Renoise version 2.8 is now available, adding 64-bit support for all platforms and workflow improvements.

Registered users can download their personal copies from the Renoise Backstage. Demo versions are available at renoise.com/demo

New features in 2.8 include:

Full 64-bit Support:

• 64-bit versions for all platforms: Windows, OS X and Linux.
• Plug-in bridge allows 32-bit plug-ins to be used within 64-bit Renoise.
• Full Rewire 64-bit support.

Track Groups & Collapsing:

• Group tracks into logical units, collapse them for better overview.
• Flexible routing of group tracks.
• Collapsed tracks use minimal space, while still providing a quick overview.
• Pattern effects in groups will affect all member tracks simultaneously.
• Automatically collapse all tracks except the one you are focussing on.
• Color code tracks with adjustable background colors.

New and Improved DSP Effects and Meta Devices:

• New DSP Multitap delay for spaced out filtered echo madness.
• New DSP Repeater for st-st-st-stuttery goodness.
• New DSP Exciter to make your mixes sparkle.
• New Meta Mixer allowing blending of modulation signals into one output.
• Improved EQs with bigger graphs and all values can be automated.
• Improved Send devices, which can now be individually panned.
• New and improved crossover filters for the Multi Send device.

Other Workflow Improvements:

• Sample Editor channels can be edited separately.
• Significantly faster sample loading.
• New and improved spectrum view with phase correlation meter in Phase Scope.
• Side-by-side comparison of two tracks in the spectrum view.
• New pattern effects: Tremolo, Auto Pan, Set Envelope Position.
• Logical mnemonics for pattern effects from A-Z instead of cryptic numbers.
• Hyper-threading support for new Intel i5 and i7 CPUs and others.
• Various audio engine speed optimizations for all platforms.
• New Favorites system for plug-ins and native DSP devices.
• Expandable and detachable Envelope Editor.
• Memorize last used bank/preset paths per plug-in.
• Automatically name rendered songs/patterns.

and much more...

For a complete rundown of the new features, have a look at the Renoise 2.8 launch page: renoise.com/release-notes/280