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- KVRAF
- 2627 posts since 16 May, 2004 from Soviet Union
I have just 4 from paids, frankly i had to become lost a bit interest after Amalgame and Litote (although did grab Litote, but rather because low price and fan of granulars, but plug not seemed for me succesfull).
But their Ephemere (as fm drum module) sounds good. As well delays in their performance (like Incipit) always seemed interesting\complex.
So there is a bit sadly that did missed some of them lol.
Upd and regards access to latest installers (for paid stuff), fortunately i found that links to gumroad (taken from email updates newsletters, for each purchased plug separately) still alive, so today was able to download all (except freeware Regressif latest version).
So, if anyone like me was late for download stuff, it still can done yet (not sure how long will able though).
But their Ephemere (as fm drum module) sounds good. As well delays in their performance (like Incipit) always seemed interesting\complex.
So there is a bit sadly that did missed some of them lol.
Upd and regards access to latest installers (for paid stuff), fortunately i found that links to gumroad (taken from email updates newsletters, for each purchased plug separately) still alive, so today was able to download all (except freeware Regressif latest version).
So, if anyone like me was late for download stuff, it still can done yet (not sure how long will able though).
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- KVRAF
- 1583 posts since 26 Aug, 2019
I can confirm the gumroad links from the original purchase still work today, at least for Interstice and Bref. I do really like Interstice. Demoed Litote and Cruelle and neither of them did it for me.
Regressif last version I have is 1.4. I only have the mac version. 1.3 also came with presets. Documentation I have is 1.3. Maybe there only was a mac v1.4?
Bref, I have no documentation. Does it need it? From the email announcing it (Nov 20, 2023).
Regressif last version I have is 1.4. I only have the mac version. 1.3 also came with presets. Documentation I have is 1.3. Maybe there only was a mac v1.4?
Bref, I have no documentation. Does it need it? From the email announcing it (Nov 20, 2023).
We are excited to share Bref, a compact synthesizer plugin (VST3 and AU) that is now available for you to explore. Bref is our latest creation, tailored for designing synthetic percussion sounds.
At the heart of Bref is a modified version of the Ephemere synthesis engine, fine-tuned to effortlessly generate a diverse range of short, crisp metallic sounds. We have focused on making the workflow intuitive and enjoyable : randomly generate two FM percussion sounds and seamlessly blend them together via the MORPH knob.
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- KVRAF
- 8528 posts since 29 Sep, 2010 from Maui
Well, you never know what Ivo will come up with, he is a huge part of the designs for GM.c_voltage wrote: Mon Nov 10, 2025 12:19 am Damn, Bref it's even like brother of Ephemere, seems it was good. *cry
Seem's He's been active on his YouTube channel within the last few months, so he's not dropped off the planet or anything, he may find another partner or go it alone, certainly he's capable.
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- KVRian
- Topic Starter
- 1308 posts since 30 Oct, 2003 from Pacific NW, USA
Inear Display is back online, and offering their software as pay-what-you-want. Obviously, there will be those who pay nothing, but expect compatibility updates. Sadly, that’s just part of human nature and greed.
If you find the software to be useful, I highly encourage you to make a donation of some kind. These quirky and extreme plug-ins are great, and I’d like to see the developer get some support to maintain them.
I’m not paid or associated with Inear Display. I’m just a happy customer who was bummed out when I read about them closing up shop. I appreciate their efforts to maintain their cool lineup!
If you find the software to be useful, I highly encourage you to make a donation of some kind. These quirky and extreme plug-ins are great, and I’d like to see the developer get some support to maintain them.
I’m not paid or associated with Inear Display. I’m just a happy customer who was bummed out when I read about them closing up shop. I appreciate their efforts to maintain their cool lineup!
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- KVRist
- 202 posts since 26 Jul, 2023 from France
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- KVRian
- 748 posts since 28 Jan, 2003
Hah! Two for me. Thanks for the heads up Morphex, Inear Display has always rocked. Support this guy if you haven't already.
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- KVRAF
- 7116 posts since 19 Apr, 2002 from Utah
I just went to the site, and didn't see any "cease" messages. I looked at the FAQ, and this is what it said:
Are the plugins still being maintained?
Yes, bugs and compatiblity issues are still actively being fixed. Improvements are being worked on too, but at a slower pace.
I thought you had closed shop?
Inear Display was a commercial endeavour for 12 years, but in 2025, it turned into a side project. There has been a one year hiatus after this change, while I evaluated how to keep the development of the plugins going.
I'm having issues installing the presets on macOS.
See this page for a workaround.
Am I wrong, or am I just way behind in the news?
Edit: I'm just way behind.
Page two had lots of info about the situation. 
Are the plugins still being maintained?
Yes, bugs and compatiblity issues are still actively being fixed. Improvements are being worked on too, but at a slower pace.
I thought you had closed shop?
Inear Display was a commercial endeavour for 12 years, but in 2025, it turned into a side project. There has been a one year hiatus after this change, while I evaluated how to keep the development of the plugins going.
I'm having issues installing the presets on macOS.
See this page for a workaround.
Am I wrong, or am I just way behind in the news?
Edit: I'm just way behind.
Page two had lots of info about the situation. Vendor‑Dependent Copy Protection: Customers lose. Pirates win.
(Also: I'm Accused of lying about Linux—it boots, runs my pro audio workflow, stays stable, updates--though yearly dismissed as “niche”. Yet I'm the deluded one.)
(Also: I'm Accused of lying about Linux—it boots, runs my pro audio workflow, stays stable, updates--though yearly dismissed as “niche”. Yet I'm the deluded one.)
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- KVRAF
- 4437 posts since 26 Jan, 2006 from :noitacoL
big fat yay. squared.
member of the guild of professional dilettantes.
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- KVRian
- Topic Starter
- 1308 posts since 30 Oct, 2003 from Pacific NW, USA
Right on, I’m glad that you were able to get the plug-in that you wanted. Thanks for supporting him too!pekbro wrote: Wed Feb 25, 2026 3:34 am Well I bought Gorgan V2 for 20 euros (2x Suggested), best I could do for today, collection complete!
Thanks Thomas
