Get a free spoooooky spectrum analyzer plug-in from PSP

Everybody could use some treats instead of tricks right now. And sometimes you just want a hardware-style, multi-band spectrum analyzer. PSP Audioware is one of our favorite plug-in devs, and they’ve got an excellent, flexible giveaway: the 31-band PSP Spector plug-in is now available for free.

On tonight: 13 most “WTF haunted” synths with Paulee Alex Bow

Boo! Or… Bow! Paulee at Magical Synth Adventure has a lineup of picks for the 13 most haunted synths. I’ve gotten an advance look at this one, and the chapters reveal the selections (spoiler — don’t read past the video then). What’s great about this: these are not your average picks. This is definitely not giving you Necco wafers as a treat; it’s the real deal.

Peter Kirn - October 29, 2025

Here are the best Labor Day Weekend deals right now, shipped in USA

Sure, the tariffs and shipping are a mess, but — you can still find some fantastic gear deals at the moment. That includes new gear and new modules, plus some unique used deals and special discounts. Here are a few of the best.

Peter Kirn - August 30, 2025

Memorial Day gear sales are on in the USA – and for now, outrunning tariffs

Peter Kirn - May 26, 2025

It’s not too late to get these post-holiday deals on hardware, software

Peter Kirn - January 2, 2025

Freebies: Universal Audio Pure Plate Reverb

Peter Kirn - December 19, 2024

Free SSL X-Orcism II plug-in will let you dial in sonic spookiness all year

Peter Kirn - October 31, 2024

The very best Black Friday and Cyber Week deals on music and motion – a running list

Peter Kirn - November 25, 2022

Get a free plug-in version of the 1176 Peak Limiter

Peter Kirn - December 21, 2019

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