Audio Hertz has released Mk.pre, a new audio plugin (VST/AU/AAX) that authentically models the iconic preamp of the original 424 cassette multitrack recorder. Famous for its gritty, mid-forward tone, the 424 preamp has become a defining sound of today’s indie guitar scene — once only accessible through rare hardware or boutique pedals, now available directly…
Noisebud releases Leaky4 – added phase rotation to the leak
Noisebud has released Leaky4, the latest version of their stereo leak plugin. Leaky is a simple but powerful tool that lets you route a filtered portion of one stereo component (Left, Right, Sum/Mid, or Difference/Side) into another. That’s all it does — and that’s why it has become one of Noisebud’s most used and appreciated…
Algoriffix adds pitch correction to Pitch Perfekt, a free voice-to-MIDI plugin
Algoriffix has updated Pitch Perfekt, its free voice-to-MIDI plugin, with a new pitch correction feature in the latest version 1.7 beta. We previously covered Pitch Perfekt when it launched in 2024, and it was already a handy tool for converting your voice into MIDI in real-time or from audio files. The new update makes it…
Future Audio Workshop SubLab is just $10 Until September 29th
Future Audio Workshop is offering the SubLab bass synthesizer for just $10 at Plugin Boutique until September 29th. SubLab is a sub-bass synthesizer built for modern hip-hop, trap, and electronic music producers. The idea behind the synth engine is to create custom bass and kick sounds, especially 808 bass sounds and similar patches. The plugin…
LFG.TV Launches DJ-Only Streaming Platform To Challenge Twitch
A new livestreaming platform exclusively for DJs called LFG.TV launched on 1 September, positioning itself as the “world’s first livestreaming platform featuring only DJs”. The platform differentiates itself from Twitch and other streaming services used by DJs by completely excluding gamers, podcasters, talk shows and other content creators. LFG.TV features DJ performances only, organised into…
HoRNet Plugins updates TheNormalizer to v1.3.5 with Enhanced DAW Compatibility
HoRNet Plugins has released version 1.3.5 of TheNormalizer, a free update that addresses critical compatibility issues with Cubase 14 and Ableton Live 12. Update Details: TheNormalizer v1.3.5 includes the following fixes: Resolved button interaction issues in Steinberg Cubase 14. Fixed session restoration problems in Ableton Live 12. About TheNormalizer: TheNormalizer is an automatic gain staging…
Toontrack releases 12-String Bass EBX for EZbass
Toontrack has announced the release of the 12-String Bass EBX, an expansion for EZbass featuring a 12-string electric bass, presets and MIDI. This release marks the 18th title in Toontrack’s family of EBX expansions for EZbass. Here’s what they say about the 12-String Bass EBX. The phenomenon of 12-string basses first surfaced in the 1970s…
Happy 909 Day: The Unlikely Story of the Beat Box That Built House Music
It’s September 9th, and for producers and electronic music fans, that means one thing: 909 Day. It’s a day to celebrate the Roland TR-909 Rhythm Composer. It’s more than just a drum machine; it’s the rhythmic heartbeat of house, techno, and countless other genres. That powerful kick drum, the snappy snare, and those crunchy hi-hats…