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We have not seen any official announcement on this yet from Moog Music, but European synth retailer Turnlab has shared that the Moog One uber-synth is now discontinued.

“Moog One is now Discontinued (EOL),” according to Turnlab. “We were quick with sharing it. Guess the news will find its way online soon…”

The Moog One was introduced in 2018, and was Moog’s first polyphonic hardware synth in more than three decades. There are two versions: the 8-voice Moog One, originally priced at $5,999; and the 16-voice Moog One, originally priced at $7,999. Both offer synthesis capabilities not found in any previous Moog keyboard.

Essentially three independently addressable polysynths in one, the Moog One tri-timbral architecture lets you assign, split, layer, and stack voices, with up to 48 oscillators in Unison mode. Each synthesizer features its own step sequencer, arpeggiator, and effects processor.

The Moog One features a sound engine that they describe as ‘the most advanced architecture ever conceived for a Moog synthesizer.’

Per voice, the Moog One features:

• Three analog voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs);
• Two independent analog filters (a Variable State filter and a Moog Ladder Filter) that can be run in series or parallel;
• A dual-source variable analog noise generator;
• An analog mixer with external audio input;
• Four LFOs; and
• Three envelope generators.

The combination of the Moog One’s tri-timbral architecture, deep analog synth voice and high-end effects engine make it an extremely capable instrument. Here’s a Moog One improvisation by synthesist Lisa Bella Donna that showcases the instrument’s performance capabilities:

*Note: We have not seen any official announcement on this yet from Moog. We will update this, as we learn more.

Steinberg has unveiled the latest edition of its SpectraLayers software, a suite of spectral editing and audio processing tools for musicians, producers and content creators. SpectraLayers 11 updates the software with a host of new features and a reimagined user interface.

SpectraLayers shows sounds as visual objects, and gives you a deep set of tools for visually editing audio. With SpectraLayers 11, Steinberg has added artificial intelligence-driven audio extraction and repair processes, making this what they are calling “the most significant version of SpectraLayers yet”.

New in Steinberg SpectraLayers 11:

• Processes now presented as modules
• Module chaining
• Batch processing
• Significant new unmixing features for vocals, drums and more.
• AI-powered voice declipping
• Enhanced denoising
• Improved multi-layer workflow
• Many user interface enhancements
• New editing and selection tools
• Updated signal generator module
• Reverse audio
• Loop preview
• Enhanced volume envelope application

SpectraLayers 11 New Modules Panel:

Improved Restoration Processes In SpectraLayers 11:

New & Improved Music Processes:

New Editing Tools In SpectraLayers 11:

User Interface Updates In SpectraLayers 11:

SpectraLayers 11 is available now for €299 euros or $299.99. Upgrade pricing is also available.

Visit Steinberg website for a full list of updates to SpectraLayers 11.

Reason Studios has released Reason 13, a major upgrade to the virtual studio for Mac and Windows.

Reason Studios has resisted the temptation to succumb to numerical superstition and released Reason 13, the latest version of its DAW and plugin. From a redesigned sequencer and interface to five new Rack Devices, the software appears to be full of improvements and, having previously been available as a public beta, is now fully finished.

The release comes a little under three years after the drop of Reason 12, and one of the most obvious ways that the software’s workflow has been speeded up is with the introduction of a new browser, which puts all patches, samples and loops in one place. You can search by name and type and select categories and tags, which should mean that you get to the content you’re looking for faster.

The Reason soundbank has been updated with new patches, samples, REX loops, demo songs and song starter templates.

The sequencer has been split in two, with a new detailed Edit Area dovetailing with an arrangement view that enables you to keep track of where you are. There’s improved zooming, easier access to editing features, and layout tweaks to freshen things up.

There are two new headline devices, starting with the Polytone dual-layer synthesizer. Inspired, as so many things are, by vintage hardware, this is designed to deliver the warm analogue tone that producers demand and the option to stack or morph between layers so that you can create super-fat or evolving sounds.

Ripley is a space delay that throws reverb into the mix. There’s also filtering of various flavours, noise and distortion, ensuring that you can switch the vibe from lush analogue to lo-fi digital with just a few tweaks.

The other three new devices – the Sidechain, Gain and Stereo Tools – are more practical in design, and equally useful.

New in Reason 13:

• Reason’s sequencer and interface have been redesigned for a faster workflow and navigation. From the new Edit Area to improved zooming and workflow features, making music in Reason is now faster than ever.
• All patches, samples, and loops are now found in one place—the new Browser. Categories and tags make it quick to explore over 20 years of sound design along and over 1000 new patches, samples, and loops.
• Reason 13 also comes with five new Rack devices.
  • Polytone Dual-Layer Synthesizer is a new synth inspired by the immediacy of hardware classics but with a Reason twist. Great for thick analog sounds and instantly playable patches.
  • Ripley Space Delay combines a delay and reverb with unique sound shaping and deep modulation —it’s a delay with character.
  • Finally, the three new Tool devices make common tasks in the Rack easier than ever: sidechaining, stereo widening, and gain staging and panning.

“We are thrilled to introduce Reason 13 to the world,” says Mattias Häggström Gerdt, Product Manager at Reason Studios. “Our goal with this upgrade was to improve Reason’s unique music making workflow. Whether it’s your main DAW or go-to plugin, Reason 13 adds a ton of features – all designed to get you to your sound faster.”

Reason 13 is available both as part of Reason+, which costs £20 a month (£1 for the first month) or as a one-off purchase for £499 (upgrade prices start at £199). Find out more on the Reason Studios website.