Universal Audio LUNA 1.9 Update adds AI-Assisted Features
The freemium DAW for macOS and Windows is getting better!
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Universal Audio LUNA 1.9 Update adds Creative AI Features · Source: Universal Audio
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[15 July, 2025] In the latest Universal Audio LUNA 1.9 Update, you get AI-powered features like Voice Control, Instrument Detection, and Smart Tempo tools.
All about Universal Audio LUNA:
Universal Audio LUNA is a freemium DAW platform that encourages you to use classic recording workflows, with console and tape emulation, and a platform for the wide world of UAD plugins. Now in version 1.9, the free update adds features designed to help the LUNA become a more powerful and intuitive creative tool, rather than just a tape machine.
Universal Audio LUNA 1.9 Update
With Voice Control, you can now use voice commands to hit record, so you can punch in at a specific part of your song without moving from your performance position. Having a DAW that operates like Siri or Alexa could open up a range of possibilities in the future, too, especially if you consider how it could be harnessed to perform creative tasks.
Another intuitive feature called Instrument Detection takes a reading of an input signal on any channel and identifies the type of instrument you’re about to record. What’s more, it names and colour-codes the track automatically, so you can spend less time on administrative tasks and more time recording.
In addition, LUNA 1.9 has added a range of Smart Tempo tools, including Tempo Listen, which matches the project tempo and metronome to the audio being analyzed, while Tempo Detection gives you a reading of any audio you drop onto your timeline.
Meanwhile, with Tempo Extraction, you can build a detailed tempo map from recorded tracks or stems that takes into account any variations in meter. This way, you can always stay true to the original feel of your songs.
We believe that the best audio tools can ‘disappear,’ and feel like they are simply a part of the creative process. We think the new AI-powered tools in LUNA 1.9 start to make it feel like a behind-the-scenes music recording partner, not just a DAW. Ultimately, we always look forward to hearing what our users think.
Bill Putnam Jr., UA CEO
[17 January, 2025]
Universal Audio LUNA 1.8 Update includes a Range of Improvements and Fixes
The Universal Audio LUNA 1.8 Update brings in new track-bouncing features, as well as track presets, browser tabs, and more fixes.
Universal Audio LUNA 1.8 Update
Now in LUNA 1.8, you can bounce tracks and buses by selecting the option in the Track menu or you can simply right-click the desired track name or selection range on the timeline.
Any bounced tracks are removed from the tracks list by default, but you can reactivate them with the “Restore Bounce Source” command. In addition, any track can be saved as a preset that you can recall at any time with the “Assign Preset” command.
The browser tabs feature makes it easy to navigate and assign presets and plugins to any track with convenient drag-and-drop functionality. Meanwhile, a Browser Toggle Button has been added for easy access, and there are fixes to issues previously experienced with the “Find Tracks” command, UAD-2 plugin preset lists, and the problems exporting or freezing tracks.
[05 September 2024]
LUNA by UA: Freemium DAW now supports multi-out plug-ins!
The latest update to LUNA finally adds support for multi-output plug-ins! This powerful feature allows you to route individual signals from virtual instruments such as EZ Drummer to different mixer channels. The Pro version is currently on sale!
Freemium DAW with more routing options
This gives you complete control over your mix and helps you realise your creative ideas. This improvement is based on feedback from the LUNA community and is designed to optimise your workflow. If you have any further ideas and suggestions for improving the freemium DAW, please contact the community, which has now grown to a considerable number of users.
Universal Audio LUNA is now available for Windows!
[22 May 2024] Universal Audio LUNA is now available for Windows users! You can participate in the open beta phase by downloading the software now.
As one of the newest DAW systems on the market, Universal Audio moves to increase its user base and establish LUNA as the choice for home recording enthusiasts.
36 % off Universal Audio LUNA Pro
The idea behind LUNA is to put the power of an analogue recording console in your hands without the need for a sound engineering qualification.
With the newly available free version of the DAW, you also get the Oxide Tape Extension, a simple one-knob tape emulator with saturation control that you can implement across all your channels.
- More about the Oxide Tape Extension
In addition, the Shape Toolkit Instrument provides a wealth of creative potential in a single software instrument. Shape allows you to layer and create sounds from top sample libraries like Spitfire Audio, OrangeTree Samples, Soniccouture, and Handheld Sound.
- More about Shape
As a free download, LUNA includes a 30-day trial version of a Pro version, complete with the Ampex ATR-102 Master Tape Machine & LUNA Extension, the API 2500 Bus Compressor & LUNA Extension, the API Preamp, the API Summing LUNA Extension, the API Vision Channel Strip & LUNA Extension, and the UAD Native Essential plugin collection.
What’s more, you get a 30-day trial of the Neve Summing plug-in, a classic 80 series console emulation with Neve’s famous 1272 line amplifiers to add warmth to your mixes.
Pricing and availability
LUNA is now available for download directly from Universal Audio. Meanwhile, you can purchase the Pro Native Bundle here from Thomann.*
More about Universal Audio’s Freemium DAW:
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9 responses to “Universal Audio LUNA 1.9 Update adds AI-Assisted Features”
Cool
Thanks for sharing this hot topic
Cheers!!!!!
Where is the link to download
The link is in the ‘Pricing and Availability’ section 🙂
Okay i need it
prepare for getting brainwashed into their insidious ecosystem.
You mean like ProTools, or Logic or Cubase/Nuendo?! 😂
Luna doesn’t FORCE you to buy their excellent plugins…
solid
atleast it’s not total gimmick I guess …
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