Focusrite has announced a major update to its industry-leading Hitmaker Expansion software bundle, now including the legendary Massive synthesizer from Native Instruments and FAST Balancer.

This comprehensive package, available for free to all new Scarlett, Clarett+, and Red interface users, has been enhanced to offer an even more robust set of top-quality tools for musicians seeking the best in music production.

Included with every Scarlett, Clarett+, and Red interface, Hitmaker Expansion provides an unbeatable range of record-making studio tools from the biggest names in the business. With the addition of Native Instruments Massive, users can now add high-end, big synth sounds to their tracks, from massive bass to scorching leads. The powerful synth engine offers over 1,300 production-ready presets that can be used as is or fine-tuned to perfection.

FAST Balancer joins Hitmaker Expansion to help accelerate the mixing process. Using a powerful AI, Focusrite’s FAST Balancer listens to instrument or vocal tracks and provides three selectable options to enhance the track and help it shine in the mix.

Alongside these new additions, Hitmaker Expansion continues to offer a great selection of tools for music creation, mixing, and mastering.

Users can find inspiration and capture ideas with Antares Auto-Tune Access, Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, and Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock Kit. Mix with powerful studio tools like Relab LX480 Essentials, Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite, and Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC. Master and release music with a two-month subscription to LANDR Studio and five free masters to use anytime, even after the subscription period is over.

“With the addition of Native Instruments MASSIVE and FAST Balancer, Hitmaker Expansion is now bigger and better than ever. We’re excited to offer our users an even more comprehensive suite of tools to inspire and streamline their creative process from start to finish,” said Will Hoult, Head of Product, Focusrite.

The updated Hitmaker Expansion software bundle is available for all Scarlett, Clarett+, and Red interfaces registered from May 9th, 2023, and can be redeemed via the Focusrite user portal.

More information: Focusrite