Deadloops Editorial

48kHz vs 96kHz: which sample rate should you record at? Learn what it changes, the cost in CPU and file size, and when higher rates are actually worth it.

Cube Mini by Lunacy Audio was a limited-time freebie. Check if it is still free, get it from official sources and learn how to use it in your tracks.

Lo-Fi Glow instrument plugin guide: what to check before you install, how to confirm it is free, and how to write warm lo-fi beats and chords with it.

Codec VST plugin by Lese Audio guide: check if it is still free, install it from the official page and use degradation and saturation effects with care.

Vital presets guide: where to find free banks safely, how to install and organise them, check licences, and tweak patches to make sounds your own.

Augmented Strings Intro guide: how to confirm what is included and whether it is free, install it safely and write realistic string parts for your tracks.

Supertap by Waves was offered free for a limited time. Learn how to check current pricing, get it safely and use delay effects well in your mixes.

Trax Transient Designer VST guide: what a transient designer does, how to check if it is still free, get it safely and shape drums with more punch.

Energy Panner guide: what an auto-panner does, how to check whether it is still free, install safely and add movement to pads, synths and effects.

iZotope Audiolens guide: what reference and analysis tools do, how to confirm current availability, install safely and use one to improve your mixes.