Sync Audio has released Fractiv, a granular effect and sampler instrument for macOS, Windows, and Linux. It is designed for intuitive and repeatable granular processing rather than randomness, which is the main focus of many other granular tools. Fractiv works by continuously capturing incoming audio into a rolling buffer (up to 10 seconds) and then…
Developer Decadebridge has offered several free instruments, which includes BalterLITE for macOS and Windows. We’ve featured a few Decadebridge releases over the years, with the most recent being Shallow Grave in September, 2025. If you haven’t checked it out already, Shallow Grave is a cascading filter plugin for macOS and Windows. This time, we’re looking…
Akai Professional has released the MPC XL, a new flagship MPC featuring an upgraded processor, advanced pad technology, and extended connectivity for studio and DAWless workflows. Akai Professional has introduced the MPC XL, a new flagship standalone music production unit positioned as the most powerful model in the historically significant MPC line. Designed to be…
Welcome to our coverage of the 2026 NAMM show. As of day one, they’ve already announced plenty of interesting DJ tech, and we’re rounding everything up here with the info you need. Keep checking back as we’ll be updating throughout the show with new announcements, and do let us know your thoughts below. NAMM: New…
Akai Professional has announced the release of the MPC XL, a new flagship standalone music production center running on the MPC3 operating system. This release introduces a significant hardware update to the MPC line, featuring a new Gen 2 processor, expanded memory, and 3D-sensing pad technology. The MPC XL is built around a Gen 2…
RANE has announced the release of the SYSTEM ONE, a standalone DJ system featuring motorized platters and the Engine DJ operating system. This is the first RANE hardware product to utilize the embedded Engine DJ platform, allowing for laptop-free performance with the tactile feel of traditional vinyl. The unit is built around two 7.2-inch high-torque…
Toontrack has announced the release of the Ambient Vibes EZkeys MIDI pack, a new expansion for EZkeys designed for piano-centric acoustic pop ballads, neo-classical compositions, and film scores. This release marks the 118th title in Toontrack’s collection of MIDI packs for the EZkeys virtual instrument line. This pack focuses on the use of space and…
Waves Audio has finally released Curves Resolve, a new mixing plugin that’s available for free for the next 48 hours only. I say finally because James covered this release twice before: first when Waves teased an upcoming freebie, and again when details about Curves Resolve leaked online. This time, the plugin is officially available to…
