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The best holiday, end-of-year deals on software and gear you can still get
If some form of magical elves did not arrive with music tools you’ve had your eyes on, here’s some good luck: several big sales are still running, from Max for Live devices to gear. Whether they’re called “holiday” or “end of year” … let’s just call it the end. We have arrived at the terminus. […]
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Boxing Day: get those xmas freebies and be serenaded by an Atari ST
Food comas. Empty wrapping paper. Or whatever you’re celebrating, hopefully you’ve got some time off to grab a slew of free synth-y gifts available to download right now. Need a soundtrack? 1987 and Atari ST have you covered.
Peter Kirn - December 26, 2025
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Black Friday: pimp my Live with the best add-ons
Ableton Live 12.3 is out of beta; it’s time to liven up your Live setup (plus Ableton Move and Push and Novation Circuit Tracks). Black Friday deals have these at the lowest prices you’ll see all year, so if you’re stocking up for winter or holiday breaks, we’ve got you. These are tools to solve some problems, add some inspiration, and even just make your Live setup look better.
Peter Kirn - November 28, 2025
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Live round-up: 12.2 is out, vids, a free Grain Slicer Rack, tuner, and more
Peter Kirn - June 12, 2025
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Sonification Tools for Live uses data for sound, offers educational potential
Peter Kirn - October 10, 2023
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