Smackbox V2 released - Drum synth - 50% off introductory offer

[swindus]

Yes, I mean the preset and log folder.

[stefancrs]

Yes, I mean the preset and log folder.

Got it. Sorry about that. Will fix in the next release!

[swindus]

Great, thanks!

[pekbro]

FYI: So the win installer is still doubling up. I have to manually delete the old version, which I always forget to do, so I have to rename the top (old folder) to be able to copy the new version out to its own dir, so I can delete the old version...

Is there any chance you might consider allowing for custom color settings for the hilite colors? That's always a nice option to have imo...

-Cheers

Gah, will inspect again. Thanks for letting me know!

Will have a think about the color thingy

Just to give an idea of what I'm talking about with the colors...
*This particular plugin has I think 10 pre-defined base colors you can choose from.

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[stefancrs]

Smackbox V2 - Update v1.0.9 Released
Noticed an bug with the licence activation, so here's a quick hotfix update for Smackbox V2. Version 1.0.9 is now available.
What's New:

• Improved License Activation: The plugin now uses a stable machine fingerprint, so reinstalling or updating won't eat up your activations.
• UI Fix: Restored the missing "M" label on the mute buttons in the pad area.

If you're already on 1.0.8, I recommend updating to avoid potential licensing headaches down the line.
Go download it at the site.

[morphex]

Smackbox V2 - Update v1.0.9 Released
Noticed an bug with the licence activation, so here's a quick hotfix update for Smackbox V2. Version 1.0.9 is now available.
What's New:

• Improved License Activation: The plugin now uses a stable machine fingerprint, so reinstalling or updating won't eat up your activations.
• UI Fix: Restored the missing "M" label on the mute buttons in the pad area.

If you're already on 1.0.8, I recommend updating to avoid potential licensing headaches down the line.
Go download it at the site.

Much respect for your clear communication, consistent updates, and for your willingness to incorporate other people’s ideas. I think the improvements are making Smackbox an even better product overall.

[NWSM]

Linux (debian based (bookworm), KDE, X11)
i wasn't able to install or start the standalone the Linux Version because of missing Libs:

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x86_64-linux-gnu/libstdc++.so.6: version `GLIBCXX_3.4.32' not found 
libm.so.6: version `GLIBC_2.38' not found

my installed GLIB is

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packet: glibc-source 2.36-9+deb12u13

i could force version, because the system choose the actual best working version,
for stability, what is a common behavior on Debian System.
i will not force the version via synaptic.

reach me for further information.

[stefancrs]

I will investigate this and try to have it fixed for the next release, thank you so much for testing!

[stefancrs]

As far as I understand, it's just because I was building in the latest version of Ubuntu and hence using high library versions. I will build the next release in an older version and hopefully that will help.

[stefancrs]

Smackbox V2 v1.1.0 Released!

Hey everyone!

New update is out with some nice improvements:

What's New:

• Multi-Output Support - Full 12 stereo outputs for routing each pad to separate mixer channels in your DAW
• Preset Folder Organization - Factory presets now organized into categories
• More Factory Presets - 33 presets included, featuring contributions from sinkmusic
• Linux Compatibility Fix - Fixed glibc version issues on Debian 12 and similar distros
• Improved Preset Management - Create folders with "Save As" using / in the name

Download:
https://dropshotaudio.com

As always, feedback and bug reports welcome! Let me know how the multi-out routing works for your workflow.

Cheers!

[audiojunkie]

What type of copy protection does this use? You mentioned that it locks to the machine ID, so I'm guessing challenge/response?

[stefancrs]

What type of copy protection does this use? You mentioned that it locks to the machine ID, so I'm guessing challenge/response?

I guess it counts as that. You have to enter your licence key and that gets stored locally and validated (in the background) each time you launch the plugin.

Edit: on the server side a unique machine ID gets connected to the licence and you can install on the plugin on up to three machines at the same time. You can delete activations yourself if you want to transfer to a fourth machine etc.

[pekbro]

Heh, I've made 2 presets so far. Thinking I'm not overly good at it.

[stefancrs]

Heh, I've made 2 presets so far. Thinking I'm not overly good at it.

Still cool in my book, will check them out!

[stefancrs]

I thought they were quirky and cool Thanks for sharing!