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Free utility converts between multisample formats: ConvertWithMoss
Take any multisample format (including WAV files), and output in any other multisample format: meet ConvertWithMoss, free and open-source software for macOS, Windows, and Linux. Newly-added: TAL’s excellent TAL-Sampler (pictured).
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Free sample mashing with samplebrain, by Aphex Twin and Dave Griffiths
Designed by Aphex Twin, Samplebrain takes a new approach to samples – chopping up audio into a “brain” of little bits, networked by similarity. You can play it in real-time, free for all platforms, including Apple M1/M2.
Peter Kirn - September 25, 2022
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The best free tools for working with modular synthesis and music
Patching for the people – there’s no reason cost or access has to keep you from the powers and fun of modular synthesis and music making. VCV Rack’s launch this month got lots of attention, but there are other options, too. Here the latest, best picks.
Audacity makers clarify data usage – and there’s not reason to dump the editor yet
Peter Kirn - July 5, 2021
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Free modular: open source Mutable Instruments ports expanded in VCV Rack
Peter Kirn - April 22, 2020
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In Russia, vintage MeeBlips have custom clones, thanks to open source hardware
Peter Kirn - March 6, 2020
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Check out these amazing DIY controllers people made with OpenDeck
Peter Kirn - December 12, 2018
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