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We take a look at the versatile new Empirical Labs PUMP compressor module for the 500-series format with saturation and transient shaping.
We look at the history of the legendary 1176 Limiting Amplifier, one of the most widely used compressors used in the recording industry.
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The SSL B-Series Dynamics Module is a tasty new console-style 500-series processor, modeled on the famous 4000 B-Series channel strips.
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Endophin.es announces the Golden Master Pedal and Ghost Pedal in a first foray into floor-based and desktop effects and signal processing.
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This week Nano has a groovy EQ and compressor, Erica Synths has a compressor you can build yourself, and Befaco is getting into 1U modular.
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The Wes Audio ng76 is a modern recreation of the classic 1176 FET limiting amplifier with digital recall and other useful features.
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GrapHack is as unique as it is awesome: a graphic EQ with per-band saturation! We've also got three freebies from a new developer and more.
Grab a great deal on the UAD Native plugins from Universal Audio! You can also save on plugins by Flux, Cherry Audio, Softube, and more!
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Azimuth is a free virtual analog and wavetable synth, Flash is a transient shaper, and Clean Machine controls dynamics: Free plugins of the week!
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With the new Softube Bus Processor, you have all the power and flexibility to process your mix bus or individual tracks within your DAW.
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Running out of inputs on your interface? We're checking out the best compact analogue mixers for expanding your music production setup.
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We take a look at different ways and means of incorporating analogue hardware into your DAW workflow throughout the recording process.
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MIKKO2 FREE gives you a preview of a high-end guitar cab simulator! Other freebies this week: a British studio bundle and a unique distortion effect.
Until March 31, you can save up to 75% on selected software bundles and plug-ins with the Softube Spring Sale including Softube Volume 5!
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We check out the new Auto-Tune Vocal Compressor plug-in from Antares, designed to be your go-to tool for vocal dynamics processing.
With the Volt UAD plugins promo, you can get $448 worth of free UAD plug-ins when you purchase any Volt interface or studio bundle.
Have you ever wondered about the best guitar pedal order for your pedalboard? Read our guide to find out how to get the most out of your effects!
Plugins from Arturia, Zynaptiq and Synchro Arts are on sale! Pigments, Pitchmap and RePitch are popular VSTs right now, we've got deals for them!
We check out the Black Lion Audio Bluey 500: A recreation of Chris Lord-Alge's modified 1176LN is now available for the 500-series format.
With the Tegeler Vari Tube Compressor Update, the VTC now has a selectable tube overdrive circuit and matched capacitors and transistors.
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Scratchpad is a lo-fi synth that delivers tasteful keys, pads, and basses! This week's collection of free plugins also features two compressors.
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We check out the new Frap Audio Dynamics 2806, an incredibly versatile mono VCA compressor/expander module for the 500-series format.
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His raw and immersive production style continues to influence modern music culture today. We find out how to sound like Timbaland.
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There has been some exciting new recording gear released over the course of this year. Let's check out the best studio gear of 2022!