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LATEST IN MUSIC SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

Harley Benton's New Signature Guitar

Harley Benton has launched the ST-Modern Carlos Asensio Signature electric guitar, a collaboration with Spanish-speaking YouTuber Carlos Asensio of Guitarraviva. This model, based on the ST-Modern series, features an HSS configuration with Tesla pickups, an American alder body, and a roasted flamed maple neck, available in Ice Blue Metallic Gloss or Cactus Green Metallic.

FL Studio Web Enters Beta

Image-Line has released FL Studio Web, a new browser-based Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) currently in public Beta. Designed for accessibility and collaboration, it offers a scaled-down FL Studio interface, integrates with desktop versions, and includes native plugins and the FL Cloud library, aiming to lower the barrier to music production.

Klevgrand Unveils Parrot Effect

Klevgrand has introduced Parrot, a new audio effect designed to generate rhythmic patterns. It functions by sampling brief segments of incoming audio and then repeating these slices in a sequenced loop, offering a unique approach to sound design and beat creation.

Low Poly Synth Released Multi-Platform

Developer Alexander Zolotov has launched Low Poly Synth, a new sound generator capable of producing billions of unique melodic and atmospheric timbres. This versatile software is now accessible across Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows platforms.

Telequencer: Generative Sequencer for Ableton Live

A new generative step sequencer named Telequencer has been released for Ableton Live. Inspired by the Make Noise Rene, it aims to translate the experimental nature of modular synthesis into the digital environment, offering unique creative possibilities for music producers.

DEALS

• Plugin Boutique is offering up to 75% off Black Rooster Audio's vintage effect plugins and bundles for a limited time.

• Save up to 92% on Antelope Audio plugins during Plugin Boutique's limited-time Holiday Sale.

• Plugin Boutique's Holiday Sale offers up to 80% off Tokyo Dawn Labs plugins and bundles, including dynamic processors and EQs, until month-end.

• Get 25% off Devious Machines' Infiltrator 2 multi-effect plugin, featuring 54 effect modules, at Plugin Boutique's Holiday Sale.

• Loot Audio announces holiday deals and new releases, including 50% off the Fluidshell Bundle and products from GForce Software, Reason Studios, and Baby Audio.

• The Rigid Audio Everything Bundle, featuring all 49 products for film scorers and producers, is on sale for $29 USD at Audio Plugin Deals.

• Plugin Boutique's Holiday Sale features up to 92% off The Tone Foundry soundsets for Serum, Pigments, and Phase Plant, including a bundle of 1,030 presets.

• Audio Plugin Deals' '12 Deals of XMAS' event features a 75% discount on Sample Logic's Arpology X, a powerful Kontakt-based arpeggiator and sequencer.

• Plugin Boutique is offering 50% off Pointblank's 4-hour Basic Audio Programming course, teaching C++ audio plug-in development with Dr. Chris Nash.

• Spitfire Audio is celebrating one year of their Impressionism product with a 40% discount, valid until Sunday using coupon code 1BYBEGK1AWEX.

• Native Instruments' Holiday Sale offers 10-30% off software until January 7, 2026, with tiered discounts based on cart value, excluding Komplete bundles; explore savings here.

DEMOS, REVIEWS & TUTORIALS

• Unquantizing tracks can imbue music with a more organic, human feel, making compositions distinctive against the often-mechanically perfect output of AI music production tools. This technique deliberately introduces subtle timing imperfections, moving beyond strict rhythmic grids.

• The art of distortion in audio production involves a nuanced understanding of harmonics, saturation, and clipping, each adding distinct character. From the warmth of even harmonics to the grit of odd harmonics, producers precisely apply these effects to shape timbre, enhance presence, and add depth to audio mixes.

• Elevate your rap vocals with a practical guide utilizing Manny Marroquin's signature plugins. Discover how to quickly shape, energize, and add a professional vibe to hip hop vocals using his Triple D and Delay effects. Watch the tutorial to master these essential mixing techniques.

• Roland Cloud offers a comprehensive tutorial on sound synthesis using six legendary instruments, including the JUNO-60 and JUPITER-8. This guide simplifies complex concepts for beginners.

• Seven professional music producers share their essential EQ mixing tips, offering creative and practical applications for shaping vocals, drums, and entire tracks with precision.

FREE

Soundtoys is offering its Little Plate reverb plugin as a free download for a limited time during its "12 Days of Soundtoys Holiday Sale." Inspired by the iconic EMT 140, this plugin delivers spacious ambience and timeless vibes, from warm tails to endless decays.

KV331 Audio has launched its Winter Sale, making the Synthmaster One software synthesizer available for free for a limited period. This user-friendly, single-layer wavetable synthesizer features a simple workflow, extensive content, and inspiring presets. Get Synthmaster One now.