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Get 'em here: https://vstbuzz.com/freebies/ Warning! Some products require full Kontakt. Some don't. You still have to check system requirements yourself!

Obvious ripoff. Another supposedly "free" product where I have to pay for Internet service to download their installer program to download the "free" program, and there's something about how I have to buy a whole new USB hard drive to license this "free" thing. I looked and it says I have to upgrade my system to Windows 7, so there's another pile of money I'd have to shell out for this "free" product. I look at the name of this company, "Audio Media Research," and I can tell how they're planning on making money by putting this "free program" on my hard drive. They're not even hiding it. Research=data collection, audio media=sound, so they're in the business of collecting sound. And they're enforcing it with another BS DEMO MODE torture scheme. What if I accidentally unplug my USB hard drive in the middle of tracking at an expensive high tech studio with no internet connection and it goes into DEMO MODE? DEMO MODE is an iron boot stomping on the face of a penniless musician, forever. I would rather be forced to sit through a grainy 30-second video of furries playing hopscotch every time the program starts than face the possibility of DEMO MODE. Furthermore, I demand that in the future, nobody waste my valuable time by posting "deals" that require in-app purchases, upgrading my OS beyond Vista, greater than 4G of RAM, iLok or any other USB device, ownership of any software (even CakeBlab, which I refuse to use since they decided to start giving away the program that I'd been paying honest money for), surrendering my email address, or connecting my DAW or any other computer to the internet to download or register. (kidding, I'm kidding)?

For Melda installs, I just set my the folder for 32 bit plugins to my Windows temp folder. Then I have a script that runs in the evening that clears out the temp folder. 32bit plugins are banned from my PC

Hi We've just put up the video for the latest track of our new album - as you might guess from the title, a little bit of prog rock!! Hope you enjoy Cheers Nigel

Just heard back from Lukas... Quote It was a graphic glitch that has been repaired. If you wish to update the graphic so it says 1.02, pls download the file again.The link has been updated, sorry for the inconvenience. Lukas Unquote Now that's quick service!

https://vstbuzz.com/freebies/sonatina-symphonic-orchestra/ One of the greatest freebies ever. Check the demos by Aura Qualic.

Blame it on me? Blame it on you? Blame it on Mr and Mrs Jones? No! Blame it on EDITH!

@Noel Borthwick @scook @Starship Krupa I sent this to @Ben Staton (who is working on this) as soon as I found this out, but I have a massive development for the OpenGL/GUI hanging issues and figured you guys might be curious (and Noel might want to be looped in). For background, I have a second display...an LG32LF500b television connected via HDMI. This is what I primarily open CbB on, as my laptop screen is nearly half the size and it's so much nicer having a bigger display. On a hunch, I opened CbB and both VTM and Eiosis Deesser on my primary laptop screen for the first time in forever, and they worked perfectly. I then opened CbB and inserted the plugins on my secondary (TV) screen once again, and the original problem reliably persisted once again. I then crosschecked and repeated the process on my laptop's screen, and the plugins again ran perfectly. So I was faced with the question....is the problem the TV, or is the problem the act of running CbB/plugins on a second display at all? So I then connected my wife's MSI Optix G27C2 to my laptop as an extended display. The problem persisted on that as well. Keeping the Optix connected, I once again crosschecked by running CbB and the plugins on my laptop/home screen. They ran beautifully. I ran one last test..I opened CbB on my home screen and opened up VTM, but then dragged VTM to the second display. The freeze/hang was reproduced instantly. It appears some OpenGL-powered plugins' GUIs have a problem running on a second display, period. Why, I have no idea...as I've mentioned before, I have no problem admitting I'm no developer...but that seems like a pretty big development [lmao, no pun intended]. The saga continues.......lol. Not gonna lie; I'm pretty proud of my detective work right now. Lol.

Hello, 3 Extremely well crafted music videos done by the EXCELLENT Markus Törmänen aka: Tremendouz JM

Some plug-ins need large look ahead buffers to work. Often plug-ins that introduce latency have some mention of it in their documentation. These plug-ins are designed for mixing and mastering where latency is not an issue. They are not designed for tracking. Linear phase EQs need a large look ahead buffer. The Cakewalk L-Phase EQ is no exception. The plug-in has an option to reduce its buffer by setting the Precision to Non-Linear in the Expert menu (page 19 of the LP EQ help). The good news is linear phase EQ settings may not be the best choice for tracks anyway. The internal clock setting may be used any time the project is MIDI only. If there is ANY audio coming from the DAW (including the audio metronome), the clock is set to audio.

Yes , that was a pretty fun listen .. I notice you are using an Iconic Boomer song from my day to get the message across ? There is room for improvement but either way I happen to like music with humor so I was glad I listened to this .. Clever stuff .....Good job Kenny

I have this free Piano, which is nice. There's also Wolno and the Soft and Modular Pianos from Spitfire LABS. This Spring Piano by Chri Henson and Fred Rembrandt is also pretty good, and finally, there's the Piano in 162 by Ivy Audio. As for paid stuff, I mostly use the Grand Piano patch from my Roland SD-50, the SCVA or the Palette Orchestral Sketchpad. There's also stuff that was included when I purchased my Arturia Keylab Essential that works to that effect. If you're looking for an affordable one, the Mini-Grand by AIR Music technology is around $9.99 right now.

On the sunshine On the moonlight On the good times On the boogie

Coffee people are a bit weird. It's like some kind of cult without the creepy leader.

I've been lobbying (for a good while) for a static "Clip Gain" parameter. ? This static clip-gain parameter would ideally scale the waveform up/down. This makes it quick/easy to level out the volume of tracks. Clip Gain Envelope works... but it's a slower process (and no waveform scaling).

I find the best way to do this is to change the clip envelope - I know it sounds like using an envelope, but it doesn't actually involve drawing one. If you change the filter on the clip to Clip Gain, then hold the CTRL key down, you can move the volume up and down for the clip. As this just affects the clip, you're still free to use volume automation for the track independently: You can of course do this with the track volume as well, but this will be overridden by any fader changes or track volume automation.

I recommend checking out Brian Eno's OBLIQUE STRATEGIES quotes... Originally released as a deck of cards with 500 quotes, these have grown and been updated. I've put them into a text file that you can conveniently use to replace the stock built in ones in Cakewalk. (We added affirmations to the startup toast notifications last year) To check these out, simply copy the attached ProjectOpenNotification.txt file to this folder: %APPDATA%\Cakewalk\Cakewalk Core Just type that path into the Windows search bar and it should take you to that folder. Then save the attached text file to that folder. This will override the default built in notifications. You should get a sometimes cryptic but always thoughtful random oblique quote the next time you open a project file. (assuming that you have notifications enabled in preferences | customization | display) You can even add your own quotes to that list or make up your own list of creativity tips. I've had these on for a long time now and they never fail to entertain or inspire. YMMV PS: The original Oblique Strategies deck is still available from Brian's website. ProjectOpenNotification.txt

Received an email about this killer deal: Native Instruments is having a half-price sale (until December 9) where you can get Kontakt for as little as $124.50. I did this the last time this offer came out. Here's how it works: If you have any third party Kontakt Player library (I have a few of these), then you qualify for a "Crossgrade Discount." Normally that takes the price from $399 to $249. But since they're having a half price sale, the price goes to $124.50. Go here: https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/samplers/kontakt-6/pricing/?mc_cid=d4e559f10b&mc_eid=4f1d162509 Then for "Version," select "Crossgrade. You'll need to log in so that they can see that you do own a qualifying library. Happy Hoildays!

Hybrid Tools Eternal Darkness is on sale (unlisted) for $98 https://8dio.com/instrument/hybrid-tools-eternal-darkness-for-kontakt-vst-au-aax/ IIRC that should cover the Century Harps "gift" deal, assuming you're in the market for yet another damn hybrid instrument. I'm not, so can't confirm if spending exactly $98 gets you the bonus.

Cool concept. (Is it still okay to say "cool?" asks the Boomer) The lyrics were kind of muffled/indistinct so I didn't catch a lot of the words so maybe providing the lyrics in text form would be helpful. I really liked that you used the old Allan Sherman song, the Hello muddah, hello faddah bit tying in so well with the message.

Gary Well the vocal sounded pretty good to me. I have a couple of de-essers and I can never get them to work well for me. Sometimes I just split the waveform around the ess and reduce the volume. Kind of hit and miss though. Craig Anderton has written about vocal techniques. Here's one of them: https://www.soundonsound.com/techniques/how-make-your-vocals-twice-good-part-1

Part of the problem might be that the velocity curve of the keyboard doesn't suit you. I was using that keyboard and out of the box, they can have an unflattering velocity curve, It can max out the velocities of the instruments with little pressure on the keyboard making them sound a bit loud and harsh, especially if you are a hard player. I changed it to a softer one, you'll have to consult the manual about doing this as I have forgotten how to do it. I believe it has 4 to choose from. Velocity curves are an individual choice depending on how hard or soft you like to play.

I don' believe the MIDI spec has anything to say about keeping controllers together with notes they're intended to affect when editing in a sequencer, but there's an option in the Controller menu of the PRV to 'Select Controllers Along with Notes' that will help with this. What are you trying to do with LSBs? I believe these are usually implemented as part of RPN or NRPN messages which Cakewalk supports.

That's really good, I wasn't sure I heard the first phrase correctly but I'm glad that blues are universal no matter where you wind up leaving everything. ?

I understand there are some not experienced users and it's completely ok. Nobody ever blame them or developers wanting to help them. But there is the simplest under the sun solution just provide choices somewhere while keeping default install with everything everywhere. There are many examples in software world for that. With an info like 'if you are unsure just keep on defaults'. There is no valid explanation for approach like 'because some of users don't know what they have and what they want let's install everything everywhere without asking and choices for ALL users' Please let me name this approach - it is pure lame... Something they should be shamed of... I ma really tired of lame install after which I must clean my disks again and again... I tried just to forbid access to some places like Steinberg, Avid etc dirs... but guess what... The latest, newest technology from Waves, Wave Central. was unable to work properly and install plugins... So probably I would need to create a script running once per a week or so to clean all those dirs ?

^^^DITTO

#Wibbles Re: 'confused' Road, River and Rail ===> Princess of the Night 'Princess of the Night' is a tune about a steam locomotive

Next week we will be releasing ANOTHER FREE Expansion pack to owners of Riff Generation: Outside In Edition. Current owners and those that purchase before Thursday, Dec 12 will receive an email with download instructions for the new Expansion on Thursday, Dec 12. If you don’t yet have Riff Generation: Outside In Edition, consider picking it up now, as the price is currently discounted AND includes the Guitar Expansion at no extra cost (this will also get you the Chimes Expansion when it is released). ABOUT the Chimes Expansion: From soothing melodic patterns to clangorous pulsing riffs this collection covers a wide range of glass, steel and metallic sounds. Similar to the Guitar Expansion, the Chimes Expansion includes an additional 50 Snapshot presets. A short video that demonstrates ten of the 50 presets can be viewed HERE

That's the second free expansion they've provided since I bought it. Seem like an excellent company. Also, it doesn't need full Kontakt!

Love to get me some more Slate. Really love those plugins.

Thanks guys for taking the time to comment ... I'm made up Steve

In the old forum, whenever I'd come across a memorable post I'd paste it into a text file. Got some doozies in there. But not a single entry has been gleaned from the new forum. Here's a reminder of how it used to be... And let's not forget this classic: We just don't see that sort of humor around here anymore, and I have to agree with Mike's assessment: "noice!", indeed. Fortunately, we still have Gearslutz for our daily doses of entertaining malarkey. Yes, I said "malarkey". Not a political endorsement.

it must be called FG some tyo be from slate .... lol this one not from slate imho with the mask of V on it ? this is what gets me interested the most lol

A tasting of the full Palette Orchestral VST...FREE (but they request a small donation) NOTE: Requires FULL Kontakt 5.6.8 or above https://redroomaudio.com/product/palette-primary-colors/?fbclid=IwAR2m_nPO05XVZU_dn7MDU-bRZ6QEysCbFzZ1ZtItYiJNs74wRehdgom366Y

https://music.apple.com/us/album/snow-lands-single/1488028256?app=apple music&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 https://www.deezer.com/es/album/119068452 Im working in a videoclip for it,i'll give you the link when be ready.Thanks anyway!

Thank you

@congalocke Interesting comparisons, thanks for listening and commenting and for enjoying the journey.

Long story short: It depends on what you have and what you want. I don't think anything in the free bank is a must have for anyone that doesn't already have one of the other major amp sims. However, if you are interested in one of the Peavey or Budda amps (I like the Classic 30 for example) you might want to download Revalver so you can demo that model.

OK, one more; I picked up Heavyocity’s Mosaic Keys and can’t wait to spend more time with these! My first experience with playing it sounds really amazing.

This almost has a Gregg Allman feel to it. very cool?

To my ears it had a bit of a reggae vibe to it - I really enjoyed it. I always like your lead vocal - you do a good job there. Nice job Freddy - cheers.

Hi Kenny, This is beautifully mixed -- I love those melancholy sounds and you performed everything with taste and wonderful tone (as usual for you). A fine piece of work, my friend. ~~Allan

great horns man. Love the guitar solo too.

Who would have thought a shopping basket sign would become a song? Love the brass and guitar. Well done!

@Jim Fogle Gave a really good in-depth explanation. In summary, Bandlab's mix editor is an online sharing program with limited features, Cakewalk by Bandlab is a professional full fledged DAW.

First, welcome to the forum and to Cakewalk by BandLab or CbB for short. I should mention I know more about Cakewalk by BandLab than I do about BandLab itself. That is because I have been using predecessors to Cakewalk for many years but have not investigated BandLab much so I am not very familiar with the online product. One difference between BandLab's online product and CbB is BandLab is an online service while CbB is offline. As an online product BandLab is bound to the internet so if there is no internet there is no product to play with. But, when there is an internet connection you can access BandLab using any device with a Chrome browser. Likewise all files are stored online or in the cloud. If you do not have an internet connection you can not access your files. Cakewalk by BandLab exists on Windows 7, 8, 8.1 or 10 64 bit laptop or desktop computers as a standalone program. As a standalone program the internet is not needed. Files are stored offline and in storage maintained by your computer. The BandLab Assistant facilitates file transfers between the internet and the standalone program to provide a method to authorize and update the program. If I remember correctly BandLab is limited to 12 tracks. Cakewalk by BandLab has no built-in track limit. That's all I can think of right now. I'll let some other users chime in.

These are my go to's...LOVE Amplesound!!!

These are very good plugins, and keep getting better. I got into an interesting conversation with newer musicians, but the bottom line was to the effect of "gear is expensive, requires care, tuning, storage and more skill to use and especially record properly... plugins are often far cheaper, never need tuning, "record" cleaner, can be adjusted after recording more easily and can be stored in far less space... it really comes down to what you really want to achieve, and how much you want to spend." I jumped onboard with AmpleSound last year because I needed a 12-string acoustic, and hate tuning them... even at FULL price, AG12 was $500 cheaper than the cheapest real 12-string I would have bought. Also, for those interested, it is difficult to detemine % savings as you add plugins to your order, so I just updated a chart I made last year. The break point is at 3 plugins, and is pretty consistent regardless of "which" ones you choose. Note: The NON-sale version of this graph has the same curve, and is slightly steeper for the first part (0%, 16%, 33% for the first 3 versus 20%, 33%, 46% when on sale); but the second part is only 12% lower (more expensive) than the sale prices (basically, best "bang for the buck" is 3 in either case, but missing a sale will only cost you 12% more if you miss a sale cycle).

I agree... Samplitude started out as a really advanced (realtime) audio editing application. It had many realtime processing options decades ago... which was revolutionary back then. I'd LOVE to see that "Static Clip Gain" control added to CbB. I'm mixing a project for a client as we speak... and it would certainly help speed up the process. Yes, I can work around it... but it's not the same. It would be a huge time saver.