Cherry Audio Releases Mercury-8 – Jupiter-8 Emulation with SysEx Support Cherry Audio has announced the release of Mercury-8, a software synthesizer modeled on the architecture and circuitry of the Roland Jupiter-8. Utilizing virtual analog synthesis rather than sampling, the instrument aims to replicate the behavior of the original 1981 hardware while introducing modern workflow enhancements,…
Arturia AstroLab 37 Review: A Compact Powerhouse for Live Performance
For years, the industry has chased the concept of “decoupling” the software instrument from the laptop. While various manufacturers have attempted to box VSTs into hardware, Arturia’s approach with the AstroLab series has been arguably the most direct: taking their industry-standard V Collection engines and running them natively in a stage keyboard. Following the release…
Arturia Releases AstroLab 37 – Compact Stage Keyboard
Arturia has announced the release of AstroLab 37, a compact edition of their standalone stage keyboard. Following the introduction of the 61-key model earlier this year, the AstroLab 37 condenses the same synthesis architecture and ecosystem integration into a portable, 37-key format designed for live performance and studio applications where space is at a premium….
Audio Hertz releases AM.pre (VST3/AU/AAX)
Audio Hertz has released AM.pre, a new audio plugin (VST3/AU/AAX) that is designed to authentically capture the sound of the Ampex 351 tube preamp, the same preamp found in countless classic studios and iconic recordings. Known for its warm saturation and rich tube character, the Ampex 351 preamp became a studio workhorse throughout the 1950s…
Sugar Bytes releases Transfigure – SoundReDesigner Plugin
Sugar Bytes has announced the release of Transfigure, a new effect plugin for macOS and Windows. Transfigure isn’t just an effect – it’s a sonic rebirth. Feed it any sound, and watch it morph, twist, and evolve into something entirely new. Its clean, intuitive interface makes complex processes feel effortless. Whether you’re refining details or…
Best Black Friday Deals under $20 (+ Plugin Boutique Freebies)
Black Friday is packed with deals this year, and I’ve pulled together the best offers under $20. We’ll also have separate lists for deals under $10 and under $5, so those aren’t included here. Before we get into the plugins, here’s a quick reminder: Plugin Boutique purchases come with a free gift, and the list…
Tree DSP updates NN76 to v1.1.0
Tree DSP has updated NN76, the Neural Network FET Compressor plugin, to v1.1.0. New Features: Added all-buttons-in ratio mode. Increased preset banks to 4 (A, B, C, D) with copy/paste functionality. Added auto-gain feature. Added input trim control. Added undo and redo buttons. Added browser-based licensing mechanism for streamlined activation. Added logging and crash report…
APU Software updates Loudness Series to v4.6.1
APU Software has updated TrueGain, Loudness Contour, Spectrum Analyzer, Loudness Meter, Loudness Compressor, Dynamics Optimizer, and Loudness Limiter to version 4.6.1. Recent changes include: Fix crash when changing certain global parameters. Meter texture improvement. Full Histogram presets use auto range (meter). Add Gain Control mode (truegain). Add support for sidechain as target signal (spectrum). Support…