Bitwig has announced an upcoming update to its Bitwig Studio music production software for Windows, macOS and Linux.
Now in public beta, the new Sampler features quick, versatile slicing with advanced functions. It also offers two new play modes – the time-stretching Spectral and the granular Fragments – and major additions to existing modes, including authentic hardware emulation. Automatic tempo and pitch detection revolutionize old workflows and introduce new ones. And there are many more upgrades across the device, including improved multisample editing, a new Bell filter, and an updated interface with new playhead visualizations.
The updated Sampler makes all audio playable – and ready to color, explore, and perform. It also invites users to sample in ways that weren’t possible before, with unique and powerful features such as looping slices and modulation per slice, harmonic “bending,” synth-like play modes, innovative granular playback options, and more.
The Bitwig Studio 6.1 beta is free to access for Bitwig Studio, Producer, and Essentials users with an active Upgrade Plan (as of June 18th, 2026). The update is scheduled for release in the summer.
The updated Sampler and the new Tuner are available in all Bitwig editions. Sampler’s new Spectral and Fragments play modes are only available in the full version of Bitwig Studio.
New customers can purchase any edition of Bitwig Studio at a 25% discount during the Summer Sale at the Bitwig store and from distributors such as Plugin Boutique and AudioDeluxe. The offer expire August 4th, 2026.
