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Audio Plugin Guy releases free web apps for musicians and producers with more to follow
Expiry: None
Audio Plugin Guy has released a set of free browser-based tools for musicians, producers, and sound designers. The apps run in a web browser and require no installation.
Producer Utilities: A single-page collection of everyday production references and calculators. It includes a BPM-to-delay-time calculator, a note-to-Hz converter, a compressor timing guide, and an interactive circle of fifths. The page also features daily lists highlighting current plugin deals and free downloads for quick reference.
Song Structure Planner: A tool for building and refining song arrangements using movable section blocks. Users can add, remove, and reorder sections, set custom lengths, and attach notes to each part of the track. It offers pre-built templates as starting points and supports export to a printable PDF with a structure map and space for section-by-section notes. It can be applied to any style that can be organized into sections.
Ear Training for Pitch & Frequency Recognition: A training suite focused on practical listening skills for music production and mixing. It provides three modes: note recognition, interval recognition, and frequency range recognition. The tool is designed to help users identify pitches more accurately, recognize intervals, and locate key frequency areas in a mix during everyday production tasks.
Melodic Sequence Table Generator: A browser tool for users of Kilohearts hosts that converts programmed melodic sequences into LFO Table and Curve files. It is intended to streamline pitch-based modulation by letting users design note sequences more directly than inside the host environment. Because Kilohearts modulators can target any parameter with pitch input—such as oscillators in Phase Plant or a filter—this approach enables precise, note-driven modulation without manual setup for each step.
Rhythm Sequence Table Generator: A companion tool for Kilohearts hosts that builds rhythmic modulation as LFO Table and Curve files. It supports rapid creation of rhythmic patterns and interpolation between patterns within the table. With wavetables serving as LFO sources, users can scan through variations for controlled, evolving rhythmic movement across parameters.
All tools are free to use in the browser and do not require installation. Additional browser-based tools are planned for release.
Meldaproduction offers MBitFunMB multiband bitcrusher free download with code RkKrDMBFMB26
Expiry: March 28th
Meldaproduction is offering MBitFunMB, a multiband bitcrusher and distortion plugin, as a free download using the code RkKrDMBFMB26. The regular price is €49.
MBitFunMB converts incoming audio to fixed‑point precision with 1–16 bits per sample, enabling direct manipulation of individual bits. Processing can be finalized with an internal low‑pass filter to shape the resulting spectrum.
The plugin supports up to six independent frequency bands with adjustable crossovers. Within each band, four processing units can alter or combine bits, including operations that merge the signal with shifted versions of the same sample, a delayed sample, or an external side‑chain signal.
Modulation is available across parameters via four modulators. Sources include an LFO, an audio level follower, an envelope generator, a random generator, and a pitch detector.
- Bit depth reduction from 16 to 1 bit per sample
- Up to six multiband sections with per‑band processing
- Four bit‑manipulation processors per band
- Side‑chain input for cross‑signal processing
- Low‑pass filter for post‑processing tone control
- 16x upsampling
- M/S processing and surround support, plus other channel modes
- A–H preset slots for quick comparisons
- Integrated help system
Applications range from subtle digital texture by minimally altering higher‑order bits to aggressive degradation across multiple bands. The routing options allow per‑band distortion design, while the side‑chain path and modulators enable time‑varying effects, gated textures, and rhythm‑linked bit operations.
fedDSP offers SHI Frequency Focused Saturator free for a limited time
Expiry: March 31st
fedDSP has released SHI, a frequency-focused saturation plug-in for macOS and Windows. It is available free for a limited time until 31 March 2026; the regular price is listed as £30.
SHI applies harmonic saturation to a user-selected area of the frequency spectrum. Users choose the target frequency and set the drive and intensity, allowing saturation to be added to a specific band while leaving the rest of the signal comparatively unaffected.
The plug-in is intended for tasks such as adding low-end weight, strengthening midrange body and punch, or introducing high-end edge and detail. It can be used on guitars, drums, bass, keys, loops, and samples.
SHI supports a wide range of gain shaping, from subtle enhancement to heavier drive. It can be used to wake up ambience, emphasize transients, or add movement and energy to sources.
The developer states that SHI operates with zero latency and is designed for low CPU usage, suitable for large sessions and real-time tracking. Licensing does not require hardware dongles and can be used offline.
Format support includes VST3, Audio Unit, and AAX on macOS, and VST3 and AAX on Windows. It runs natively on Apple Silicon (M1–M5) and Intel Macs; Rosetta is not required but is supported.
System requirements are macOS 10.13 or higher, or Windows 10/11 (64-bit), with at least 2 GB RAM and 30 MB of free disk space.
Each license allows up to three simultaneous activations per user.
A trial version is available; it includes all features and adds brief, infrequent silence for evaluation. A user manual is provided on the developer’s website.
According to the developer, the perpetual license includes free updates.
Sound Props offers Guitar Series Direct SG free (reg. 115 dollars)
Expiry: April 2nd
Sound Props is offering Guitar Series Direct SG as a free download for a limited time. The Kontakt-based instrument (full version 6.7.1 or later required) models a double-cutaway, humbucker-equipped electric guitar captured as a direct input signal for flexible processing. The regular price is $115. Compatible platforms include macOS and Windows.
The library is chromatically sampled with up to six velocity layers per note. Performance controls include smooth legato transitions and an articulation set covering palm mutes, slides, harmonics, and tapping. Adjustable mechanical elements such as release noises, fret buzz, and pick attacks can be blended to taste.
Tone shaping is centered around a three-way pickup selector with neck, middle, and bridge positions, along with standard volume and tone controls. Because the source was recorded direct, the instrument is intended for use with external amp simulators and effects. Convolution reverb or other impulse response tools can be added to simulate room and cabinet spaces.
Beyond standard playing styles, the library adds a built-in 12-string mode for layered octave textures. Specialized options include metal slider sustains and tremolo bar effects. An FX-morph function blends feedback with harmonic sustains for extended tones. A mapping matrix allows custom assignment of keyswitches and articulations to match individual workflows.
- Kontakt format (full version 6.7.1+), macOS and Windows
- Direct-input recording of a mahogany-bodied, humbucker guitar
- Chromatically sampled; up to six velocity layers
- Articulations: legato, palm mutes, slides, harmonics, tapping
- Adjustable mechanical noises: release, fret buzz, pick attack
- Three-way pickup selector (neck, middle, bridge)
- Tone and volume controls
- 12-string mode for octave layering
- Metal slider sustains and tremolo bar effects
- FX morphing between feedback and harmonic sustains
- Custom keyswitch and articulation mapping matrix
- Designed for scoring and rock-oriented production workflows
Guitar Series Direct SG is priced at $0 during the promotion and returns to a regular price of $115 after the offer period.
Carbon Fiber makes The Triad distortion plugin for Mac and Windows free to download
Expiry: April 6th
Carbon Fiber has made Triad, a distortion and saturation plugin for macOS and Windows, free to download until April 6. Once claimed, the license remains active indefinitely. The plugin is available in VST3 format.
Triad is a multi-algorithm processor centered on an interactive XY triangle pad. Users can continuously blend among three distortion types—Analog, Digital, and Waveshapers—by positioning a cursor within the triangle.
Triangle corners
- Analog: Emulates tubes, tape, and transistor circuits, adding harmonic saturation, non-linear drive, and soft-clipping. Topologies: Warm Triode, Dark Rich, NYC AMP, Master Tape, FET Console.
- Digital: Applies bit-crushing, sample-rate reduction, hard clipping, and wave-folding, producing aggressive, aliased artifacts suitable for extreme processing and lo-fi effects. Topologies: Bitcrusher, Decimation, Hard Fold, Quantize Noise, Sample Drop.
- Waveshapers: Uses mathematical transfer curves for precise distortion shaping, ranging from subtle harmonic generation to heavy transformation depending on input level. Topologies: West Coast, Lockhart Mult, Starved P-P, Sine Folder.
Primary tone controls
- Sag (Dynamics): Simulates power-supply voltage drop for reactive compression and transient softening.
- Recover Time: Sets the release time of the sag effect.
- Tight (Filter): Pre-distortion high-pass to clean low end before clipping.
- Impedance (Resistance): Adjusts simulated input resistance, altering frequency response and drive behavior.
- Air (Presence): Post-distortion high-shelf boost to restore high-end content.
- Age (Degradation): Simulates component wear with gentle high-frequency roll-off and slight instability.
- Width (Stereo): Controls stereo spread from mono to wide.
- Color (Tone): Tilt-EQ to shift overall balance darker or brighter.
Advanced shaping
- Detail (Articulate):</strong Enhances transients and upper midrange for clearer definition.
- Smooth (Damping): Dynamic low-pass/damping to tame harshness from heavy distortion.
- De-Fizz (Filter): Targets ultra-high-frequency fizz produced by clipping.
- Symmetry (Harmonics): Controls asymmetry of clipping to balance even- and odd-order harmonics.
- Silence (Gate): Noise gate that mutes output below a set threshold.
- Exciter (Synthesis): Generates upper harmonics to increase perceived brightness and presence.
- Feedback (Resonance): Feeds output back to input for internal resonance, self-oscillation, or thicker drive.
- Phase (Alignment): Inverts or shifts phase for alignment when blending wet/dry signals.
Global and performance features
- Variac: Lowers virtual supply voltage to reduce headroom so distortion occurs earlier with a denser response.
- HQ Mode: High-quality processing that raises resolution and reduces digital aliasing under intense settings.
Bottom utility bar
- Multiband Toggle: Splits audio into low, mid, and high bands, each with independent triangle blends and parameters.
- Thick: Routes a 120 Hz, 6 dB/oct low-passed version of the clean input to the output, boosted 1.5x, to preserve sub-bass and kick transients through heavy distortion.
- M/S (Mid/Side): Processes center and sides independently for targeted distortion.
- Autogain: Compensates for level increases introduced by drive stages to maintain consistent loudness.
- Randomizer: Randomizes all parameters to generate new distortion patches.
ZAK Sound now offers Raizes Player as free download for Windows Mac and Linux
Expiry: None
Raizes Player is now available as a free download for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Current version: 1.3.5.
Raizes is a hybrid instrument platform that combines advanced sampling with wavetable synthesis. It hosts dedicated instruments and provides a six-layer audio engine, dual filters, 36 effect slots (six per layer), and a modulation system with MPE support.
Each layer is independently configurable, with controls for level, pan, pitch, and stereo width. Sample tools include time‑stretching, reverse playback, and random start points, allowing detailed control of layered textures and complex sound design.
The modulation engine links parameters to sources such as LFOs, modulation wheel, and MPE gestures. Users can shape movement with custom curves and tempo-synced modulation for performance or automation.
An integrated arpeggiator offers patterns including up, down, random, and chords. Controls cover rate, swing, note length, and related timing options for building rhythmic sequences.
The effects section provides six insert slots per layer. Available processors include EQ, reverb, saturation, delay, and proprietary modules such as RaizesVerb and Wow/Flutter. Effects can be arranged per layer to create both subtle processing chains and heavily transformed sounds.
Raizes includes a MIDI generation engine that creates chord progressions and voicings using logic-based templates. It supports a wide range of scales, including major modes and extended sets such as Phrygian Dominant and diminished. Output ranges from simple triads to dense clusters, and generated MIDI can be exported to a DAW.
The platform also ships with a library of more than 1,200 MIDI files organized by category for cinematic and ambient workflows. A built-in browser and MIDI Pack Installer streamline previewing and adding content.
Instruments currently available for Raizes include: Tango, Lyra, Asteroid, Ethersphere, Auralis, Nebula Keys, and BA.
RZ Mobile, a companion controller app, connects natively to Raizes Player. It features a multi-touch MPE keyboard, gesture-based chord input, motion-controlled modulation (e.g., tilt for filter or gain), and wireless macro control. RZ Mobile requires Raizes Player version 1.3.0 or higher. An iOS release is available, and an Android version is offered with a beta sign-up via email.
Built-in content includes 58 factory presets. An internet connection is only required when installing and activating new instruments; day-to-day use does not require connectivity.
- Windows: 10 or higher (64-bit). Formats: VST3 and standalone. Build: native 64‑bit.
- macOS: 10.11+ (Apple Silicon and Intel). Formats: VST3, AU, and standalone.
- Linux: Ubuntu 22.04+ (or compatible). Formats: VST3 and standalone. Build: native 64‑bit.
- Memory and storage: 4 GB RAM and 300 MB free disk space (minimum).
Raizes works with DAWs that support VST3 or AU on Windows and macOS, and VST3 on Linux. It is not compatible with Pro Tools (AAX). A standalone application is available on all three platforms.
Documentation and installation instructions for instruments are available on the developer’s website.
Wide Blue Sound releases Tracer oscilloscope plugin for Windows and Mac
Expiry: Unknown
Wide Blue Sound has released Tracer, a beat-synced oscilloscope plugin for macOS and Windows. It is available in VST3, AU, and AAX formats.
Tracer provides three visual modes—Beat, Bar, and Waveform—that synchronize to the host DAW’s tempo and transport. The plugin is designed for visualizing timing, transients, and phase relationships in musical context.
A sidechain overlay allows two signals to be displayed simultaneously, such as kick and bass, enabling visual alignment of dynamics and timing. A Sum Sidechain mode combines both inputs into a single waveform, with color shifts indicating which source is louder at any moment.
Rendering is GPU-accelerated to reduce CPU load and maintain visual smoothness at up to 60 frames per second. The plugin introduces no latency and passes audio through without processing.
Customization options include editable themes and support for user-created themes saved as .wbstheme files. Users can add a transparent PNG logo and optionally set it to react to the beat. The interface does not display developer branding.
Channel modes include mono, stereo, left, and right. The visual display scale ranges from -24 to +24 dB for reference only.
For video and live use, Tracer’s window can be captured with common screen-capture tools for YouTube, streaming platforms, or stage visuals. It can also run full-screen on a secondary display.
System support includes macOS 11 (Big Sur) and later on Apple Silicon and Intel processors, and Windows 10 or later on x64 systems.
Tracer is free for a limited time, with a planned price of $39 afterward. Delivery is by email, and no account is required. Free updates are included.
Airwindows releases free ToTape9 tape saturation plugin for Windows Mac and Linux
Expiry: None
Airwindows has released ToTape9, a free, open-source tape saturation plugin for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
ToTape9 emulates analog tape behavior with added brightness compression. It is available as AU and VST2 builds, and within the Airwindows Consolidated package in CLAP, AU, VST3, and LV2 formats. Builds cover 64-bit Windows, Apple Silicon and Intel macOS, Linux x86_64, and Linux ARM. Legacy 32-bit Windows and older macOS builds are also provided. The core download is approximately 810 KB.
Main controls follow tape-machine workflows:
- Input/Output: sets drive and level; output at 0.5 lightly engages the final clip stage.
- Tilt (via Dubly): broad tonal balance toward brighter or darker response.
- Shape: adjusts spectral/dynamic character between softer, more rounded behavior and a cleaner response.
- Flutter: adjustable wow/flutter modulation.
- Bias and Dubly: biasing and noise-reduction-style behavior integrated with the tonal tilt.
The processing core has been revised using techniques derived from prior TapeHack research. The plugin models tape saturation and high-frequency absorption to reduce excessive brightness in a tape-like manner.
A new output stage combines ClipOnly2 with an updated clipping approach that introduces controlled noise at the onset of clipping and confines it to edge samples as hard clipping takes over. The stage is active only during clipping and operates within a small amplitude window. It is designed to handle intersample peaks (Gibbs-effect overs) without upsampling or downsampling, allowing use as a loudness-maximizing stage or as a safety clipper.
Typical uses include adding tape-style saturation on tracks, buses, or the mix; taming high-frequency energy; introducing controllable flutter for movement; and applying gentle to heavy drive while managing output level. The final clip stage can serve to limit intersample overs and raise average level when desired.
ToTape9 is released under the MIT license as open-source software and is available at no cost. Source code and multi-format builds are maintained in the Airwindows repositories, with consolidated packages and legacy archives provided for a range of systems.
Analog Obsession releases LAEA free compressor plugin for Windows and Mac
Expiry: None
Analog Obsession has released LAEA, a free solid-state optical compressor plugin for Windows and Mac. Version 1.0 was issued on March 20, 2026.
LAEA provides level control, compression, and limiting with side-chain options. The interface emphasizes straightforward operation with core dynamics parameters and a resizable GUI.
- REDUCTION: Sets gain reduction.
- GAIN: Adjusts clean output level.
- LIM: Switches the compressor to limiter mode.
- HPF: Engages a high-pass filter in the side-chain.
- EXT: Enables external side-chain input.
- I/O: Bypasses the plugin.
The plugin does not include oversampling and uses embedded lightweight anti-aliasing.
The interface is resizable from 50% to 200% via the bottom-right corner handle. New instances open at the default size, while duplicated instances retain the current size. To set a preferred default size for new instances, the developer suggests:
- Open the plugin for the first time.
- Resize the GUI before adjusting any controls.
- Save this state as a default preset in the host DAW.
Double-click the resize handle to return to the default size.
Common uses include:
- General dynamic range control on individual tracks.
- Limiter operation for peak management via LIM mode.
- Frequency-conscious compression using the side-chain high-pass filter.
- Ducking or keyed compression with external side-chain.
- Quick A/B comparisons via the I/O bypass.
Formats and system support:
- Mac: VST3, AU, AAX Native, Audiosuite (macOS 10.11 or higher; Intel and Apple Silicon). Requires a graphics card with Metal support.
- Windows: VST3, AAX Native, Audiosuite (Windows 10–11). Requires a graphics card with OpenGL support.
Plea Tech makes Pure Amber spectral shaping plugin for Windows free to download
Expiry: Unknown
Plea Tech has made Pure Amber, a spectral shaping plugin for Windows, available as a free download.
Pure Amber focuses on spectral shaping, a method that analyzes an audio signal’s frequency content and applies dynamic adjustments in real time. Instead of relying on static equalization curves, it adapts to the material to rebalance tonal content as the signal changes.
The plugin is intended for use within Windows-based digital audio workstations as an insert effect on tracks, buses, or the master channel. It targets corrective and creative tasks where frequency-dependent, program-responsive processing is required.
Typical applications include smoothing harsh highs, controlling resonances, mitigating buildup in dense mixes, and refining overall tonal balance. It can be used to enhance presence in vocals, soften aggressive cymbals or guitars, clarify midrange on buses, and apply subtle broad adjustments during mastering.
Pure Amber is offered as a free download for Windows users.
Evenant offers Evenant Engine virtual instrument for Kontakt as free download
Expiry: Unknown
Evenant has made the Evenant Engine, a virtual instrument for Native Instruments Kontakt, available as a free download for a limited period. The library was previously priced at $79.
The collection includes 50 patches created from samples of acoustic and electronic sources recorded in various locations. Referenced source instruments include cellos, flutes, flugelhorns, sitars, and analog synthesizers.
The patches span categories such as pads, basses, signature sounds, synths, atmospheres, drones, and braams. The content is oriented toward cinematic and hybrid production workflows, with material suited to building soundscapes, underscore textures, low-end hits, and melodic layers.
The instrument is designed for use in film, game, and trailer music, as well as ambient and electronic projects. It can serve as a starting point for sketching track ideas or as a complement to existing orchestral and synth libraries.
Access to the download is provided by email after submitting contact information during the promotional window. The Evenant Engine runs in Kontakt, and users will need a compatible installation of Kontakt to load and play the patches.
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