And now for something completely different, as Abbey Road Studios and Charles Jeffrey Loverboy release The Big Nessie, a free multi-instrument library for Kontakt Player. It’s unusual to begin any post with the title of a 1970s Monty Python classic, but this seems as good a time as any. The Big Nessie is a free…
Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2 Review
The KeyStep line has always been about Arturia packing way more features and connectivity than you’d expect from such a compact controller, and sometimes still making it work. Well, they’ve done it again. With the KeyStep 37 mk2, Arturia has moved from 32 to 37 slimkey keys, added a dedicated OLED display with a clickable…
Korg’s Phase8 – Revolutionary Instrument Or Luxury Curiosity?
The Korg phase8 represents a calculated pivot, targeting a aficionado demographic increasingly fatigued by the infinite, screen-bound possibilities of software and an over abundance of synthesizers and Eurorack modules… The post Korg’s Phase8 – Revolutionary Instrument Or Luxury Curiosity? appeared first on FutureMusic the latest news on future music technology DJ gear producing dance music…
Frederic. Confirms 2026 Festival Appearances
Berlin-based DJ and producer outlines 2026 tour plans following the release of his recent EP, Rather Be With You, and high-profile performances. DJ and producer Frederic. is continuing to build his profile across Europe, with a series of festival appearances confirmed for 2026 and a growing catalogue of releases behind him. Active since 2017, the…
IK Multimedia Releases Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II
IK Multimedia has announced the release of Sunset Sound Studio Reverb II, a major evolution of their acclaimed studio emulation. Moving beyond its origins as a T-RackS module, Version II arrives as a standalone powerhouse, significantly expanding the spatial depth and processing flexibility of the legendary Sunset Strip recording environment. The update leverages IK’s proprietary…
Arturia KeyStep 37 Mk2 Review: The Classic Hybrid MIDI Keyboard Controller Gets a Fresh New Coat Of Paint
The original Arturia KeyStep 37 has become a fixture in many a studio since it was originally launch in 2020. These days, it is almost impossible to watch a video on ‘Synth-tube’ without catching a glimpse of one, often surrounded by carefully curated pot plants, cacti, plastic figurines and other decorative memorabilia. It earned that…
Sound Magic Releases “Neo Piano Yosemite” 8 Hybrid Modelling Piano Collection With MIDI 2.0 Support
Sound Magic has released Neo Piano Yosemite, a 8 hybrid modelling piano collection with MIDI 2.0 support. Sound Magic says: Neo Piano Yosemite is a sub-flagship piano collection, positioned just below our flagship series, designed to deliver premium sound quality and musical depth with a strong focus on practicality and versatility. Featuring 8 meticulously hand-selected…
Audio Damage releases “Descent” Granular Delay & Reverb Effect Plugin
Audio Damage has released Descent, a granular delay and reverb effect that transforms your audio into evolving, otherworldly textures. At its core, Descent captures incoming audio and breaks it into tiny grains—anywhere from a handful to dozens at once—then scatters them across time and pitch to create everything from subtle thickening and rhythmic delays to…

