Computer / Software

UJAM have just introduced the latest addition to their Hans Zimmer’s Symphonic Elements series, bringing together a collection of energetic percussion samples from the Oscar-winning composer’s sample library.

Audiomovers have just announced the release of a significant update that brings a whole host of new features to their audio-streaming application and plug-in suite. 

Bristol-based sound-design experts Slate + Ash have just launched a new sample library that brings together a selection of artists and producers known for their experimental guitar techniques.

Analog Empire: Brass & Winds includes over 30 multi-sampled synth sounds, and features a dual-layer design that allows users to seamlessly blend between different sample sets in search of new and interesting sounds.

Open Planet Software have announced the launch of the latest version of their Mac-based plug-in host, along with the welcome news that the application can now be used on an iPad. 

Meltone aims to combine the sought-after sound of classic analogue instruments with the expressive possibilities offered by MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression. 

As its name suggests, WirePluck concentrates on creating plucked instrument sounds, but aims to tread new ground rather than attempting to recreate real acoustic instruments.

Sifu Audio have announced the release of a new standalone application that’s been designed to provide users with a see and hear how their mix stacks up against their favourite reference tracks. 

The latest version of Flock Audio’s control software has arrived, bringing a whole host of helpful new features to users of their remote patchbay systems. 

Arturia have just launched their Software Season sale, with some generous discounts being applied across their range of software instruments and effects for the next three weeks. 

Said to be the most powerful and composer-focused version to date, the latest iteration of The Orchestra Complete delivers everything that users loved about previous versions while introducing more in-depth tweaking and smarter built-in tools. 

Currently available as a public beta, Sound Particles 3 introduces a range of new capabilities, including the ability to export projects as ADM files.

The Crow Hill Company have announced that their series of free sample libraries and virtual instruments has returned to their website. 

The result of years of research and development and inspired by the company’s love of FM synthesis, the latest addition to the Fors range promises to deliver just the right balance of flexibility and simplicity. 

Sonora Cinematic's latest Soundbox instrument is one of the few orchestral collections currently available for the MPE-capable platform.

The latest addition to Native Instruments' extensive collection of software instruments has arrived, offering a fun and easy-to-use drum machine that’s been designed using a collection of modular and valve gear.