AudioThing has announced the release of a free update to its 8-bit/chiptune synthesizer plugin which emulates the sound of ’80s game consoles and retro computers.

Version 1.6.5 of miniBit adds support for Linux and iOS.

From noisy, snare-like steps to ambient subs, miniBit has many uses beyond what one expects from a chiptune synth.

Changes in miniBit v1.6.5

  • Added: CLAP plugin format.
  • Added: Linux VST2, VST3, CLAP plugin formats.
  • Added: Windows 11 support.
  • Added: macOS 13 Ventura support.
  • Added: AAX Silicon Support.
  • Improved: Support for Retina/HiDPI displays.
  • Improved: CPU and memory usage.
  • Fixed: Popups not opening correctly with multiple instances in Logic Pro.
  • Fixed: Minor bugs.

miniBit is on sale at a 50% discount, priced $10 USD for the desktop version (VST/VST3, AU, AAX and CLAP) and $4.99 USD for iOS/AUv3.

The offer is valid at the AudioThing store and from distributors ADSR Sounds and Plugin Boutique until October 11th, 2023.