Plugins Reviews

One of the most hotly-anticipated softsynths of a decade ago gets an update. But after ten years, is D16’s Lush 2 still relevant in 2023? Oh yes

Whether you’re scoring a film or scouting for evocative textures, Spitfire has a dramatic new proposition to capture your imagination

Creating the perfect felted upright piano takes time, perseverance and four layers of vertical felt!

Bored of programming via the piano roll? Try jazzing up your riffs with this inventive step sequencer that can host VST instruments

Not your everyday delay. AIR Delay Pro brings bundles of otherworldly shaping options to the table, and serves up a hat-trick of unique additions

Ever wanted to create classic drum machine and vintage drum grooves but don’t have the know-how? We may have just the thing…

Baby Audio has set the effects world on fire with a string of top releases. Can it do the same for synths with its first instrument plugin?

Google’s AI-powered, browser-based tool uses machine learning to generate an infinite variety of sounds. Is this the future of sound design or just a gimmick?

The recently updated Chordjam offers a ‘smart’ way to create chord progressions. We ask if this is songwriting on easy mode or something more?

Finding the perfect high-pitched bash for your cinematic or orchestral productions requires elbow grease. Spitfire is here to lend a hand