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LATEST IN MUSIC SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

Epiphone Unveils New Tribute Plus Guitars

Epiphone has launched its new Les Paul Tribute Plus and SG Tribute Plus models, offering affordable entry-level options. These guitars feature mahogany bodies, flamed maple tops, '60s slim taper necks, and versatile humbuckers. Available in classic finishes, they also cater to left-handed players.

Gibson Launches Noel Gallagher's Signature Les Paul

Gibson has officially released Noel Gallagher's iconic Les Paul Standard guitar, making this highly sought-after instrument more widely available. Previously a limited run, the P-90 equipped model was famously played by Gallagher during the Oasis reunion tour.

Universal Audio Enhances Ocean Way Studios Deluxe Plugin

Universal Audio introduces the Ocean Way Studios Deluxe plugin, an advanced tool that recreates the iconic Ocean Way Studios with enhanced realism and flexibility. It offers re-mic and reverb modes, classic consoles, dynamics processors, and three reverb chambers, available for both Apollo and Native users.

Leap Into Void Releases Core Bass Collection for UVI Falcon

Leap Into Void has unveiled the Core Bass Collection, a new soundset for UVI Falcon featuring 84 production-ready bass presets. Designed for House, EDM, and modern dance music, this collection covers diverse styles from classic saw and square to FM, growl, and reverse basses.

Reason Studios Unveils Osmium Distortion Matrix

Reason Studios has launched the Osmium Distortion Matrix, a new modular multiband distortion device for the Reason Rack. It features nine freely routable effect slots, allowing users to craft diverse signal paths ranging from subtle tape saturation to extreme noise.

Native Instruments Introduces Traktor Play DJ Software

Native Instruments has released Traktor Play, a new DJ software designed for ease of use. It features two decks, pro-grade sound, and seamless integration with Beatport Streaming, providing access to millions of tracks. This makes it ideal for beginners without requiring additional hardware.

DEALS

• Act quickly for the final hours of 70% off Mythos by Auddict at VSTBuzz, reducing its price from $280 to $84.

• Enhance your vocal tracks with the Sonible Vocal Bundle, now 48% off at Audio Plugin Deals, offering essential tools for producers.

• Discover immersive soundscapes with The Ambient Bundle by Audiofier, available at 80% off through Audio Plugin Deals.

• Optimize your audio dynamics with Minimal Audio's Fuse Compressor, now 50% off at Audio Plugin Deals.

• Expand your sonic palette with a 76% discount on Xhun Audio's LittleOne Synth + Big Steps Expansion via Audio Plugin Deals.

• EastWest announces its largest Cyber Month sale with up to 80% off on over 80 award-winning products and bundles.

DEMOS, REVIEWS & TUTORIALS

• The fourth episode of Moog Music's "Synthesizing With Moog" series has just been released, covering how the Voltage-Controlled Filter (VCF), a key component of the 1964 modular synthesizer, enabled musicians to sculpt and define the sound of electronic music by shaping tone and harmonics in new ways.

• Master common pitfalls in vocal production with this essential guide, revealing how to identify and resolve 10 frequent issues during the mixing process for pristine recordings.

• Composer Lucy Hayes offers an insightful introduction to cinematic scoring, guiding aspiring artists through essential techniques. She emphasises developing a robust musical toolkit and employing creative exercises to spark innovative ideas for film music. Explore cinematic scoring with Lucy Hayes.

• Unlock your Digital Audio Workstation's full potential by mastering six crucial automation techniques that elevate mixes with depth and dynamic movement, moving beyond basic usage.

• Waves Audio unveils a new video tutorial, demonstrating ten distinct hip hop vocal effects achievable in real-time with the Vocal Bender plugin. Featuring the dynamic duo Barrows & Sun, the guide offers practical insights into integrating these creative effects directly into production workflows. Watch the full video tutorial on Vocal Bender here.

• Explore the Torso Electronics S-4 sculpting sampler, detailing its unique Portastudio-style workflow, granular processing capabilities, and extensive modulation options for versatile sound design.

FREE

SampleRadar has released 196 free spooky samples, ideal for crafting Halloween-themed music and soundscapes. This collection offers valuable resources for producers looking to add a macabre touch to their projects.

Vain Audio introduced Sentinel, a free banded distortion effect plugin compatible with Windows and Mac. Sentinel features key tracking, enabling users to precisely target specific harmonics at any root note for advanced sound transformation.

Aurora DSP launched Nosferatu, a free high-gain preamp effect plugin. This Halloween edition includes dual-mode distortion, a tube power amp simulation with presence and resonance controls, a cabinet simulator with two voicings, and an integrated noise gate for a dark, intense tone.