Aberrant DSP has released Cataclysm, a distortion and analog-inspired multi-effect plugin. Cataclysm is a signal destruction machine from a paranoid time. Inspired by malfunctioning test equipment, illegal wiretaps, and classic analog hardware, Cataclysm brings chaotic circuitry into the digital age. Features: Central Drive module with in-depth waveshaping, gating, and tone controls. Tone Circuitry module including…
discoDSP releases Vertigo 5 Additive Synthesizer
discoDSP has announced the release of Vertigo 5, a major update featuring doubled operator count, enhanced sound design tools, comprehensive audio import capabilities, and a completely redesigned interface. Vertigo is a powerful additive synthesizer offering precise control over harmonic content with advanced FFT re-synthesis, micro-tuning support, and professional sound design capabilities. Version 5 represents the…
Crush Audio releases Crush Percussion and the FREE Crush FX plugin
Crush Audio has released two brand-new products for macOS and Windows, including a free multi-FX plugin – Crush Percussion and Crush FX. Before I get to the freebie, here’s a quick rundown of the premium release, Crush Percussion. Crush Percussion is a collection of over 100 percussion instruments with default grooves and a powerful FX…
Get the Nosferatu preamp and cab simulation plugin by Aurora DSP for FREE
Want to scare some kids and neighbours on Halloween? Here’s your ticket! Aurora DSP has released their Halloween special high-gain plugin and cab simulator, Nosferatu, for macOS and Windows. Nosferatu is a plugin with three distinct sections and additional utilities, offering a wide range of spooky metal tones. Let’s dive in! The stomp box all…
PSPaudioware releases PSP Spector, a FREE 31-band spectrum analyzer plugin
PSPaudioware has a Halloween treat for everyone, and you don’t even need to dress up to get it. They have just released PSP Spector, a free 31-band spectrum analyzer for macOS and Windows. But before I continue with the latest offerings, it would be remiss of me to mention Halloween on the 31st of October…
Get 83% off Mäag Audio’s EQ4 at Plugin Boutique (limited-time offer)
The Mäag Audio EQ4, in all its forms (500 Series hardware and software emulations), is almost universally loved for many reasons, none more so than its distinctive Air Band. The Air Band precedes the 2013 release of the 500 Series EQ4M by two decades, with the original NTI EQ3, created by Cliff Mäag. Ever since…
rncbc.org updates Qtractor to v1.5.9 for Linux
rncbc.org has announced the Halloween’25 release of Qtractor version 1.5.9, for GNU/Linux. Changes for this release: Main menu and toolbar Edit/Select Mode/Clip, Range, Rectangle and Automation actions are now self-toggled when triggered. Slightly better positioning and centering when just clicking but not dragging the main and MIDI editor thumb-views around. Mixer: temporarily hide/show either Audio…
The Very Loud Indeed Co. releases Shift II: Hybrid Scoring Transitions
The Very Loud Indeed Co. has announced the release of Shift II: Hybrid Scoring Transitions for Native Instruments’ Kontakt 6.8+ sampler. They say: Like its predecessor, it allows you to bridge different sections of a music piece seamlessly and it covers multiple genres, from tense drama to frenetic action to bone-chilling horror. It contains 320…