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Audacity 4, free and open-source audio editor, arrives with a revamped UI
It’s been a long time coming. Audacity, the ubiquitous open-source audio editor now owned by Muse Group, reaches version 4 with a reworked UI and enhanced usability. Here’s a look at what’s new and a first run. And there is one fork to consider, too.
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Yep, Akai has a honkin’ huge new flagship MPC XL — gallery
It leaked, you saw it — it’s real, it’s huge. In addition to its recent MPC Live III, Akai has a big mama standalone called the MPC XL with more dedicated controls and a big 10.1” display — but mostly the same innards. Let’s explain.
Peter Kirn - January 20, 2026
Gear Music tech Tech
AirWindows’ free PointyDeluxe is dangerous, unstable, and wonderful
AirWindows, if you aren’t already in the know, is a planetary treasure. Developer Chris Johnson has built a massive playground of DSP, available for free/Patreon donationware. And this time, he’s created something he says is “not normal.” What was supposed to be a brutal guitar sound went off the rails. But don’t let that stop you from getting onboard.
Peter Kirn - July 29, 2025
Music tech Reviews Software Tech
Reason’s classic ReCycle is updated, free, and more useful than you might think
Peter Kirn - April 2, 2025
Music tech Software Tech
bop: free, fast, friendly, fun music stuff for Pd, old CPUs and RasPi
Peter Kirn - February 5, 2025
DIY + Unusual Music tech Software Tech
Eventide’s H90 Harmonizer is a massively powerful multi-effects in a pedal format
Peter Kirn - November 10, 2022
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