Clark Pro Audio updates Lofi Panda to v3.8.1

22nd January 2026

Clark Pro Audio recently updated Lofi Panda to v3.8 (actually v3.8.1).

Changes in Lofi Panda v3.8

Lazy Load Function:
- Added a new button called 'Lazy Load'.
- When selected it will speed up loading time when switching between presets.
- It will also reduce memory and CPU usage.
4 New FXs + Degrader Retired: For now, the degrader FX has been retired. However, 4 new FXs have been added:
- Tremolo.
- Textures – Control static textures that overlay the playback audio.
- Auto Panner.
- Vibrato.
Expansions Ecosystem Optimized: A brand new expansion ecosystem has been built.
- Set Global Expansions Folder: You can now select a global expansions samples folder. This will be the main folder all expansion samples are stored in. You can set it to an external hard-drive.
- Install Expansions Right Inside Lofi Panda: Expansions now will come shipped as .hr1 files. You will now be able to upload and install them directly inside Lofi Panda.
Preset Browser Expansions Tab:
- Now you will be able to select through expansions directly in the preset browser.
Optimizations:
- A lot of the backend code and structure has been optimized and streamlined resulting in smoother workflow and playback.
- Light UI changes have been made as well including a new top bar and parameter labels above knobs.