Cradle releases State Machine Playtime free virtual instrument

 

Cradle State Machine Playtime

Cradle has released a new State Machine series plugin created to inspire child-like creative freedom.

Featuring the sounds of a wide collection of children’s musical toys and playful timbres, Playtime comes with 40 presets of enchanting sounds and a curated collection of audio and MIDI effects that perfectly complement the instrument.

Whether you want to add a whimsical touch to your next production or get creative with sound design, Playtime is the perfect partner to join you on your next musical field trip.

State Machine Playtime is free to download in VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats for Windows and Mac.

https://cradle.app/products/state-machine-playtime/

MelAI version 0.3.0

Use the power of AI to create amazing melodies

Unlimited inspiration available in 11 different styles.

Ready to compose great melodies? Download the vst plugin for free (limited time only).

Compose melodies in your favorite DAW with the MelAI VST plugin.

https://kafkastudios.com

Just a Sample: Free audio sampler for Windows, Mac & Linux.

 

Binyamin Friedman (BOBONA) has released a new audio sampler with a focus on simplicity and ease of use. Free and open-source, Just a Sample comes with powerful playback controls. It is designed to help you navigate effortlessly.

I spent a lot of time on this project, and I think it will be a great addition to your plugin collection.

Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux in VST3/AU. If you want to show your appreciation, write a nice comment and spread the word to your fellow creatives!

Just a Sample features

• Smoothly zoom in to the level of individual samples to set bounds as accurately as you need. Waveform drawing is optimized for large samples.
• Integrated Bungee time stretcher allows for freely modulating time and pitch independently. Try extreme slow-downs (0.01x) for unique sounds.
• Modern navigation controls allow for easy browsing of waveforms with touchpad or mouse.
• A routable FX chain includes reverb, chorus, distortion, and EQ for easy sound design.
• Waveform Mode activates when small bounds are set, looping the waveform periodically like a wavetable synth. This turns Just a Sample into a unique tone generator.
• Easily modify attack and release curves.
• Includes equal power cross-fade looping with separate attack and release sample portions.
• Supports pitch bend and fine-tuning.
• Disable antialiasing for a gritty LoFi effect.
• Record samples directly into the sampler.
• Store samples directly in plugin state to remove dependencies (can be disabled).
• Auto-tune to A440 (experimental, works best on simple sounds).

The sampler is available to download for Windows, Mac and Linux in VST3 and AU plugin formats.

https://bobona.github.io/just-a-sample/

Acustica Audio offers TH2 virtual synthesizer for FREE.

Acustica Audio offers TH2 virtual synthesizer for FREE

Acustica Audio is offering free entry-level virtual instrument that brings the sound of its recent Thing polysynth inspired by one of the most iconic synthesizers of the 1980s.

TH2 features POLY2 mode for polyphony, 6 VCF filter modes, customizable envelopes, AGE control for vintage character, and SUB control for deep low-end shaping. The synth comes with over 100 professional presets.

Every year, Acustica Audio celebrates its loyal community with an exclusive gift. This year, we proudly present TH2, a versatile synthesizer plugin that brings the iconic sound of our THING-8 series to a new, compact format.

Whether you’re a professional producer or a casual enthusiast, TH2 delivers exceptional sound design capabilities with polyphonic and monophonic modes, inspired by vintage analog tones. TH2 is available completely free of charge and offers exceptional versatility for any music production setup.

The synth is available in VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats for Windows and Mac.

https://www.acustica-audio.com/home

Soft Drums Lite

 

Soft Drums Lite

Revisit Jon’s original Soft Drums prototype, now reimagined as Soft Drums Lite. Designed to capture the unique essence of the in-between, this lite version delivers drum sounds that sit perfectly in your mix—ideal for music that needs just the right touch.

https://somervillesounds.com/softdrumslite/