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HoRNet Plugins has released TapeLite, a streamlined tape saturation plugin, as a free Christmas gift to the audio community. TapeLite is a simplified version of HoRNet's flagship Tape MK2, offering authentic analog tape warmth with an intuitive, no-nonsense interface. TapeLite focuses on the core tape saturation experience without overwhelming users with options. ...   KVR Audio

Igor Vasiliev has updated ExoSphere - Endless Ambient Drift App for iOS and macOS to version 1.2. They say: ExoSphere is a creative tool for shaping continuous ambient and meditative compositions, based on five independent sound layers that merge into a seamless atmosphere. ...   KVR Audio

PSPaudioware has announced the release of PSP stereoAnalyser2, a free, advanced stereo metering plug-in designed to give you clear insight into your stereo image during recording, mixing, and mastering. ...   KVR Audio

brand0 has updated the free modulation plugin gooper to v1.1.0. It's definitely long overdue but I managed to address the biggest issues the plugin was facing by implementing some serious GUI+CPU efficiency enhancements. (If gooper was stressing your computer, give it another shot.). ...   KVR Audio

k2get has announced the release of Chord Dock, a chord track-style MIDI plug-in that lets you write, organize, and visualize chord progressions directly on a timeline — ideal for DAWs that don't include a built-in chord track. Chord Dock is available in two versions: Lite (Free): core workflow + essential chords. ...   KVR Audio

Whitepeak Creative has announced the launch of VocalForge, a comprehensive all in one vocal processing plugin. VocalForge combines 9 processing modules into one streamlined plugin, eliminating the need for multiple separate plugins in your vocal chain. ...   KVR Audio

apulSoft has updated Opalize to v1.1.0. Changes: Improved phase match mode: Harmonics are now phase-locked to the source using a natural phase configuration. Setting a band to full bandwidth fully bypasses filtering. Increased UI contrast. Fixed mouse precision issues with the band borders. Fixed VST3 compatibility with Digital Performer. Read More   KVR Audio

Shattered Glass Audio has announced the release of Phoenix LT, a free, compact, version of the Phoenix 2 plug-in. At the heart of Phoenix LT is the same circuit simulation engine found in SGA's flagship products Phoenix 2 and Eclipse. Just like its big brother Phoenix 2, Phoenix LT delivers uncompromising sound quality and flexibility while being light on your CPU. ...   KVR Audio

EastWest Sounds has released a major new update for the Hollywood Orchestra series, bringing powerful new features to Hollywood Strings, Brass, Orchestral Woodwinds, Orchestral Percussion, Solo Violin, Solo Cello and Harp. ...   KVR Audio

TOURAGE DSP has updated croquesolid, the acoustic-drum processor plugin, to v1.1. What's new: Reworked user interface, now with 2 selectable skins: Graphite Red (new, modern, bold & vibrant). Muted Blue (1.0 skin, optimised for dim lighting and late-night work). Improved equaliser: Improved 'scan' process, more robust over wider dynamic range, better handling of low-level input. ...   KVR Audio

The Vienna Symphonic Library has announced the release of four new Single Packs for its Synchron Special Brass collection, further expanding the palette of characterful brass instruments recorded in the large Stage A of Vienna Synchron Stage. ...   KVR Audio

Overloud has announced the release of AIR or 'Amp In Room.' This new feature is included in the latest version of THU, Overloud's flagship guitar amp simulation suite. ...   KVR Audio

Fracture Sounds has announced the release of Blueprint: Dream Zither, the 25th instalment in their free Blueprint series. Dream Zither is a small, harp-like instrument recorded in close stereo and mapped across a four-octave range. The library also includes an additional Atmosphere Layer for textural enhancement, as well as the Glissando Controller, first seen in Compendium: Eldenvale. ...   KVR Audio

Behringer has announced the release of the UB-1 MICRO, a monophonic analog synthesizer designed for portability. The unit is built around the 3396 and 3397 analog chip designs, which were historically utilized in the Oberheim Matrix-6 and Matrix-1000 synthesizers. ...   KVR Audio

artcode has announced the release of three new virtual instruments: artcode Drum, artcode Bass, and artcode Synth. This lineup covers everything from raw analog drum synthesis to deep low-end and rich polyphonic textures. All three plugins are developed using the Rust-based nih-plug framework, ensuring high-performance real-time processing. ...   KVR Audio

Audioblast has updated Abx3 Bassline Synth to v1.4.1. Changes: Added undo / redo for random. Fixed bug on import multiple.abx3 patterns at once. Improved memory management (preset change). Fixed copy/paste on same pattern. Fixed UI update for FX on preset change. Changed: drop down for settings (standalone version). Added: 'clear all patterns'. ...   KVR Audio

Orchestral Tools has announced the release of Low End Orchestra, a specialized sample library focused exclusively on the bass register. Recorded at AIR Studios Lyndhurst in London, the collection combines large orchestral ensembles with sub-bass synthesis and sound design to provide a toolkit for contemporary cinematic scoring. ...   KVR Audio

killihu has released EPC Devices for Ableton Live, a series of Max for Live devices designed to use VST plugins as if they were native Live devices. The main goal is to work with VST plugins directly from the track's effects section, without having to open and close floating windows. Or at least minimizing the number of times they need to be displayed. ...   KVR Audio