Rast Sound has updated Transformer to version 1.5. The resonator effect now includes two new modes and expanded LFO capabilities. New in v1.5: Mode D (Muted/Pluck) — tight, controlled resonance for drums and percussion. Mode E (Shimmer/Ambient) — detuned strings and extended decay for atmospheric textures. LFO presets for quick modulation setups. LFO micro-randomiser. ...

discoDSP has updated OB-Xd synth to version 3.14. OB-Xd 3.14 introduces polyphonic unison mode - a major enhancement allowing multiple notes to be played simultaneously with stacked voices per note, unlocking more evolving chords and complex textures. What's New: Polyphonic Unison: Previously, unison forced monophonic behavior (one note at a time). ...

KVR Show Report: SF Music Expo 2025 SF Music Expo was founded in 2014 by Loic Maestracci to bring together local Bay Area music creators for education and networking. Originally held at The Chapel in San Francisco's Mission District and later moved to SAE Expression College. ...

Media Overkill (MOK) has announced the free upgrade to its wavetable synth plugin, Miniraze, bringing it to version 1.5. The update adds more waveforms, matching the full library available in the flagship Waverazor synth plugin. Miniraze 1.5 also introduces two new formant filters and 390 sounds, including new patches from synthesists Dash Glitch, Alex Reid, Xenos Soundworks, and Ross Totino. ...

Daniel Gergely has updated Emergence v1.0.4. The update adds 25 new factory presets and introduces an improved preset browser with tagging, favorites, and search. Factory presets are now installed automatically. The update is free for existing users of the 1.0 version (The older, free version of Emergence is not affected by this update). ...

The Bob Moog Foundation has announced its winter fundraising raffle featuring a custom-built Eurorack modular synthesizer valued at $24,000. The system is housed in a handcrafted 15U (126 hp) walnut cabinet by Asheville woodcraftsman Chris Perryman (Gold Splinter) and includes 50 Eurorack modules and 11 controllers, all donated from 52 companies. ...

Muse Group has announced the release of MuseScore Studio version 4.6.4, which introduces the new Online Sounds feature. This update integrates Cantai's AI vocal library to provide real-time sung playback of typed lyrics, allowing composers to audition and refine vocal lines during the notation process. ...

Vienna Symphonic Library has announced the release of Synchron Duality Strings (ostinato), the sixth installment in their Duality Strings series. The collection is designed for creating string ostinatos and features two string ensembles recorded simultaneously in separate rooms at Vienna Synchron Stage. ...

Electro-Harmonix has announced the release of the ABRAMS100 100-Watt Solid State Amplifier. The unit utilizes 100 Watts of Class D power and is designed for portability, weighing approximately 2.5 lbs. {PRODUCT-BOX-33881-abrams100100wattsolidstateam}. The ABRAMS100 features a high-headroom preamp section with an integrated 3-band EQ and a presence switch for tone shaping. ...

Imaginando has released Shattered Illusions, a brand-new visual expansion for VS, created by visual artist Perplex On, along with a new update to VS 2.0.4 packed with much-requested features. Shattered Illusions Expansion Pack Step into glitch, texture, and raw emotion with 65 presets designed to break the mould in style. ...

Eftilo has released version 1.1.0 of Cratere, a Dynamic Stage-Mixing Phaser plugin for macOS and Windows. This update introduces QOL and performance improvements, and unifies Cratere with the rest of Eftilo's lineup. What's new in v1.1.0: Minor UI adjustments. DC offset removal. Bug fixes and improvements. This, and all other Eftilo's plugin updates, are and always will be free. ...

Ayaic has released two new plugins, MLP - Monolith Level-Planes and MD/E Monolith Duck/Expand, as part of its M3 Breakouts Series. Whether you are a Producer, Mix/Mastering Engineer, Musician or Singer/Songwriter, MLP and MD/E will have you creating professional sounding mixes at an unbelievable speed. ...

Woodman's Immaculate Maple Syrup Studio has released WoodPecker v2.0, a MIDI (V2 and V1) 4 layer sequencer with 64 steps and 4 variations per layer, both on macOS and iOS. New features in v2.0: Vertical dragging on the note button now updates the note/semitone. It will only select the notes in a scale (when set). Added Mute and Solo buttons in Run view. ...

Carve Audio has announced the release of Smashburger Compressor, a dynamics processor that combines punch, control, and analog-style warmth in one simple tool. The Smashburger Compressor isn't just another dynamics plugin — it's a flavor boost for your tracks. ...

Acon Digital has announced the release of Extract:Dialogue 2, the next generation of its dialogue cleaning plugin designed for film, TV, streaming, and post-production workflows. ...

A new minor version of JUCE is out now. Here are the highlights. New MIDI 2.0 UMP Demo JUCE now supports communication with MIDI 2.0 devices via UMP. Universal MIDI Packet is the new backwards-compatible MIDI 2.0 data format. The JUCE team has added a new demo that lets you inspect MIDI 2.0 endpoints and inspect incoming and outgoing messages. JUCE 8.0. ...

Igor Vasiliev has released ExoSphere, a generator of continuous ambient and meditative compositions, for iOS and macOS, built on five independent sound layers that blend into a seamless atmosphere. It provides an effortless way to create a foundation for ambient tracks or even a complete background piece with minimal adjustments. ...

Kush Audio has released Clariphonic Mk3, a new version of the parallel mastering EQ plugin for macOS and Windows. The sound of high-end analog EQ in plugin form, which tailors the brightness for every sound that needs it, exactly the way it needs it. The sound of Mk3 comes from the very cozy marriage of Magpha EQ's buttery algorithms with Clariphonic's uniquely gain-dependent shelving corners. ...

UJAM has announced the release of UFX Lofi and UFX Distort as the latest additions to the UFX series, joining Reverb, Delay, and Filter. UFX Lofi focuses on degraded, character-rich textures inspired by tape wear and early digital artifacts, while UFX Distort ranges from subtle saturation to aggressive clipping and foldback. ...

Psylus Audio has released Hard Kick, a kick builder plugin that features everything you need for your harder kick drums. Features: Timestretching, pitching, layering and editing to perfection. Always play in key and in sync with your track BPM. Six different sound sources: kick, attack, crunch, rumble, bass, SFX. ...

Goodhertz has released a new mastering compressor, VCME, along with VCME Soft Clip, and updated their whole plugin line to v3.13.2. Version 3.13 is a free update for all existing Goodhertz users on the download page. VCME (Vulf Compressor Mastering Edition) VCME is the mastering version of Goodhertz' original Vulf Compressor and is built for precise control, versatility, and analog coloration. ...

HOFA-Plugins has announced the release of Colour Saturator, a versatile saturation and distortion plugin designed to bring the full character of analog hardware into the digital studio. From silky harmonics and subtle warmth to aggressive distortion and extreme fuzz, Colour Saturator delivers all the colours of analog saturation with modern precision and control. ...

Cotorro Audio has announced the release of RIPUL-1 Analog Saturator, a stand-alone distortion tool for Windows that offers tons of analog character as well as a soft-knee limiter. Transform and enhance your drum mixes, vocals, and bass tracks with this fiery addition to your mixing arsenal. You can also create sheer sonic mayhem with this tool. ...