IK Multimedia has introduced Total Studio 5 MAX, a major update to their complete production suite. The bundle features a wide range of virtual instruments, studio-grade effects, mixing and mastering tools, and more.
New in Total Studio 5 MAX:
Pianoverse, with its 9 pianos and 33 cinematic spaces
The full version of TONEX + 9 Signature Collections
AmpliTube Morley Collection with 3 stompbox FX
T-RackS 6’s streamlined workflow and 10 new processors
ARC 4, featuring faster calibration and natural results
Features:
Over 160 of IK’s award-winning music creation titles
72 plug-ins covering the entire creative process
Over 16,000 authentic-sounding instruments
Over 2,000 creative and studio effects
Thousands of presets from top artists & engineers
Total Studio 5 MAX is available now with an intro price of $499.99 (normally $599.99). Upgrade pricing is also available.
Future Retro says that they’re putting manufacturing of new synths on hold because of current tariffs on imports.
The Trump administration recently raised tariffs on imports from most countries, including a 145% tax on Chinese imports. Tariffs are a tax paid by US citizens and companies that import items.
Trump’s tariff plans have been evolving for the last month, though. This is forcing some US companies to put manufacturing plans on hold, until the administration’s trade policy is stable enough for them to do long-term planning.
FR shared updates on three devices:
The Swynx sync box is sold out, so they are taking pre-orders through their online store.
No more new Vectra synths will be shipped to stores after this month. They say that they will be out of Vectra parts and do not plan on restocking the product, noting that “The build time and cost is too excessive for us to continue this unique product.”
Their planned reissue of the classic FR 777 synthesizer is still in development, but has been delayed by parts availability.
They add, “No new manufacturing can be put in place until tariff issues are worked out.”
GForce, in collaboration with Oberheim, has introduced Oberheim TVS Pro, a software emulation of the original Two Voice Synthesizer from 1975.
What they have to say about it:
“In 1975, Tom Oberheim revolutionised synthesizer design with the original TVS – Two Voice Synthesizer. By combining two SEMs and a keyboard, he introduced true duophony to the world—enabling musicians to play two independent voices simultaneously and explore harmonically rich, evolving soundscapes. It was a bold step forward, embraced by visionaries including Martin Gore, Adrian Utley, Peter Baumann, Lorn, The Prodigy, and Nils Frahm.
Decades later, the TVS Pro modernized that vision, adding a built-in sequencer, extended modulation, and refined controls—all while staying true to its unmistakable sonic DNA.
Now, with the GForce Oberheim TVS Pro plugin, this landmark instrument enters a new era. Developed in collaboration with Oberheim, this recreation captures not only the depth, warmth and character of the original, but also the spirit of innovation that made it extraordinary.”
Features:
Designed in collaboration with Oberheim
Now with an additional 3rd VCO
Over 635 patches, with 220+ new sounds and 400+ adapted SEM patches
