The NI FM 7 synthesizer reads the complete sound library from the classic FM synths. FM 7 is updated to version 1.1.2. and is now compatible with the latest version of the Apple AU Validator and with Logic 7.

This update is available from the MacMusic softwares section.

XO Wave is a digital audio workstation designed to meet the needs of audio and video professionals. Though still under development, XO Wave provides a wealth of features as well as a simple and elegant interface. Features include non-destructive recording, editing and mixing, real-time crossfades, fully configurable mixer, Quicktime and AVI synchronization and, of course, infinite undos. This 7th beta includes a number of minor enhancements as well as a number of bug fixes, which should improve performance and usability, especially in the edit window.

XO wave beta is available on free download.

The Minimoog Voyager Editor-Librarian is a program that is designed to be the ultimate tool for organizing and creating presets for the minimoog Voyager. Through a MIDI connection, this program can pull single presets or the entire bank of presets from the Voyager.

The voyager Editor costs $79. The Mac version is announced available for October..just wait...

ApulSoft has ported several freeware open source plug-ins to VST and Audio Units formats for Mac OS X. Following plugins are now available on free download :Bram's SupaPhaser, TobyBear's Decimator, TobyBear's and Bram's MadShifta, BetaBugs Crayon Filter, TobyBear's CowDelay and Black Water Reverb.

Note that if you are a plug-in developer on Mac and would like to have your plug-ins ported to OSX VST or AU, you can contact ApulSoft. Good news !!

Zebra is a virtual synthetizer plugin that combines subtractive/additive synthesis with a powerful modulation engine. This new version of Zebra (v1.5 build 10) is a bugfix version : MIDI Learn doesn't reset previous assignments when assigning a new CC and fixes Legato Mode works properly now in double or quad Voicings.

Info on u-he web site.