Music Production Blog

Steinberg Cubase 16 introduces intelligent upgrades across audio editing, MIDI editing and flexible processing tools. For Cubase producers, the changes could affect workflows from beatmaking and recording to... productlondon.com/steinberg-…

iZotope Photon is a newly reported GPU-powered stem-separation tool for ARA-compatible DAW workflows and desktop use, with built-in restoration features. A practical option to watch for remixing, sample extraction,... productlondon.com/izotope-ph…

Behringer has teased the $200 POLYKEYS 61 MIDI controller, with 61 mini keys, polyphonic aftertouch and a ribbon controller. For compatible software instruments, it could offer more expressive per-note modulation,... productlondon.com/behringer-…

Music Tribe has released the source code for Behringer IGNITE, covering its application, audio engine and hardware communication protocol. For MIDI and CV/Gate users, it opens the sequencer's workflow to inspection,... productlondon.com/behringer-…

Morningdew Media has released MorningDAW, a free DAW for macOS, Windows and Linux. It gives producers another no-cost route into recording and music creation, with the practical workflow details now the key... productlondon.com/morningdew…

Erica Synths has made the LXR-02 digital desktop drum synthesizer open source, opening scope for custom sound design, workflow modifications and community-led firmware projects. productlondon.com/erica-synt…

OP-XY OS 1.2.0 adds the Drumline drum synthesizer and multichannel USB-C audio, giving producers more onboard beat-making options and separate-part routing into computer-based recording, mixing and performance... productlondon.com/op-xy-os-1…

Akai has launched the MPK Mini Plus II: a 37-key controller with pressure-sensitive RGB MPC pads, MPC Standalone and Desktop integration, plus USB-C, five-pin MIDI and CV/Gate. A compact option for DAW, hardware and... productlondon.com/akai-mpk-m…

Technics has introduced the SL-1210MKX with expanded pitch-adjustment ranges and reverse playback. A practical update for turntablists, vinyl DJs and producers building hybrid performance workflows. productlondon.com/technics-s…

Music By Mattie has released magic.METER, a free vocal-analysis plugin that compares vocal mix measurements against data from 3,054 hit songs. A useful reference tool for vocal balance, provided it supports rather... productlondon.com/music-by-m…

DistroKid has confirmed it removed tracks following claims from Universal Music Group. Independent producers should keep ownership records, sample clearances and collaborator permissions ready if a release is challenged. productlondon.com/distrokid-…

SQ8L has returned as a free unofficial 64-bit beta for macOS, Windows and Linux. The Ensoniq SQ-80 emulation was previously limited to 32-bit Windows VST, but producers should factor in its beta and reconstructed... productlondon.com/sq8l-64-bi…

Orra Audio has released Orra Key, a free macOS and Windows plugin that detects sample and loop keys, previews compatible chords and exports MIDI chords via drag and drop. A practical utility for building around... productlondon.com/orra-key-f…

Arturia has released the free AstroLab 2.0 firmware update, adding Sound Edit, 60+ new sounds, new instruments and performance improvements. A practical update for producers and live performers who want more control... productlondon.com/arturia-as…

Bubblegum is a free polyphonic pitch-editing plugin that can move, tune and stretch individual notes inside chords. It could give producers and mix engineers a more accessible way to correct pitch and timing in... productlondon.com/bubblegum-…

The US Copyright Office has launched an inquiry into music-streaming fraud. For producers and rightsholders, fraudulent plays can dilute the royalty pools paid from legitimate streams. No specific remedies have been... productlondon.com/us-copyrig…

Italy's consumer watchdog is investigating Suno's terms of service over reported concerns including content licensing, price changes, account termination and US-based arbitration. Producers should watch what this... productlondon.com/suno-italy…

Sony Music says it has asked platforms to remove more than 260,000 AI deepfakes impersonating artists. For producers releasing AI-assisted music, voice and identity consent, clear permissions and accurate... productlondon.com/sony-music…

Novation has launched FLpad and FLpad Mini, dedicated FL Studio pad controllers developed with Image-Line. Both add 64 RGB pads plus sequencing, pattern and transport controls, while FLpad adds velocity-sensitive... productlondon.com/novation-f…

Germany's highest civil court has addressed the pastiche exception in the Kraftwerk 'Metall auf Metall' sampling case. For producers, it is a Germany-specific ruling on unlicensed sampling, not a general... productlondon.com/kraftwerk-…