Two new free equalizer effects
J1000 has released version 3.0 of Alpha and Beta, two free equalizer effect plug-ins for Windows.
Changes in Alpha and Beta v3.0
- Redesigned and reorganized interfaces.
- Dynamic loudness processing based on equal-loudness contour.
- Easier frequency selection.
- Saturation mode.
- Two-stage clipping indicator.
- CPU optimizations.
Alpha and Beta are available to download as freeware VST effect plug-ins for Windows PC. Note: Gamma and Delta are now definitely discontinued and no longer available.
More information: J1000
Short demo of the UnoFM
This is a quick demo of UnoFM – a free VST instrument plug-in for Window:
UnoFM is a simple but effective and good sounding FM synth, it sounds like 80′ Yamaha FM 4 Operator.
See the XSynth site for the download.
Free spectrum analyzer
PiTone Systems has released Specan32, a free spectrum analyser effect plug-in for Windows.
This 1/3rd octave spectrum analyzer VST plugin is based on the GOST 17168-82 — Filters electrical octave and third-octave. General technical requirements and methods of testing. And also meets IEC804:1985 — Standard Specification for Integrating-averaging sound level meters.
Interface is modelled on classic DN60 spectrum analyzer by Klark Teknik, originally developed 1980.
Our plugin adds “high precision” filters and full frequency scale of GOST 17168-82 standard.
Specan32 is available to download as a freeware VST effect plug-in for Windows.
More information: PiTone Systems / Specan32
New effect plug-in in the Vengeance Mastering Suite
Vengeance has released Multiband Compressor, a new effect plug-in in the Vengeance Mastering Suite series.
Multiband Compressor features
- Multiple band modes: 1, 2, 3 or 4 bands.
- High quality filter models, from 6db to 96db – without any phasing issues.
- Up to 4 independent compressors (one per selected band).
- Hard-/softknee mode, optional autogain, optional autorelease for every compressor.
- Graphical Ratio/Treshold curve display.
- Up to 4 limiters (one for each band) + 1 mastering limiter (sum), also with autorelease.
- New York Compression: MIX knob, to bring back some original dynamic.
- Live waveform scopes for every channel.
- Realtime FFT analyzer (in-/output overlay to compare dry and wet signals).
- Unique new feature: the “DPC” (dynamic pattern compressor).
- Anti distortion filters for ultra-short releasetimes.
- Many cool presets included: ranging from complete masterings to special fx.
- All parameters are automatable (host).
- Copy Protection: elicenser USB Dongle required! (www.elicenser.net)
The Vengeance Mastering Suite – Multiband Compressor is available to purchase for PC and Mac (VST/AU) for $199 USD / 149 EUR / £135 GBP.
More information: Vengeance
Prototype X1
BV Music has released Prototype X1, the first plug-in from the X Series.
Prototype X1 features
- 3 Sequencer channels.
- 1 Oscillator including 25 standard waveforms.
- Midi to Poly and Poly Octave twister.
- Pitch and Envelope follower.
- Multi-mode filter with filter envelope.
- Amp envelope.
- Delay, Distortion, Chorus.
Prototype X1 is available to download as a freeware VST instrument plug-in for Windows.
More information: BV Music / Prototype X1
Tekky Synths has announced the release of VoCoGaTe
Tekky Synths has announced the release of VoCoGaTe, a new VST plug-in for Windows.
Originally made to process vocal samples in a pitch shifter and a gater, VoCoGaTe can make infinite percussion variations. Many random options help to create patches. It is not an easy instrument to program but one can achieve some cool sounds with a bit of a time and patience.
VoCoGaTe comes in Pro (EUR 30.00) and Free versions.
The free version has some restrictions but it is fully usable and allows to save/load one preset at a time.
Price: Free / EUR 30.00
Visit: Tekky Synths
Nice looking EQ
Sonimus has released SonEQ, a free equalizer effect plug-in for Windows.
SonEQ features
- 3-band EQ curves simulating vintage equipment.
- Simulation of pre-amplifier and Bass Boost control.
- Woow Control (all-pass filter) creator of psychoacoustic effects.
- 64 bits internal accuracy
- Supports sample rates above 192 kHz.
- Programmed entirely in C + + framework with the help of WDL.
SonEQ is available to download as a freeware VST effect plug-in for Windows PC.
Mac VST/AU versions are in development.
More information: Sonimus SonEQ
NR2010, a free virtual synthesizer instrument plug-in
GTG Synths has announced the release of NR2010, a free virtual synthesizer instrument plug-in for Windows.
Made mainly for personal use. A good old analog polysynth with a 24dB filter, snappy envelopes and nice mod effects. My personal workhorse-synth free for all soon.
NR2010 is available to download as a freeware VST instrument for Windows PC.
GTG Synths has also announced it will stop the development of the GTG Synths series.
It has been big fun developing VST Synths for the music fraternity. I am pleased to have been able to provide a fair share of user satisfaction and credibility on both custom synths and serial synths despite having not fully met all ”emulation” requirements.Thanks a lot for the inspiration , support and encouragement!
Many thanks to Mik for all the quality plug-ins released over the years!
More information: GTG Synths
8-Bit Shaper – bent waveshaper effect plug-in
Steve Duda of Xfer Records has (re)released 8-Bit Shaper, a bent waveshaper effect plug-in for Windows and Mac.
Steve writes:
back from the dead, also made an AU version and updated it (GUI improvements, performance improvements, bugfixes).
disclaimer: The sound is *slightly* different than previous, so if you happen to have the VST from 2006 in saved projects I would recommend to not update.
8-Bit Shaper is available as a free download for Windows and Mac (VST/AU, requires OSX 10.5 or later).
More information: 8-Bit Shaper
Invisible Limiter
A.O.M. (Alchemicallly Organized Music) has released version 1.2.2 of Invisible Limiter, a free limiter effect plug-in for Windows.
A.O.M. Invisible Limiter
The Invisible Limiter is a transparent look-ahead brickwall limiter with automatic attack/release-time optimization.
The Invisible Limiter’s limiting algorithm minimizes the difference between the original and the limited materials.
Invisible Limiter is available to download as a freeware VST effect plug-in for Windows PC.
More information: A.O.M. / Invisible Limiter
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