DAWJunkie releases Peggio – Arpeggiator Synth Plugin (VST, AU & AAX)

DAWJunkie has released Peggio, a synth with a high powered arpeggiator with step sequencer functionality. It creates crisp or crunchy rhythmic and melodic sounds for your productions.

Peggio is just pure rhythmic fun. Just randomly draw something on the arpeggiator and hear what happens. It’s crisp, it’s melodic, it just inspires us to make music. We hope you like it too.

Features

  • 2 clean and musical oscillators, one common waveforms, and the other is a wavetable synth with 15 wavetables.
  • Full filter section with 5 filter choices.
  • Customizable arpeggiator with step sequencer functionality.
  • 6 sample tracks to layer your sounds.
  • Fun pitch control customizations.
  • Complete effects section with saturation, bit-crusher, compressor, phaser, delay and reverb.
  • 100 factory presets crafted from Steve C (synth creator).

Pricing

Normally $49, during the introductory period you can get Peggio for $9.95.

It’s available for macOS and Windows in VST2, VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats.

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Igor Vasiliev updates VintageRack – Easy Vintage Vibe Effects App to v2.2 for iOS and macOS

Igor Vasiliev has updated VintageRack – Easy Vintage Vibe Effects App for iOS and macOS to version 2.2. They say:

VintageRack is a minimalistic and convenient multi-effect application that contains modules realistically modeling notable retro gear from the early digital era with their inherent aesthetics and atmosphere. Most of the effects in this application have been inspired and based on the principles of actual hardware from the 70s and 80s, which is great for giving the sound of any instrument the nostalgic and emotional mood of old recordings.

Changes:

  • New unified parameter panel for faster access to all module controls.
  • Knobs now control a single parameter each.
  • List‑based controls use convenient popup menus.
  • Added module activity and clipping indicators.
  • New full preset list with preset renaming.
  • Preset names now appear on on‑screen preset pads.
  • Delay and Reverse Delay support time in seconds or beats.
  • Additional waveforms for modulation LFOs.
  • New response mode added to the auto filter.
  • Added internal BPM panel; AUv3 now syncs BPM from host.
  • Refined user interface and improved workflow.
  • Optimized audio engine.
  • Expanded and updated effect module documentation.

Price: $14.99 in the App Store. Demos and reviews: motion-soundscape.blogspot.com

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Test de la pédale Electro Harmonix Big Muff Pi 2

Test de la pédale Electro Harmonix Big Muff Pi 2

La Big Muff Pi 2 Dual OP-Amp est une pédale de distorsion-fuzz de la marque new-yorkaise Electro Harmonix. Après être resté dans les archives de Bob Myer, ingénieur de la marque, pendant plus de quarante ans, son schéma a été redécouvert par Daniel Danger et Josh Scott en 2021. Josh Scott, patron de JHS Pedals, aidé par les équipes d’Electro Harmonix, a donc eu l’idée et l’envie de sortir cette pédale qui n’avait jamais vu le jour. La Big Muff Pi 2 Dual OP-Amp était née… Lire la suite sur Audiofanzine

Initial Audio releases SourceLab 2.0 featuring new Skin & Plugin Editor

Initial Audio has announced the release of SourceLab 2.0, a major update to their flagship hybrid virtual instrument for macOS and Windows.

SourceLab 2.0 combines wavetable synthesis, sampling, and loop slicing into a unified 6-layer engine. Version 2.0 introduces a drag-and-drop Skin Editor, comprehensive MIDI CC mapping, and expansive new library additions, positioning it as a complete platform for sound design.

New in SourceLab Version 2.0:

  • Skin & Plugin Editor:
    • Users can now create completely customized audio plugin UIs.
    • With 25+ professional skins included, users can drag, drop, and design their workspace with access to all engine parameters—no scripting required.
  • MIDI CC Learn & Mapper:
    • Right-click any parameter to enter ‘learn’ state and instantly map it to external hardware.
    • A dedicated MIDI Mapper page manages all connections.
  • AI Wavetables & SFZ Support:
    • Generate unique wavetables instantly using AI.
    • Additionally, users can now drag and drop .sfz Soundfontz files directly onto a Source or the Sample Mapper.

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Pricing & Availability

SourceLab 2.0 is available immediately for Windows (10/11) and macOS (10.13+, native Apple Silicon supported) in VST3, AU, AAX, and Standalone formats:

  • Introductory Price: $119.00 (Regularly $169.00).
  • Existing Customers: Receive an extra 25% off (~$85) by logging into their account.
  • License: Perpetual license, includes all 4 factory expansions and lifetime free updates.

A fully functional free demo is available to download. No registration required.

4 Free Expansions Included

Check out the demo videos for the included factory expansions:

Watch R&B Forever Demo

Watch Synthwave Demo

Watch Chrome Sun Demo

Watch Trap Memphis Demo

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