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What it is

Redux is a sample-based instrument that combines a phrase sequencer with MIDI implementation. Its tracker notation lets users enter notes and control sample playback precisely, while the sequencer creates phrases using notes and program-change events. Redux can send MIDI note events to its host so the tracker interface can trigger instruments in a DAW. Effects and a quasi-modular system let devices modulate one another. The waveform editor can adjust volume, remove leading or trailing silence, apply effects, and slice samples; those edits are saved with the preset. A built-in recorder and draw tool support sample creation, and drag-and-drop import accepts common audio formats, including SFZ multisamples. Users can save and recall presets by section, add content libraries by dragging and dropping, and connect eight global macro controls to multiple parameters and functions. Redux is a plugin, not a standalone app, and runs in a DAW that supports VST3 or Audio Unit. It is available for Linux, macOS, and Windows. The demo is otherwise fully functional but generates a subtle hiss. A Redux license costs $5,600 as a one-time purchase and covers versions 1.4.4 to 2.4.4.

Spec sheet

What it does
Redux is a sample-based instrument combined with a phrase sequencer and full-featured MIDI implementation.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Support
Renoise directs users to its manual and community forum, and says its team can help with remaining questions or technical issues.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Headquarters
Berlin, GermanyRead 28 Sep 2026 · renoise.com
Demo limit
The demo is otherwise fully functional but generates a subtle hiss.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Effects and modulation
Redux includes DSP effects and a quasi-modular system that lets devices modulate one another.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Host compatibility
The system requirements page says Redux runs in any DAW that supports VST3 or Audio Unit plugins.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Import and recording
Redux has a built-in sample recorder and draw tool, supports drag-and-drop import, and understands common audio formats including SFZ multisamples.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Macro controls
Eight globally accessible macro controls can connect to multiple parameters and functions.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
MIDI output
Redux can send MIDI note events to the host so its tracker interface can trigger instruments in a DAW.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Platforms and plugin formats
The download page lists Redux 1.4.4 demo downloads for 64-bit VST3 on Windows and Linux, and VST3 and AudioUnit on macOS with Intel and Apple Silicon support.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Presets and libraries
Sections can save and recall presets, and content libraries can add effects, samples, and phrases by drag and drop.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Sample editing
The waveform editor can adjust volume, remove leading or trailing silence, apply effects, and slice samples; edits are saved with the preset.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Sequencer
Its sequencer creates musical phrases controlled by notes and program-change events.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com
Tracker notation
Its tracker notation lets users trigger notes and control sample playback precisely.Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com

Plans and prices

Redux license $5,600, paid once * + local VAT rates. License from 1.4.4 to 2.4.4 Read 4 Oct 2026 · renoise.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Tracker notation provides precise sample playback control.
  • Sequencer phrases use notes and program-change events.
  • Waveform edits are saved with the preset.
  • Imports common audio formats, including SFZ multisamples.
  • Eight global macros can control multiple parameters.

Limits

  • Requires a DAW that supports VST3 or Audio Unit.
  • No standalone app is available.
  • Demo generates a subtle hiss.
  • License costs $5,600 as a one-time purchase.

Who it suits

Redux suits music makers who want a sample-based instrument with tracker-style note control, phrase sequencing, and MIDI output inside a compatible DAW. It is not a standalone app.

Verdict

Redux offers sample editing, tracker notation, sequencing, and MIDI features as a plugin for compatible DAWs on Linux, macOS, and Windows. The demo has a subtle hiss, and the listed license price is $5,600 as a one-time purchase.

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