Meet Octapus from CARP Audio, your shortcut to add unique character to your sounds. With two sliders, you can introduce pitched versions of your audio, up or down an octave. Under each channel is a High/Low Pass knob to shape the Pitched version. But the real unique character lies in the Detune and Spread functions. Detune de-tunes each ear's pitched channels in a balanced way, differently on both octaves, crafting a colossal, room-filling sound. Meanwhile, The Spread function spreads them even further across your Stereo Field, expanding it into a massive sonic landscape. The Audition Mode allows you to hear precisely what you're adding to your sound before committing. It's a preview button for the thing you're going to add to your sound.
Features:Parallel Time-Stretching (-1 and +1 octave)
Experiment with it on any source! (That's the fun part)
How does it work?
Audition Mode
The "Audition" mode grants instant access to a 100% mix for quick assessments without readjusting the mix knob repeatedly. It motivates you to ‘listen’ to the Pitched octaves and adjust the parameters to make it sound perfect before Mixing it with the dry signal.
Sync Audio has announced the release of a unique modulation plugin that snaps on to any other plugin, instantly making them fully modulatable, even if they don’t have modulation of their own. Every EQ in the world becomes a fully morphable EQ. Every saturator gains morph control. Every plugin you already own becomes more powerful than ever.
MegaMod snaps onto the bottom of any third-party plugin, allowing users to assign LFOs to pitch, drive macro knobs to morph entire EQ curves, or blend seamlessly between multiple presets of their favorite effects. MegaMod unlocks creative workflows that were previously tedious or impossible.
A Seamless Experience
MegaMod’s panel dynamically resizes to perfectly match any plugin it’s attached to, creating a single, unified interface. MegaMod works as a plugin that hosts a plugin inside of it, exposing the parameters for modulation. There’s no juggling windows, no more clutter, and no more guessing which modulator controls which effect. Modulation becomes intuitive, visual, and completely seamless.
Advanced Modulation In Any DAW
MegaMod brings powerful modulation to any DAW, dramatically reducing the need for complex automation lanes and, in many cases, removing them entirely. Work faster by adding envelope-controlled saturation to drums using your favorite saturator, or use LFOs and Macros to create evolving filters with your favorite EQ. The possibilities are endless.
Modulators
MegaMod launches with a powerful and growing set of modulators. Available at release are the LFO,, Randomizer, XY Pad, Macro Knob, and a Preset Blender, with more modulators planned for future updates. Each modulator is designed to be fast, flexible, and rearrangeable, enabling everything from subtle movement to complex, evolving transformations with any plugin.
The first public beta of MegaMod for Windows and macOS (VST3, AU and AAX) is available now and completely free for a limited time. Users can help shape what comes next, with their ideas, experiments, and feature requests directly influencing its evolution.
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Moonwave FX Parallax
Audio Plugin Deals has launched a promotion on Moonwave FX’s dual-engine sonic morphing effect plugin, offering Parallax as a free download for the next few days.
Parallax is a dual-engine multi-effect designed to sculpt sound between precision and abstraction. The Reality Engine tightens transients and harmonics for punch, while the Dream Engine dissolves audio into evolving textures and spatial depth.
A single Morph control lets you drift seamlessly between these two worlds, creating organic movement without complex routing. Smart parameter linking ensures every adjustment stays musical and balanced.
Available for Windows and macOS (VST3/AU), Parallax is free until February 26th, 2026.
Free compressor with high-res dynamic visualiser and VCA/Optical modes.
Key Features
Flexible compressor controls - Threshold, Ratio (1:1 to 24:1), Attack (20 microseconds to 250 milliseconds), Release (25 milliseconds to 5 seconds), Knee (0dB to 18dB).
Regular/Optical modes - In Regular mode, attack and release curves are linear. In Optical mode, the attack time is variable, and the the release curve has two stages (50% in 1 second, then a slower tail for the remaining 50%).
Detector HPF - Apply a high-pass to the detector/sidechain circuit to shape what the compressor hears.
External sidechain - Sidechain the compressor to an external signal. HPF, LPF and Lookahead will now apply to the external sidechain audio.
Free preset library - 10 free presets to recreate different classic compressors.
GPU graphics - Waveform visualiser leverages GPU for increased performance.
Value typing - Double click to type in values.
Dynamic window resizing - Simply drag from the bottom right corner to resize the plugin.
Minimum requirements - macOS 10.13, Windows 10
Feedforward design - The compressor operates in a feedforward design with peak detection. This emulates the characteristics of VCA compressors, known for their versatility.
Delta listen - Hear exactly what the plugin is doing by listening to the delta (aka difference) between the dry and wet signal.
Waveform visualiser - Before/after waveform, gain reduction lines and threshold line. Pause function to freeze waveform. Zoom in/out. Enable/disbale bar and beat lines.
Built-in presets manager - Navigate included presets and save your own presets within the plugin.
Value windows - Exact values of each dial shown on hover.
Low CPU load - Optimized for efficient CPU usage, allowing a large number of instances. CPU load is lower than comparable compressors when optional modules are bypassed.
No license or activation required - Simply download and run the installer
Struggling to find a heavy guitar tone that actually works in a project can be exhausting. You can spend hours stacking different sims and trial-and-error pedals, only to end up with a sound that is too harsh, too muddy, or completely lost once the drums kick in.
Tamazight Metal Amp was designed to solve that frustration immediately. It provides a rock-solid, production-ready foundation that turns your raw DI signal into a crushing, mix-stabilized guitar tone, at zero cost.
This isn’t just a demo; it’s a high-performance engine. Built on the same architecture as our Pro suite, this version offers a streamlined, professional signal path: Pre-Amp Processing → High-Gain Head → Cab Simulation → Surgical EQ → Time-Based FX. You get a fully integrated workflow including a precision noise gate and a built-in tuner to keep your session moving.
Everything under the hood is calibrated for modern heavy music. The core high-gain amp character is paired with three meticulously voiced cabinets to ensure your tracks have the punch and clarity required for high-standard productions. With professional-grade Compressor, Drive, Delay, and Reverb pedals included, you have a complete rig ready for any project.
Features
- Full Guitar Rig in One Plugin: Pre Pedals, Amp Head, Cabinet section, 9-Band EQ, and Post FX in a single streamlined chain.
- Amp Head: Versatile Amp Head that covers most sub-genres of Metal (Trash Metal, Metalcore, Djent, Heavy Metal, Nu-Metal) and even other genres beyond Metal such as Grunge and Punk. (Pro Version includes +2 Amp heads for a total of three distinct amp characters for modern production, thick rhythm, focused lead bite, and rich clean tones)
- Cabinet Section : 3 meticulously voiced cabinet modes (Pro version includes 6 modes and User IR loading)
- Compressor and Drive Pedals: Pre-Amp Pedals that contribute to a more controlled and yet aggressive sound. (Pro Version also includes "The Abyss" pedal)
- Delay and Reverb Pedals: Add more space to your sound with these high quality pedals. (Pro Version also includes "The Stars" pedal)
- Transpose (±12 Semitones): Instant down-tuning, alternate tunings, and creative pitch shifts without leaving your session.
- Tight Noise Gate: Keeps high-gain silent between notes and locks rhythm guitars into a clean, aggressive pocket.
- 9-Band Guitar EQ: Highly relevant frequency bands (62Hz to 16kHz) for precise mix sculpting with ±12 dB control.
- Preset Workflow + A/B Compare: Fast preset browsing, saving, and instant A/B testing to make better tone decisions quickly.
- Preset Library: +20 presets included to cover modern rhythm tones, leads, cleans, and creative FX starting points. (Pro version only includes +50 presets.)
- Built-In Tuner: Tune inside the plugin (with output muting) and keep the workflow moving.
mvMeter is a multivariable meter including RMS, EBUR128, VU and PPM (BBC nad EBU) measurement. mvMeter2 is the successor of mvMeter and adds single/dual meter display, adjustable reference level for all meter modes, adjustable meter delay and preset management.
Features:
- behavior of classic analog VU and PPM meters
- multiple measurement modes: PEAK, RMS, EBU R128, VU and PPM (BBC and EBU)
- multi channel metering: stereo, left, right, mid, side
Isol8 is an advanced mix monitoring tool. It divides the frequency range into 5 bands. These 5 bands can be soloed or muted individually. This will help you to concentrate on certain frequency ranges during the mixing and mastering process.
On top you can use ISLO8 as a flexible multi-band splitter with following complex plugin chains. The split signal can finally be mixed together. Isol8 is originally designed to be used on the master track, but it can also be used on individual audio track busses.
Wurli brings the classic electric piano to life, combining its signature warmth and grit with modern sampling depth and lush atmospheric processing.
About the Instrument
Completing a trio of vintage electric pianos, Wurli captures the unmistakable charm of the classic Wurlitzer electric piano. Recorded from an original model at Nave Studios, it delivers everything from smooth, mellow tones to the signature growl that defined countless soul, pop, and rock records.
With its bespoke Atmosphere Layer, crafted from evolving pads and subtle textures, Wurli goes beyond traditional electric piano sounds. From expressive vintage warmth to immersive cinematic soundscapes, it’s a versatile instrument that bridges timeless character with modern creativity.
In Action
The Interface
Stereo Spread – Increasing the stereo spread will pan the lower notes to the left and the upper notes to the right.
Chorus – Control the intensity of the in-built chorus effect.
Atmosphere – Add an ethereal Atmosphere Layer pad to extend the sonic possibilities of the library.
Reverb – Control the overall volume of the built-in reverb. Click the settings cog for more controls.
Signal – Switch between a DI or amped signal, for a cleaner or more gritty sound.
Mechanical – Control the volume of the acoustic key and release noise picked up from the mics.
Settings Cog – Click the cog to the left of the interface to open up further settings.
Sample Start – Increase the sample start time to reduce latency. Decrease the sample start time for more realism. The latency above is the correct number for the use of negative delay (pre-delay) in your DAW MIDI settings.
Velocity Response – Increase the velocity response to accentuate the volume difference between soft and hard velocities. Reduce the slider to increase the volume of the soft dynamics.
Versatile and completely free plugin designed for people in search of the soulful tone of a modern blues icon.
Mayerism Signature:
A meticulous recreation of the legendary boutique amplifier known for its blooming clean tones and articulate, vocal-like overdrive. Designed to capture the elusive magic of the world's most desired circuits, the Mayerism Signature offers unparalleled touch sensitivity and dynamic range.
Whether you’re chasing glass-like clarity or thick, sustaining lead tones, this amp responds instantly to your volume knob and picking attack, delivering the authentic, three-dimensional sound that so many players chase.
Busboy was designed to serve your mix. It pairs rich, musical high and low shelves with precise high- and low-pass filters, then brings everything together with a compressor that delivers the warmth and cohesion of a classic bus chain. A final limiter adds clean peak control, helping your mixes feel finished, balanced, and under control.
Whether it’s tightening up your master bus, adding punch to drums, or polishing vocals, Busboy gives you pro-sounding results without the endless tweaking. The controls are simple, the response is musical, and the workflow makes mixing feel effortless — the way it should.
Ameaça Vocal é um processamento de efeitos vocais gratuito e abrangente plugin projetado para elevar suas performances vocais a alturas lendárias. Toda grande voz requer não apenas inspiração, mas também as ferramentas certas para moldá-la e amplificá-la, transformando meras vocalizações em momentos inesquecíveis.
Uma musa e uma ameaça para cada voz
O som que associamos aos nossos vocalistas favoritos é mais do que apenas a voz pura: é uma mistura de inspiração e design de som especializado. Ameaça Vocal atua como seu parceiro no caos, transformando sua voz com uma mistura de distorção, ecos e outros efeitos que empurram seus limites criativos. É o equilíbrio entre dor e prazer, conflito e resolução, permitindo que você crie uma interação dinâmica de som que envolva você e seu público.
Quer você esteja buscando um aprimoramento sutil ou uma destruição vocal completa, Ameaça Vocal é seu megafone — sua ferramenta para transformar a expressão vocal crua em algo adverso, mas reconfortante. Este plugin garante que sua voz não será apenas ouvida, mas sentida, criando momentos musicais poderosos e evocativos que permanecem na mente.
Desbloqueie todo o potencial da sua voz com Ameaça Vocal, o parceiro perfeito para artistas que buscam levar seus vocais a novos territórios de expressão criativa.
A beautiful Steinway Grand from Mediatech Institute in Dallas, TX
ByJon Meyer
The story
I sampled the Steinway Grand at Mediatech Institute in Dallas, TX using a blend of Coles 4038’s, U47 clones and KM 84’s recorded through an SSL console.
I taught a music production class at Mediatech for close to 5 years. I spent most of my free moments at this piano. I focused on trying to make the sound as tight and warm as possible. The microphones were placed close to the soundboard and more attention was paid to the quieter velocity samples.
