Haken's EaganMatrix Micro, Dune 2 Loris Synth, Ferrofish Pulse8 AE & more!

The music tech world kicks off 2025 with the release of Haken Audio's EaganMatrix Micro, a compact powerhouse that brings professional synthesis to a portable format, alongside Christophe Duquesne's groundbreaking Loris Synth developed for Dune 2. Today’s roundup also features Ferrofish's new Pulse8 AE converter and DW's Pure Cherry drum kit expansion, showcasing innovations across both hardware and software domains.

LATEST IN MUSIC SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

Christophe Duquesne Loris Synth Brings Resynthesis to EaganMatrix Instruments

The Christophe Duquesne Loris Synth is a standalone application that expands the power of the Haken Audio EaganMatrix synth engine with resynthesis capabilities. Developed specifically for the soundtrack of the film Dune 2, the Loris Synth allows users to analyze their own samples and extract the necessary information to drive the EaganMatrix Additive Bank.

Haken Audio Introduces the Compact EaganMatrix Micro Synth Module

Haken Audio has announced the EaganMatrix Micro, a new synth module that packs the powerful EaganMatrix sound engine into a compact USB-powered form factor. The EaganMatrix Micro offers the same features as its larger counterparts, including MPE support, in a self-contained and portable design.

Ferrofish Pulse8 AE Brings Pro-Grade Conversion to a Compact Format

The Ferrofish Pulse8 AE is a compact 8-channel professional AD/DA converter that delivers 32-bit/192 kHz conversion with a +20dBu headroom rating. With ADAT connectivity, the Pulse8 AE offers flexible expansion options for studio and live setups, making it a versatile solution for a variety of applications.

DW Soundworks Expands with Pure Cherry Drum Kit Expansion

DW has announced the Pure Cherry expansion for their DW Soundworks virtual drum software. The new expansion captures the sound of DW's Collector's Series kit, which is known for its bright attack, rich midrange, and balanced sustain, making it well-suited for up-tempo, dynamic styles.

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DEMOS, REVIEWS & TUTORIALS

Dübreq Stylophone Theremin Demonstration - See how this unique instrument combines the classic Stylophone sound with the expressive control of a theremin, for a one-of-a-kind musical experience.

Ambient Synth Jam with Oberheim Eight Voice - Synthesist Marius Leicht shares a live performance featuring the sound of a vintage Oberheim Eight Voice synthesizer.

Haken Audio EaganMatrix Micro: All the Fantastic Power of the Osmose's Synth Engine in a Tiny Form Factor - Haken Audio's EaganMatrix Micro packs the full, eight-voice synth engine from the Expressive E Osmose into a compact, affordable box, allowing you to access the powerful EaganMatrix sound technology.

Christophe Duquesne Loris Synth Brings the Power of Resynthesis to EaganMatrix Instruments - The Christophe Duquesne Loris Synth is a standalone application (tutorial included) that allows you to analyze samples and extract the necessary information to drive the EaganMatrix Additive Bank, opening up a new sonic world based on the initial samples.

Post-Recording Workflow: Time to Bake those Takes - Explore the key steps to take when editing your recordings, including working with comps, pitch correction, time alignment, de-essing, and EQ and compression.

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