Posts by Lasse Eilers
Steinberg Dorico 4 notation software: more features, less dongles
12 Jan 2022 in Studio
Steinberg has released Dorico 4. The notation software gets a long list of new features, including Apple Silicon support and a new, dongle-free licensing system.
PreSonus launches Studio One 5.5 with new mastering tools and more
11 Jan 2022 in Studio
PreSonus has released Studio One 5.5 as a free update for all users of Studio One 5. The update includes many user requested mastering features and other improvements.
AKAI MPK mini Play mk3: Tiny USB keyboard controller with sounds and a speaker
11 Jan 2022 in Studio
AKAI has announced the upgraded MPK mini Play mk3. The tiny USB keyboard controller features 25 mini keys, 8 pads and 128 internal sounds for sessions on the go.
Minimal Audio launches new FREE plug-in Rift Feedback Lite
10 Jan 2022 in Studio
Minimal Audio has pulled the feedback engine from the Rift distortion plug-in and released it for FREE as Rift Feedback Lite. Get it while it's free!
Best free plug-ins this week: Valvola, Dystortion and OrangeFlavor
09 Jan 2022 in Studio
We're kicking off 2022 with a trio of free distortion effects! This week's collection of the best free plug-ins features Valvola, Dystortion and OrangeFlavor.
Best free plug-ins of the year: Top 10 free effects and synths of 2021
Got some spare time over New Year's? How about some free plug-ins? Join us as we take a look back at the best free synths and effects of 2021!Acustica releases the Nickel FET suite – plus FREE Eminence channel strip!
21 Dec 2021 in Studio
Two exciting releases from Acustica Audio today! Nickel is a full plug-in suite designed around a famous FET compressor. And be sure to download the FREE Eminence channel strip.
Tape MELLO-FI: Get this vintage tape effect as a FREE gift from Arturia!
21 Dec 2021 in Studio
Arturia wants to make your holiday season extra warm and cozy with Tape MELLO-FI, a vintage tape emulation with plenty of retro vibes. Get it for FREE until December 31!
Best free plug-ins this week: Sound Object, Sensuous and DRUID Bass X2
19 Dec 2021 in Studio
Need an excuse to head to the studio during the holidays? Check out this week's collection of free plug-ins. We've got a three-dimensional panner, a cool monosynth and a multi-effects rack for bass.
First Look Review: Twisted Electrons Blast Beats
17 Dec 2021 in Synths
Twisted Electrons turned FM chips from 90s SoundBlaster audio cards into the Blast Beats groove box. We put a prototype through its paces.
Neumann introduces Miniature Clip Mic System for close-miking instruments
15 Dec 2021 in Studio
Neumann has announced the Miniature Clip Mic System for close-miking instruments. The system consists of the KK14 capsule and various mounting solutions.
Deal: The Overloud Gem Mod plug-in is available for free again!
14 Dec 2021 in Studio
If you didn't grab the Overloud Gem Mod plug-in for free when it came out in September, you're getting another chance! Get it for free until December 20, 2021!
Best free plug-ins this week: Breadslicer, Overdose and DRUID X2
12 Dec 2021 in Studio
This week’s collection of free plug-ins is a little bit of everything: a random slicing effect, a 2-oscillator synth and a multi-effect for guitar.
SSL Big SiX: 12-channel analog dream desk for hybrid studios
08 Dec 2021 in Studio
The rumors were true: The new SSL Big Six is a souped-up version of the SiX with 12 input channels and a 16-channel audio interface. Sounds like a dream come true for hybrid workflows.
Zoom R20: 16-track portable multi-track recorder with touchscreen
07 Dec 2021 in Studio
Zoom has announced the R20 multi-track recorder. The R20 features 16 tracks, eight inputs with preamps and a touchscreen for DAW-style editing.
Best free plug-ins this week: TesslaSE MkII, Dirty Spring and NANDroid
05 Dec 2021 in Studio
This week, we’re celebrating the return of a freeware classic. We’ve also got a spring reverb and an experimental synth. Here’s TesslaSE MkII, Dirty Spring and NANDroid.
Austrian Audio Hi-X60: A closed-back version of the Hi-X65 headphones
Austrian Audio has announced the Hi-X60 headphones. As a closed-back variant of the Hi-X65, the Hi-X60 is designed for a wide range of recording and even FOH applications.Sennheiser introduces the HD 400 PRO studio reference headphones
02 Dec 2021 in Studio
Sennheiser has launched the new HD 400 PRO studio reference headphones with a wide and linear frequency response for editing and mixing.
Deal: Save on Universal Audio Apollo interfaces and get up to $1793 of plug-ins for free
Universal Audio is offering awesome deals on the Apollo x6, x8 and x8p audio interfaces, and they're throwing in a huge plug-in bundle for free!Best free plug-ins this week: Magic Dice, Mad Filter and 2RuleSynth
28 Nov 2021 in Studio
This week’s collection of the best free plug-ins is all about randomization fun. Ready to try your luck with Magic Dice, Mad Filter and 2RuleSynth?
Get the Waves Lofi Space reverb plug-in for FREE – only today!
26 Nov 2021 in Studio
Waves has released Lofi Space as its annual free plug-in for Black Friday 2021. Lofi Space serves up analog echoes and reverbs. Get it for FREE – TODAY ONLY!
Acustica Audio HWMC brings Howie Weinberg’s mastering chain to your studio
26 Nov 2021 in Studio
Acustica Audio has teamed up with Studio DMI and Howie Weinberg to bring the legendary engineer's mastering chain to your studio via the HWMC plug-in.
Beyerdynamic Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Save up to 50% and get free earbuds!
25 Nov 2021 in Deals
Beyerdynamic is celebrating Black Friday and Cyber Monday! Save up to 50% on headphones, headsets, in-ears and microphones and score a free pair of earbuds!