Deadloops Editorial

Deft Compressor guide: how to confirm it is still free, install it safely and use a free compressor for vocals, drums and bass with sensible settings.

Fuzzy guitar distortion plugin guide: what fuzz does, how to check if the plugin is still free, install safely and dial in tones for guitar, bass and synths.

Kramer HLS Channel by Waves was a limited-time freebie. Check if it is still free, get it from official sources and learn how to use a channel strip.

Monster Bass VST guide: what a bass plugin offers, how to check if it is still free, install it safely and layer heavy bass sounds that translate.

TheNatan's Clone was offered free for a limited time. Learn how to verify current price, install it safely and use this kind of plugin well in a mix.

DSK Oranze guide: what to know before you install, how to confirm it is still free, use it safely and get more out of it in your tracks and mixes.

QFX Color 2B was offered as a limited-time free plugin. See how colour and saturation effects work, when to use them, and how to check if the deal is live.

Rift Feedback Lite from Minimal Audio was a limited-time freebie. Learn what to check about the offer, how to use feedback effects, and safe download tips.

Bittersweet v3 explained: what a transient tool does, how to check if it is still free, get it safely and use it on drums, bass and full mixes.

Want to buy FL Studio for less? Compare editions, lifetime free updates, sales, bundles and the free trial, plus why cracked copies are never worth the risk.