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v3.0.0 Release

Black Rooster Audio has released v3.0.0 including a major framework update, adding VST3 support
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André Kirchner 11 Apr 2025   •  3Min read
Heavy Maintenance

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Heavy Maintenance

Black Rooster Audio completes a major framework update, adding VST3 support and preparing for future CLAP and AUv3 compatibility.
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André Kirchner 14 Oct 2024   •  3Min read
VTC-2 Release

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VTC-2 Release

Black Rooster Audio updates its V-Series Equalizers with a modernized GUI, enhancing both visual clarity and user experience.
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André Kirchner 25 Oct 2023   •  3Min read
V-Series Update

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V-Series Update

Black Rooster Audio updates its V-Series Equalizers with a modernized GUI, enhancing both visual clarity and user experience.
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André Kirchner 02 Aug 2023   •  3Min read
GA-GT2 Guitar Preamp

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GA-GT2 Release

Black Rooster Audio launches the GA-GT2 Preamp Plugin, delivering vintage tones and distortion for guitars, bass, and vocals.
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André Kirchner 15 Dec 2022   •  4Min read
TD-201 Vintage Tape Echo

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TD-201 Release

Black Rooster Audio is proud to release the TD-201 - Vintage Tape Echo - inspired by the world's most famous tape delay from the 50ies.
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André Kirchner 14 Oct 2022   •  1Min read
RO-GOLD Plate Plug-In

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RO-GOLD Release

Black Rooster Audio is proud to release the RO-GOLD - VIntage Gold Plate Reverb - the most luxurious plate emulation. Experience the sound of pure 24k magic - warm and mellow.
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André Kirchner 30 Aug 2022   •  1Min read

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VLA-2A Mark II Release

Black Rooster Audio is proud to present the VLA-2A Mark II - our tribute to the world renown opto-compressor from the 60ies.
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André Kirchner 25 Mar 2022   •  1Min read

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RO-SPR Spring Reverb Release

The RO-SPR is an authentically modeled vintage spring reverb that adds character and just the right amount of psychedelic flair to your productions.
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André Kirchner 07 Oct 2021   •  1Min read

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Omnitec-67A Release

Black Rooster Audio is very proud to introduce the Omnitec-67A Vintage Preamp -- one of the most interesting preamps in music recording history.
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André Kirchner 09 Sep 2021   •  1Min read

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KH-EQ1 M/S EQ Release

Black Rooster Audio presents the the KH-EQ1 -- a semi-parametric 5-band EQ like no other!
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André Kirchner 05 May 2021   •  1Min read

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RO-140 Plate Reverb Release

Black Rooster Audio is proud to present to you the RO-140 Vintage Plate Reverb.
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André Kirchner 27 Jan 2021   •  1Min read

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KH-COMP1 Release

The Koen Heldens KH-COMP1 Signature Compressor is a versatile beast!
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André Kirchner 16 Apr 2020   •  1Min read

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Please support the community #stayhome

Due to the many issues society is facing in regards of COVID-19 we would like show solidarity.
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André Kirchner 25 Mar 2020   •  1Min read
v2.4.2 Update

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Mac OSX 10.15 Update | v2.4.2

Added Mac OSX 10.15 Catalina support and some additional patches.
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André Kirchner 13 Dec 2019   •  1Min read
Bundle Pricing

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Bundle Pricing Update

Our plugin packs have become permanently cheaper, with up to 50% discount over the regular price.
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André Kirchner 01 Oct 2019   •  1Min read
VLA Bundle & Blue Bundle

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New Bundles available!

Autumn has finally arrived at our offices - time to get inside and produce some fine tunes, while having some tea and pumpkin sweets. We would like to make your mixing process even more cozy with two *NEW* bundles and a whole new bundle-pricing strategy - with up to 50% discount regarding the single plugin price.
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André Kirchner 30 Sep 2019
32bit support

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32bit Support Canceled with next release

Please note, that with the next release we will no longer support 32bit architecture (both on MAC and Windows). We are undergoing this change to fulfill security and technical recommendations as given by the OS vendors. If you have any questions, please get in touch via helpdesk@blackroosteraudio.com
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André Kirchner 30 Aug 2019
VLA-FET

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VLA-FET Release

Black Rooster Audio is excited to present the VLA-FET, inspired by one of the most famous and renowned leveling amplifiers in studio history. This plug-in allows for manipulation of the dynamics in the most intuitive but intense manner, thus giving you a creative tool with an outstanding variety of options, never being overly complex in handling.
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André Kirchner 01 Jul 2019   •  1Min read
Black Friday 2018

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Black Friday 2018 is on

Black Friday 2018 is on. Grab your licenses at 70% discount on the regular price for every plugin (AAX/VST/AU) => Voucher: 2018BLACKFRIDAY. What's blacker than black? #blackroosteraudio
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André Kirchner 20 Nov 2018
Edelwiess`72 Released

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Edelweiss`72 Release

We are happy to introduce to you our Edelweiss`72 - A highly dynamic mixing toolchain, that allows surgical modifications to any signal or mix that might sound limply, needs subtle tweaking or a decent finish.
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André Kirchner 26 Oct 2018   •  1Min read
VEQ-1P Release

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VEQ-1P Release

Black Rooster Audio is excited to announce the VEQ-1P Program EQ, inspired by one of the most famous and renowned equalizers in studio history.
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André Kirchner 06 Apr 2018   •  1Min read
v2.1.2 Hotfix

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Hotfix v2.1.2

We have just released a v2.1.2 hotfix that resolves issues on Mac OS.
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André Kirchner 28 Nov 2017
v2.1.1 Bugfix release

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Bugfix release v2.1.1

You can now download v2.1.1 update release.
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André Kirchner 24 Nov 2017
The VPRE-73 is available

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Welcome our VPRE-73

Black Rooster Audio is proud to present the VPRE-73.
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André Kirchner 15 Nov 2017
The Magnetite is available

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v2.0.1 Hotfix

You can download a v2.0.1 hotfix as of now which resolves sporadic crashes in ProTools 12.7 or newer on Mac OS. We also fixed a bug that would prevent the realtime monitoring from working properly in AudioUnit hosts.
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Black Rooster Audio 05 Jul 2017
The Magnetite is available

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The Magnetite is here

Black Rooster Audio is proud to present Magnetite, our homage to the sound of magnetitc tape recorders.
Huge drums, distorted loops, saturated vocals, you name it - let Magnetite breathe new life into your sources.
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André Kirchner 28 Jun 2017
GUI Resize in our plug-ins

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Resizable GUIs / v1.9 released

We're proud to present v1.9 of our Plugin Pack which brings you a whole bunch of new features and bug fixes: It's now possible to resize the GUIs to taste and HighDPI support on Windows has been improved. We also optimized the Studio One 3 integration.
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André Kirchner 24 May 2017
Blackface SC-5 Compressor available

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The Blackface SC-5 is here

Faithfully modeled after the 80s revision of its blue-faced brother the Blackface SC-5 audio plugin offers a slightly darker tone and adds an external sidechain input. Super transparent vocal treatment to colorful compression - meet the Blackface SC-5.
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André Kirchner 27 Apr 2017
1.7.1 Hotfix

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v1.7.1 Hotfix

You can now download a v1.7.1 hotfix which includes an improved activation troubleshooting guide. To simplify the overall workflow further we removed the auto pop-up of the activation dialog during the DAW's plugin scan as requested by some customers.
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André Kirchner 13 Apr 2017
New activation system / relaunch

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New activation system / relaunch

Due to the tremendous amount of feedback we decided to bring you a much more straightforward licensing system. Just enter your email and serial number and hit unlock. No more tedious C/R procedures. The new system is accompanied by a major website overhaul.
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André Kirchner 05 Apr 2017
The Blueface SC-5 is here

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The Blueface SC-5 is here

Accurately modeled after the original 70s Blueface version of a classic and sought-after VCA compressor the SC-5 opens up a whole world of versatility: Super gentle compression to smashed-up live drums - the Blueface SC-5 handeles it all.
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André Kirchner 29 Mar 2017
Vintage EQ Bundle

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The Vintage EQ bundle is here!

Black Rooster Audio is proud to present the Vintage EQ bundle. Inspired by two of the most renowned classics from the 50s the VHL-3C and the VEQ-5 will bring the beauty of these passive equalization circuits into your DAW. As a teaser we're giving away the VHL-3C for free!
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André Kirchner 02 Mar 2017
Cypress TT-15 release

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The Cypress TT-15 is here

You are looking for a super versatile, no-nonsense valve guitar amp emulation that gives you a wide range of tones? But at the same time, you don't want to spend a lot of money? Then you should definitely check our Cypress TT-15 head. Get it now, it's free!
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André Kirchner 02 Feb 2017
v1.3.1 hotfix released

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v1.3.1 Hotfix

We're happy to announce the release of a v1.3.1 hotfix that resolves issues with high DPI modes on Windows where the DAW would crash or display a blank GUI. Click here to download version 1.3.1 of the Black Rooster Audio Plug-in Pack installer.
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André Kirchner 22 Jan 2017
Black Rooster Audio adds AAX support

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AAX support / v1.3 released

All Black Rooster Audio plug-ins finally support the AAX native format and can now be run in ProTools 10 or newer. We provide a 25% discount for all AAX users that missed the VLA-2A introduction offer. Please enter the voucher code 2017_aax_discount when placing your order.
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André Kirchner 20 Jan 2017
VLA-3A released

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VLA-3A released / v1.2.1 Hotfix

Happy new year everyone! We're excited to announce the VLA-3A release. The VLA-3A maintains the T4 based sound but features a quicker and brighter response. We just added a v1.2.1 hotfix that resolves problems with downward session compatibility.
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André Kirchner 02 Jan 2017
Black Rooster Audio will add AAX support early 2017

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AAX support early next year

Black Rooster Audio is happy to inform their customers that after the VLA-2A release, their dev team has started to work on AAX support for their plug-ins. The goal of releasing AAX has been assigned highest priority and is scheduled for early 2017.
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André Kirchner 06 Dec 2016
Black Rooster Audio introduces the VLA-2A

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The VLA-2A is here

We finally bring you the VLA-2A Vintage Leveling Amplifier, the finest emulation of THE opto electronic tube compressor of the 1960s. Thanks to everyone who helped and supported us to make this a solid and stellar release.
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André Kirchner 20 Nov 2016
Black Rooster Audio announces the VLA-3A

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Stay tuned for the VLA-3A

Our team is working hard on preparing the VLA-3A plug-in. Consider it the modern and brighter sounding discrete solid-state brother of the VLA-2A. Stay tuned, we will provide infos soon.
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André Kirchner 19 Nov 2016
Check out Black Rooster's Canary plug-in

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Check the Canary plug-in

Check out our Canary plug-in. Add attack and tone to dull and powerless sounding drum-recordings. You want to know what's best about it? It's completely free.
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André Kirchner 19 Oct 2016

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