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The AI Voice Revolution: Vocal Modeling, 87 New Effects, and Expressive Pianos

This week, IK Multimedia unveils an AI-powered vocal modeling plugin that lets you create and clone custom singing voices, putting the power of voice synthesis directly in the hands of producers. Meanwhile, Nuro Audio drops a massive multi-effect unit with 87 creative algorithms, and Sonixinema captures the expressive, cinematic sound of the piano in a new Kontakt instrument. Dive into the full roundup for powerful new soundsets, deep Black Friday early access deals, and the best free VSTs to transform your workflow.

October 31, 2025

LATEST IN MUSIC SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

IK Multimedia Unveils AI Vocal Modeling Plugin

IK Multimedia has launched ReSing, an innovative AI-powered vocal modeling plugin. It allows users to create custom vocal instruments, offering a library of pre-set voices in English and Spanish, alongside the capability to train AI models using personal recordings or imported RVC models for extensive creative control.

Nuro Audio Releases Blockchain Ultra Multi-FX Plugin

Nuro Audio introduces Blockchain Ultra, a new multi-effect audio plugin featuring 87 distinct creative effects. This comprehensive tool aims to streamline workflow for producers and sound designers by consolidating advanced Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms into a single interface.

Rewind Samples Unveils Exert Drum & Bass Soundset

Rewind Samples has released 'Exert', a new soundset for Xfer Records' Serum 2 synthesizer. This collection features 50 bass presets specifically designed to deliver powerful low-end for Drum & Bass productions, leveraging Serum 2's updated engine and enhanced modulation.

Sonixinema Launches Piano Evolutions for Kontakt

Sonixinema introduces Piano Evolutions, a new Kontakt instrument offering modern, expressive piano sounds. It features evolving textures, rhythmic motion, and atmospheric layers, performed by Benjamin Powell and recorded at 80 Hertz in Manchester, providing a diverse range of piano tones.

Meldaproduction Releases Rewind for MSoundFactory

Meldaproduction has launched Rewind, a new addon for its MSoundFactory platform. This tool is designed for producers, sound designers, and film composers to create various reverse sound effects, from nostalgic pads and chimes to ominous textures, enhancing creative sound manipulation.

DEALS

  • Audio Plugin Deals offers 7 horror-themed bundles for composers, with savings up to $1,755.22 and an extra 20% off using code HALLOWEEN20.

  • NUGEN Audio offers a 30% discount on all Halo plug-ins for Halloween, with the promotion ending November 3rd.

  • Universal Audio's Rocktober plugin sale ends today at midnight PT, featuring deals from $29 on UAD plugins for '90s and 2000s sounds.

  • Plugin Boutique launches Early Black Friday deals, with 30-65% off award-winning titles like Cherry Audio's P-10 and Mercury-4, ending November 3rd.

  • Today marks the final opportunity for 40% off the 'Synth Gems 1' hardcover book on over 60 synthesizers, using code CHERRYAUDIO.

  • Denise Audio's Bass XXL plugin is available for $29 USD (57% off) in Plugin Boutique's Black Friday Early Access, designed to enhance low-end frequencies.

DEMOS, REVIEWS & TUTORIALS

  • Discover the top free VST plugins for music production in 2025 with this curated guide. Equip yourself with high-quality, cost-effective tools to enhance your creative workflow and elevate your sound.

  • Imaginando unveils a new tutorial, guiding users through the powerful Text material feature in Visual Synthesizer 2, enabling dynamic, real-time MIDI and audio-reactive visual creation.

  • Master transient shaping with the Smack Attack Transient Shaper tutorial. Learn to enhance drums, samples, and percussive elements across various instruments, achieving punchier, more defined sounds for your tracks.

  • Lunacy's October newsletter spotlights diverse YouTube content, featuring @Pharaoh's creative 'experiment' tutorial, @xj1mmyx's guide on 'woesum type beats,' and @DixonBeats' insights into free VST plugins.

  • Discover the pioneering 1939 Hammond Novachord, widely recognized as the world's first commercially available polyphonic synthesizer, explored in depth by composer and synth historian Marc Doty.

  • Aftermath producer Focus, known for collaborations with Kendrick Lamar, offers essential drum sampling tips. He showcases how the Torque drum tone shifter and other Waves plugins sculpt impactful drum sounds.

  • Waves delivers an in-depth comparison of its renowned CLA-2A and CLA-3A Compressors, detailing the distinct characteristics of their tube-based versus solid-state designs for optimal audio mixing.

  • Aspiring artists can refine their craft with three essential, artist-led tips for producing compelling pop music, offering practical guidance directly from industry professionals.

FREE

Lunacy's October newsletter presents a curated selection of YouTube content, offering valuable insights for music producers. Featured videos include @Pharaoh's creative 'experiment' and @xj1mmyx's guide on crafting a "woesum type beat." Additionally, @DixonBeats shares essential information on FREE VST Plugins.

E-instruments has released Slower Fragment, a free virtual instrument that emulates the unique sonic character of half-speed tape recordings. This compact tool offers six presets derived from piano, strings, wind instruments, and synths, providing warm, organic tones and atmospheric textures ideal for various musical projects.

Auburn Sounds, known for plugins like Graillon 3, has launched Selene, a new free algorithmic reverb plugin. Selene offers versatile reverb capabilities and is compatible across macOS, Windows, and Linux operating systems, expanding the developer's accessible audio toolset.