GForce Software Launches MAP – An Era-Spanning Sound Design Playground

GForce Software has announced the release of MAP, a new synth plugin they describe as “An Era-Spanning Sound Design Playground”. Here’s what they say: Born from the lineage of Serge, Buchla, and modular synthesis, MAP reimagines the fearless experimental spirit of the 1970s for today’s creators. Blending vintage character with modern innovation, MAP is a…

MusicDevelopments updates RapidComposer to v6.0.1

MusicDevelopments has updated RapidComposer to v6.0.1. The new update focuses on workflow improvements, extended track operations, and several fixes related to Live Mode and phrase editing. New Features and Improvements: Added “Mute all variations in all tracks” and “Mute all MIDI CCs in all tracks” buttons to the Track Inspector. Added “Copy variations to all…

Rapid Flow Launches Zensphere Sample-Based Synth VST with Focus on Mix-Ready Analog Tones

Rapid Flow has launched Zensphere, a new sample-based virtual instrument that aims to deliver the sound of classic analog synthesizers and high-end studio processing with minimal impact on your computer’s CPU. The developer describes it as a “next generation synth collection” focused on sounds that are “mix-ready from the start.” The core idea behind Zensphere…

discoDSP updates Discovery Pro, OB-Xd, OPL synths and Bliss Sampler

discoDSP has announced updates across their product line, featuring macOS native interface improvements, unified licensing systems, and enhanced platform support. Discovery Pro 8.9.2 Discovery Pro is a virtual analog synthesizer and sampler with 4 layers, 12 oscillators, SFZ/WAV/SoundFont support, PADSynth re-synthesis, and Nord Lead 2 SysEx import/export. Version 8.9.2 enhances MIDI control visibility and improves…

Witch’s Brew Bitcrusher for macOS, Windows, and Linux is FREE till Halloween

The Witch’s Brew Bitcrusher is a new plugin from Kushview, the developer behind the modular VST plugin host, Element. Witch’s Brew Bitcrusher is available in AU, VST3, LV2, and CLAP formats for macOS, Windows, and Linux. The plugin has a regular retail price of $10, but you can download it for free until Halloween (October…

Berglind Audio releases Oolong Jr, a FREE saturation plugin for macOS

Berglind Audio has released Oolong Jr, a free saturation plugin for macOS (Windows version coming soon). Oolong Jr is a streamlined version of the full-featured Oolong saturator. That said, even in its cut-down form, the freebie packs decent amounts of mojo and might earn a spot in your mixing chain. It’s designed as a straightforward…