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AIR Music Technology is offering Jura Chorus as a free download until August 2nd. Jura Chorus is the standalone chorus effect from AIR’s Jura virtual synthesizer, which is based on the classic Roland Juno-60. The plugin normally costs $39, and it is currently discounted to $14 on Plugin Boutique, but you can get it for free directly from AIR Music Technology during this promo. To claim the free license, you’ll need to head to the AIR promo page and enter your first name, last name, and email address. AIR notes that signing up for the free license also means you…
Wrapping it all up Parallelle’s workflow is built around intention and touch. TRK-01 has become central to their low-end design, giving them a foundation that feels physical while remaining flexible for modern production. Reaktor supports that balance by offering modular freedom without losing musicality. Their live shows follow the same principle. They bring real instruments such as trumpet, Rhodes, and saxophone into sets that also feature Reaktor’s bass engines and Monark’s warmth. The result feels cohesive and alive, bridging acoustic energy with electronic control. Each sound carries personality, shaped through both instinct and experience. Moving forward, the duo plan to…
Volume Is Only Half the Story “Not everything that is louder sounds better.” Many producers think gain staging is simply: “Don’t clip the meters.” That’s part of it. But gain staging is really about controlling how signal flows through your entire production system. It affects: tone headroom distortion dynamics plugin behavior mix clarity And sometimes… Breaking the rules is exactly what creates the sound. How Loud Should My Mix Be Before Mastering? 🎧 Quick Summary 👉 Gain staging is the process of controlling signal levels throughout a recording, mixing, or mastering chain to maintain proper headroom, avoid…
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You can now download Audio Assault’s Voice of Reason bass enhancer plugin for free. Audio Assault is the developer behind Amp Locker and Mix Locker, two collections with lots of free content. Amp Locker is a collection of amp sims, cabs, and FX pedals that includes the Prestige 1950 (a British hot-rodded amp) and various cabs/pedals for free. Mix Locker is a comprehensive mixing suite that includes ten free modules. Additional amp sims and modules for each collection are typically available for around $5-$10. Voice of Reason is the latest module we can now add to Mix Locker’s free virtual…
Audio Plugin Deals has launched the June Mega Bundle, a $9.99 collection of virtual instruments, sound libraries, and cinematic assets. The June Mega Bundle is listed at $9.99 throughout June, down from a combined claimed value of $626. I think this kind of bundle is fun if you want to experiment with new sound sources. To be completely honest, nothing here is groundbreaking, but it is nice to get this amount of sounds for ten bucks, especially if you are still building your studio. The bundle includes Tracktion RetroMod LoFreq Modern, Zero-G Formation, Muze Kinetic and Mirage Complete, Ghosthack Shockwave…
Independent musician and sound designer Adrian Bartholomew has released Arcturian, a pay-what-you-want Kontakt instrument for experimental sound design. Arcturian is available through Gumroad with $0 as the minimum price, so you can download it for free or leave a donation if you want to support the developer (which is always cool). The idea behind the instrument is pretty interesting. Adrian says it came from a hardware modification he used while playing in a rock band, where a screw was wired near the guitar output jack so he could physically touch it and short the signal. Honestly, I’d be scared to…
Sound Magic has released Harmonia Grand, a new virtual piano instrument built around two contrasting piano sounds and the latest Neo Piano Yosemite Engine. Harmonia Grand is currently on sale for $169, down from the regular $299 price. BPB readers can use the coupon code BPBreaders20c for an extra $20 off Sound Magic pianos valued over $100, which brings Harmonia Grand down to $149 during the current sale. The instrument combines the Italian F308 and Pop Grand into a single compact piano library. The weight is around 860 MB, with hybrid sampling and modeling used to provide a level of…
An expert guide to best digital audio workstations for music production We break down 12 DAWs to help you decide which is best for you There’s a product comparison chart, buying advice, and an FAQ Also, check out this article cover the best DAW control surfaces A good DAW is ground zero for audio projects, and there are 15+ contenders in the test bed. Sadly, bullet-point “best DAW” listicles and biased forum sentiments rarely clarify how to choose the perfect DAW. On the other hand, demoing trials can take forever, and experimenting along the upgrade path costs precious money. So,…
Every Song Belongs to a Family “Genres are not rules. They are maps.” One of the first questions every producer eventually faces is: “What kind of music am I making?” The answer matters. Genre influences: songwriting arrangement instrumentation tempo production techniques mixing decisions You don’t need to stay in one genre forever. But understanding genres helps you understand the language of music. Quick Summary 👉 A musical genre is a category of music defined by common rhythms, instruments, sounds, production techniques, and cultural traditions. Most modern genres contain dozens of sub-genres and often blend influences from multiple…