Pulsar Modular has released version 2.0 of P422 Fairuz, the op-amp EQ plugin. In v2, the internal circuit has been reworked. Stereo imaging is dramatically improved, putting the Fairuz squarely into mastering territory. The oversampling has been rebuilt for cleaner transient behavior. The Contour curves have been recalibrated above 6 dB for deeper, more controlled…
Lese updates Smear to v1.2 and Teuri to v1.1
Lese has updated Smear to 1.2 and Teuri to 1.1. Teuri 1.1.0: Added the ability to do key-tracking on the resonator (replacing the center frequency control when it’s turned on). You can turn this on, and a MIDI activity indicator will show up to show when note-on messages occur (and you can right-click this indicator…
Crocus Soundware releases “Liminal: Tactile Reeds” for Kontakt
Crocus Soundware has released Liminal: Tactile Reeds for Kontakt, a sample library featuring clarinet, saxophone, oboe and bassoon. They say: This is a library of intimately recorded reed samples. The library’s articulations are aleatoric, long and evolving, with the performer imparting character and movement into each sample. The user-interface allows articulations to be layered, mixed…
Hivetune releases Relica 2, a FREE 8-bit synthesizer plugin
Hivetune has released Relica 2, a free subtractive synthesizer designed to recreate the sounds of the 8-bit era. If you’re after NES-style leads, classic handheld console percussion, or chiptune sequences, this one is worth a look. Relica 2 is the sequel to the original Relica synth from the same developer. It offers four classic oscillator…
Audible Genius updates Building Blocks with mobile support for iPhone and Android
Audible Genius has updated Building Blocks to add full mobile support, making the complete course experience available on both iPhone and Android devices. The update introduces several interface features designed specifically for touchscreens. A new Beat Zoom function allows users to quickly zoom into specific measures or beats with a simple tap-and-drag gesture, making it…
Mastering The Mix releases REFERENCE 3 mix referencing plugin (win a FREE copy!)
Mastering The Mix has released REFERENCE 3, a major update to its popular mix referencing plugin. We are taking a closer look at the latest update and giving away one license to one lucky BPB reader. REFERENCE 3 is priced at $79 with a 15-day free trial available (no credit card required). Owners of REFERENCE 1…
JonET releases MonkSynth (beta), a FREE Delay-Lama-inspired vocal synth plugin
Developer JonET has released the beta version of MonkSynth, a free Delay-Lama-inspired vocal synth for macOS, Windows, and Linux. AudioNerdz released the original Delay Lama back in 2002, and now, over two decades later, your favourite chanting monk is back. MonkSynth is a free mono vocal synth, inspired by the original Delay Lama plugin. The…
OWC Express 1M2 80G SSD Review
Other World Computing’s Express 1M2 80G SSD drive comes in four capacities, 1TB, 2TB, 4TB and 8TB. We tested the 1TB model with Omnisphere 3 with three different staffers and this is how it performed… The post OWC Express 1M2 80G SSD Review appeared first on FutureMusic the latest news on future music technology DJ…