Bitwig Studio 5.3 Released

Bitwig Studio 5.3 is out now. This is what Bitwig has to say about it...

The update elevates our stock of drum instruments with 25 new ones and introduces a step sequencing note device. It also enables recording a whole session or resampling on the fly, Windows ARM support, and under-the-hood improvements that make opening projects and configuring audio i/os easier and quicker.

Throughout 5.3's beta phase, we developed more new features and devices and added them to Bitwig Studio 5.3. Originally just a module, we decided to make a device version of the Freq Shift+ called Freq Shifter+. We also enabled a Keytracking Mode on 24 of the drum devices and a numerical control allowing pitch adjustment by semitones. And we made important improvements to the Stepwise sequencer: The Gate Mode option lets you tie neighboring notes into sustained notes, and three global actions appeared in the Inspector Panel so you can Clear, Invert, or Randomize All Lanes at once.

The Bitwig Drum Machines sound package has also been updated to include presets for and kits featuring the 5.3 drum families. The latest additions to this core, drum-themed collection include over 19 drum kits, 162 drum instrument presets, and 30+ note clips.

You can find the full details of what's new here. 

Pricing and Availability:
Bitwig Studio 5.3 is a free upgrade for all license holders with an active Upgrade Plan as of November 21, 2024. Bitwig Studio Producer and Essentials license holders will receive the v8 family of drums and the Stepwise Sequencer.

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