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ACE Studio continues to push AI music production forward with a major expansion of its AI Instruments lineup. One of the most exciting additions is the introduction of AI String Sections, developed in collaboration with the Budapest Art Orchestra. Rather than relying on traditional sample libraries, these new string ensembles are designed to capture the […]

If you’re into heavy guitar tones, there’s a new free plugin that deserves a spot in your collection. Aurora DSP has just released GRIM3, a compact overdrive pedal plugin designed to tighten up your sound before it hits an amp sim. What makes GRIM3 interesting is that it goes beyond a typical boost pedal. Alongside

If you’re always on the lookout for useful free mixing tools, Violet Crown is a new plugin worth checking out. Developed by M Media Audio, this free channel strip combines a straightforward three-band EQ with an RMS compressor, making it a handy option for both individual tracks and bus processing. What I like about Violet

In this video I share the best new releases of the 4th week of may 2026 in vst effect plugins, vst instruments for mac, pc, linux, sample packs & some great new deals in audio plugins. All links included. Some of these tools and deals are free for a limited time, so go right away

UB DSP has just released Vowel Blender, a creative formant-filter effect that takes a different approach to vowel processing. Instead of relying on preset vowel morphs and static controls, the plugin lets you explore vowel sounds through an interactive XY pad, turning formant filtering into something that feels much more hands-on. What immediately stands out