Arturia 1984 Drum Machine, Wavesurfer AI Effects, Synth Bundle 92% Off & more!

Get ready for the latest in music tech with Behringer's new RD-78 drum machine inspired by the classic Roland CR-78, and Gainlab Audio's high-end Lieutenant monitor controller for studio command. From Xvive's compact More You mixing system to Flux Audio's comprehensive MiRA analysis suite, this month's roundup showcases innovative tools reshaping music production.

LATEST IN MUSIC SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

Behringer Releases RD-78 Drum Machine

Behringer has released the RD-78 drum machine, which is inspired by the classic Roland CR-78. The RD-78 features 15 analog drum sounds, 34 preset patterns, and a 16-step sequencer. It also includes independent outputs for each drum sound, MIDI connectivity, and a vintage-inspired design.

Gainlab Audio Unveils The Lieutenant Monitor Controller

Budapest-based Gainlab Audio has introduced The Lieutenant, a high-end monitor controller and studio command station. In addition to source and destination switching, headphone amplification, and talkback, The Lieutenant features a built-in power sequencer to manage the power-up and power-down of a studio setup.

Xvive Launches Compact More You Mixing System

Xvive has announced the More You, a compact and convenient mixing system that combines a USB audio interface with a personal monitoring mixer. The More You Hub provides 2 mic/instrument inputs, 2 line outputs, headphone output, and hands-on controls, while the More You 2X Expander adds 2 more inputs and a headphone out. Users can link up to 8 units together to create a multi-channel mixing setup for rehearsals or recording.

Flux Audio Releases MiRA, a Powerful New Audio Analysis Tool

Flux Audio has launched MiRA, a comprehensive audio analysis suite available in three specialized versions - MiRA Session for mixing and loudness metering, MiRA Studio for immersive audio analysis, and MiRA Live for system tuning and live sound. MiRA offers features like real-time spectrum analysis, LUFS metering, and multi-channel support for formats like Dolby Atmos.

Heritage Audio Unveils Synth Buddy Passive Switcher

Heritage Audio has announced the Synth Buddy, a desktop-mounted passive switcher that allows users to quickly toggle between 10 stereo line-level sources without any signal degradation. The Synth Buddy features a simple knob-based interface for routing inputs to the output.

DEALS

• Artefakt Guitar for HALion 7 and HALion Sonic 7 by Steinberg - 20% off, now £66.40 (was £83).

• Italian Grand XL for Montage/MODX by ITB Music - piano library for Yamaha synthesizer. €29.95, €10 off.

• Concert Grand YF3 by IK Multimedia, a virtual piano with detailed sampling and unique sound-shaping capabilities - 70% off, now $29.99 (was $99.99).

• Graindad by Sugar Bytes, a unique granular synthesizer plugin - 63% off, now $36 (was $120).

• Audiocube Pro – A 3D DAW by Audiocube, a creative 3D digital audio workstation - 75% off, now $99 (was $399).

• Gravitas MDS by Fiedler Audio, a powerful multi-band distortion plugin - 50% off, now $49 (was $99).

• Sampletraxx Massive 3-in-1 Winter Bundle, a collection of sample packs and instruments - 92% off, now $49 (was $599).

• BLENT Series 1-5 by Audiofier, a bundle of cinematic sound design tools - 75% off, now $49 (was $199).

• UAD Plug-In Bundles, featuring up to 40% savings on UAD plug-in bundles.

• Rust Prime by Soundiron, a massive collection of over 19,000 cinematic sound effects and textures - 20% off, now $119 (was $149).

DEMOS, REVIEWS & TUTORIALS

Arturia Drumbrute Impact 1984 Overview - This re-release of Arturia's compact analog drum machine sports a vintage-inspired off-white finish, while retaining the same collection of 10 all-analog drum sounds and pattern programming capabilities as the original.

Wavesurfer Modular Effects Plugin Walkthrough - Explore the capabilities of Karanyi Sounds' Wavesurfer, an AI-powered multi-effects processor that combines vintage analog warmth with cutting-edge neural processing.

Volt Distortion Plugin Demos and Reviews - See how the Volt dynamic analog distortion plugin from Lunacy Audio can be used to add unique character and grit to your BEAM productions.

Microphone Isolation: Improve Your Recordings - Explore techniques to reduce vibrations, focus the microphone, and control room reflections for better-sounding recordings in your home studio.

FREE

Full Bucket Music has released Paralogy, a free polyphonic synthesizer that emulates the Crumar Trilogy and Stratus synths. Paralogy features two VCOs, a two-pole and four-pole 24dB low-pass filter, an LFO, and ADSR envelope generator, as well as built-in phaser and delay effects.

Klevgrand has given its free polyphonic synthesizer plugin Syndtsphere a complete visual makeover, making it more intuitive and inspiring than ever. The unique spherical interface allows users to "surf" between over 70 professionally crafted presets, seamlessly morphing all parameters at once.