Software instruments and audio effects maker FabFilter updated all its plug-ins, and introduced support for the new AAX plug-in format in Pro Tools 10. The FabFilter Pro-L limiter now offers a new 'Compact' view, and the FabFilter Pro-Q EQ plug-in features spectrum analyzer and solo mode improvements. Furthermore, all FabFilter Pro plug-ins now support the most common Pro Tools hardware control surfaces. The updates are now available on all platforms - Windows and Mac OS X, both 32- and 64-bit (more). FabFilter is also running a Holiday Sale in the on-line FabFilter web shop, offering 25% discount on all plug-in bundles, until December 31, 2011. [source]

iZotope updated their VST/AU/RTAS_DX mastering plug-in Ozone 5 (more on version 5) to v5.0.1. It features smoother transitions when browsing both Global and Module presets;l reduced clicks and pops when bypassing component plug-ins; fix for Audio Units (AU) validation issue; fix for infrequent crashes in the Exciter module and Exciter component plug-in; and other minor fixes and enhancements. Download the update here. [source]

Digital audio signal processing specialist iZotope announced the release of Ozone 5 and Ozone 5 Advanced. Ozone 5 is an update to iZotope's critically acclaimed software mastering suite. Version 5 comes with refined signal processing algorithms, redesigned user interface, and updated metering. For added flexibility, Ozone 5 Advanced allows customers to use each of the mastering modules as individual plug-ins. Combining essential visualization from Ozone's modules with new metering tools, the all-new Meter Bridge provides a suite of audio analysis tools that help you visualize changes made during the mastering process, troubleshoot problematic mixes, and compare reference tracks. Ozone 5 and Ozone 5 Advanced will be available for a suggested retail price of $249 US / 195 EUR and $999 US / 799 EUR respectively. Current Ozone customers may upgrade for $149 US to Ozone 5 or $499 US to Ozone 5 Advanced. Ozone 4 customers who purchased after October 1, 2011 will receive a free upgrade to Ozone 5 Standard upon release. Both versions support RTAS / AudioSuite, VST, MAS, Audio Units, and DirectX hosts running on Windows and Mac OS X systems. You can download the software here, and test them for 10 days without restrictions. [source]

HARMAN's Lexicon announced the release of its MPX Native Reverb Plug-In, bringing industry-standard Lexicon digital reverb to a wider range of users than ever before. The MPX Native Reverb Plug-In offers seven different acclaimed Lexicon reverb types and more than 100 finely crafted studio presets, all accessible via an easy to use single-screen interface. Each reverb type can be run in mono, stereo or mono in/stereo out, and on-screen input and output meters are provided for precise level setting. The Windows and Mac OS-compatible MPX Native Reverb Plug-In is designed to work with popular DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic and Nuendo, as well as with any other VST, Audio Units or RTAS-compatible host. The plug-in requires iLok2 authorization and will be available in November 2011 at a MAP of $199.95 US. [source]

Arturia released more detailed information on their upcoming virtual synthesizer OBERHEIM SEM. The plug-in will feature all the original parameters of the Oberheim SEM as well as new functionality (new LFO, Noise, Sub oscillator, on-board effects, Arpeggiator, Portamento), polyphony and 8-voice multitimbrality, new 8-voice programmer module etc., and will work in stand-alone mode as well as in VST 2.4 - 3 (32- and 64-bit), RTAS and AU (32- & 64-bit) hosts running on Windows and Mac OS X systems. More information will be revealed on 25th of November, the release is planned for December. [source]

Celemony Software GmbH presented Version 2 of Melodyne editor at the AES in New York. This new version of the audio timing correction plug-in offers unique possibilities for working with different scales and temperaments, more powerful timing tools, Rewire integration, and numerous other improvements. As a result, Melodyne is even more musical, allows you to go even deeper when editing your material, and is more widely compatible than ever before. Melodyne editor 2 will be available in November for 399 EUR/USD, the upgrade will be priced at 99 EUR/USD. [source]

Universal Audio unveiled the new flagship UAD-2 QUAD Omni 6 DSP accelerator packages in either PCIe card or Satellite FireWire unit format. Packed with the most complete UAD plug-in bundles for professional users, the UAD-2 QUAD Omni 6 gives producers and engineers all 53 UA-developed plug-ins up to and including UAD software v6.0, saving thousands of dollars versus buying the plug-ins individually. The Omni packages, like all UAD-2 DSP accelerators, also feature full compatibility with newly announced Avid Pro Tools 10. Universal Audio also announced new development partnerships with API and Thermionic Culture. These relationships will allow Universal Audio to expand the range of unique audio processing plug-ins for the popular UAD Powered Plug-Ins platform. [source]

French virtual instrument maker Arturia release version 2.5 of their acclaimed Minimoog-V virtual syntesizer. The update brings support for 64-bit VST and Audio Unit interfaces, support for Pro Tools 9, MIDI control assignment improvements, updated toolbar, support for NRPN MIDI controls, and a triangle LFO waveform oscillator. Out now for Windows and Mac OS X systems, running as a stand-alone application or as a VST, AU or RTAS plug-in. The synth is priced at $249 US / 229 EUR, updates are free for all registered users. Updates and demos are located here. [source]

MOTU is now shipping MachFive 3.0, a major upgrade to their universal sampler for creative music production. Rebuilt from the ground up, version 3.0 includes a new user interface design, an extensive 45 GB sound library, seven signature instruments based on new scripting technology, a new hybrid synthesis engine, licensed algorithms from the IRCAM research institute, and many other new features and enhancements. MachFive 3.0 supports Mac OS X (10.5 or later) and Windows 7/Vista, operating stand-alone or as a plug-in (AU, VST and RTAS), incl. 64-bit compatibility. Price remains the same at $495 US, registered version 1 and 2 users can upgrade to version 3 for $179 US. A competitive upgrade is also available, with proof of ownership, for $295 US. [source]

iZotope, Inc. updated Ozone, the company's well-known mastering plug-in for RTAS/AudioSuite, VST, MAS, Audio Unit, and DirectX standard on Windows and Mac OS X. Version 4.04 adds improved compatibility with Final Cut Pro and Soundtrack Pro, 64-bit support for VST and AU on Mac OS X, and fixed 64-bit iLok support on Windows. This version of Ozone no longer supports Mac OS X 10.4. Download the latest version here. [source]