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UDO Audio DMNO Is Finally Here
UDO Audio revealed the DMNO at Machina Bristronica 2025 in Bristol, and the reaction was immediate. As of March 20, 2026, the synth has started shipping to retailers. First units are going to pre-order customers, so availability may be limited at first. UDO AUDIO DMNO Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, We’ll get a small kickback - at no extra cost to you. It helps us keep Noise Harmony going. Thank you! What is UDO Audio DMNO? DMNO
Noise Harmony
Mar 233 min read


What Are the Best Synthesizers for Beginners in 2026?
Getting your first synthesizer is always a bit of a shock. Many people buy one, get overwhelmed after a few days, and stop using it. Choosing the right first instrument really decides whether you stick with it or give up. But when you find the right one, it becomes the instrument you come back to every single time. You look at it and think: why are there so many knobs… and do we really need all of them? Which is exactly what this Best Synthesizers for Beginners - 2026 Guide i
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Mar 1917 min read


Waldorf Music Announces the Iridium Desktop MK2
Waldorf Music introduces the Iridium Desktop MK2 , the new generation of the highly acclaimed Iridium Desktop synthesizer, originally launched in 2020. Used and embraced by countless artists and sound designers since its release, Waldorf Music is now, six years later, taking its sonic success story even further. Waldorf Music Iridium Desktop MK2 Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to you. It
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Mar 54 min read


Korg KAOSS PAD V Returns With Dual Touch Control
Thirteen years is a long time in music technology. The last proper KAOSS PAD dropped in 2013, and since then, Korg’s been experimenting with the concept in different forms: the portable KAOSS Replay and the buildable NTS-3 kit. But the real deal, the flagship touch-based effects unit that made the series famous, has been sitting on the sidelines. Until now. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cos

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Jan 174 min read


u-he Zebra 3 Public Beta Released
u-he has released Zebra 3, the long-awaited modular synth plugin, into public beta. After more than a decade of development, according to u-he, this complete rewrite brings new sound engines, enhanced filters, and a modern interface to one of synthesis’s most respected tools. u-he Zebra 3 Also check: U-he Diva Free Presets – 20 Sounds for Electronic, Techno, Synthwave and More U-he DIVA – Is This the Queen Among Virtual Synthesizers in 2025? | Review Tips and Tricks to Master

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Dec 10, 20253 min read


Soundtoys Ultimate Plugin Collection – 23 Pro FX Plugins at a Great Price
The Ultimate Plugin Collection brings together the entire Soundtoys ecosystem: 23 plugins including SuperPlate, Decapitator, EchoBoy, Crystallizer, SpaceBlender, and many others. If you’ve ever wondered why so many professionals swear by Soundtoys, this bundle answers the question in one install. And yes: you don’t need an iLok USB stick. A free iLok account is enough. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at

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Nov 28, 20252 min read


Best Audio Plugin Deals of the Week
Black Friday is creeping up fast, but the good news? You don’t have to wait until the big day to score killer deals, because Plugin Boutique isn’t slowing down and is already spoiling us with Black Friday discounts. Right now is already a golden moment to scoop up some serious savings on the plugins you’ve had your eye on. We’ve pulled together the strongest deals happening right now across amp modelling, bass synthesis, compression, creative effects, and more. IK Multimedia

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Nov 16, 20255 min read


Best Plugin Deals You Need to Know Before They're Gone
Plugin sales move quickly. One day there’s an 84% discount on something that’s been sitting on your wishlist, and the next, it’s gone. We’ve rounded up the best deals available right now, covering amp simulation, drum production, dynamic EQ, vocal processing, and more. If you’ve been waiting to update your plugin library, now’s a smart time to do it. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I’ll get a small kickback — at no extra cost to yo

Noise Harmony
Oct 25, 20253 min read


What Are 5 Serum 2 Tips You Probably Didn’t Know?
Serum 2 is full of small features that are easy to miss. Some of them are hidden behind right-click menus, while others are tucked away in corners of the interface. If you know where to look, you can unlock new ways of shaping your sounds. Here are five Serum 2 tips that show both what the feature does and exactly where you can find it. Xfer Serum 2 Also check: 17 Advanced Tips for Serum 2 | FREE E-BOOK Learn Serum 2 in 10 Minutes: A Quickstart Guide for Beginners Introduci

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Aug 20, 20253 min read


Can AI Violin Replace Sample Libraries? We Tried ACE Studio and Here’s What Happened
[Sponsored] How many times have you stopped working on a soundtrack just because programming articulations or setting up keyswitches was...

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Jul 8, 20253 min read


17 Advanced Serum 2 Tips for Better Sound Design
This free E-BOOK shows 17 advanced tips of sound design in Serum 2 . You’ll learn how to push modulation further, shape sound directly at the oscillator level, and create patches that react and transform in real time. It also explains how to use keytracked granular settings, turn samples into wavetables and take full advantage of Serum ’s routing and MIDI features. Serum 2 | FREE E-BOOK Also check: Learn Serum 2 in 10 Minutes: A Quickstart Guide for Beginners A New Update fo

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May 26, 20254 min read


Learn Serum 2 in 10 Minutes: A Quickstart Guide for Beginners
If Serum 2 looks confusing to you, you’re not alone. It’s packed with features, and when you first open it, it can feel like too much —...

Noise Harmony
May 26, 20252 min read


AI in Music: Threat or Tool?
In the last few years, artificial intelligence has started to step more boldly into the world of music. It creates samples, composes, and...

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May 3, 20254 min read


Xfer Records’ Serum 2 Dream Horizon: New Presets Pack from Noise Harmony
Xfer Records’ Serum 2 continues to evolve as one of the most versatile wavetable synthesizers in modern production, and the Dream...

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May 2, 20252 min read


Is It Okay to Use Synth Presets in Sound Design?
Is it okay to use pre-made synth presets ? This topic often comes up in producer circles, and opinions vary. The truth is, it’s all about your personal approach. If you enjoy sound design, you might prefer making your own patches. But presets can also be valuable tools for inspiration and efficiency—every producer and even legends use them in their own way to shape unique sounds. Let’s find out why! Behringer DeepMind 6 Also check: Is the Korg Minilogue XD Good for Beginners

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Mar 14, 20253 min read


Stay Tuned: Sounds Forged in the Flames of Hell!
We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming new pack from Noise Harmony. Feel the Sounds Forged in the Flames of Hell —a pack designed for...

Noise Harmony
Dec 22, 20241 min read


Can You Mix Using Only FabFilter Pro-Q 4?
How far can you take it with just one plugin? That’s the question we’re exploring today in a unique challenge: mixing an entire session using only FabFilter’s Pro-Q4 . If you’re familiar with FabFilter, you know their tools are powerful and versatile, but could one EQ plugin handle every aspect of a mix? When we first talked about the release of Pro-Q 4 , we focused on its functionality and versatility. Today, we’re taking a closer look at just how much can be achieved with t

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Dec 21, 20243 min read


FabFilter Pro-Q 4 Plugin Released
FabFilter has introduced Pro-Q 4 , the newest update to their popular equalizer plugin. This version brings several significant...

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Dec 18, 20243 min read


SSL X-Orcism II: Free Halloween Voice Changer and Sound Design Plug-In
X-Orcism II : Voices from the Crypt Plug-In is a FREE, Halloween-themed voice changer from SSL (Solid State Logic) that offers a...

Noise Harmony
Oct 26, 20241 min read
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