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Native Instruments Releases KOMPLETE SELECT

Although we already reported on this a couple of days back, here's the official info on NI's new Komplete Select, also available for existing Komplete Kontrol & maschine users!

Re-Creating Vintage Instruments: What Makes Modeling Better than Sampled?

If you're looking to re-create an acoustic instrument or vintage synth/drum machine in software, sample-based instruments will only take you so far. Joe Albano explores modelling instruments in depth.

Glitchmachines Unleash SUBVERT distortion Processor

Wouldn't it be great if Glitchgmachines made a 3-channel distortion processor plug-in based on five effects, designed to "decimate" the frequency spectrum for a nasty, aggressive feel. Oh, they do!

5 Excellent Plug-Ins for Audio Glitch & Stutter Effects

One way to add some interest and movement to your loops or electronic tracks is to use glitch, gate or stutter effects. Here are 5 awesome plug-ins Darren Burgos recommends for said purpose.

Audified Releases U73b, Vintage German Broadcast Compressor / Limiter Emulation Plug-In

Audified have made it possible to get an authentic emulation of the 60s vintage German broadcast compressor and limiter hardware, U73b, in software plug-in form.

Grab iZotope Alloy 2 for Half Price!

In an interview with AskAudioMag, drum and bass pioneer Roni Size called iZotope's Alloy 2 his secret weapon for mixing. Now you can get this mixing plug-in powerhouse for just $99 (normally $199!)

3 Universal Audio Channel Strips to Love and Cherish (When Mixing)

When it comes to mixing, rather than choosing one plug-in at a time, why not go for a channel strip which includes multiple plug-ins! Matt Vanacoro shares his 3 favorite UAD channel strips to date.

Universal Audio Releases Neve 88RS & Marshall Plexi Super Lead with UAD 8.1

New software for UAD-2 DSP Accelerators and Apollo interfaces offers most powerful Neve channel strip emulation to date, as well as first genuine Marshall Plexi emulation plug-in in history.

Review: Waves Butch Vig Vocals

One of the most influential producers ever, Butch Vig, has teamed up with Waves Audio to create one of the most interesting plug-ins designed to bring his signature vocal sounds to your mixes.

Review: SONiVOX Tony Coleman Drums

If you're looking for an easy to use, high-quality sampled drum instrument, then SONiVOX's new Tony Coleman Drums begs for you attention. Matt Vanacoro puts it to the test to see if it's a hit.

Propellerhead Updates Rack Extension Plug-In Platform SDK 2.2, New Ways to Interact

Developers rejoice! Propellerhead's latest SDK 2.2 for Rack Extension development brings new ways to design and implement modern and simple GUI improvements and "expand ways we engage with REs".

Blue Cat Audio Releases MB-7 Mixer 2.5

Blue Cat Audio MB-7 Mixer owners: version 2.5 is out with a plethora of new features, like external side chain input and it's a free update. For new users, it's a good time to join the party.

XILS-lab Launches Low-Cost Luscious Soft Synth 80s Polysynth Emulation

Jean-Michel Jarre said: 'I've just got miniSyn'X and am so excited, because the Synthex is a fantastic rarity. Thanks to XILS-lab for giving everyone the opportunity to play with it.' Enough said.

Review: Siren Audio Feedback 2

Do you want to use audio delays more like an instrument than an effect? The Siren Audio's Feedback 2 is a piece of music software you'll want to spend some time with. G. W. Childs investigates.

Soundtoys Pitch-Shifting Fun AlterBoy Plug-In is Free

Free for a limited time, Soundtoys have introduced Little Alterboy, a cool plug-in for pitch & formant shifting. Think pitched robot voices with a classic tube saturation model for extra warmth.