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Chro-Nyx and DOTS Modules, Deals Up to 85% Off, and Essential Sampling Tricks
I hope you've had a great week! Let's get right into the latest news, including Impact Soundworks' new synth, huge deals on plugins, and some great tutorials on sampling.
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LATEST IN MUSIC SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE
Impact Soundworks Unveils Chro-Nyx Virtual Instrument
Impact Soundworks has launched Chro-Nyx, a new virtual instrument drawing inspiration from iconic hardware synthesizers, notably the Roland JP-8080, and other classic synth units. This new offering provides a versatile sound design tool for modern electronic music production.
DOTS Eurorack 6-Channel Trigger Sequencer Introduced
The DOTS module is a compact, 6-channel Eurorack device specifically engineered for the creation of triggers and gates, offering versatile control for modular synthesizers. This new unit provides essential rhythmic sequencing capabilities in a small footprint.
MoMinstruments Updates Elastic OSC Synthesizer to v1.1
MoMinstruments' Elastic OSC synthesizer for iOS has received its v1.1 update, introducing the capability for users to import DX7 banks. Each imported bank contains 32 DX7 sounds, which can be easily navigated using the Harmonics slider. This significantly expands the sonic palette for users.
Rewind Samples Releases Dystra for Serum 2 Drum & Bass
Rewind Samples introduces Dystra, a new soundset featuring 50 Serum 2 presets designed for high-energy Drum & Bass genres like jump-up and neurofunk. The collection aims to capture the sound of artists such as Sota, Mefjus, and Annix, offering snarling basses and twisted leads for producers.
Atomix VirtualDJ Pro Offers Comprehensive DJ Features
VirtualDJ Pro from Atomix is a long-established DJ application offering extensive features like DVS, real-time stem separation, video mixing, and lighting control. While free to download, using it with controllers or for commercial purposes requires a license, with various options including monthly subscriptions or one-time purchases.
Hercules DJUCED: Accessible Software for Beginner DJs
DJUCED, developed by Hercules, is primarily intended for users of Hercules DJ controllers. It is designed with beginners in mind, emphasizing ease of use and affordability. The software can be downloaded in a basic free version, with more advanced features unlocked when used with compatible hardware.
DEALS
Explore the 8Dio.com Fall Sale offering 50% off all products until September 22nd, with a free Fire Brass 2.0 Bundle for orders over $99.
Save 50% on Baby Audio's Atoms synthesizer at Plugin Boutique, a physical modeling instrument creating unique organic and otherworldly sounds.
PulseSetter-Sounds' Fall Sale provides 50% off all Kontakt instruments and synth presets, leveraging 20 years of Hollywood production experience.
ADSR Sounds presents the Epic NI Massive Preset Bundle, featuring 49 packs for Native Instruments Massive, available for $20.
Plugin Boutique's Birthday Sale offers up to 83% off creative Audio Blast plugins designed for live electronic music performances.
Grab Tone Empire's TapeZoo plugin, which emulates analog tape warmth, for just $15 during its last-day flash sale, an 85% discount off its $99 retail price.
Karanyi Sounds is running a limited-time "Buy 2 Get 1 Free" promotion on plugins; use code GET1FREESEPT at checkout to get the lowest-priced plugin free.
Audified is offering a 30% discount on MixChecker PRO, a software tool designed to help achieve a balanced 'middle-of-the-road' mix across various playback systems.
DEMOS, REVIEWS & TUTORIALS
Understanding phantom power is crucial for audio recording, as this direct current (DC) voltage travels through microphone cables to energize microphones with active electronic circuitry. It primarily powers condenser microphones, which rely on this external supply to operate their internal components.
A captivating video delves into the storied history of the Roland TR-909 drum machine, illustrating its profound impact on electronic music through a curated selection of 16 influential songs.
Mix engineer Joe Carrell offers an insightful in-session tour, demonstrating the new SPL Vitalizer Mk3-T plugin within a live project. He showcases its updated features and provides direct comparisons with the classic Mk2-T model, both integrated into the plugin.
Producers Barrows and Sun unveil five essential sampling tricks in a new video tutorial utilizing the CR8 Creative Sampler. Learn practical methods for chopping, flipping, reversing, and re-pitching samples to enhance your music production workflow.
Guitarists can meticulously replicate Robben Ford's iconic 'Talk to Your Daughter' tone by combining UAFX pedals for the core sound and refining it with UAD plug-ins, achieving a truly distinctive signature sound.
Delve into the techniques and sonic palettes essential for crafting music that genuinely evokes the distinct atmosphere of iconic '70s and '80s synth soundtracks, mastering that classic electronic sound.
Multi-platinum producer Luke Dimond reveals five essential, real-world studio habits, not technical tricks, designed to impress clients, foster positive sessions, and encourage repeat bookings, as detailed in this insightful video.
Producers can significantly enhance their music production skills, refining arrangement and mixing techniques, by creatively integrating acapella vocal tracks into their projects.
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Minimal Audio has released Formant, a new free formant shifter plugin for macOS and Windows. This tool is specifically designed for efficient vocal tone shaping, distinguishing itself from conventional formant filters often used for synthesizer basses.
DeepSoundLab has introduced LittleFuzzE, a new free plugin for macOS and Windows that accurately emulates a classic square fuzz guitar pedal. Designed for guitarists, synth players, and sound designers, it delivers hardware-like response and tone with efficient CPU usage.
remaincalm has released three new free creative audio effect plugins aimed at inspiring unconventional sound design. These include Paranoia, a distortion effect influenced by 90s industrial and chiptune; Gossamer, a circuit-modeled multi-effect for modulation; and Gloss, a lo-fi effect for adding character.
BaconPaul, known for the Surge synthesizer, has released 'Two Filters' as a free plugin featuring two independent filters. Each filter includes cutoff, resonance, and morph controls, offering access to 14 distinct filter models for versatile sound shaping.