physical modeling

Crush: Free glitchy physical modeling FM percussion goodness in Max for Live

Rainbow Circuit's Crush is a free instrument for Max for Live, combining FM and physical modeling into a unique, deliciously...

Imagine, Expressive E’s physical – synth hybrid, now has M1/M2 support and more sounds

It’s been a big year for Expressive E as their Osmose flagship hardware takes off. But they’ve got strong offerings...

Get an ultra-realistic modeled cymbal plug-in for free: CHAIR EXC!TE CYMBAL

Chair Audio quietly launched a new plug-in, and it's both free and wonderful. EXC!TE CYMBAL is, no exaggeration, realistic enough...

AAS Multiphonics CV-2 modular: subtle but important updates, and now it’s an effect, too

AAS has updated Multiphonics CV-1 to CV-2. There are new modules, some workflow improvements, new sound packs, and crucially -...

Endorphin.es Ghost review: a landmark reverb, distortion, dynamic, multi-FX module

The multi-effects module field is packed with choices. But Ghost stands out for its combination of dynamic, spatial, time, and...

Arturia V-Collection 9, feature by feature: a dreamy, futuristic update, new and old

Arturia's V-Collection 9 is more than just another "add some more instruments, update a few things" V-Collection refresh. This one...