Deadloops Editorial

Audio Singularity has released free amp sims. Learn how to set one up, tame latency, add cabinet IRs and dial in clean and high-gain tones with free tools.

Audec Transient is a free transient shaper plugin. Learn what attack and sustain controls do, how to use them on drums and bass, and how to get it safely.

Wondering about the cost of song recording in India? See what drives studio pricing, what to ask for in a quote and how to save money without hurting quality.

RareSE is a mid-side equalizer plugin. Learn how mid/side EQ works, when to use it for width and clarity, and how to avoid phase problems in your mix.

Searching for the Sweep VST plugin? Learn what filter sweeps do, how to build them with any free plugin and use them for risers, transitions and builds.

Caelum Audio Roast Beef plugin guide: check whether it is still free, get it from the official page and learn to use colourful effects without overdoing it.

Bad Tape VST guide: what tape-style plugins do, how to check if it is still free, install safely and add wobble and warmth to beats without overdoing it.

Rough Rider 3 is a punchy compressor from Audio Damage. See what it is good for, how to set it up, the free-offer caveats and free compressor alternatives.

Spitfire Audio has released free instruments in the past, including lo-fi cassette-style sounds. See how to get them safely and use them in your tracks.

Looking for free presets for Vital? Learn where to find legit preset packs, how to install them, where the folders live and how to make the sounds your own.