In this edition of Beat Dissected, we’re diving into ‘90s-infused, high-energy techno and trance with all the elements of a future classic. From DJ sets to producers’ latest releases, we’ve been hearing a distinct shift in electronic music —reviving the spirit of the 1990s and early 2000s rave scenes with a fresh, modern twist. Belgium-based Dana…
Toontrack has announced the release of Modern Gospel Grooves, a new MIDI pack for EZdrummer 3 and Superior Drummer 3. It was performed by gospel veteran drummer Calvin Rodgers (Aretha Franklin, Kirk Franklin, Marvin Sapp). This is Calvin’s second MIDI pack for Toontrack. In addition, he is also the sampling drummer behind the Gospel EZX….
The Vienna Symphonic Library has announced the release of Fazioli F308 Essentials, the virtual representation of the world’s largest concert grand, recorded on Stage A of Vienna Synchron Stage. The new library is the entry-level version of the previously released Synchron Fazioli F308, offering the full majesty of the Italian piano maker’s flagship model in…
Cherry Audio has announced the release of ODC 2800, a three-in-one virtual instrument inspired by the groundbreaking Odyssey synthesizer and a tribute to the legendary Alan R. Pearlman on the centennial of his birth. ODC 2800 expands upon the sound and capabilities of the original hardware by merging the classic innovations of the past with…
Samplab has released Resynthesizer, an AI-powered plugin that transforms one-shot samples into playable instruments using an on-device synthesis engine. Resynthesizer takes a unique approach by analyzing your audio and rebuilding it from scratch. The plugin separates the harmonic and percussive elements of a sample and lets you shape each one independently. You can adjust parameters…
Tritik has released a real-time spectrogram plugin for audio analysis and visualisation called Visu, for macOS and Windows, available in VST3, Audio Unit and AAX formats. It can be used it to explore transients, pitch, noise, harmonics, or just to see what your audio looks like. Alongside the classic spectrogram display, Visu includes an enhanced…
Noisebud has released version 1.60 of Peach, a dynamic processor built around a concept of direct gain shaping. Unlike traditional compressors or expanders, Peach allows users to set the exact gain applied to the signal above and below a threshold, independently. The plugin includes filters to focus the processing on specific parts of the frequency…
Universal Audio has released Anthem, an analog synthesizer plugin built for sculpting thick bass, punchy leads, and expressive sequences – without the need for layering or complex plug-in chains. With it’s crunchy analog-modeled filter, fat oscillators, and lo-fi effects, you’ll make sounds that make statements. Features: Fire up Fat Analog Textures: Inspired by classic mono-synths,…