New Analog Processors, Creative Reverbs & A Legendary Choir

LATEST IN MUSIC SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

SSL Fusion: Analog Signal Refinement

The SSL Fusion is a deluxe analog processor designed for refining stereo signals, adding a professional 'finishing touch' to mixes. Key features include Vintage Drive for harmonic saturation, a two-band Violet EQ, a High Frequency Compressor, and an analog mid-side matrix for stereo widening. It also incorporates a unique Listen Mic Compressor for powerful compression effects.

XLN Audio RC-20: Vintage Lo-Fi Textures

XLN Audio's RC-20 Retro Color is a plugin specializing in lo-fi sounds and vintage textures. It simulates imperfections like VHS noise, vinyl crackle, and tape speed fluctuations, along with low-resolution sampler sounds. Users can blend these textural effects with built-in distortion and reverb to create characterful, degraded audio.

Elektron Analog Heat +FX: Versatile Analog Processing

The Elektron Analog Heat +FX is a versatile analog effects unit for stereo signal processing. It features eight analog distortion circuits, a seven-type multimode filter, and a two-band EQ. Beyond its analog core, it integrates digital effects like reverb and delay. Crucially, it functions as a DAW audio interface via Overbridge software, simplifying integration into production workflows.

Pro Tools 2025.10: Immersive Audio & Workflow Boost

Avid's Pro Tools 2025.10 update significantly enhances immersive audio capabilities by integrating Sony's 360 Reality Audio. This release also streamlines workflows for music creators and postproduction professionals through SoundFlow automation. In-app tutorials are included to guide users through the new features, aiming for greater efficiency and creative possibilities.

Eventide Temperance Pro: Modal Reverb Innovation

Eventide Audio has released Temperance Pro, an advanced musical reverb effect plugin. Distinguishing itself with a modal approach, it offers enhanced control and unique character beyond traditional reverb algorithms. This full-featured version follows the earlier introduction of Temperance Lite, providing studio-ready ambiance.

Spitfire Audio: Mervyn Warren Choir Unleashed

Spitfire Audio has launched the Mervyn Warren Choir, a new virtual instrument developed with five-time Grammy Award-winning producer Mervyn Warren. This library aims to capture the distinctive expressive power and unique timbre of the Black choir sound. Designed for versatility, it extends beyond traditional gospel music for broad application across genres.

DEALS

• Get the Vintage 4-Band Radio Bundle by Alden Nulden Productions for just $19, an 81% discount available for one week.

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• Acquire the versatile Waldorf Blofeld Synthesizer at a 47% discount, offering extensive sound design capabilities for music producers.

• Celebrate Sound On Sound's 40th birthday with a 30% discount on new Pro subscriptions, including a free seven-day trial.

• Plugin Boutique offers Zynaptiq's Punch, an intelligent dynamics processor, at a 40% discount for $89 USD.

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DEMOS, REVIEWS & TUTORIALS

• Moog Music released the 3rd "Synthesizing with Moog" episode, exploring oscillators as the primary sound source. This installment delves into tuning, combining, and understanding harmonics to create distinct tones, offering essential insights for synthesis enthusiasts.

• Musicians seeking to amplify their reach can explore effective strategies in a new guide detailing content marketing tips. This resource offers practical advice for artists aiming to build their brand and connect with a broader audience through digital content.

• Discover five essential music production lessons inspired by Ben Böhmer in a new YouTube video. This collaboration with Production Music Live, featuring Leo Lauretti, breaks down key techniques for aspiring producers.

• Unleash iconic vocal effects as a tutorial demonstrates creating vocoder and talkbox sounds using the Waves OVox plugin. Learn to emulate the distinctive styles of artists such as Daft Punk and Kanye West, mastering these signature vocal processing techniques.

• Embark on a comprehensive synthesis journey with Roland Cloud's guide to six legendary instruments, including the JUNO-60. This tutorial demystifies core components like oscillators, filters, and amplifiers, providing practical examples for crafting diverse sounds with these iconic virtual synths.

• Music producers must navigate a landscape fraught with financial pitfalls; a new guide exposes the biggest scams and money pits to avoid. Learn to identify deceptive contracts, ineffective promotional schemes, and wasteful investments to safeguard your career.

• The Polyend Tracker revives the classic tracker sequencing workflow, reminiscent of the Commodore C-64 and Amiga 500, within a modern, all-in-one audio workstation. This portable device integrates a powerful sampler, a versatile synthesizer, and even an FM radio, all controlled by an intuitive step sequencer displayed on a large screen. It supports extensive sound design and live performance capabilities, offering 8 tracks and numerous effects for dynamic music creation.

FREE

99Sounds has launched Cinematic Sounds, a new free library featuring cinematic sound effects and loops. This collection is curated from Flame Sound's professional sound design libraries and includes braams, booms, impacts, whooshes, textures, and rhythmic loops.

Splice has released a new set of free presets for its recently launched Splice INSTRUMENT. This month's drop includes two vintage synth presets for the Star Coda synth, a collaboration with composer Jetdark, which were created using analog synths.

Analog Obsession, known for its high-quality free plugins, has released MidBoss, a new saturator plugin focused on mid-frequencies. The plugin is available for both macOS and Windows users.