Plug-ins

SampleScience have launched Taiko Drums, a free virtual instrument that uses synthesis to offer the sound of traditional Japanese taikos.

Tracktion have announced the release of Kult, a new software synthesizer that utilises FM and AM synthesis and provides visual feedback using a 2D graphical display.

Universal Audio have extended their offer on UAD Spark subscriptions, with new users able to purchase three months of the service for 99¢.

Klevgrand's latest software synthesizer generates sounds by processing large volumes of waves extracted from audio files. 

The Drum Machine Collection from Roland offers authentic software recreations of five of the company's most revered hardware rhythm machines. 

Arturia have announced the release of Pigments 4. This latest version of their multi-engine software synthesizer includes a range of new effects and modulation capabilities, as well as improvments to existing modules.

Alpha Forever Modular have announced an update to their Windows-based software instrument, introducing a range of new modules along with a selection of GUI and workflow improvements.

Spitfire Audio's latest sample library contains a range of eccentric vocal performances captured by experimental musician, composer, and performer, Lea Bertucci.

V Collection 9.1 introduces a range of new features and improvements, including new sound design tutorials and enhanced MIDI controller integration. 

Cherry Audio have released a reproduction of the legendary CS-80 synthesizer that also includes the dual-layer functionality, additional waveforms, and unique filters of the Yamaha GX-1.

Sub51 have announced the release of Drop Pad Rhythm Edition, introducing a new content library and feature set which focus on the manipulation of rhythmic loops. 

Rigid Audio have launched their latest software instrument, Hibernate, which offers 128 multi-sampled “ethereal soundscapes” ideally suited to ambient music creators. 

The latest version of Pianoteq includes a refined GUI, a range of updates to existing instruments, and introduces a new classical guitar model. 

Hit’n’Mix have announced the release of RipX DeepCreate, a new software module based on their Rip Audio format which has been designed to help users create new music from scratch.

Universal Audio release their UAD Software v10.2, which introduces new Hitsville Reverb Chambers, PolyMAX Synth, and C-Axe Guitar Noise Suppressor plug-ins.

The latest Plug-In Collective offer gives Focusrite users the chance to grab a free copy of Native Instruments’ Massive and iZotope's Ozone Elements.

Universal Audio have announced that their UAD Spark subscription service is now available to Windows users. 

Includes six sampled kits and over 400 classic drum machine sounds from award-winning producer, mixer and engineer Hugh Padgham.