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LATEST IN MUSIC SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

VirtualDJ 2026 AI Enhancements

VirtualDJ 2026 is now in early access, introducing significant AI-powered features. These include automatic lyric recognition displayed on waveforms for precise vocal mixing and an 'AI Prompt Folder' for track organization. The update also features a revamped FX engine with over 122 effects and the ability to generate karaoke tracks. Existing users receive a free upgrade.

Orbitron Core Modulation Plugin

United Plugins has released Orbitron Core, a streamlined yet powerful modulation plugin by JMG Sound. It offers six distinct modulation effects, including Vintage Chorus and Tape Flanger, designed to add dynamic movement and character to audio tracks. The release also includes Autoformer 5.

PolyShimmer Reverb Plugin Unveiled

Vexon Audio introduces PolyShimmer, a new shimmer reverb effect plugin engineered to create lush, evolving soundscapes. Its unique 4-layer design blends harmonic intervals, shaping complex shimmering chords that dynamically adapt to the input audio. Each layer offers independent tuning and boosting for extensive sound design flexibility. Learn more about PolyShimmer.

Waves eMotion LV1 Fader Expansion

Waves Audio has launched the eMotion LV1 Control, a premium fader expansion for its eMotion LV1 live mixing consoles. This unit connects via a single USB cable, providing a straightforward method to increase fader count for LV1 Classic setups. It can also function as a dedicated fader controller.

TipTop Audio TRIAX8 Eurorack Oscillator

TipTop Audio has announced the TRIAX8, a new eight-voice analog oscillator for Eurorack modular synthesizer systems. This module features a triangle-core design, enabling the creation of complex and rich sonic textures within a modular setup. Discover more about the TRIAX8.

DEALS

• Audio Plugin Deals features an Audiomodern sale offering significant discounts on intelligent music composition tools like Playbeat, Riffer, and Chordjam.

• Sonible's AI-assistive learn:bundle plugin suite is available at a 75% discount, enhancing mixing with smart EQ, compression, and reverb tools.

• The EastWest Holiday Sale offers up to 80% off virtual instruments, including ComposerCloud+ for $99 USD for the first year, providing access to over 80 collections.

• Native Instruments' VST Partner Sale delivers up to 64% off on plugins, featuring guitar effects, synths from Baby Audio and Safari Pedals, and AI sound tools from Dreamtonics and Soundlabs AI.

• Plugin Boutique's Holiday Sale slashes prices by over 90% on the Fuse Audio Labs Plugins Bundle, an extensive collection of 20+ analog-modeled mixing, mastering, and guitar effects.

• Acon Digital's Season’s Savings offers up to 70% off its full range of audio editing, restoration, and noise reduction tools, including the new Remix:Drums.

DEMOS, REVIEWS & TUTORIALS

• Cherry Audio presents a new video tutorial focused on mastering layers in Mercury-8. The guide covers the synthesizer's Key Modes—Whole, Dual, and Split—and outlines their application to other layered instruments within the Cherry Audio ecosystem.

• An accurate tuner remains paramount for any guitarist, directly influencing the quality of their sound. Both clip-on and pedal tuners offer reliable solutions for maintaining perfect pitch, proving indispensable for practice and performance. Discover the best options in this comprehensive guide about tuners.

• Kristian Kohle offers invaluable insights into analog mixing, detailing his workflow on the Harrison 32Classic console. He demonstrates how analog gear profoundly influences a mix's tone, workflow, and overall vibe in real time.

• Waves introduces a comprehensive guide exploring signal warming saturator plugins. This educational resource elucidates how these tools impart crucial warmth, character, and essential saturation to audio tracks and complete mixes.

• Waves unveils InTrigger Live, an innovative plugin revolutionizing live sound by enabling real-time drum replacement. This groundbreaking tool brings studio-quality drum sounds directly to the stage, eliminating the need for cumbersome external hardware.

• UDO Audio released two insightful video tutorials for its Super 6 synthesizer, expanding users' sound design capabilities. One video, presented by Hazel Mills, delves into the unique 'Battwave' modulation feature of LFO 1, revealing its potential to add distinct character to patches.

FREE

TonalMark has released Analog Glow, a free analog-style saturation plugin for macOS. Compatible with both Intel and Apple Silicon processors, it is available in AU and VST3 formats via Gumroad, offering users classic warmth.

Soundtoys is running a 'Soundtoys Holiday Giveaway' from December 8-19, 2025, offering six different freeware plugins. Each plugin will be available for a limited 48-hour period on their website, alongside discounts up to 50% on upgrades and bundles.

NoiseAsh's Backs EQ, a plugin inspired by 1950s Baxandall circuits with added mid-band and vintage preamp tones, is available for free for a limited time. This offer combines classic equalization with modern functionality.

ZL Audio has updated ZL Equalizer 2, a powerful free dynamic EQ plugin for macOS, Windows, and Linux. It features up to 24 frequency bands with dynamic control, five stereo modes, and an improved GUI, serving as a robust alternative to premium options.