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Bitwig Studio 6 — full GUI screenshot of the modular DAW from Bitwig GmbH
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Bitwig Studio 6 Review: Clip Aliases, Project Key Signature, and a Major Automation Overhaul

Bitwig Studio 6 brings clip aliases, automation clips, project-wide key signature, Spray Can, and layered editing to the modular DAW. Out April 2, 2026.

Marcus FeldApr 28, 20265 min read
Siberian Cat Audio Distortion Bass — free instrument library for Audiomodern Soundbox sampler
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Distortion Bass: Siberian Cat Audio's Free Soundbox Library Adds Grit to Your Productions

Siberian Cat Audio's free Distortion Bass library for Audiomodern Soundbox delivers gritty bass guitar samples processed through a Taurus distortion pedal.

Theo NakamuraApr 28, 20263 min read
GrainHeads 3.0 — sequenceable granular sampler/synthesizer for iOS and macOS
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GrainHeads 3.0: Andrei Nevar's iOS Granular Sampler Levels Up With Eight Playheads and a New UI

GrainHeads 3.0 brings a completely redesigned UI, eight playheads, Lo-Fi effects, and deeper sequencing to Andrei Nevar's free granular sampler for iOS and macOS.

Theo NakamuraApr 28, 20264 min read
Logic Pro 12 interface showing the new AI Session Players and mixing tools
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Apple Releases Logic Pro 12 for Mac and iPad with AI-Powered Session Players

Logic Pro 12 brings AI Session Players with Synth Player, Chord ID detection, expanded Sound Library, MIDI 2.0 support, new Step Sequencer modes, and hundreds of improvements.

Theo NakamuraJan 28, 202614 min read
Cozy home music production studio decorated for Christmas with DAW on screen, MIDI keyboard, studio monitors, acoustic guitar, and Christmas tree with lights
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Christmas 2025: Best Music Production Deals for Producers (Updated Daily)

Comprehensive guide to Christmas 2025 deals on DAWs, VST plugins, sample libraries, and music production software. Updated daily with the best holiday discounts from Plugin Boutique, Thomann, and more.

Theo NakamuraDec 23, 202513 min read
Neural DSP Archetype John Mayer X plugin interface showing amp and effects modules
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Neural DSP Archetype: John Mayer X - The Definitive Guitar Plugin

Deep dive into Neural DSP's Archetype: John Mayer X plugin featuring three signature amps, premium effects, and studio-quality cabinet simulation from his personal studio.

Theo NakamuraDec 17, 20257 min read
Kiive Audio VX-Q plugin interface showing four-band EQ and saturation controls
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Kiive Audio VX-Q Review: British EQ Meets Creative Saturation

Kiive Audio's VX-Q combines rare British EQ character with five saturation modes for creative tone-shaping. Here's our hands-on review.

Marcus FeldDec 12, 20257 min read
Cyber Monday 2025 Music Production Deals - Best VST Plugins, Hardware Synths, and Studio Gear Discounts
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Cyber Monday 2025: Best Music Production Deals for Producers

Comprehensive guide to Cyber Monday 2025 deals on DAWs, VST plugins, sample libraries, hardware synths, and studio gear. The best post-Black Friday discounts.

Theo NakamuraDec 3, 202516 min read
Universal Audio Paradise Guitar Studio interface showing the Enigmatic '82 amp model with cabinet and effects rack
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Universal Audio Paradise Guitar Studio: The End of the Hardware Requirement

UA's Paradise Guitar Studio brings Golden Unit amp modeling to native plugins. We analyze the Dumble, Showman, and Plexi emulations that make this a studio essential.

Marcus FeldDec 1, 20259 min read
AIR Music Tech Tape Double Track plugin interface showing dual tape reels and varispeed control
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Black Friday 2025: Free Plugin Deals from AIR Music Tech, Waves, and Universal Audio

Grab free plugins worth over $275 this Black Friday. AIR Music Tech Tape Double Track, Waves Magma StressBox, and your choice of 10 Universal Audio plugins are all free for a limited time.

Theo NakamuraNov 28, 20255 min read
Ableton Live 12.3 interface showing the new Splice integration browser panel
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Ableton Live 12.3: Stem Separation, Splice Integration, and Major Push 3 Updates

Ableton Live 12.3 brings AI-powered stem separation, built-in Splice integration, bounce groups, and game-changing Push 3 expressive features. Here's everything new.

Theo NakamuraNov 25, 20258 min read
Softube Tape and Harmonics Max for Live devices in Ableton Live device chain
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Softube Tape and Saturation Pack: Studio-Grade Analog Warmth Now Native in Ableton Live

Softube's Tape and Saturation Pack brings four premium analog-modeled effects to Ableton Live as native Max for Live devices, with full Push 3 standalone support.

Theo NakamuraNov 25, 20258 min read

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