Bunker Samples has released Iremia Swells Collection for Kontakt full, a comprehensive set of organic solo violin, viola and cello swells. These swells are mini performances, crescendoing to a medium intensity over a set length, before fading back down to nothing over the same length. They are designed to add a sense of humanity and…
Rhodes V-Pan Vibrato Stereo Panning Plugin is Available for FREE Download
You can currently nab Rhodes’ V-Pan Vari-Pan effect plugin (normally $39.95) for free download by signing up for the Rhodes newsletter. The plugin replicates the Vari-Pan vibrato stereo panning circuit of Rhodes’ flagship MK8 e-piano. The V-Pan is suitable for adding swirling, ethereal textures to various sources, with Rhodes suggesting pairing it with synth, keyboard,…
Full Fx Media releases FREE Diffusia drone synthesizer plugin
If you’re into ambience, drone, soundscapes, or just lush, evolving pads in general, you might want to check out the new developer Full Fx Media and their first free offering – Diffusia. Diffusia is a synthesizer VST with a simple and clear user interface, designed for quickly dialing in immersive soundscapes without menu navigation or…
Get Hot Switch Jr distortion plugin by DAWJunkie for FREE in limited time offer
DAWJunkie has released Hot Switch Jr., a distortion plugin that is available for free in a limited-time offer. Developer DAWJunkie has been featured in some articles here already, as they offer a suite of free plugins based on their paid XL versions. Last time I covered their experimental stereo phase synth aptly named Slurpy Jr,…
Tracktion Software releases Collective 2
Tracktion Software has announced the release of Collective 2 for macOS, Windows and Linux. Imagine you’re standing in your studio, the air electric with possibility. You hit a note, and it breathes life into your space. That’s the moment we live for — and with Collective 2, those moments are yours to create. Collective 2…
Behringer Announces SDS-3 Analog Drum Synthesizer
Behringer has announced the SDS-3, a 4-channel analog drum synthesizer. The unit is described as an authentic reproduction of the original Simmons SDS-3 circuitry from the 1970s, updated with modern connectivity options. The SDS-3 is designed for hands-on, real-time control, featuring 57 knobs and switches. It aims to replicate the characteristics of the original unit,…
Smaolab releases Akira-Lead – Distortion/Amp Audio Plugin (VST3, AU & LV2)
Smaolab has released Akira-Lead, a new plugin that aims to produce overdriven and distorted sounds typical of electrified guitars and basses. Akira-Lead combines an amp simulation with a nasty low pass filter and tone-shaping functions. You can also access 2 PRE/POST bands equalizer effect. This plugin is targeted at guitarists and bassists who want realistic…
Best Audio and MIDI Software – 2025 KVR Readers’ Choice Awards Winners
We’re pleased to announce the winners of the KVR Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 as KVR readers reward developers for work well done. These awards are intended to represent the preferences and opinions of the musicians, producers, and enthusiasts who use and appreciate various software tools for music production and sound design. In fact, we’re happy…