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‘It showcases a selection of 100 presets meticulously curated from the esteemed source software, V Collection and Pigments.’
Arturia, a renowned music software company, has recently launched a free version of its popular Analog Lab software called Analog Lab Play. This new software suite offers 100 presets from the original Analog Lab and other well-reviewed virtual instruments like Pigments. It also features a simplified interface called Play View, which enhances user experience by streamlining visual cues and speeding up the preset selection process. Additionally, users have the option to purchase standalone instruments.
Compared to the original software, Analog Lab Play offers a lower number of presets with its 100 available options. However, considering that it is free, this limitation is understandable. This release presents an excellent opportunity for users to familiarize themselves with Arturia’s sound engines, especially with Black Friday discounts on the horizon.
In addition to Analog Lab Play, Arturia has also refreshed its paid software, now called Analog Lab Pro. This upgraded version still grants access to thousands of presets from Arturia’s renowned V Collection, Pigments, and related soft synths. Priced at $200, Analog Lab Pro remains mostly unchanged but will receive the same UI refresh as Analog Lab Play.
It’s worth noting that this is not the first time Arturia has offered a free version of its software. Analog Lab Intro, a similar product to Analog Lab Play, was previously available as a free download with the purchase of select MIDI controllers or as a standalone software suite. The company occasionally releases free instruments and effects as well, such as the lo-fi tape plugin based on its Mellotron emulation in 2021.
Interested users can download Analog Lab Play immediately, while the UI refresh for Analog Lab Pro will be available at a later date. Arturia has recently introduced other products, including an effect based on the iconic Leslie rotary speaker and an emulation of the acid house classic Roland TB-303.