► melcom's FFmpeg Audio Normalizer! v2.2.0

Announcing melcom's FFmpeg Audio Normalizer v2.2.0 (GUI Edition)!

Great news for music producers and audio creators! Version 2.2.0 of melcom's FFmpeg Audio Normalizer is now available, bringing significant improvements to your audio workflow!

This tool is designed to normalize the audio volume of any audio file using FFmpeg, saving the processed file in the original directory with the '-Normalized' suffix. melcom's FFmpeg Audio Normalizer is a frontend for FFmpeg (ffmpeg.exe).

What's New in v2.2.0 (GUI Edition):

🎚️ New Default LUFS Value: The default target loudness is now set to -14 LUFS instead of -10 LUFS, which is a more versatile standard value.
🎨 Improved GUI Styling: The Options dialog now has a consistent visual style with the main window.
🔄 New "Check for Updates" Menu Item: A new "Check for Updates" option has been added to the Info menu, linking to the website for easy update discovery.

📧 For any questions or support, please don't hesitate to contact me here.

💾 Ready to experience the enhanced Audio Normalizer? Download melcom's FFmpeg Audio Normalizer v2.2.0 (GUI Edition) and explore all the new features! Get it from this link.

Happy normalizing!

Cheers,
melcom

► Quantum Deception - New Album Announcement

Good morning, dear community.

I am excited to announce that I am working on a new album. The working title is "Quantum Deception", which also serves as the title track.

Five tracks are already complete! They might need a bit of polishing, but overall, they are ready. Two well-known demosceners have already had a sneak peek: Jochen 'Virgill' Feldkötter and Claus-Dieter 'Adok' Volko from Hugi Magazine.

Both are long-time friends whose opinions I greatly value. After letting them preview some tracks, I can say they are very excited about this album!

No Tracking Modules This Time

For fans of tracking modules (.it / Impulse Tracker), I have some unfortunate news: this time, there won’t be any downloadable modules. Lately, I’ve been using OpenMPT mainly for creating my own samples/instruments with various VST plugins. While I do compose some tracks in OpenMPT, I only save individual patterns as .wav files and import them into FL Studio or Renoise, which are my primary tools right now.

I'm sorry, but I also want to expand my skills and learn new things. I've been putting this off for too long. Since I don’t own any hardware like a keyboard, I have to adapt. My girlfriend owns a violin, which will be featured in some tracks!

A Variety of Sounds

The tracks on this album are quite diverse ranging from techno, downtempo, chillout, synthpop, emotional, orchestral/easy listening. One track even has a distinct cyberpunk vibe, set in 2049, featuring some intense, gritty sounds.

Release Date?

How many tracks will the album have? I don’t know yet. I’ll keep going until I feel it’s complete—it could be in three months or a year from now. But I wanted to share this milestone with you because it has been a long time since my last album. After struggling with illness (and still recovering), I finally have some energy again to pursue my passion: computer music.

Stay healthy and take care!
Your melcom

► My New Track: Splintered Mindscape

I am thrilled to share with you my latest creation, Splintered Mindscape, a track that captures the splintered reality of my fragmented mind. Created using OpenMPT, FL Studio, and various VST instruments, Splintered Mindscape takes you on a surreal journey through the shards of my thoughts. It is an emotional experience that blurs the boundaries between reality and fantasy. This track is my second release, following Crumble's Theme, and marks my transition from OpenMPT to FL Studio. All samples and instruments were created by me. 💾 You can download Splintered Mindscape here. I would love to hear your feedback, so feel free to reach out to me on my 📧 Contact page.

Thank you for listening to my music, and I look forward to sharing more with you soon.

Best regards,
melcom

► Pixel Moves (Preview) 12/06/2024 - Now Available

I'm excited to share a special preview of my latest track, "Pixel Moves", with all of you! This piece was primarily created using FL Studio and VST instruments, with additional refinement done in OpenMPT. It’s a mix of nostalgic charm and modern sounds, crafted with love for tracker music and the demoscene. 🎶

While I'm aiming to finish the full version soon, it’s possible it won’t be ready before the end of this year. So, think of this preview as an early holiday gift to my wonderful community. 🎄🎁

Check out the YouTube video below to get a taste of "Pixel Moves":

By popular demand, I’m also offering the preview as an MP3 download! Grab your copy here:

Download: Pixel Moves (MP3)

Thank you all for your amazing support! I hope "Pixel Moves" brightens your day and gets you in the holiday spirit. Let me know your thoughts—I always love hearing your feedback. 😊

Stay tuned for more updates and, hopefully, the full version soon!

► Crumble's Theme - Now Available in MP3 Format!

I'm excited to announce that "Crumble's Theme" is now available for download in MP3 format! This captivating track was composed using OpenMPT, with all samples and instruments meticulously crafted by yours truly.

To listen to "Crumble's Theme" and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies, simply click the link below:

Download: Crumble's Theme (MP3)

Thank you for your support, and I hope you enjoy listening to "Crumble's Theme" as much as I enjoyed creating it!

Stay tuned for more updates and new releases.