"In this video Theo takes us through the next instalment in our FREE plugin range called Vaults - Beaker. Can a big old bit of glass from a homewares shop really make a beautiful sounding instrument. It can if it's recorded at Gorbals Sound in Glasgow and performed by our founder Christian Henson. A testament to what sampling enables us and you to do, make beautiful sounds and music with nothing more than a bit of imagination and care."
Press release follows:
The Crow Hill Company creates …GLASS BEAKER as latest …VAULTS virtual instrument, free for all to download and make music with no formal training
EDINBURGH, UK: The Crow Hill Company is proud to announce availability of VAULTS - GLASS BEAKER as the latest downloadable drop in its free virtual instrument collection, created from thecnotion that music need not necessarily begin with formal training, specialist instruments, or expensive tools but instead it comes from working directly with sound — specifically, placing a microphone in front of a simple object and exploring what happens through touch, movement, and experimentation, the resulting tone of which feels familiar but resists easy identification, sitting somewhere between a glockenspiel and a celeste without being either — as of February 2…
"Explore the latest updates in Discovery Pro 8.14, our most significant release featuring major sound design enhancements and workflow improvements.
🎛️ What's New in 8.14: Factory I Preset Bank Overhaul 128 professionally crafted presets by Kulshan Studios Complete refresh of the Factory bank with modern, production-ready sounds
New Filter Models Moog Ladder Filter - State-of-the-art analog modeling Oberheim SEM Filter - Authentic multimode filter with two variants:
Classic mode for vintage warmth Raw mode for increased resonance and saturation
Accessibility note: We have kept the accessibility perspective in mind while designing the UI, and aim to give Shortcircuit XT the same good screen reader support Surge XT has, but have not yet done that. This is one of the things we’ll improve on during the beta phase. Thanks for being patient with us.
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Shortcircuit XT is a free sampler plugin from the Surge Synth Team, with a focus on creative sample manipulation and some standard sampler features, featuring advanced synthesis capabilities to complement the sample playback.
Samples are loaded into zones and played back in round-robin, random or layered modes.
"LaunchCodes is an all-in-one instrument built for creating explosive hits and basses. You'll be equipped with highly automatable wave and noise generators, a fully re-orderable and customizable effects rack, and two LFOs that can modulate nearly anything—all in the service of the most impactful music-making imaginable.
At your disposal:
Wave generator—with four basic wave types, push the oscillator to its limits with fully automatable amplitude & pitch envelopes and four pitch parameters. Craft punishing basses, psychedelic patterns, or whimsical keys quickly
Noise generator—low-pass, high-pass, and band-pass modes with adjustable Q and Coarse on the filter envelope give you a wide palette for expressive percussion hits, mysterious sweeps, and screaming noise
Re-orderable effects rack—a delay unit for creative feedback and foreboding echoes, a reverb unit for huge clouds of fallout, a filter unit for sculpted resonances and bass-boosting, and a fully-editable waveshaper function for your own personal brand of distortion
Double LFO unit—for maximum expression, modulate almost any parameter in LaunchCodes with the four basic waveforms, and control the modulation range and direction on each parameter individually
A big red button—a big red button
Built-in presets to get you going right away, and an easy way to save and browse your favorite patches"
"Join us as Ben Cantil of DataMind Audio gives us a tour of Concatenator and ReFractalizer at Buchla & Friends 2026 in Los Angeles.
Concatenator is an audio mosaicing plug-in that instantly turns any sound library into a playable instrument using any microphone, instrument, or audio file as a real time input. Refractalizer is a granular synthesizer that allows one to apply musical approaches to time and space in granular synthesis. It lets you bend time, transform samples, and morph effortlessly between rhythmic chopping, granular sound-scapes, and conventional synthesizer sounds.
"Ricky Graham from Delta Sound Labs demonstrates XStream, an evolution of their granular effects plug-in Stream into an instrument capable of a variety of granular-synthesis possibilities. Single Mode lets you turn any sound into evolving pads, textures, and atmospheres. Time and pitch are handled independently, with detailed control over grain behavior and real-time sample scrubbing. Multi Mode makes your samples playable across the keyboard. With polyphonic grain engines, velocity sensitivity, and full MIDI tracking, you can build entirely new instruments from any audio source.
Soundpaint's CS-80 UDS™ is the definitive ultra-deep sampled CS-80, delivering the most detailed and authentic capture of this legendary polyphonic synth ever created. From iconic film scores to global chart hits, you get instant inspiration with hundreds of expressive programs built from massive Ultra Deep-Sampling™ depth. Now with 500+ programs.
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0:00 Intro
0:16 Bells & Plucks
1:00 Keys
1:34 Arps
2:31 Brass
4:16 Padmospheres
5:35 Bass
6:27 Lead
7:02 Pads"
"CS-80 UDS is a deeply sampled, performance-led virtual instrument built from a real analog Yamaha CS-80. It is not a circuit or component emulation, but a behaviour-based instrument focused on touch, pressure, and dynamic response.
The latest update expands the instrument to over 500 programs and increases the depth of sampling across the entire keyboard.
Key details:
Expanded to over 500 programs
30,800 UDS samples
Up to 29 round robins per key
Deepest recording of a CS-80 to date
Three dedicated CS-80 C.A.F filter models unlocked
Built from a real analog CS-80, no emulation
CS-80 UDS runs inside the free Soundpaint engine, available as a standalone application and plugin for macOS and Windows.
"Link: https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store... Explore Infinite Harmonic Possibilities Harmo is a powerful harmonic oscillator synthesizer designed for Ableton Live, offering deep control over harmonic content and dynamic sound shaping. Whether you create electronic, bass, or dance music, Harmo provides a versatile toolkit for crafting rich, evolving, and aggressive tones. Eight Independent Harmonic Oscillators Shape your sound with eight fully independent oscillators, each capable of precise harmonic sculpting. Adjust the harmonic order and volume individually, giving you complete control over the spectral balance of your sound. Stereo Detune for Expansive Width Enhance the spatial dimension of your sound with per-oscillator stereo detune. Achieve wide, lush textures or sharp, focused tones with detailed tuning options. Add Harmonic Complexity with Distortion Take your sound design further with integrated distortion, generating additional harmonics and adding edge, warmth, or full-bodied aggression to your patches. Modulate Harmonics for Unique Movement Apply individual modulations to each harmonic partial, allowing for intricate and evolving sound transformations. Create complex, expressive wobbles and dynamic textures that push the boundaries of bass design. Ideal for Sound Designers and Producers Whether you’re crafting futuristic basslines, shimmering pads, or experimental textures, Harmo gives you the tools to explore new sonic territories with precision and flexibility. Experience the next level of harmonic synthesis with Harmo. ver.2.1 ... Added Bass Mono Mode. (2026/1/10) ver.1.6 ... Fixed bug. (2025/10/11) ver.1.5 ... Bug fix for missing sound, removal of the default fundamental tone, and gain-up of distortion. (2025/4/3) ver.1.0 ... Released. (2025/3/2) Max For Live Synthesizer"
The Acclaimed ZEN-Core Synthesis System Captured in a Powerful Standalone Instrument for iPad
Anaheim, CA, January 20, 2026 — Roland announces the upcoming release of ZENOLOGY GX for iPad, the first flagship Roland instrument designed for Apple’s tablet platform. Delivering the core feature set of the recently introduced ZENOLOGY GX for macOS and Windows, this new version brings Roland’s acclaimed ZEN-Core Synthesis System to a standalone instrument for iPadOS.
ZENOLOGY GX for iPad puts thousands of genre-defining Roland sounds at the fingertips of performers and creators, complemented with a modern high-definition UI, an advanced sound browser, integrated creative tools, and much more.
ZENOLOGY GX for iPad is scheduled for release in early 2026 as a free download with all features unlocked for a limited time. After the debut period ends, the instrument will be available through free and premium Roland Cloud memberships or a Lifetime Key purchase."
"The CR-78 Software Rhythm Composer brings an iconic Roland instrument into the future. Designed for modern production, it delivers expressive rhythm programming with unmistakable analog character. Introduced in 1978, the CR-78 was the world’s first computer-controlled programmable drum machine, shaping the sound of pop, post-punk, disco, and electronic music with its distinctive tonal signature and human feel.
Recreated using component-level modeling, this plug-in delivers the authentic sound of the original along with modern sound-shaping and advanced sequencing tools. The CR-78 is available now with a Roland Cloud Ultimate membership or Lifetime Key purchase.
"Gyro is a real-time loop instrument plugin (VST/AU) for creating personalized melodic loops as you play. Powered by a multi-layer hybrid engine, generative patterns & chords, and rich FX chains."
Gyro 1.1 Free Update - User Samples, MIDI Out & More - 10K Audio
video upload by 10K Audio
"Out now: Gyro 1.1 by 10K Audio
https://10k.audio/gyro
What’s new in Gyro 1.1:
• User Samples (Pro) — Load your own samples into one or more layers.
• MIDI Out — Route each sequencer lane to its own MIDI channel to drive other instruments.
• Pattern + Chord Locks — Lock your Pattern and/or Chord while browsing main presets.
This is a free update for all users.
00:00 Intro
00:14 User Samples
01:33 MIDI Out
02:53 Chord & Pattern Locks
"Orbit is an advanced cinematic sound design instrument built for creators who want more than instant hits. It’s a powerful, flexible engine for designing epic rises, impacts, and evolving textures with precision, nuance, and full creative freedom, whether you’re scoring, designing trailers, building transitions, or crafting signature moments for your tracks.
Also included in SonicPass ➡️ https://www.uvi.net/sonicpass
Video credits: Anthony Hak
Music credits: Emeric Tschambser
By combining faithfully modelled classic filters with newly developed modern designs, and giving you powerful ways to combine and modulate them, Filter Ark becomes a deep, expressive environment for contemporary sound design."
"A new world of classic and modern filter design
For decades, the KORG Collection series has recreated KORG’s most iconic instruments using CMT (Component Modeling Technology), preserving the sound and character that shaped generations of synthesis. Filter Ark builds on that foundation and takes it further, placing the filter at the centre of the creative process. By combining faithfully modelled classic filters with newly developed modern designs, and giving you powerful ways to combine and modulate them, Filter Ark becomes a deep, expressive environment for contemporary sound design.
Combine up to four legendary filters at once to unlock sound design possibilities that were previously out of reach. Stack multiple iconic filters, blend vintage character with newly designed filter types, and build complex signal paths that evolve over time. With a powerful modulation system including LFOs, an Envelope Follower, and a Step Sequencer, Filter Ark gives you the tools to create movement, depth, and expression far beyond traditional filtering.
Faithfully modeled legendary filters
At the heart of Filter Ark are the filters that helped define the sound of synthesizer history. From the raw drive of the MS-20 and the smooth sweeps of the Polysix, to the warm thickness of the miniKORG 700s and the sharp resonance of the ARP ODYSSEY, these iconic designs are faithfully recreated with exceptional accuracy.
Each filter features its original user interface, allowing you to shape classic tones intuitively while preserving the distinctive character and response of the instruments that made them legendary.
Innovative modern filter types
Filter Ark also introduces a new generation of modern filter designs. Newly developed types include physically modelled resonators and a vowel filter that simulates human vocal formants, expanding the creative possibilities far beyond classic approaches. These filters invite experimentation and open up distinctive new ways to shape sound, from subtle tonal colour to highly expressive and unconventional textures.
Flexible routing with up to four filters
Flexible routing sits at the core of Filter Ark’s design. Combine up to four filters in series, parallel, feedback, and other configurations to build signal paths that simply aren’t possible with conventional filter plug-ins. Whether you’re shaping subtle tonal detail or creating complex, evolving effects, the routing architecture encourages exploration and rewards experimentation. Ready-made routing templates are also included, providing a clear starting point while still leaving room to go deep.
A unique and powerful modulation system
Filter Ark features a flexible modulation system designed to bring movement and expression to your sound. It includes a morphable LFO, an Envelope Follower with side-chain input, a customisable Step Sequencer with adjustable steps and playback modes, and a Random Generator. Together, these modulation sources make it easy to create evolving textures, rhythmic motion, and dynamic response that go far beyond static filtering."
"Integer is a digital-analog buffer device, designed and developed by Sinevibes. Available as an effect plugin for Mac, Windows and Linux. Product page: https://www.sinevibes.com/integer"
"Integer is a digital-analog buffer device effect plugin for Mac, Windows and Linux. At its core is a delay engine based on a variable sample rate technology: just like analog “bucket bridge device” chips, this algorithm produces different delay time values by varying the speed of its internal sample clock. The plugin offers multiple buffer size and output interpolation options, as well as an ultra-wide clock range – from just hundreds of Hz up to tens of MHz, making it possible to drastically vary the audio resolution and character. A flexible sine generator is also included for modulating the delay time, with optional stereo expansion and gradual chaotic randomization. Integer has a sophisticated bipolar feedback system with signal amplification, adjustable low-pass and high-pass filters, plus a brick-wall limiter that prevents overloads but lets the signal endlessly loop through the filters and the variable sample rate buffer. Thanks to its elastic, tape-like behavior, the pitch glide effects during delay time changes do not affect what’s in the feedback loop. With all these features combined, Integer is capable of a huge variety of effects – ranging from delay, chorus, flanger to charismatic loops and drones, brick-wall filtering, sample rate manipulation, and anything in between.
Stop sounding like everyone else – create your own original sonic dimension.
A new, Unique type of Sound. A sound that Cuts through your Mix.
If you want your track to have a true 3D space, you need different types of synthesizers for different colors and sound character. Maybe you're thinking now... Why do I need another synth?
G-Sonique Analog Modular FX – VST / AU plug-in instrument.
Analog modular synthesizers are relatively expensive, take up quite a lot of space and creating sounds is a very lengthy process (plus it is complex and not every producer can master it).
However, their sound is unique. Compared to digital synthesizers, their sound is much more organic, expressive and punchy in the mix, even though it is often mono (unless you use some stereo parts and effect modules), it sounds 3D. Simply put, their sound is not static and cold like digital synthesizers, but constantly evolving/alive/warm - thanks to the fact that electronic components behave non-linearly and under the influence of various factors (such as heat, current) their sound modulates itself every millisecond. With digital you will probably never create such lively, organic and constantly changing sounds - such sharp, cutting filters and resonances, textures, metallic analog sounds or twisted twisted effects. The sound of modular analog synthesizers will give your songs a completely different dimension, analog color, warmth and character of something real/organic. It’s the essential tool for professional sound design and adding that sought-after vintage character to your mix.
Modular synthesizers excel mainly in the field of FX, soundscapes and experimental sounds. Producers often use them for unique tension builders and complex cinematic sound effects.
So if you don't have the space and possibilities and especially the time to spend long hours programming a single sound, don't despair. We have prepared for you a multi-octave VST / AU plug-in instrument full of banks created using analog modular synthesizers. This is your shortcut to authentic analogue synthesis, instantly available as high-quality modular samples / multi-octave multi-layer banks.
The combination of digital and modular analog is very interesting and gives tracks a completely new dimension, sound and atmosphere. Get the best of both worlds: digital workflow convenience with true analogue character.
Analog Modular FX1 is perfect for many genres from different branches of psytrance such as: darkpsy / forest psytrance, also full-on psytrance, experimental zenon style progressive psytrance, night psytrance, modern goatrance, but also hitech / hightech, psycore. However, these FX sounds can also be used in other genres, for example modern techno, which is mixing more and more with other elements. Also suitable for rave music, bolder tech house, breakbeat. Also great for experimental genres, glitch, dark ambient. Modular sounds and FX are perfect for futuristic cinematic music / video game music, thriller and horror music. The sounds can also be pre-effected, making them suitable for other genres, such as dark drum and bass, neurofunk intros/stoptimes/outros, hardcore techno, gabber, industrial techno, EBM. Use them as powerful risers, drops, and complex transitions.
Includes: Analog monster modular voices, Modular laboratory experimental bubbling experiments, Alien analog FX, Spirals, Twisters, Risers, Multidimensional resonators, Distorted screamers, Alien pipes, Analog underground pipes and tubes, Organic sweeps, High pitched howling sounds, Funky twisters, Metal FX, Acid analog rave sound FXs, analog modular textures and pads, Electrostatic pulsations, Mysterious modular atmospheres, Alchemical bubbling sounds, UFO analog patches, Extraterrestrial atmospheres, Dark atmospheric sounds, Extraterrestrial analog modular samples, Metal sounds, Nonlinear modulated twisted sounds, Short spirals and spring reverb sounds, Electron and quark sounds, Electrostatic discharges, Alien animal howling sounds and much more.
Perfect for producers looking for cinematic sound design, modular synth VST, organic analog textures, experimental plugin instruments, soundscape creation tools, psytrance sound packs, modular synth FX, atmospheric VST plugins, glitch & IDM tools, techno sound design instruments, professional sound libraries for electronic music, best vst instruments for edm, modular vst plugins for mac and windows, vst synth for ambient and cinematic music, experimental analog vst download, modular synth vst free/paid alternative.
All sounds/banks are created in a wide range of octaves, ranging from C3-C4-C5-C6-C7. This ensures maximum flexibility for your sound design needs in any DAW (e.g., FL Studio, Ableton Live, Cubase, Logic Pro, Reaper, Studio One and others).
