Virtual Instrument

The latest addition to The Crow Hill Company’s growing sample library and virtual instrument line-up brings combines a vast collection of guitar samples with a whole host of built-in effects modules.

The latest DW Soundworks expansion equips users with the sound of the company’s Collector’s Series kit, a model renowned for its bright attack, rich midrange and balanced sustain.

GForce say that their recreation of Linn Instruments' iconic drum machine offers “a tribute to the machine that defined an era and a gateway to the rhythms of tomorrow.”

Cherry Audio's new plug-in makes the filter section from their award-winning Polivoks recreation available as a standalone plug-in.

Acustica's recently released Jupiter-8-inspired soft synth is now available in a third, free-to-download version.

Arturia’s Augmented series offers a blend of synthesis and sampling, combining a range of acoustic...

MiniFreak gains seven new granular synthesis engines along with a new sample-based engine that allows users to play, loop and reverse meticulously crafted synth samples, field recordings and foley sessions.

Noon Instruments' latest sample-based instrument is described as “an exploration of object resonance and sonic materiality. 

The latest add-on for Melda Productions’ MSoundFactory software instrument platform has arrived, delivering a collection of 32 pad and string sounds.

The Very Loud Indeed Co. have announced the launch of their latest sound set for Spectrasonics’ hugely popular Omnisphere software synthesizer.

Tronic combines a pair of analogue-modelled oscillators with a 16-step sequencer, and comes packed with parameters that allow users to fine-tune the beats it generates. 

The latest expansion for DW Soundworks captures the sound of a popular DW kit range that’s said to be a great choice for genres such as punk, hardcore and metal. 

Acustica's most recent release marks their first step in a new direction, and sees them deliver their very first software synthesizer.

Native Instruments, iZotope and Plugin Alliance are all currently offering their biggest discounts of 2024 as part of their Black Friday Sales.

Until 10 December 2024, new users can obtain half-price licenses for the likes of V Collection X, Pigments, Analog Lab and FX Collection 5, with existing registered users eligible for even greater savings. 

Scapeshift is a Reaktor-based instrument that's capable of generating rhythms and melodies, but unlike many such projects, doesn’t employ any AI-based technology.

Following an extensive Early Access programme, Madrona Labs have announced that their latest software instrument is now available to all. 

Built using the same engine that powers NI's acclaimed Noire library, Claire promises to deliver a deeply immersive playing experience and an unparalleled sound.

EastWest are offering a substantial discount to those who sign up for a yearly ComposerCloud+ plan during their Black Friday Special Offer. 

The latest version of Current introduces an array of new features as well as some significant upgrades and improvements to its existing feature set. 

As its name suggests, TV3 Acid Synth offers a modern take on the TB-303, and combines the sound of Roland’s classic bass synth with an intuitive Pattern Generator feature.