Latest Music Gear and Software News – 17 May 2026

SD-1, TugPhonon, Scream: Free Plugins of the Week

SD-1, TugPhonon, Scream: Free Plugins of the Week

SD-1, TugPhonon, Scream: Free Plugins of the Week

This week’s collection of freebies brings you an emulation of the Ensoniq SD-1, a unique rotating tape delay, and a recreation of Massive’s iconic Scream filter.

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Reference Track: How to Fix Loudness, Balance, and Energy in Your Mix with This Trick

Reference Track: How to Fix Loudness, Balance, and Energy in Your Mix with This Trick

How to Use a Reference Track Effectively: Why Your Mix Will Never Sound Like a Release Otherwise

How to Use a Reference Track Effectively: Here’s how to compare your mix strategically and improve loudness, balance, and energy much faster.

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