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KVR Instruments
sonicLAB releases Cosmosf - Advanced Stochastic Synthesis Instrument
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sonicLAB has released Cosmosand#402;, a stand-alone synthesizer application for Mac OS X. Cosmosand#402; features a non-standard synthesis engine offering great functionality, precision and a real t [Read More]
sonicLAB releases Cosmosf - Advanced Stochastic Synthesis Instrument
Best Service releases Nitron - Sample-based Synth for Kontakt and Kontakt Player
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Best Service has released Nitron, a new sample-based synthesizer powered by Kontakt Player. The more than 1000 included Nitron patches are high quality multi-samples from more than 50 different synt [Read More]
Best Service releases Nitron - Sample-based Synth for Kontakt and Kontakt Player
QuikQuak updates Glass Viper for Mac to v1.42
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QuikQuak has updated the Mac version of Glass Viper to v1.42. Changes: Restored compatibility with OS 10.5. [Read More]
QuikQuak updates Glass Viper for Mac to v1.42
EastWest releases Quantum Leap Solo Violin
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EastWest has released of Quantum Leap Solo Violin for Windows and Mac OS X (VST, AU and RTAS). Produced by Nick Phoenix, Quantum Leap Solo Violin is a virtuoso solo violin recorded at Remote Control [Read More]
EastWest releases Quantum Leap Solo Violin
Full Bucket Music releases "the deputy Mark II" String Synthesizer
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Full Bucket Music has released the deputy Mark II, a free VST2.4 software instrument for Windows in the tradition of classic string machines and early "polyphonic" synthesizers, written in native C++ [Read More]
Full Bucket Music releases "the deputy Mark II" String Synthesizer
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KVR Effects
Photosounder updates SplineEQ to v1.0.5
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Photosounder has updated SplineEQ to v1.0.5. Changes since v1.0.4: The way slopes are defined is changed to linear instead of angular when the mouse cursor is on the same side of the handle control [Read More]
Photosounder updates SplineEQ to v1.0.5
Michael Ourednik releases Argotlunar Real-time Delay-Line Granulator for Mac VST and AU
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Michael Ourednik has released the Mac OS X VST and AU versions of Argotlunar, his real-time delay-line granulator effect plug-in. Argotlunar is free software, licensed under GNU GPL v2, and is now a [Read More]
Michael Ourednik releases Argotlunar Real-time Delay-Line Granulator for Mac VST and AU
SKnote announces "Grasso" - Saturation and Compression Unit
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SKnote has announced Grasso, a new saturation and compression unit for mixing and mastering. Main features: Headroom and dry unit: manage saturation and resolution to make the sound more full and d [Read More]
SKnote announces "Grasso" - Saturation and Compression Unit
Kush Audio UBK-1 Now Available in AU Format
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American manufacturer Kush Audio has announced it is now shipping the AU version of UBK-1, a three-stage dynamics processor with simultaneous serial and parallel audio paths that offer a high level o [Read More]
Kush Audio UBK-1 Now Available in AU Format
Zynaptiq updates PITCHMAP to v1.1.0
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Zynaptiq has updated PITCHMAP and the free trial to version 1.1.0. This update adds many new features, including a stand-alone application as well as new parameters, fixes several minor issues and is [Read More]
Zynaptiq updates PITCHMAP to v1.1.0
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Free Music Software
Mindrot
The Lower Rhythm This is the newest version of the Mindrot VSTi by The Lower Rhythm Updates: -New GUI -Complete signal flow overhaul -New filter (with resonance) -’Tube’ style saturation -Many new presets Description: Mindrot is an experimental synthesizer that purposely hides the function of all controllers, creating an environment in which the user is free to explore without relying on any preconcieved notions as to how [...]
Mindrot
Exciting News
Hi Everyone, I have recently been updating broken links on the site, and in doing so, came into contact with Johnny, who runs The Lower Rhythm. I had received many emails asking me where his great VST plugins went to, and forwarded this onto him. In reply, he has generously offered to release his fantastic new and [...]
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GenoBazz
Tek’it Audio Genobazz is a free monophonic bass synthesizer plugin, designed to be simple to use, for all your bass need. Feature highlights - 8 Waveforms: saw, square, pulse, double sine, saw-pulse, reso1, reso2 and reso3 - 6 Filter types: Fat low pass, 24dB low pass, VCF Ladder, Modulo low pass, 36dB State Variable, Fat filter - Full MIDI automation [...]
GenoBazz
Wah ml2 / Wah Stomp / WAHT
Fretted Synth 3 different VST wah effects for guitar download
Wah ml2 / Wah Stomp / WAHT
Verbish
Fretted Synth His first attempt at a reverb! download
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Free VST Plug-Ins
Superwave P8 VST Plugin



Superwave P8 VST Plugin

Not only does it look cool, it sounds cool as well. Packed with tons of premium sounds found in expensive synthesizers, the P8 offers a wide selection of them for absolutely free. The soundbank is mostly ideal for trance music production, but ofcourse, you can always tweak the presets and create your own sounds on the spot which makes it usable for most genres of music.


Specs:

Oscillators
2 Oscillators: Single, Dual, 7 Oscillators SuperWave mode
Waveforms: Sine, Saw, Ramp, Triangle, Pulse, White Noise, Pink Noise
Controls: Waveform, Mode, Fine-Tune, Semi-Tune, Detune, Octave, Sync

Filters
2 Resonant Filters: 12dB
Filter Types: Low Pass, Band Pass, High Pass
Controls: Filter Type, Cutoff Frequency, Resonance, Key Follow, Lock (Cutoff Frequency)

Amplifiers

2 Amplifiers
Controls: Level, Pan, On/Off

Envelopes
4 Envelopes (Filter x2, Amp x2)
Controls: Depth, Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release

Low Frequency Oscillators
2 LFO's with multiple routing options
Waveforms: Sine, Saw, Ramp, Triangle, Pulse, White Noise, Pink Noise
Beat Ratios: 10
Controls: Waveform, Destination, Mode, Rate, Beat, Depth, Key On, Route

Modulation
Modulation with multiple routing options
Controls: Input, Destination, Depth

Effects
Effect Types: Mono Delay x2 (1 Stereo pair)
Delay Controls: Level, Feedback, Pan, Beat, On/Off

Other Features
8 note polyphonic operation
Main volume control
Mono/Polyphonic control
Portamento control
Midi CC control with learn capability
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Download and installing Superwave P8 VST Plugin

Superwave P8 VST Plugin download (2.0 Mb)(.exe)

Extract the files to your VST folder. Open your DAW of choice and search for your new plugin and include it in your list of instruments.
Superwave P8 VST Plugin
DaHornet VST Plugin



















DaHornet VST Plugin
Classic VST from Steinberg from back in the days, now free! 128 presets packed with retro-modern sounds mostly ideal for house music production, but you can probably find quite a few basslines suited for d&b and dubstep as well!

I'm sure DaHornet will be a most welcomed synthesizer in your library of free gems.

Download DaHornet VST Plugin

DaHornet Windows VST
DaHornet OSX VST
DaHornet OSX AU VST

Installing & Serial number

Download and extract the .exe file (if using windows that is) to your VST folder.
Open up your DAW of choice and search for it, it should now be found in your list of VST instruments.

Serial number: TMKMKIHGNNKJFMKMKIHGNNKJF
DaHornet VST Plugin
MiniMouge VST




The Minimogue is a lead, FX and bass synth just like the real Minimoog. It is programmed to be as expressive as possible. This is a synth for the players. Modulation wheel takes a big part in the solo sounds. Also try to play long legato lines to hear the full sweep with sounds like Big drift. It is cpu friendly. CPU load is 1% on a 1,5 centrino machine. On my old P4 1,7 machine CPU load is 3 %.

The first 3 rows of knobs represent the original Minimoog. The only additions here is a button for retrig and legato. The original Minimoog is always set to legato. Also there are sliders for fine tuning that is not present on the Minimoog, but these works just like the pitch knob, only that it is more sensitive. Its just there to help you, because the Minimoog sounds best when it is almost in tune, but not 100%. Tuning plays a big part in the Minimoog sound. Also release in the envelope generators is added. The upper section is where you create sounds.

The last row of knobs represent new features that we have added that is not present on the original Minimoog. These features are midi control, oscillator sync, LFO, autopan, overdrive, chorus and a delay section that you can sync to host BPM. The LFO has 3 functions. At low level settings it is intended to simulate the small tuning and instabilities in an original Minimoog. At high level settings it simalates the tweaking of a knob so that you can focus on the playing. The third function is to give oscillatorsync pitch variations to work with. It also syncs to host BPM.

Download MiniMouge VST here (you'll also find extra soundbanks here)

Installation:

Extract the .dll file to your VST folder. Open your DAW of choice and search for it.
MiniMouge VST
Synth 1 VST Plugin





Synth 1 is said to be the best freebie Synthesizer out there, and I have to agree on this one. Packed with tons of sounds, Oscillators, Arpeggiators and effects.. Let's just say it's enough to keep you going for a while. A fan of warm trance strings perhaps?
See what Synth 1 can do for your music production
Check out the demo video here (right click, open in new window)


Specs:

2 Oscillators + 1 sub Oscillator, FM modulation, ring modulation,sync,modulation envelope
4 types of filters, distortion
2LFO(synchronized with host)
Arpeggiator (synchronized with host)
Tempo delay (synchronized with host), stereo chorus/flanger
Legato mode, portamento
32 notes polyphony
128 presets!
Thoroughly optimized for light CPU load using SSE instructions etc.
Automation

Full documentation here

Download Synth 1 (v.1.12) here (512 kB ZIP)(Mac & Win)

Installation:

1. Extract all the files into a new folder inside your VST folder, name it Synth1 or something like that.
2. Open up Synth1 folder and double click the inisettings.exe, this step will adress the soundbanks to the Plugin. Just hit the yes button when asked to..
3. Open up your DAW of choice and search for your new VST, and have fun!
Synth 1 VST Plugin
Glitch VST
Many of you have probably heard of Aphex Twin before, especially his über-cool track titled, Windowlicker. (quite the jam, check it out) I always wondered how he managed to tweak and bend it like a madman.. no need to wonder anymore though.

Let me introduce, Glitch 1.3.05 - A great tool for all you glitchers, dubsteppers and breakerheads out there.






A short introduction from the creator:
Glitch features a pattern-based effects sequencer that takes the incoming audio, breaks it down into user-defined slices, and then applies different effects to each slice. The sounds it generates range from quite subtle to extremely bizarre, depending on how much you tweak the controls. Effects can either be programmed by hand to create specific desired patterns; chosen pseudo-randomly based on each effect’s probability level, with a user-defined seed value that optionally allows the same sequence of “random” effects to be chosen each time; or combined into a mixture of both methods to suite your own tastes.




See what it is capable of, Check out the Demo





Quite crazy, eh? Tweak away!
Download Glitch 1.3.05 here (469 kB ZIP)
Glitch VST
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Free Music Making Software - Week 4


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Free Music Making Software - Week 3


Week 3 – Another week with a lot of music making software posted at Music Informatory. Very interesting stuff at NAMM this week.Here is a list with...

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Instrument: jme-audio - CR-777 "Chip Rhythm" / Pc / Free


jme-audio unveils CR-777 "Chip Rhythm", a free programmable drum machine for Windows."Programmable drum machine.Requires a VST host with multi IO...

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Free Music Making Software - Week 2


Week 2 – Another week with some awesome music making software posted at Music Informatory.Here is a list with only the Free Music Making Programs...

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de la Mancha
de la Mancha Winter Sale 2011 - 5 effects for $24
The de la Mancha Winter Sale 2011 is a chance to get 5 effect plugins for only $24
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de la Mancha Winter Sale 2011 - 5 effects for $24
de la Mancha launches basic 65 - chiptune retro 8bit synth
de la Mancha has launched basic 65 a monophonic synth, inspired by the classic 80s home computer, the Commodore 64 and its legendary SID chip. Building on the waveforms and signal path of this famous chip, basic 65 adds further features and options to take things a step further
basic65

basic 65 is available to buy now for $24
The download includes a copy of basic 64 and for a limited time, free copies of dirty harry and PULS

de la Mancha launches basic 65 - chiptune retro 8bit synth
de la Mancha lets 2 synths go free - jellyfish and metamorph are now freeware
de la Mancha has now released two previously discontinued synths as freeware. jellyfish and metamorph have been discontinued for a while, but are now available to download for free
Both synths feature plenty of modulation options, with metamorph boasting waveform morphing and jellyfish with several intra-oscillator modulation modes

de la Mancha lets 2 synths go free - jellyfish and metamorph are now freeware
de la Mancha releases ditto - randomised delay
ditto is a creative delay effect, using randomised tempo-sync modulation to provide a constantly changing but musical delay effect. You can randomise the delay time, feedback and filter cut-off, with independent left and right channel modulation if you wish. Reverse delay can also be randomly set to change things up even more
ditto

ditto is available to buy now for $19

de la Mancha releases ditto - randomised delay
de la Mancha releases ClipStar - soft clipper
ClipStar is a soft clipper effect plugin, designed to prevent peaks in a subtler way than hard clipping, increase loudness and add pleasing saturation
ClipStar

ClipStar is available to buy now for $15

de la Mancha releases ClipStar - soft clipper
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