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The Deluxe Big Muff 2 takes the Big Muff 2's mids-driven tone and classic singing sustain and adds EHX's favorite upgrades. The tried and true VOL/TONE/SUSTAIN knobs control the overall output, EQ, and gain level of the pedal respectively. New editions include a 3-way WICKER switch, footswitchable MIDs section, and adjustable noise GATE. The WICKER switch opens up high-frequency filters for extra sizzle and clarity especially when dialing in darker, wooly tones.

Novation Introduces Their Largest Launchkey US 88-key edition completes the range      15/07/26 Novation has announced the release of Launchkey 88, the largest keyboard controller in the MK4 range. Tey say that this latest addition inherits the deep DAW integration, built-in creative tools, and intuitive workflow features of Launchkey 49 and 61 and pairs them with a custom-designed, 88-key semi-weighted keybed for expressive playing. Here's the details direct from the company...

New Online Mastering Platform US Musik Hack releases HyFi      14/07/26 Musik Hack has officially launched its new online mastering platform, HyFi, to the public. They say that, after weeks of anticipation and a VIP soft opening, musicians and producers can now get this fast mastering solution designed to deliver professional results with minimal effort. Here's the details direct from the company...

Filtopia from Analogue Solutions US Limited edition 5 Multi-Mode Filterbank Synth      14/07/26 Multi-Filtering seems to be the flavour of the month, and here we have a demo of the new Filtopia from Analogue Solutions - limited to 200 units! It has 5 analogue filters wired in parallel for some unique subtractive synthesis as well as a tonne of other features and routing options.

Nothing can prepare you for a loss this great. Yesterday afternoon, July 11th, we had to say goodbye to my beautiful husband Teije and beloved father of our two girls. For 3.5 years he fought with so much strength, courage, and love. He showed us what true strength means, and I will forever be proud to have walked this life beside him.

Being billed as a 4x devices release, FreqSoft v1.10.0 adds support for connecting any number of Freqport or AnalogHarmony-equipped third-party hardware devices to a computer while allowing up to any four devices to be used by a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) project at any one time.

Everything, anywhere, all in the mix Mixing instruments both live and in the studio has always been a subpar process. Most mixers are built around mic and line inputs with generic front ends that do decent at best with electronic instruments and frankly unacceptable with organic sources. The result is always the same: DI boxes, workarounds and tone you never quite get back.

OAK Sampler: Hardware ASR-10 US Remaking Ensoniq's legendary Advanced Sampling Recorder      13/07/26 Vintage samplers, we all go mad for them - and here is the best of both worlds, a faithful modern remake of a 90s legend! The Ensoniq ASR-10 remade for the 2020's in the form of OAK Sampler. There are a few demo videos here, showing great promise and the OAK Sampler website states that it runs the original OS, with a full recreation of the ASR-10's audio, effects, and workflow.

Waldorf Updates Microwave 1 For iPad US Synth gets workflow and usability improvements      13/07/26 Waldorf tells us that Microwave 1 for iPad is now in v1.3.0 with the free update providing workflow and usability improvements: Redesigned preset browser with favourites, search and direct instrument part loading. Multi-level undo/redo for parameter editing. Simultaneous editing of multiple instrument parts. New presets from mixer, engineer, and producer Chuck Zwicky.

Online Course In Engineering 3D Audio US HOFA-College teaches immersive music production      13/07/26 HOFA-College has announced a new online course in sound engineering: 3D Audio. A spokesperson told us, "In this online course, you'll learn how to plan and produce music for immersive formats – from the early concept and recording to mixing and mastering. You can expect fascinating content, tutorials, hands-on mixing exercises and interviews with experts from the field.