HoRNet Plugins has announced the release of Spaces MK2, a room-based reverb plugin that simulates acoustics using ray tracing physics. Spaces MK2 is designed for producers, mixers, and sound designers who prefer a “room workflow” — defining geometry, materials, and source positions — over browsing impulse response presets. The plugin calculates reflections by tracing acoustic…
AImplify releases SynthPilot – free Windows synth in standalone and VST3 formats
AImplify has released SynthPilot, a free synth for Windows with standalone and VST3 support with a paid option. The core synth is free. The paid part is optional AI patch generation: describe the sound you want in plain English, get a tuned starting patch, and get to good sounds in seconds instead of minutes. Then…
AIR Music Tech launches “Fabric Vintage Synths, Vol. 1” Virtual Instrument Collection
AIR Music Tech has announced the release of Fabric Vintage Synths, Vol. 1, a new virtual instrument collection that brings together three classic-inspired polysynths within a single, unified platform. The collection is available now, including via the KVR Marketplace at an introductory price. Fabric Vintage Synths, Vol. 1 combines three instruments, Fabric Vintage Pro, Fabric…
Okay Synthesizer releases Okay Distortion, a FREE plugin with 6 layered distortion engines
Okay Synthesizer has released Okay Distortion, a free distortion plugin with six layered engines in a single reorderable signal chain. I’m all for fun and creative distortion plugins (check out our free BPB Dirty Filter if you like this kind of stuff), so I’m always looking forward to testing another one. The cool thing here…
Softube Model 82 SH-101 emulation is 70% OFF at Plugin Boutique ($29)
Softube’s Model 82 Sequencing Mono Synth is currently 70% off at Plugin Boutique, which brings the price down from $99 to $29 until April 19th. We actually have two excellent deals in this article, but let’s take a look at Softube’s acid monster first. Softube Model 82 Model 82 is Softube’s take on the Roland…
Timerift Audio releases Oh My Grain, a FREE granular delay plugin
From developer Timerift Audio comes Oh My Grain, a free granular delay for macOS, Windows, and Linux. We’ve seen a few creative delay plugins appear in recent weeks, and one standout is Sirial by TiagoLR (TiagoLR is responsible for some of the best freeware plugins around, so check out the entire range). This time, we’re…
8DIO Synthetic Shadows cinematic synth orchestra for Kontakt is FREE for a limited time
Many people consider 8DIO to be the masters of deep sampling, and that reputation has led to collaborations with iconic manufacturers like Sequential (Prophet X). Now, you can get Synthetic Shadows, their cinematic synth orchestra for Kontakt, for free for a limited time. The downside of that stellar reputation, for the average bedroom producer, is…
Bjt2 Updates Free “Crescendo” Programmable VST Plugin to v1.0.185 for Windows
Bjt2 has updated the free Crescendo plugin to version 1.0.185 with various enhancements and bug fixes. Changes in 1.0.185 from 1.0.183: New implementation of EQ1DB and EQ3DB. Auto resonance for flat response. Added delay and ping pong delay with feedback with 3 sub bands and optional distortion. Added Fade2Grey examples. Bugfixes and performance enhancements. Compiled…