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2018 News

2018 News Archive

Year-End Deals Launched (2018/12/13)

It's the end of the year, it's time to celebrate our 15 years in the audio software business and the arrival of 2019 (expecting many updates and new software...)!

We have launched our year-end promotions, with up to 40% off! They will last until December 31st only, don't miss them!

Just purchased a product from us? Don't worry: you will get an additional 10% discount on these promotions, like all existing customers prior to this announcement: check your email!

Enjoy!

Blue Cat's Freeware Pack Update (2018/12/13)

Blue Cat's Freeware Plug-ins Pack II - Download Freeware Audio Plugins (VST, VST3, AAX, Audio Unit) (Freeware)

We are happy to announce the update of all our free plug-ins! The Free Pack bundle that gathers them all now also includes the Free Amp plug-in.

With refreshed zoomable user interfaces, performance improvements and a few fixes, this is a recommended update for all 7 plug-ins (see details on each product page).

Of course, all these plug-ins are still 100% free: no registration, no dongle, no mailing list... Just download and install them freely. Enjoy!


PatchWork, Axiom, Late Replies and Destructor Updated (2018/12/07)

Blue Cat's Axe Pack - Guitar & Bass Software Bundle

We are happy to announce the release of Blue Cat's Axiom 1.12, Destructor 1.41, Late Replies 1.31 and PatchWork 2.31.

These new versions mainly bring performance improvements and a few bug fixes: audio analysis tasks (spectrum analyzer or guitar tuner) are now performed in the background, so that they do not impact audio performance anymore.

These updates are free for existing customers (using the link received by email upon purchase). Enjoy!

Create VST, VST3 and AU Plug-ins With Plug'nScript 3.1 (2018/11/30)

Blue Cat's Plug'n Script - Scriptable audio / MIDI effects processor and virtual instrument

We are thrilled to finally unleash Blue Cat's Plug'n Script 3.1!

This new version is now available as a standalone application, in addition to most common plug-ins formats. And it now lets you export your creations as independent VST, VST3 or Audio Unit plug-ins!

The update is free for registered customers, and if you do not own the plug-in yet, it is available for purchase for $79 or 79 EUR (instead of 99) until December 15th, check it out!

As usual, the update for V3 users can be downloaded from the same location as the original full version (link received by email upon purchase).

Blue Cat's MB-7 Mixer 3.2 Released (2018/11/20)

Blue Cat's MB-7 Mixer - Multi Band Mixing Plug-in and VST/VST3/AU Host

Blue Cat's MB-7 Mixer 3.2 is here!

With drag and drop support for plug-ins, performance improvements, an impulse response loader for the built-in EQ and several fixes, this is a recommended free update for registered customers!

If you do not own the plug-in yet, don't miss our promotion: it's $99 or 99 EUR (instead of 129) until November 30th, check it out!

As usual, the update for V3 users can be downloaded from the same location as the original full version (link received by email upon purchase).


Blue Cat's Late Replies 1.3 Released (2018/11/12)

Blue Cat's Late Replies - Creative Delay & Reverb / Multi FX Plug-In & Host (VST, AU, AAX, VST3)

Blue Cat's Late Replies 1.3, a new version of our creative delay plug-in is now officially available!

This new release adds drag and drop support for plug-ins, impulse responses support for the built-in EQ plug-in and several performance improvements. This is a free update for registered customers, and if you do not own the plug-in yet, you can get it for $99 or 99 EUR (instead of 129) until November 30th, check it out!

As usual, the update for registered customers can be downloaded from the same location as the original full version (link received by email upon purchase).

Enjoy!

Blue Cat's PatchWork 2.3 Free Update (2018/10/22)

Blue Cat's PatchWork - Fully Configurable Plug-Ins Chainer and Multi FX / Standalone Host or Plug-In

Blue Cat's PatchWork 2.3 is now available!

With drag and drop support, several performance improvements and impulse responses support in the built-in EQ pug-in, this free update will definitely improve your workflow, check it out!

As usual, the update for V2 users can be downloaded from the same location as the original full version (link received by email upon purchase). If you are still on version 1, an upgrade link is available from the same page.

Enjoy!

Axiom 1.11 Maintenance Update (2018/10/19)

Blue Cat's Axiom - Guitar & Bass Amp Simulation With Effects (VST, AU, AAX, VST3, Standalone)

We have just issued a maintenance update for Blue Cat's Axiom: it fixes several issues with built-in delays (see product history for details).

It is recommended to update if you have installed version 1.1 of the plug-in or standalone application.

Guitar Month - Axiom, Destructor and Free Amp Updates - Promotions (2018/10/09)

Blue Cat's Axe Pack - Guitar & Bass Software Bundle

October will be the "Guitar Month" on bluecataudio.com!

We are happy to announce the release of Blue Cat's Axiom 1.1, Destructor 1.4 and Free Amp 1.1. These new versions now support drag and drop for an optimal workflow, and they can now load and manipulate impulse reponses (IR).

At this occasion, we are launching promotions on guitar software (up to 25% off), available until the end of the month. Don't miss them! Updates are free for existing customers (using the link received by email upon purchase).

Also, check out our new video tutorials for Axiom and the free guitar presets for Axiom, Destructor and Free Amp!

Enjoy!

Mac OS 10.14 Mojave Compatibility (2018/10/01)

Have you migrated to the new MacOS "Mojave" yet?

Check out our Mojave compatibility test report before you do!

Guitar Contest Launched (2018/09/17)

Back to school? It's time to practice your instrument: we have just launched a guitar contest with prizes worth $1799, and we would like to hear you play!

Just grab one of our guitar amp simulation plug-ins and record a video of yourself playing along Martin Miller's backing track provided by jtcguitar.com to enter the competition.

Check our guitar contest page for details and exact contest rules!

Blue Cat's PatchWork 2.2 Free Update (2018/09/07)

Blue Cat's PatchWork - Fully Configurable Plug-Ins Chainer and Multi FX / Standalone Host or Plug-In

Blue Cat's PatchWork 2.3 is now available!

This new version includes 4 new built-in audio effects (reverb, harmonizer, wah, mute), many new presets and major performance improvements: this is a recommended free update for everyone, check it out!

As usual, the update for V2 users can be downloaded from the same location as the original full version (link received by eail upon purchase). If you are still on version 1, an upgrade link is available from the same page.

Enjoy!

Rockin On A Free Amp (2018/07/10)

Blue Cat's Free Amp - The Free Guitar Amp Sim Plug-In (VST, AU, AAX, VST3) (Freeware)

We are very happy to announce the release of Blue Cat's Free Amp, a brand new amp simulation plug-in that is entirely free!

Using the Destructor dynamic distortion engine, Blue Cat's Free Amp offers three amp models for a wide range of guitar tones. You can also download 20 additional free presets by Hans Van Even for the plug-in.

Check it out, it's a simple free download: no registration required, no limitation and no dongle, it's a Free Amp!

Blue Cat's MB-7 Mixer 3.1 Released (2018/06/18)

Blue Cat's MB-7 Mixer - Multi Band Mixing Plug-in and VST/VST3/AU Host

Blue Cat's MB-7 Mixer 3.1 has been released!

This new version includes 28 built-in audio effects that can be applied to individual frequency bands, and dozens of new features and enhancements improving the workflow and performance: this is a recommended free update for everyone, check it out!

Enjoy!


Blue Cat's Late Replies 1.2 Available (2018/06/05)

Blue Cat's Late Replies - Creative Delay & Reverb / Multi FX Plug-In & Host (VST, AU, AAX, VST3)

Blue Cat's Late Replies 1.2, a new version of our creative delay and multi effects plug-in is now available!

This free update adds new built-in effect plug-ins borrowed from the new Axiom, and many new presets. Check out the full change list for more details.

The update is available from the same location as the original full version (link received by email upon purchase). If you do not own the plug-in yet, check out the demo!

Blue Cat's Destructor 1.32 Free Update (2018/05/15)

Blue Cat's Destructor - Distortion and Amp Simulation Plug-In (VST, AU, AAX, VST3)

Blue Cat's Destructor has just been updated! This free update includes the new randomize feature and all the new factory presets that were created for the release of Axiom.

As usual the update can be downloaded from the same location as the original full version (link received by email upon purchase). If you do not own Blue Cat's Destructor yet, check out the demo!

Enjoy!

Guitarists & Bassists Watch Out - Axiom & Axe Pack Released (2018/04/19)

Blue Cat's Axiom - Guitar & Bass Amp Simulation With Effects (VST, AU, AAX, VST3, Standalone)

Blue Cat's Axiom 1.0, the new generation of multi effects processors and amp simulation software for guitar and bass is now available, within the new Axe Pack bundle or separately!

With its powerful dual amp simulation based on Blue Cat's Destructor, its 40 built-in effects and the ability to load third party plug-ins, Axiom will bring your axe beyond the limits, check it out!

Special introduction offers are available for both Axiom and the Axe Pack bundle until May 19th, and upgrade paths are available for existing customers during the same period. Don't miss it, check out the demo!

Blue Cat's Late Replies 1.1 Free Update (2018/04/05)

Blue Cat's Late Replies - Creative Delay & Reverb / Multi FX Plug-In & Host (VST, AU, AAX, VST3)

Blue Cat's Late Replies, our creative delay and multi effects plug-in has just been updated!

This new version brings many Graphical User Interface enhancements (including GUI zoom), new presets management features, major performance improvements and fixes a couple of issues. Check out the full change list: it is a recommended (free) update, available from the same location as the original full version (link received by email upon purchase)!

If you do not already own the plug-in, it is available for purchase at 99 EUR/USD instead of 129 until April 20th, check it out!

Blue Cat's Destructor 1.3 Free Update (2018/03/19)

We are happy to unleash Destructor 1.3, a free update for our distortion and amp simulation plug-in.

With a new "minimized" amp-style view, multiple performance enhancements, new clean guitar amp presets (and many other improvements), this is a recommended update!

As usual the update can be downloaded from the same location as the original full version (link received by email upon purchase). If you do not own Blue Cat's Destructor yet, check out the demo!

Enjoy!


NAMM 2018 Announcements (2018/01/29)

NAMM 2018 is now over... Check out what we have announced and demoed at NAMM this year! A new product for your guitar and bass tones, major products updates and free previews already available for existing customers... There's a lot to be released later this year!

Also we have extended the 20% discount offer on Blue Cat's Destructor and Late Replies until we are back from NAMM. That's two more days to take advantage of this very special offer, don't miss it!

Please Welcome Blue Cat's Axiom (2018/01/23)

Blue Cat's Axiom is our new multi effects processor and amp simulation software for guitar and bass. We are very excited to unveil this new software at the NAMM Show this week, on booth #16300.

You can already read more details about Blue Cat's Axiom on our blog. At this occasion we offer 20% discount on Blue Cat's Destructor and Late Replies until the end of the show.

Keep connected!

Looking for older news? Please consult the 2017 News page.