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Sender Spike has released qb (Kyubi), a free multimode distortion plugin for Windows. If you’re familiar with the name Sender Spike, that’s likely because we recently featured the developer’s SN Zero hybrid synthesizer. That one is a fun FM vector hybrid synth with a clean interface and a nice sample loading feature. Well worth checking out if you missed it. Interestingly, Kyubi came about while the developer was working on SN Zero. The question was whether to include an effects section in the synth, but the developer ultimately decided against it. Kyubi was the first candidate that came out of…

Inear Display has made its creative audio tools now available via pay-what-you-want (meaning they can be yours for free). Inear Display has moved all of its products into the pay-what-you-want category. The developer has suggested a fair price for each of the eleven available products, to support future development, but any value of $0 or above will be accepted. The following plugins are available in AU and VST3 formats for macOS (10.13 upwards) and Windows (10 upwards): Ephemere – glitchy FM drum synth Amalgame – multi-fx plugin Litote – granulator effect Lancinantes – drone synth Gorgon – aggressive distortion plugin…

This Debate Won’t Die Analog vs Digital. Warm vs Clean. Real vs Artificial. Vintage vs Modern. It’s one of the longest-running arguments in music production. But most of the debate misses the point. The real difference isn’t about “better.” It’s about how sound is generated and controlled.   Quick Summary 👉 Analog audio uses continuously varying electrical signals, while digital audio converts sound into numerical data. Analog often introduces natural coloration and nonlinear behavior, while digital offers precision, recall, and flexibility.   Analog = Continuous Motion Analog sound is electricity moving in a smooth, continuous wave. No steps. No…

A pro guide for adding riffs to your beats. From classic sampled funk loops to modern melodic hooks a la Post Malone or Playboi Carti, a guitar can add emotion and melody to any sample-based track. In this article, we show you exactly how it’s done, with examples of riffs that have shaped the genre’s most recognizable songs.   Using a guitar in a hip-hop session can add  melody and warmth to your recordings.    Dial in Your Amp Tone  Getting the right base tone is essential when using guitar in hip-hop production. Amp emulator plug-ins like those found in…

No amp? No worries. This is how to get incredible guitar tones right in your DAW.  Guitarists are known for chasing tone. And for good reason. In a live or studio environment, choosing the right effects and amplifier can mean the difference between a solo sitting perfectly in a mix, or getting lost behind other instruments.  Some players are wary of digital emulations and plug-ins. But even old school purists and session pros are discovering that amazing sounds can be achieved without amplifiers. So we put together a guide detailing what you need to know about tracking guitar using just…

At pointblank, we pride ourselves on being deeply connected to the music industry, and there’s no better place to live that mission than the heart of the music industry, Los Angeles. Long recognized as a global center for music, entertainment, and creative innovation, LA offers unmatched access to the people and opportunities shaping today’s music business. Located in the heart of Hollywood, our Los Angeles campus is built to spark creativity and help students turn their passion into real-world careers. Following the standout success of our partnership with Ditto in the UK, we’re excited to bring that same energy and…

Cinematic soundscapes are designed to create emotion, atmosphere and immersion. Unlike traditional songs that rely heavily on melody and rhythm, soundscapes focus on texture, space and movement to shape how a listener feels.  In film, TV and game music, soundscapes are used to build tension, signal mood and support storytelling. But these techniques aren’t limited to visual media. Many electronic, ambient and experimental producers use cinematic sound design to add depth and emotion to their tracks.  What makes a soundscape feel cinematic is often subtle. It’s the sense of scale created by reverb, the gradual evolution of sounds, and the…

Plugin Boutique is currently running historically low prices on three Roland synthesizer plugins, with the Roland D-50 leading the way at 67% off (down to $49 from $149). The deal runs until March 3rd. The D-50 is my main pick here. Released in 1987, it was Roland’s first fully digital synthesizer and one of the most influential instruments of the late ‘80s. Its LA (Linear Arithmetic) synthesis engine combined subtractive synthesis with harmonically complex sampled waveforms and integrated digital effects, producing sounds that defined synth pop, new wave, new jack swing, R&B, new age, and countless film scores of the era.…

Developer Aqua Node has released a collection of 20 free and open-source plugins for Windows. The plugins are free to download in VST3 format for Windows directly from the developer’s Gumroad page. All downloads include the open source code (JUCE) for anyone who’d like to expand on the existing code, or compile macOS or Linux versions. A good chance to test what you’ve learned from that JUCE for beginners course, or start the course, if you haven’t already. Aqua Node is a sound designer and musician who likes to combine aquatic soundscapes with Dub Techno and Intelligent DnB. You’ll hear…

The Complete Monkwind Effect Bundle from Monkwind DSP features thirteen plugins, including pitch shifters, drum processors, compressors, stereo width enhancers, and more – all for free! Here’s the complete list of plugins: ArpeggiateMe CRUNCHer DrumWizard EZPitch GimmeSpace LEVELer MajicFM SaturateMe SaturateLLC SUMO Suppressor WickdPitcher WideMe The plugins are available to download for free in AU and VST3 formats for macOS and Windows. However, if you find the bundle useful and want to show your support for the developer, you can make a donation. If you skim the bundle, you’ll immediately see that the plugins all share one thing in common:…