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iZotope Ozone 12: Next-Level AI Mastering Tools

iZotope Ozone 12: Next-Level AI Mastering Tools

Ozone 12 introduces Stem EQ, Bass Control, Unlimiter, custom Assistant flow, and IRC 5 Maximizer across Elements, Standard, and Advanced tiers.

SSL Revival 4000: Bringing Classic Console Power Back

SSL Revival 4000: Bringing Classic Console Power Back

The Revival 4000 console revives the iconic SSL 4000-series layout and workflow in a compact, modern console—ideal for producers who want classic SSL tone without the rack space.

IK Multimedia TONEX Modeler: AI-Driven Tone Mastery

IK Multimedia TONEX Modeler: AI-Driven Tone Mastery

TONEX uses AI Machine Modeling™ to let you capture and play ultra-realistic amp, pedal, and cabinet tones—or load thousands of pro presets instantly.

SSL MPL 16-8: Compact, IP-Native Stagebox for System T

SSL MPL 16-8: Compact, IP-Native Stagebox for System T

SSL's MPL 16-8 delivers 16 mic/line inputs and 8 line outputs in a 2U Dante stagebox—ideal for streamlined System T setups requiring cost-effective, pro-grade I/O.

Boss PX-1 Plugout FX: One Pedal, Endless Classics

Boss PX-1 Plugout FX: One Pedal, Endless Classics

PX-1 puts 16 iconic Boss pedals into a single unit—swap them instantly via app, load custom models, and use expression or MIDI control.

DPA at IBC 2025: Next-Gen Mic Tech From CORE+ to N-Series

DPA at IBC 2025: Next-Gen Mic Tech From CORE+ to N-Series

At IBC 2025, DPA unveils distortion-free CORE+, new N-Series digital wireless, rugged MicroLock connector, and compact 2017 shotgun mic.

Waves Clarix LB: AI-Driven Live Broadcast Noise Reduction

Waves Clarix LB: AI-Driven Live Broadcast Noise Reduction

Clarix LB delivers real-time AI noise suppression for live voice, with intuitive control, stereo width options, and seamless SoundGrid compatibility.

Cherry Audio Crumar Spirit: Revered Italian Monosynth Revived

Cherry Audio Crumar Spirit: Revered Italian Monosynth Revived

Crumar Spirit brings the rare 1983 Italian monosynth to DAWs—expanded polyphony, dual signal paths, modulation depth, arpeggiator, and studio fx at $59.

Harrison’s New Batch: Phaser, Shaper, Gate & Free Delay

Harrison’s New Batch: Phaser, Shaper, Gate & Free Delay

Four new Harrison plugins—Stunning Phaser, Dyno Mite, Spectral Gate ($49 each) and free 3D Delay—add creative modulation, punch shaping, intelligent gating, and immersive delay.

Relab 176: Ultimate Tube Compression in Plugin Form

Relab 176: Ultimate Tube Compression in Plugin Form

Relab 176 delivers authentic vintage tube compression—modeled from full circuitry, featuring program-dependent timing, polarity control, transformer coupling, and bias calibration.

Zoom H6studio: Next-Gen 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder

Zoom H6studio: Next-Gen 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder

Zoom’s H6studio combines 32-bit float recording, four F-Series preamps, and a modular capsule system for unmatched portable studio performance.

AEA RPQ503 Preamp & Snaqbox: Ribbon Clarity, Modular Flexibility

AEA RPQ503 Preamp & Snaqbox: Ribbon Clarity, Modular Flexibility

The RPQ503 brings a high-gain ribbon preamp to 500-series format, while the Snaqbox is a transparent two-slot chassis with isolated power for flexible setups.

Critter & Guitari Organelle S2: The Music Computer Returns

Critter & Guitari Organelle S2: The Music Computer Returns

Organelle S2 enhances the flexible Pure Data music computer with a 1.8 GHz quad-core processor, smoother controls, better Wi-Fi setup, and a refined SD slot.

UJAM Symphonic Elements: PERRCS Percussion Library

UJAM Symphonic Elements: PERRCS Percussion Library

PERRCS delivers high-end orchestral percussion from Hans Zimmer’s personal vault, with layered engines, performance styles, and deep tone-shaping.

Softube Equalizers: Modern Precision Meets Vintage Tone

Softube Equalizers: Modern Precision Meets Vintage Tone

Softube’s Equalizers let you blend high-end modern EQ functions with legacy analog-modeled tone for efficient, versatile mixing.

Audiomovers LISTENTO App Expands Real-Time Audio Collaboration

Audiomovers LISTENTO App Expands Real-Time Audio Collaboration

Audiomovers’ LISTENTO service now includes an iOS/Android app that receives multichannel and binaural streams—ideal for mobile mixing, feedback, and field monitoring.

Blue Cat Audio Free Maintenance Update Enhances Plugin Ecosystem

Blue Cat Audio Free Maintenance Update Enhances Plugin Ecosystem

Blue Cat Audio has rolled out free updates across its entire plugin suite, boosting Hi-DPI and Retina support plus compatibility and stability enhancements.

Neural DSP CorOS 3.2.0 & Cortex Control 1.3.0 Update

Neural DSP CorOS 3.2.0 & Cortex Control 1.3.0 Update

CorOS 3.2.0 and Cortex Control 1.3.0 add tuner, metronome, looper refinements, side-chain and ESS codec support, plus full compatibility with Cory Wong X, Nolly X and Parallax X.

Affordable Control: A Buyer’s Guide to Free & Cheap Plugins That Make Real-World Impact

Affordable Control: A Buyer’s Guide to Free & Cheap Plugins That Make Real-World Impact

Five high-value plugins that can add serious capability to any studio without breaking the budget

Techivation M‑Exciter: Natural Harmonic Enhancer

Techivation M‑Exciter: Natural Harmonic Enhancer

M‑Exciter generates organic harmonics with phase‑safe enhancement—add air and presence without harshness via soft spectral control.

Sonible Learn Series: AI‑Powered Mixing Tools

Sonible Learn Series: AI‑Powered Mixing Tools

Sonible’s Learn Series bundles intelligent EQ, compression, limiting, reverb and unmasking plugins with Assisted and Advanced views.

Waves InTrigger: Smart Drum Replacer Plugin

Waves InTrigger: Smart Drum Replacer Plugin

InTrigger auto‑learns drum patterns to trigger samples with bleed/g host‑note detection, zero‑latency live mode, COSMOS browser and layering.

iZotope FXEQ: Paint Effects with EQ Precision

iZotope FXEQ: Paint Effects with EQ Precision

FXEQ lets you apply Saturation, Reverb, Delay, Modulate, and Lo-Fi effects per frequency band via an EQ‑style interface.

Brainworx bx_pulsar: Flagship Creative Delay Plugin

Brainworx bx_pulsar: Flagship Creative Delay Plugin

bx_pulsar delivers five delay types, built‑in sequencer, ducking compressor, freeze, filters and stereo modes in a focused, intuitive interface.

AudioScape Delays Price Increase, Offers August Discount

AudioScape Delays Price Increase, Offers August Discount

AudioScape halves its planned August price hikes, pushing full increases to September—providing more time and reduced impact.

Tone Empire Pythor V2 PWM Compressor Plugin

Tone Empire Pythor V2 PWM Compressor Plugin

Pythor V2 adds a modern GUI, preset browser, optimized UltraX mode, and free upgrade for v1 users.

MeterPlugs Dynameter 2 - Dynamics Meter Redefined

MeterPlugs Dynameter 2 - Dynamics Meter Redefined

MeterPlugs Dynameter 2 adds Stereo, Mid/Side and Multiband views, Peak‑Aware

PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE Mixers Stretch Live Workflows

PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE Mixers Stretch Live Workflows

PreSonus updates StudioLive Series III with SE models that add Milan‑certified AVB networking, remote control, Virtual Soundcheck and enhanced DSP.

SSL Meter Pro Plugin for 360° Ecosystem

SSL Meter Pro Plugin for 360° Ecosystem

SSL releases Meter Pro—a comprehensive metering plugin with loudness, RTA, VU/PPM, phase tools, multichannel support and UF1 integration.

Neural DSP Mantra: All‑in‑One Vocal Production Plugin

Neural DSP Mantra: All‑in‑One Vocal Production Plugin

Mantra consolidates pitch correction, compression, de‑essing, effects and more into a single streamlined plugin.

Novation Launch Control XL 3 MIDI Controller Unveiled

Novation Launch Control XL 3 MIDI Controller Unveiled

Novation launches the Launch Control XL 3 with endless encoders, 8 faders, OLED display, 5‑pin MIDI I/O, up to 15 modes, and bundled software.

SSL 4K G Channel Strip Plugin Launches at $99 Intro Price

SSL 4K G Channel Strip Plugin Launches at $99 Intro Price

SSL debuts the 4K G Channel Strip plugin with mic preamp emulation, EQ choices, HQ oversampling, and native controller integration.

Soundtoys 5.5.2: SpaceBlender and Resizable UI Enhancements

Soundtoys 5.5.2: SpaceBlender and Resizable UI Enhancements

Soundtoys 5.5.2 integrates SpaceBlender into Effect Rack, adds resizable UIs and new presets, and delivers key performance and stability improvements.

GearFest UK 2025: Pro‑Audio Lines Up New Flagships

GearFest UK 2025: Pro‑Audio Lines Up New Flagships

Tileyard London’s GearFest packed major pro‑audio brands with new monitors, interfaces, consoles, Atmos rigs and more.

EVH Hypersonic FR‑12: Stand‑Out FRFR Backline Option

EVH Hypersonic FR‑12: Stand‑Out FRFR Backline Option

EVH’s Hypersonic FR‑12 delivers 1 000 W, neutral flat response and EVH aesthetics—tailored for high‑gain modelers without the studio‑monitor vibe.

MASSIMIZER Free Sidechain Ringmod & Compressor

MASSIMIZER Free Sidechain Ringmod & Compressor

Emphaseas and Pretender team up on MASSIMIZER: a free VST3 sidechain ring‑modulator and compressor with visual metering.

AudioScape Confirms Price Hike—Effective August 1, 2025

AudioScape Confirms Price Hike—Effective August 1, 2025

AudioScape is raising prices on its full hardware lineup and bundles—76D, AS78, V‑Comp+, D‑Comp, and more—with the new pricing taking effect August 1.

Boss RT‑2 Rotary Ensemble Arrives in Compact Pedal Format

Boss RT‑2 Rotary Ensemble Arrives in Compact Pedal Format

Boss launches the RT‑2 Rotary Ensemble, offering authentic rotary-speaker tones in a compact pedal, with three modes, virtual rotor display, drive, stereo I/O, and expanded control.

EarthQuaker Devices Easy Listening Amp‑Sim Mini Pedal

EarthQuaker Devices Easy Listening Amp‑Sim Mini Pedal

EarthQuaker’s Easy Listening is a one‑knob analogue amp simulator pedal for headphone practice, silent recording and pedalboard fly‑rigs.

FL Studio 2025 Brings AI-Powered Assistant & New Workflow Tools

FL Studio 2025 Brings AI-Powered Assistant & New Workflow Tools

FL Studio 2025 introduces the AI-powered Gopher Assistant, Loop Starter creative tools, expanded mixer capacity, and more—enhancing your music production workflow.

WeTransfer’s New Privacy Terms: Why Sub‑Licensing Your Files Is a Problem

WeTransfer’s New Privacy Terms: Why Sub‑Licensing Your Files Is a Problem

An in‑depth look at WeTransfer’s updated terms and what granting a sub‑license could mean for studio professionals.

Universal Audio Apollo E Series: Unison Preamps and Plug-Ins Go Dante

Universal Audio Apollo E Series: Unison Preamps and Plug-Ins Go Dante

Universal Audio has begun shipping their highly anticipated Apollo E Series, introducing Dante endpoints that extend UA's Unison™ preamps and plug-ins to remote and live sound applications.

SSL Oracle Console Revealed: The Future of Analogue Is Here

SSL Oracle Console Revealed: The Future of Analogue Is Here

SSL has officially unveiled the Oracle, a groundbreaking large-format console that merges classic analog tone with full digital recall and modern workflow enhancements. Is this the most advanced hybrid console ever made?

SSL Teases a Studio Revolution: New Console Incoming?

SSL Teases a Studio Revolution: New Console Incoming?

Solid State Logic has dropped a cryptic teaser for an event they're calling the 'Studio Revolution'. With hints pointing to a major console announcement, speculation is swirling: is SSL about to change the game again?

Helix Stadium Announced: Line 6 Redefines the Flagship Modeler

Helix Stadium Announced: Line 6 Redefines the Flagship Modeler

A breakdown of the new Helix Stadium and Helix Stadium XL, and how they compare to the Helix Floor and LT models.