EZdrummer 3: Toontrack delivers an update from the ground-up

EZdrummer 3 is the long-awaited major update to the popular drum software from Toontrack. There are 7 new drum kits and lots more to explore!

Dreadbox Disorder fuzz pedal with a self-oscillating filter

The new Dreadbox Disorder stompbox gives users an all analogue fuzz design with vintage transistors, plus patch points for control voltage.

Guitar Gear Gems: Keeley, Charvel, Nik Huber Bernie Marsden model

On this week's Guitar Gear Gems we have three amazing new signature releases for Larry ‘Ler’ LaLonde, Jake E Lee, and Bernie Marsden.

Morphor AP-1: Karplus-Strong analogue string synthesis module

Morphor AP-1 is a fully analogue string synthesis Eurorack module based on the Karplus-Strong principle and it's vibrating on Kickstarter now.

Epiphone Jerry Cantrell Wino and Prophecy Les Paul Customs

The Epiphone Jerry Cantrell Wino Les Paul Custom brings you the look of the Alice In Chains' guitarist's main guitar and at a great price point.

SSL DeEss: Keep sibilance in check with relative-threshold de-essing

SSL DeEss is a new de-esser plug-in that uses a relative threshold algorithm to tackle sibilance independent from the input level.

Opto: Stunning West-coast style portable modular synthesizer from Rob Eris

Opto is a beautiful take on modular West-coast synthesis in a handy portable format featuring a dual oscillator & touchplate keyboard. But is it real?

Plugin Alliance intros LISA Dynamic Equalizer and new Forever 29 plan

Step up your mastering game with the new LISA dynamic EQ from Plugin Alliance and TOMO Audiolabs. And get one plug-in per month for next to nothing with the Forever 29 plan!

Pittsburgh Modular embraces the darkness with Scary Safari Series #4

Pittsburgh has three new limited edition "Scary Safari" modules in the disturbing shape of The Wolf, A Filter of Crows and Dynamics Controller Bat.

Dunlop Kirk Hammett KH95X Cry Baby Wah: Purple sparkle Metallica tones!

Dunlop's new Kirk Hammett KH95X Cry Baby Wah comes in a purple sparkle finish to match his signature ESP Ouija model, and is designed to wail.

Cherry Audio Minimode: Taking on a classic

Minimode is another painstakingly emulated virtual take on the classic Moog Minimoog and kicks off Cherry Audio's "Bob Moog Appreciation Month".

Softube Mastering May Sale: stock up on posh analog plug-ins

Softube Mastering May Sale is one of the biggest plug-in sales before summer. The developer has a large catalog and the discounts run heavy!

Eventide Instant Flanger Mk II & Instant Phaser Mk II each for EUR 39

Eventide Instant Flanger MKII & Instant Phaser MKII plug-ins are on sale, each for EUR 39 down from EUR 129. The sale ends May 11, 2022.

Cherry Audio May Sale: up to 75% all plug-ins, bundles, upgrades

All Cherry Audio plug-ins are on sale through our affiliate partner Plugin Boutique, with discounts reaching up to 75%.

Antares Harmony Engine on sale for EUR 100, down from EUR 256

Antarrees Harmony Engine is a vocal and instrument harmony generator from Antares, the maker of Auto-Tune. It's on sale at a massive discount.

Is Google working on a Spatial Audio equivalent?

Immersive audio formats are becoming more popular by the minute! This leak reveals we could soon see a 'Google' Spatial Audio competitor.

Antelope Audio launches Discrete 4 & 8 Pro Synergy Core interfaces

Antelope boosts its bargain pro-audio offerings with updated converters, Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, more DSP power and functionality.

PikoPiko Factory Profree-4: Open source Prophet-5 clone hits Kickstarter

The Profree-4 is a very cute looking open source Prophet-5 clone that you can now invest in on Kickstarter. But the price is extraordinary!

Erica Synths Black 3109: Vintage Roland style VCF/VCA

Erica Synths attempts to capture some of that classic Roland Jupiter and Juno sound with the AS3109 VCF chip in the Black 3109 VCF/VCA.

Neumann NDH 30: new open-back studio headphones

Neumann NDH 30 is an open-back reference-class model made for editing, mixing, and mastering inside studio and low-noise enviroments

Finding the best CPU for Music Production

Building a new studio PC or upgrading your current one? Here's a few things to keep in mind. Let's find the best CPU for music production!

EQD Special Cranker overdrive adds drive and retains your dynamics

The new EarthQuaker Devices Special Cranker offers plenty of overdriven dirt tones, yet retains the nuances of your playing and it is only $99!

Maximal 3 by Venomode: limiter, clipper, and loudness metering plug-in

Maximal 3 is the third version of developer Venomode's true-peak brickwall limiter, soft clipper, and loudness metering plug-in.

DivKid Stereo Strip: Stereo processing, EQ, panning, distortion and more

The Stereo Strip is based on a channel strip but with lots of modular goodness like modulation, distortion, CV controlled panning, muting and level.