discoDSP updates OB-Xd Virtual Analog Synthesizer to v3.22 and Bliss Sampler to v3.14

discoDSP has updated OB-Xd to v3.22, bringing expressive aftertouch to ordinary keyboards with multi-destination routing, invertable response, and a new Poly AT mode for per-finger controllers. The update also fixes Windows HiDPI knob rendering and popup menu scaling. OB-Xd is a classic virtual analog synthesizer that recreates the Oberheim OB-X with enhancements such as micro…

XLN Audio RC-20 Retro Color is 60% off on Plugin Boutique

Plugin Boutique is offering XLN Audio’s hugely popular RC-20 Retro Color for $39 until June 14, 2026. The regular price is $99, so this is a 60% discount. RC-20 Retro Color has been around for a while, but it remains one of the most recognizable character plugins for lo-fi, vintage, and slightly broken textures. I…

Nikolozi updates Mela to v7.9 for macOS and iOS

Nikolozi has updated Mela, a modular AUv3 plug-in for iOS and macOS, to version 7.9. Changes in Mela v7.9 This update focuses on simplifying patch management and reinforcing Mela’s “everything is a module” philosophy. As Mela has evolved, Presets, Preset Groups, and the Preset Browser have become better described as Patches, Folders, and the Library….

Osterhouse Sounds releases Note Walker – VST3 & AU MIDI Plugin

Osterhouse Sounds has released Note Walker, a MIDI plugin designed to help keyboard players break free from muscle memory and discover unexpected runs and melodies. How it works: Play a note to set the Anchor note. While holding the Anchor, play other keys, to move the pitch cursor around. Play a chord in the blue…

Rockheyday releases Balance 5 and free Balance 2 VST3 Equalizers for Windows

Rockheyday has announced the release of two new VST3 equalizers in the Spectral Series: Balance 5 and Balance 2 (Free). Balance 5 Balance 5 is a high-precision 5-band parametric equalizer designed for accurate tonal balancing, critical listening, and real-time visual feedback. It combines transparent zero-latency processing with an intuitive node-based workflow, allowing precise frequency shaping…

Impact Soundworks releases Deputy Distortion Plugin

Impact Soundworks has released Deputy Distortion, a tube-powered drive/distortion plugin. At the heart of Deputy Distortion is a legendary Marshall tube circuit, neural-modeled to perfection so that it sounds and feels like real analog hardware. It’s brash, punchy, and perfect for smashing drums, heavy guitar, and thick synths. Dial it back to low gain for…

APU Software updates Loudness Series to v5.5.7

APU Software has updated Loudness Leveler, TrueGain, Loudness Contour, Spectrum Analyzer, Loudness Meter, Loudness Compressor, Dynamics Optimizer, and Loudness Limiter to version 5.5.7. Recent changes include: Fix macOS code signing. New chip-based user interface layout (limiter). Average/Integrated gain compensation feature (limiter). Reduce CPU in certain cases when enabling/disabling limiter types (limiter). Support keyboard preset navigation…