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The remarkably named Arbhar and Lubadh from Instruo are now available for preorder offering some really interesting pathways into modular-based sampling and granular manipulation.
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Steinberg has released an update to the rather wonderful Padshop virtual instrument and bringing samples together in a microcosmos of grains and spectra to discover completely new sounds.
The Drum Anthology Library covers all the kits you've ever wanted. Taken from more than 40 vintage drum machines from the 1960s through all the favourites and everything in between.
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UVI has created a very cool soundbank for their UVI Workstation platform in the form of PX P10 "Analog Prophecy" inspired by the chunky and very rare dual keyboard Sequential Prophet 10.
Drum Gate aims to dispense with the inconsistencies and difficulties of traditional drum gating by means of intelligent detection and optimisation, and combines several tools in one.
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Open Labs has taken Stagelight as far as they can go and Roland has picked up this versatile touch-orientated DAW and will move it forward as Zenbeats. Free move for existing users plus classic Roland kits
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The Elektron Model Sampler gets all its tracks laid bare, hidden parameters revealed and XY pads added in this comprehensive editor plug-in that will run inside your DAW.
A brushed kit is something of a rarity in sample packs and drum instruments. Sampleson is looking to redress the balance while reproducing some of the technique that's unique to drumming with brushes.
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An "entirely new bass engine" built in the familiar Kontakt Player with 11GBs of sampled synths, brass, strings and basses from all sorts of places in 4 layers with effects and masses of modulation.
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BeatBox by Rhythmo is a DIY drum machine in a cardboard box. It's a lovely creation that's definitely worth checking out, as BeatBox seems to be capable of producing some awesome - well - beats.
This week, we have two awesome free sound libraries for you, as well as an unconventional sample recorder / editor. Check out Hand Bells, Vos Contemporary, and SP22.
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Patrick from Behringer drops a huge hint that Behringer is working on a LinnDrum clone while talking about Michael Jackson's Thriller which, we all know, actually uses the LM-1.
The Helium Quad Evolving Synthesizer Rack Extension fuses synthesized waveforms with real instrument waveforms to crossbreed hybrid alien/human sounds controlled by a very dark interface.
It's time for this week's selection of the finest free plug-ins! Check out Time Tracker, GT Analyser, and some great free Ambient Electronic Drum Machine Sounds.
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ORBIS is the latest instrument from sampling supremos Spitfire delving into the extraordinary archive recordings of global sonic explorer David Fanshawe.
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Inspired by the synthesizers of the 70s and 80s Synthelium brings together a solid collection of sounds in an easy to use and deeply blue interface.
