Taking the Introducing spotlight, Qrauer and Tape Shifter explore the interplay of live instruments, machines, and rhythm in their electronic sets Who are you? We are qrauer and Tape Shifter. Where are you from? We’re from Dresden, Germany. What do you sound like? Our sound is shaped by live instruments, drum computers, samplers, and tape players. We…
Mojaxx’s 7 Tips For DJing With 7″ Singles
I recently interviewed DJ gear reviewer extraordinaire Mojaxx for a special 15th birthday edition of our podcast, where we geeked out about DJing with 7″ singles – something that (perhaps surprisingly to some) we both thoroughly enjoy doing. However, he’s the expert, and I thought it’d be useful to collate his biggest tips here. If…
IK Multimedia releases the ENGL Ampthology Volume 1 Signature Collection for TONEX
IK Multimedia has introduced ENGL Ampthology Vol 1, the first Signature Collection powered by the new TONEX Modeler. Here’s what they say: ENGL has earned a place among the most revered names in high-gain amplification, with a tone that has shaped the performance of metal, prog, and hard rock around the world. For the first…
APU Software releases FREE Spectrum Analyzer plugin for macOS and Windows
APU Software has released APU Spectrum Analyzer, a highly customizable and completely free spectrum analysis plugin and standalone application for macOS and Windows. APU Spectrum Analyzer provides super-detailed spectrum analysis for your DAW without costing a cent. The plugin supports multiple FFT window types (Rectangular, Hann, Hamming, Blackman, and Kaiser) and a wide range of…
Plugin Alliance Releases SPL Vitalizer Mk3-T
Plugin Alliance and Brainworx have announced the release of the SPL Vitalizer Mk3-T, a plugin that models the renowned analog program equalizer from SPL. The plugin uses patented psychoacoustic processing to enhance clarity, volume, and low-end punch without introducing unwanted harshness. It works by de-masking overlapping frequencies, which helps bring out detail and vibrancy in…
Mastering The Mix releases ‘Faster Master’ plug-in in collaboration with David Guetta and Nicky Romero with BOGOF Intro Deal
Mastering The Mix has released Faster Master. Co-created with David Guetta and Nicky Romero, Faster Master aims to give you professional-quality masters in just a few clicks. Faster Master analyzes your song and delivers 10 custom-tailored presets that give you a starting point. Pick the vibe that fits best, then fine-tune the details to make…
Niu plusplus updates MidiPhrase to v2.0.28 – Adds Phrase Morph Toolbar
Niu plusplus has updated MIDIPhrase to v2.0.28 which features the Phrase Morph Toolbar, a powerful creative tool designed to deliver real-time transformations and spark fresh musical ideas. Phrase Morph Toolbar Duggal Inspire Me: Instantly load inspiration into your workflow. With each click, MIDIPhrase randomly selects up to four clips from your current MIDI folder, loads…
Leap Into Void releases “Shadows Of Luring Attraction 2” soundset for Xfer Serum 2
Leap Into Void has announced the release of Shadows Of Luring Attraction 2 a soundset for Xfer Serum 2, featuring dark eerie tempo-synced soundscapes, drone-like textures, atmospheres from the shadows, sequences, comb delicacy, seances, evolving pads, synth sounds, bass sounds and more. Leap Into Void describes it as “a seductive Candlemass and luring mysticism from…