Warm Audio has introduced two new effects pedals, continuing their tradition of recreating classic vintage tones. The Tube Squealer emulates the iconic Tube Screamer with three selectable voicing modes: 808, TS9, and TS10. It also features a Mix knob to blend the clean signal and a pickup-voicing selector for optimizing sound with either single-coil or humbucker guitars.
The Throne of Tone draws inspiration from the Marshall Bluesbreaker and offers two sides with independent voicing options, including Boost, Overdrive, and Distortion modes. It features a symmetrical clipping circuit for authentic British-style breakup tones and comes with independent Presence controls and rear-panel send/return jacks.
The Tube Squealer is priced at...
Apogee has released a limited-edition version of its flagship Symphony MkII converter and audio interface to mark nearly a decade since its launch. Only 100 units will be produced, each signed by Betty Bennett and Bob Clearmountain and shipped with a Limited Apogee History Book. The Anniversary Edition features a Thunderbolt 3 connection, a stylish purple finish, and maintains the same specs as the standard version.
Highlights include an extended three-year warranty, immersive audio capabilities, and special edition modules with advanced conversion. The unit also offers ultra-low latency and audiophile-grade monitoring.
The Symphony MkII Anniversary Edition is priced at £6,999, including VAT, and is available now.
Positive Grid has launched Project: BIAS X, an AI-powered guitar-tone design software. Described as the first fully generative platform of its kind, BIAS X allows users to quickly create and refine tones using innovative Text- and Music-to-Tone features. Available as both a DAW plug-in and standalone app, it combines advanced amp and effects modeling with machine learning to replicate the dynamics of analog gear.
The software includes 33 AI-powered amp models, 63 effects, and new cabinet simulations, allowing users to create custom rigs. Its intuitive drag-and-drop interface and dual signal chains provide fast tone creation and in-depth editing options.
BIAS X is compatible with Windows 10 and macOS 11.7 or higher. It is priced at...
Alesis has expanded its Nitro series with the release of the Nitro Ultimate, a nine-piece electronic drum kit designed for players seeking a balance between entry-level and professional drumming. The kit improves hi-hat performance with a 10-inch dual-zone hi-hat and stand-mounted controller, offering a more authentic playing experience compared to standard hi-hat controllers.
The system features Alesis’ advanced drum module, which includes 52 complete kits, over 640 sounds, and a BFD Player with the Dark Mahogany Expansion Pack. Additional components include a range of mesh drums, a sturdy steel rack, Bluetooth audio streaming, and a comprehensive I/O setup.
Alesis also unveiled the Nitro Amp Pro, an 80W amplifier designed for...
Heritage Audio continues to expand its hardware and software offerings with the release of the Tubesessor plug-in, a virtual version of its optical valve compressor. This new plug-in emulates the Tube-Tech CL-1B and features enhancements not found in the original hardware. Developed over two years, it captures the sound of the Tubesessor’s NOS Raytheon double-triode valve and can add anything from subtle warmth to aggressive distortion. The user interface mirrors the hardware, including a four-step Tube Saturation control and five side-chain filter frequencies.
The plug-in is recommended for use on drums and guitars, with a 14-day trial available. Existing hardware owners can receive a free license.
Tubesessor is compatible with...
Desired Sounds has released Sonic Bass ONE, a synthesized electric bass VST instrument plugin for PC and Mac (VST/VST3/AU). The plugin delivers a smooth, pseudo-realistic bass sound that blends well in mixes, particularly excelling in disco and funk genres, but is suitable for a wide range of styles.
Sonic Bass ONE offers three playing modes: legato (for realistic slides), monophonic, and polyphonic (for harmonies or chords). To enhance its authenticity, it uses round-robin samples to add organic variations to the sound.
Key features include an adjustable tone knob (filter cutoff), round-robin sampling, and an onscreen keyboard for easy sound auditioning. The plugin also includes a volume control for level adjustment.
Sonic Bass ONE...
PSPaudioware has released PSP preQursor3, a major update to its EQ plugin, offering enhanced precision and a range of new features. The plugin introduces PSP's uniquely designed filters, featuring low resonance peaks, excellent band separation, and narrow notching for precise attenuation. All four filters are bell-type filters when boosting, with progressive Q factors for smoother transitions.
PSP preQursor3 includes advanced analog modeling for preamplifiers and filters, allowing for more accurate emulation of analog processes. The analog modeling can be applied individually per instance or globally, providing flexibility across tracks or the entire mix.
Key new features include a built-in 31-band analyzer, multi-step Q factors, a...
Initial Audio has released Clipper 2, a versatile soft clipper designed to add warmth and control to your mixes. With intuitive controls for gain, threshold, saturation, and ceiling, Clipper 2 helps prevent harsh clipping while enhancing harmonics, making it ideal for genres like Hip Hop, EDM, and any style requiring dynamic loudness.
Key features include input gain, adjustable threshold with a soft knee for smooth transitions, saturation for a warmer sound, and ceiling control to maintain peak levels. The plugin also includes an integrated LUFS meter with various measurement options and true peak limiting.
Clipper 2 is available for free and is compatible with VST3, AU, and AAX on both macOS and Windows.
Laura Fryer, one of the original founders of Xbox, shared her thoughts on the state of Xbox and Xbox Game Pass in a recent video on her personal YouTube channel. Fryer expressed frustration with Xbox leadership, criticizing their "bubble" mentality and failure to listen to player feedback. She called the company’s response to the Game Pass price hike "tone-deaf" and said the decision reflected a lack of understanding about what made Xbox successful in the first place. Fryer described the price increase as a "betrayal," suggesting that it prioritizes greed over gaming.
Fryer lamented the loss of key elements that once defined the Xbox brand, such as a dedicated console, exclusive first-party titles, and a strong partnership with game...
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