January 15, 2026
Discovery Pro 8.13 released
Discovery Pro is a virtual analog synthesizer and sampler featuring 4 layers, 12 oscillators, 12 filter types including Nord Lead 2 and Moog models, PADSynth re-synthesis, SFZ/WAV/SoundFont support, Nord Lead 2 SysEx import/export, arpeggiator with Markov chain mode, and 2x/4x/8x/16x oversampling. It includes over 5,000 presets across 100 banks.
Version 8.13, a free update for 8.x customers, introduces a completely redesigned Shadow Wave skin featuring premium 3D aesthetics with realistic depth and shadows, replacing the previous flat vector-based theme, and an improved Moog ladder filter for classic analog filter behavior at high resonance values.
What's New
- Redesigned Shadow Wave Skin: Completely rebuilt from scratch, replacing the flat vector-based 7.x theme with a premium 3D appearance featuring realistic depth, shadows, and enhanced visual appeal. Modernized interface design maintains Discovery Pro's professional workflow while delivering a fresh, contemporary look across all controls and displays.
- Moog Ladder Filter Improvements: Added self-oscillation capability with smooth cubic blend for enhanced resonant sounds and classic analog filter behavior starting at >95% resonance values.
Discovery Pro is available for Windows, macOS (including Apple Silicon), and Linux in VST, VST3, AU, AAX, and standalone formats.
January 7, 2026
Bliss, Corona, Vertigo updated
We're excited to announce major updates across our product line, featuring revolutionary automatic sampling, enhanced performance, and improved filter quality.
Bliss 3.6
Bliss is a professional sampler with VST/AU instrument recording capabilities, Visual Key Mapper, built-in wave editor, and comprehensive format support including AKAI S5000/S6000, NKI, EXS, SFZ, and SoundFont2.
Version 3.6 introduces groundbreaking automatic sampling capabilities, allowing direct audio interface capture without requiring VST plugins. This revolutionary update transforms Bliss into a complete hardware sampling workstation.
What's New
- Automatic Sampling Feature (Standalone Only): Revolutionary audio input sampling system allowing direct capture from audio interface without requiring VST plugins. MIDI-triggered recording with configurable note ranges and velocity layers (1-128 intervals). Time-based recording with adjustable duration and tail settings for capturing complete instrument decays. Thread-safe 10-second circular buffer system for continuous audio capture at up to 192kHz sample rate. Complete post-processing pipeline: normalization, zero-crossing snap, automatic crossfade loops, and fadeout. Configurable channel modes: stereo, mono mix, mono left, mono right. Samples automatically saved to "Sampled Instruments" folder with SFZ or ZBP format export options. Support for append mode to add samples to existing programs. Full 32-bit float quality for registered users, 8-bit for demo evaluation.
- Record Audio Feature (Standalone Only): Quick audio recording for capturing one-shot samples from audio input. Live oscilloscope display showing real-time waveform with automatic saturation when exceeding 0dB. Automatic zone creation with stereo audio, OneShot loop mode, and C4 MIDI mapping.
- Plugin Sampling Improvements: Added "Root at First Key" option to set root note at the beginning of key range. Extended velocity intervals range from 1-12 to 1-128 for ultra-detailed velocity mapping. Optimized dialog layout with consolidated memory estimation and improved space utilization. Fixed velocity intervals logic to use layer-based counting where interval value equals number of velocity layers. 16-bit quality restriction for plugin sampling in demo mode, 32-bit float for registered users.
- Cross-Platform File Association Support: Automatic file association for Bliss native formats (.zbp programs, .zbb banks) on all platforms. File association for sampler formats (.sfz, .sf2, .sbk, .exs, .akp, .xrni, .nki) and audio formats (.wav, .aiff, .flac, .ogg, .mp3, etc.). Double-clicking supported files now launches Bliss standalone and loads content automatically.
- Sample Editor Enhancements: Added gain increase/decrease operations and octave shift commands (+-12 semitones). Added MIDI output control and channel routing for standalone build. Fixed key mapper zone display and rendering with proper thread safety. Added intelligent note range combo box filtering with SHIFT key override.
- User Interface Refinements: Converted Engine Quality menu to hierarchical submenus on macOS. Disabled audio input mute warning for standalone build. Fixed wave display position tracking for RubberBand pitch shift mode.
This update is free for all Bliss 2.x and 3.x customers.
Corona 6.6
Corona is a powerful synthesizer combining wavetable, additive, and sample-based synthesis with advanced modulation capabilities and comprehensive effects processing.
Version 6.6 delivers a major performance boost to wave sample playback, achieving nearly double the efficiency when using the wave oscillators. This update makes Corona significantly more CPU-friendly, allowing you to layer more voices and create richer, more complex sounds without hitting CPU limits.
What's New
- Wave Sample Playback Optimization: Major performance enhancement delivering nearly double the efficiency for wave oscillator playback. Reduced CPU usage enables more polyphony and complex layering. Optimized rendering pipeline for smoother real-time performance in demanding projects.
This update is free for all Corona 6.x customers.
Vertigo 5.1.0
Vertigo is a powerful additive synthesizer with 512 partials, WAV/PNG image resynthesis, morphing capabilities, and real-time formant filtering.
Version 5.1 enhances filter quality with 4x oversampling, delivering improved audio quality and reduced aliasing across all filter operations.
What's New
- Filter Performance Enhancements: Added 4x oversampling to filters for improved audio quality and reduced aliasing. Fixed filter oversampler initialization to properly handle dynamic block sizes. Optimized FastMath library for better performance across all DSP operations.
This update is free for all 5.x customers.
January 1, 2026
Bliss, Discovery Pro, OB-Xd, FX, Vertigo updated
We're pleased to announce updates across our product line, featuring FFT spectrum analysis, polyphonic unison modes, GPU-accelerated visualizations, and enhanced platform support.
Discovery Pro 8.12
Discovery Pro is the ultimate virtual analog synthesizer and sampler with 4 layers, 12 oscillators, SFZ/WAV/SoundFont support, PADSynth re-synthesis, and Nord Lead 2 SysEx import/export.
Version 8.12 introduces professional-grade FFT spectrum analysis, providing real-time frequency visualization alongside the existing oscilloscope waveform display.
What's New
- FFT Spectrum Analyzer Mode: New FFT spectrum analyzer mode with 30 Hz - 18 kHz logarithmic frequency range for precise frequency analysis. Smooth exponential decay animation creates oscilloscope-like behavior in both waveform and FFT modes. Added dedicated "Voice Display" menu for improved clarity and easy mode switching.
This update is free for all 8.x customers.
Bliss 3.5.3
Bliss is a professional sampler with VST/AU instrument recording capabilities, Visual Key Mapper, built-in wave editor, and comprehensive format support including AKAI S5000/S6000, NKI, EXS, SFZ, and SoundFont2.
Version 3.5.3 addresses critical Windows audio processing issues affecting chorus and reverb effects.
What's New
- Reverb Engine Fix: Fixed Windows-specific audio artifacts in chorus and reverb effects, ensuring pristine audio quality across all platforms.
This update is free for all Bliss 2.x and 3.x customers.
OB-Xd 3.15
OB-Xd is a classic virtual analog synthesizer that recreates the Oberheim OB-X with enhancements like micro random detuning, unison, and bi-directional MIDI control.
Version 3.15 introduces Analog Mode, a feature that adds per-voice component tolerances to simulate the natural imperfections of vintage analog hardware, bringing authentic warmth and character to the filter behavior.
What's New
- Analog Mode: Simulates analog hardware component variance, creating subtle differences between voices just like real analog circuits. Creates warmer, thicker, and more chorused sounds when multiple voices play together. Filter sweeps have more variation and "wobble," eliminating the digital perfection for a more organic, vintage sound. Analog Mode is stored per-bank, allowing different presets to use different analog characteristics. Toggle via the Programs menu.
- Filter & DSP Improvements: Fixed filter cutoff scaling issues when changing oversampling settings, ensuring consistent filter behavior across all oversampling modes.
- Preset Management Fixes: Resolved critical issue where parameter values would reset to defaults when reloading the same program, ensuring preset values remain stable across multiple loads. Fixed disk mode preset loading and folder selection with native macOS popups for better integration and reliability.
Vertigo 5.0.7
Vertigo is a powerful additive synthesizer with 512 partials, WAV/PNG image resynthesis, morphing capabilities, and real-time formant filtering.
Version 5.0.7 delivers significant GUI performance improvements with optimized rendering architecture.
What's New
- GUI Performance Improvements: Refactored asset system to use cell-based pre-rendered frames for faster rendering. Optimized knob rendering with multi-layer caching. Added static GUI layer caching to eliminate redundant redraws. Improved cache invalidation to rebuild only when parameters change.
- HiDPI Display Fixes: Fixed background rendering on Windows and Linux high-resolution displays for crisp, accurate visuals.
This update is free for all 5.x customers.
Scope 2.1 (FX Bundle 2.14)
Scope is a GPU-accelerated oscilloscope plugin with classic phosphor glow effects, circular visualization mode, and real-time waveform analysis.
Version 2.1 enhances the visualization experience with powerful zoom capabilities and improved iOS touch controls.
What's New
- Horizontal Zoom System: New dedicated slider for precise horizontal zoom adjustment from 1x to 10x magnification with logarithmic scaling. Focus on specific waveform details or compress longer audio segments for detailed frequency analysis and transient inspection.
- iOS Enhancements: Improved touch controls with dedicated zoom sliders that appear with config menu and properly auto-hide after 3 seconds. Enhanced gesture system prevents conflicts between color swipes and slider interaction for seamless touch experience on iPhone and iPad.
- Platform Optimizations: Unified label positioning ensuring consistent UI layout across desktop and iOS. Full OpenGL rendering pipeline with Metal backend on macOS for optimal performance. Disabled audio output for iOS standalone build ensuring App Store compliance and improved battery life.
This update is free for all FX Bundle customers.
