Posts by Lyubomir Dobrev

New KUSH plug-in: BLYSS mastering equalizer with saturation and compression

BLYSS is a full-fledged mastering processor that's as much of an EQ as it's a "soundgoodizer" to make things sound expensive. Let's check it out!

Leak: AKAI Pro MPC Key 61 sampling workstation found in 2.10 update

A new render of the 61-key sampling keyboard AKAI is building as a key-driven variant of its MPCs, has been discovered. Here's what we know so far.

BandLab 10.0: Free online DAW gets a sampler and mastering update

Among other goodies, the free BandLab 10 online DAW brings a sampler, improved mastering service and export to TikTok. Worth checking out. we think.

Ocean Way Audio Pro3: high-end studio monitor at saner price

The high-end brand offers a piece of that Ocean Way Studio magic for your own control room - for USD 2994 / pair.

AKAI MPC 2.10: massive update adds 14 plugins and pitch correction to desktop and hardware

AKAI justed added a ton of instruments and effects to its modern MPC grooveboxes without asking for a dime. You guys are spoiled!

Tritik Flaw: instant LoFi effect makes happy accidents happen to audio

Tritik takes a fresh spin on familiar effects with Flaw, conjuring lo-fi sounds that don't completely obliterate audio.

Gullfoss Master: new intelligent EQ plug-in designed for mastering work

Sound Theory launches Gulfoss Master for mastering work and puts all three EQs on sale at a generous 30% off until the end of July.

Bitwig Studio 4: huge update brings audio comping, operators, M1 support and more

The DAW reaches version 4 with a huge update whose highlights include comping for audio clips and Apple Silicon support.

Acustica Audio Ivory5: dual-band limiter added to mastering plug-in suite

Numbering at 2 equalizers, 2 compressors, and 2 dynamic equalizers, the mastering suite gets a dual-band analog limiter for that finishing touch.

Ableton Live 11 Lite is out as a free upgrade from any previous Live Lite version

Ableton's Live Lite version 11 adds new and updated devices, more sounds, and a higher scene count. Not bad for a free upgrade!

Beatskillz SampleX V3: vintage sampler plug-in with dynamic convolution

SampleX V3 adds new low pass and high pass filters, stereo width enhancements, and a an upgraded audio engine among other things.

AIAIAI TMA-2 Studio XE: silly brand name, robust headphones

The new XE is a more affordable version of the cozy TMA-2 Studio Headphones, and the latter are back on sale after briefly missing in action.

UJAM Summer Madness Sale – Up to 70% off until July 18, 2021

UJAM instruments are nice to look at, simple to use, and they sound good. The Pharell Williams & Hans Zimmer-led brand is slashing prices for awhile.

KeyStep 37 & KeyStep Pro in Black: Arturia steals the Darth Vader look again

Arturia has its KeyStep 37 and KeyStep Pro controllers join the KeyStep, BeatStep, and BeatStep Pro - in Black.

Momo Müller presents control software for the Novation Circuit and Circuit Tracks

The control software is unofficial, but it works a treat and is sold cheaply which makes it a no-brainer upgrade for your Novation groovebox.

MOTU Digital Performer 11: major DAW update focused on new features

Digital Performer 11 is a major upgrade mainly focused on new features - although MOTU promises the software looks and feels as familiar as ever.