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December 2, 2022
OPL iOS updated to v2.2

Our Yamaha based OPL FM iOS synth has been updated to version 2.2.

What's new

iOS 16 compatibility.
Framework update.
Touch friendly popup menus.

OPL iOS can be purchased at Apple App Store for $6.99

November 1, 2022
OB-Xd iOS 1.15, OB-Xd 2.10, new bank released

We have released OB-Xd 1.15 for iOS.

What's new

Touch support for navigation popup menus.
Program copy paste including universal clipboard.
OB-Xd 2.10 or higher macOS clipboard import.
Program location checkmark.
GUI improvements.

Purchase is available at Apple iOS store. More information at OB-Xd page.

OB-Xd Desktop 2.10 (macOS only) also includes Preset Copy/Paste with Universal Clipboard which means you can copy and presets across iOS and macOS devices. Copy/Preset functionality without Universal Clipboard will be ready for Windows and Linux in the coming days.

Up and Downs banks for OB-Xd (desktop and iOS) is also available. The first commercial sound pack for OB-Xd by Daniel Stawczyk. An inspiring set for a legend's software reincarnation with an impressive number of custom presets to go through.

The pack of 2 banks (170 presets) includes a main bank of 120 presets: 9 Basses, 13 Bells, 11 Keyboards, 9 Leads, 5 Organs, 37 Pads, 36 Synthesizers. and a sub bank of 50 SFX presets: 25 SFX Rises & Falls, 6 SFX Rises, 11 SFX Falls, 5 SFX-SYN Rises, 3 SFX-SYN Falls.

Ups and Downs bank costs $29 and can be purchased at our OB-Xd Soundware Page for a 40% off special intro price of $17.

October 23, 2022
Discovery 5.1 released

Our Nord Lead 2 inspired synth Discovery has been updated to version 5.1.

What's new:

Added multi-size GUI 1x, 1.5x and 2x including Retina HiDPI displays.
Updated framework.
Fixed VST3 delay mix and pitch bend issue.
Fixed bank and preset recall.

Demo is available for macOS, Windows and Linux. Full version license costs for $99. Update for Discovery 3 and 4 customers can be found at discoDSP Members Area for $19.

September 1, 2022
Bliss sampler 2.2 released

We have released Bliss 2.2, our performance sampler and virtual instrument sampling tool for Windows, macOS and Linux.

What's new

Custom Macro MIDI CC values editable at Settings.xml (Macro1-2MIDICC).
Standalone app enhancements.
Framework update with enhanced VST and VST3 instrument loading compatibility.

Bliss 2 can be upgraded from 1.x for $29 at Members Area.
More information at Bliss page.

August 22, 2022
OB-Xd iOS 1.12 released

We have released OB-Xd 1.12 for iOS.

What's new

Improved FXP presets and FXB banks import.

Purchase is available at Apple iOS store. More information at OB-Xd page.

August 10, 2022
Discovery 5.0 released

Our Nord Lead 2 inspired synth Discovery has been updated to version 5.0.

What's new:

New Silver Haze GUI.
Updated framework.
Fixed Logic Pro Audio Unit plug-in error after opening a existing project.
Revised PDF manual.

Demo is available for macOS, Windows and Linux. Full version license costs for $99. Update for Discovery 3 and 4 customers can be found at discoDSP Members Area for $19.

Because of complex issues with AAX SDK and the framework update, ProTools plugin version will be offered with a future update without any additional costs.

Thanks to David Smith valuable help on this release.

July 25, 2022
Daniel Stawczyk Paradoxia sound bank released

We have released a new 128 presets sound bank for Discovery Pro.

Paradoxia by Daniel Stawczyk offerers 128 lush multi-layered sounds using PADSynth re-synthesis. Great inspirations and uniqueness under one roof of the acclaimed craftsmenship..

Paradoxia can be purchased exclusively at our FastSpring store for $39 with a 40% off intro price for a limited time.

July 24, 2022
OB-Xd updated to 2.9

OB-Xd has been updated to v2.9.

What's new:

JUCE framework updated to 7.0.1 (better GUI performance and overall stability).
Added AU parameter version hints for better GarageBand and Logic support.
Linux LV2 plugin support.
Linux installer now places VST3 and LV2 plugin files to ~/.vst3 and ~/.lv2 folders.

Download is available for macOS, Windows and Linux and discoDSP Members Area for registered customers (includes AAX plugin).

July 1, 2022
OB-Xd iOS 1.11 released

We have released OB-Xd 1.11 for iOS.

What's new

Fixed AUv3 GUI issues.
Fixed FXP import issues.
Fixed banks voice number issues after saving a preset or reopening the app.
Popup menu fonts left aligned for better readability.
Knob shadows properly aligned.
Popup text scaling based on screen size.
Voice pan knobs reposition.

Purchase is available at Apple iOS store. More information at OB-Xd page.

May 23, 2022
Discovery Pro 7.5 released

Discovery Pro has been updated to 7.5.

What's new:

Framework update with enhanced stability and reliability.
AAX SDK update.
Most GUI labels are now clickable.

Demo is available for macOS, Windows and Linux

Update for 7.x customers can be found at discoDSP Members Area.

April 12, 2022
OPL updated to v2.2

Our Yamaha based OPL FM synth has been updated to version 2.2.

What's new

Fixed AAX GUI issues.
Fixed standalone GUI issues.
JUCE framework updated to 6.1.6.
Added macOS native menus to standalone app.

Demo version can be downloaded at OPL page.
Existing customers can get the update at Members Area.

March 27, 2022
OB-Xd updated to 2.8

OB-Xd has been updated to v2.8.

What's new:

JUCE framework updated to 6.1.6.
Tooltip menu for disabling, standard display (show tagged tooltips on XML theme using tooltip="1") and full display.
Using Alt/Option in OSC1/2 oscillator knobs will lock to semitones.
Fixed step tooltip display issue.
Fixed Linux libcurl compiler issue.
Fixed leaking voice and legato components.
Updated custom StandaloneFilterWindow.h to display native macOS menus and additional tweaks.

Download is available for macOS, Windows and Linux and discoDSP Members Area for registered customers (includes AAX plugin).

March 17, 2022
Discovery Pro 7.4 released

Discovery Pro has been updated to 7.4.

What's new:

Framework update with enhanced stability and reliability.
Universal 2 Binary ProTools AAX for future proofing.
AAX plugin now compiled with the latest 2.4 SDK.
Bypass FX now persistent across bank changes.
Enabled 2X GUI size for HiDPI displays.
Fixed Skins folders not working in Linux.
Fixed MIDI XML templates not working in Linux.
Fixed MIDI learn not working in Linux.
Nord Lead 2/4 MIDI templates now mirrors sync oscillator type with the board.

Demo is available for macOS, Windows and Linux

Update for 7.x customers can be found at discoDSP Members Area.

March 7, 2022
OB-Xd updated to 2.7

OB-Xd has been updated with a v2.7 release.

What's new:

Tooltip value displayed on knob mouseover.
Shift + click resets full panning knob group.
Octave lock holding shift on Oscillator 1/2 knobs.
Fixed MIDI folder not displaying on Linux.
Fixed MIDI learn functions not working on Linux.
Linux build now compiled with g++ 9.3.0.

Download is available for macOS, Windows and Linux at discoDSP Members Area for registered customers (includes AAX plugin).

March 4, 2022
Bliss sampler 2.1 released

We have released Bliss 2.1, our a performance sampler and VST/VST3/AU sampling tool for Windows, macOS and Linux.

What's new

New note range selection drop down design.
Drop down now available in instrument sampling BPM, Note Interval and Velocity Interval.
Fixed amp_env_dest1 XML parameter issue.
Added Library menu at main Program drop down with configurable path at Bliss Options.
Added Export SFZ to disk on instrument sampling.
Fixed .ZBB bank and .SFZ files not able to be opened via Program drop down.

Bliss 2 can be upgraded from 1.x for €29 at Members Area.
More information at Bliss page.

February 25, 2022
Discovery Pro 200 presets bundle released

We have released a new 200 presets sound bank bundle for Discovery Pro.

We combined 3 soundsets: Cinematica, Ambika, 1983 Retro in one bundle with almost 200 presets.

Inside the pack:

The deepest pads & strings.
Beautiful polyphonic sounds.
Organic plucks & leads.
Organic arps & sequences.
Classic iconic sounds.

Discovery Pro 200 Best Presets Bundle can be purchased exclusively at our FastSpring store for $29.

February 5, 2022
Bliss sampler 2.0 released

We have released Bliss 2.0, our a performance sampler and VST/VST3/AU sampling tool for Windows, macOS and Linux.

What's new

Native Apple Silicon (M1 or higher) support.
Major framework update with greater stability and compatibility.
Added dragging behavior for velocity, key range and tempo selection.
Added export single selected file.
Added exported file to recent sample list.
Added Program name as default filename after exporting.
Added Rubber Band time stretch library by Breakfast Quay.
Added save selected zone in Bliss program.
Fixed amp_env_dest1amt XML parameter saving.
Fixed incorrect parameter range initialization.
Fixed note sharp character not displayed correctly.
Fixed note sharp character not exported correctly.
Fixed Replace Sample function.
Fixed standalone background color settings.
Fixed VST sampling settings preset combo box.
Last SFZ exported folder now recalled correctly.
Sample and zone export now uses 24-bit instead 16-bit.
Set zone by MIDI note now mirrored in Options and Zone menu.
Minor fixes and enhancements.

Bliss can be upgraded from 1.x for €29 at Members Area.
More information at Bliss page.

January 30, 2022
OB-Xd iOS 1.9.1 released

We have released OB-Xd 1.9.1 for iOS.

What's new

Enabled standalone app audio background capability.

Purchase is available at Apple iOS store. More information at OB-Xd page.

January 14, 2022
HighLife sampler R1.3 and v1.4 reissued

We have released HighLife R1.3 and v1.4 free for non-commercial use to celebrate 2022 as our 20 year anniversary.

Download is available for macOS, Windows and Linux at HighLife page.

Commercial license can be purchased at our main reseller FastSpring for $49.

January 9, 2022
OB-Xd updated to 2.6

OB-Xd has been updated with a v2.6 release.

What's new:

Implemented basic MTS-ESP support by Natalia Escalera.

Download is available for macOS, Windows and Linux at discoDSP Members Area for registered customers (includes AAX plugin).

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