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New Noise Engineering modules, new platform: multiband dynamics, drum kit

One of the most creative modular and software makers at the moment, Noise Engineering has two very desirable-looking modules hitting...

Arturia FX Collection 3: now with tube and op-amp distortion and more enhancements

It started as small collections of effects "you'd actually use," and Arturia's full FX Collection suite has grown well into...

Soundwide = NI + iZotope + Brainworx + Plugin Alliance – what to know, what to grab for free

Music merger and acquisition season continues. The latest development is the addition of Brainworx and Plugin Alliance to the conglomeration...

Noise Engineering’s plug-ins are a dirty habit, start for free, and they keep coming

They started as terrific modules – now they’re available in plug-in form. Noise Engineering is on a roll. The free...

Go check out people making music and visuals by connecting synths to plants

Peope are finding new, organic inputs for synthesizers - the patterns of leaves, humidity and climate, and even electricity pulsing...

Rift 2.0 arrives – here’s what to love about this deep distortion and multi-effects plug-in

It's all about positive and negative distortion. Today Minimal's Rift 2.0 hits, with refreshed features, an updated look, and must-have...