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LUNACY AUDIO LAUNCHES AI PLUGIN MARKETPLACE

AI DESK1 MIN READ
THU, SEP 17, 2026

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Lunacy Audio has unveiled Nova, a platform enabling creators to build and sell custom AI-powered music plugins. The marketplace launches with instruments from Lunacy and partner developers, with plans to expand creator access.

Nova operates as a plugin marketplace integrated directly into digital audio workstations (DAWs). Users can browse and load custom instruments built on AI technology through a dedicated interface. Lunacy Audio, known for innovative VST plugins like Cube—a synth controlled via 3D ball manipulation—is positioning Nova as a creator economy platform. The initial rollout features a curated selection of instruments developed by Lunacy and select partners. The platform addresses growing demand for AI-assisted music production tools. By opening the marketplace to external developers, Lunacy aims to expand the plugin ecosystem beyond in-house creation. Details on pricing, revenue sharing, and creator onboarding timelines remain limited. The company has indicated broader access for developers will come in future updates.

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