline.com reported that Antares has officially launched AutoTune Advanced, the latest iteration of its flagship pitch correction software. The new plug-in represents a complete rebuild from the ground up, introducing…
