This week's free plug-ins let you delve into the vintage glory of the Ensoniq SQ80, create smooth delays with SevenDelay and get experimental with the KLANG series from Cinematique Instruments.
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SKnote has released the MainEQ dynamic equalizer plug-in. With features like poly grouping of filters and inter-band / inter-track dynamic control, MainEQ looks quite powerful.
Switching to Thunderbolt 3, the new UAD-2 Satellite doesn't require a TB3 to Legacy TB adapter and cables for connection to Type-C ports, which brings convenience and removes a considerable expense.
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So V1 was already pretty good... Now Yamaha has added new goodies to the THR series. V2 covers the desktop 10-30W range and adds Bluetooth, lots of amp models, a mobile editor and other neat stuff.
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Looking for an all-in-one solution for live mixing and recording? The Tascam Model 16 is a 14-channel analogue mixer, 16-channel digital recorder and audio interface.
Tactical Nuke is a wavetable device capable of both analog and digital-sounding distortion. There are 512 wavetables included, along with the ability to import your own.
This week's collection of the best free plug-ins includes two virtual instruments for your drum tracks and a great little waveshaper / distortion. Say hello to KickOne VST, Multi Drummer and Drive!
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Steinberg has updated its Dorico notation software. The new Dorico 3 and Dorico Elements 3 come with many new features designed for more streamlined composition, arranging, and notation workflows.
United Plugins has introduced Front DAW. The input plug-in is meant to bring the sound of analogue mixing consoles to your DAW. And here's a treat: For a limited time, Front DAW is completely free!
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The Softube Chandler Limited Curve Bender EQ is now available in native format. That means that you no longer need UAD hardware to run this renowned mastering equalizer.
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Want to make beats on the plane without knocking over your neighbour's coffee? The Arturia Microlab USB keyboard controller fits on your tray table and comes with some cool road-worthy ideas.
This week, our list of the best free plug-ins starts off with a cool 3-oscillator synth. There's also been a new Spitfire LABS release (yay!). Check out Brutal 2, London Atmos and Rough Rider 2.
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Spitfire Audio has teamed up with the BBC Symphony Orchestra to create an orchestral sample library of epic proportions. 99 players, 418 techniques per instrument, 11 mic positions – it's madness.
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Antares has released Auto-Tune Artist. The plug-in is optimized for low-latency pitch correction and aimed at musicians who like to use Auto-Tune during tracking or live performances.
Applied Acoustics Systems has slashed the prices for some of its plug-ins by 50%. Six virtual instruments and effects and one bundle are currently on sale, so check out these hot deals.
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Arturia has released 3 Delay's You'll Actually Use. After 3 Preamps, 3 Filters, and 3 Compressors, you can now add three Arturia delays to your DAW, including two emulations of analog classics.
