Nikolozi updates Mela to v7.14 for macOS and iOS

Nikolozi has updated Mela, a modular AUv3 plug-in for iOS and macOS, to version 7.14. Pitch-to-Amp The new Pitch-to-Amp module uses the Pitch signal to control audio levels. Range sets how much the audio level changes across the pitch range. Positive values make higher pitches louder and lower pitches quieter. Negative values do the opposite….

Studio Kozak releases SK Rust, a FREE lo-fi effect for macOS and Windows

Studio Kozak has released SK Rust, a free lo-fi coloration plugin for macOS and Windows. The developer describes it as “the sound of something forgotten in a damp Eastern European cellar,” which is honestly a pretty good summary, especially regarding the interface (speaking from experience). I really like the GUI because it reminds me of…

NoiseRoom UIO releases Andes JX, a FREE open-source synth for Windows

NoiseRoom UIO has released Andes JX, a free and open-source polyphonic subtractive synthesizer for Windows. The independent audio lab is based in Quito, Ecuador. Last year, we featured its NoiseRverb convolution reverb, which captures the acoustics of historic churches around the city. Andes JX continues that connection to Ecuador, but from a different angle. Its…

HOFA SYSTEM can now host one third-party plugin for FREE

HOFA-Plugins has released SYSTEM ThirdPartyPluginLoader, allowing the free version of HOFA SYSTEM to host one third-party plugin at a time. HOFA SYSTEM is a modular environment for custom effect chains, routing, and modulation. We previously covered its free DigiDestroy bitcrusher, which works inside SYSTEM or separately. The new loader supports VST2, VST3, and AU plugins,…

Deckshark Mako: Another Way To Ditch The Laptop

You wait years for someone to work out how to turn an ordinary Midi controller into a standalone unit, and then two solutions come along at once. Days after we wrote about Stembox, a small Seattle outfit called Deckshark has started shipping the Mako, a $299 box that bolts to the back of your controller,…

Piruz Labs Releases Pre Doom – Pre-Distortion Processor (VST3 & AU)

Piruz Labs has released Pre Doom, a pre-distortion processor for macOS and Windows. Most distortion plugins begin after the signal arrives. Pre Doom works one step earlier. It does not replace the amp, distortion or saturator you already own. It decides what that thing gets to eat. Five shaping controls do the work: Mass rebuilds…

Golden DSP Releases Silkbrush Reverb Plugin (VST3, AU & AAX)

Golden DSP has announced the release of Silkbrush, an algorithmic reverb plug-in designed to streamline ambient mixing. Silkbrush combines classic Lexicon-style spatial characteristics with built-in intelligent ducking and dynamic frequency carving. This allows the reverb tail to automatically duck behind the dry signal without requiring external sidechain routing. Engineered from the ground up, the plug-in…