Stem creation tools have been around for a few years now, but there's no doubt that they've never been in such good health as they are these days. Serato Sample, Acon Digital Remix and Moises are some recent examples of what I'm talking about. And in case we haven't had enough news about this technology in recent months, Image Line now arrives with FL Studio 21.2 and adds its own native algorithm. But not only, because the latest update of its DAW also welcomes FL Cloud , a subscription service that offers various content and services, and other news that I will tell you right now.

Image Line FL Studio 21.2
As you already know, stem creation tools take a track, a loop or any complex audio file and divide it into independent tracks or "stems", if we translate the English term literally. The resulting number of tracks and the nature of each of them will always depend on the algorithm behind it, but with some exceptions, it is usual to obtain around four tracks in which the voice, the rhythmic part, the melodica and bass. A kind of unwritten standard to which the new FL Studio 21.2 algorithm subscribes to the letter. A feature that is available natively starting with FL Studio Producer Edition or higher .

Another notable new feature of FL Studio 21.2 is Kepler , a new virtual synthesizer with which the developer claims to have created a thorough emulation of the Roland Juno-6 . Having paid special attention to the behavior of the oscillators, the filters and the interaction of the controls, trying to obtain the most faithful recreation possible. And although the Vintage Phaser effect is not new, its audio engine is, which has been revised for better results. Apart from what has already been said, FL Studio 21.2 adds other new features and improvements that you can consult in the complete change log .

FL Cloud
We finally come to FL Cloud, which as you have already read is a new subscription service that expands the possibilities of FL Studio. And since I can already hear some knives sharpening, I will tell you that Image Line wanted to reassure its users by assuring that FL Cloud will in no case alter FL Studio's lifetime update policy , and that it is only intended to be an additional option for users to use. those that are useful to you.

But what does FL Cloud offer? To start, a new sample library that integrates with FL Studio and in which users will be able to find loops and samples that will be updated regularly. Additionally, FL Cloud also features an AI-based mastering service that allows you to create masters in seconds from presets optimized for genres and streaming platforms. And thanks to the integration with DistroKid , FL Cloud will also be a good option for publishing tracks on services like Spotify, Apple Music, etc.

And in the spirit that characterizes Image Line, its new subscription service seems to have been designed to be as accessible as possible for its users. And not only because its price of $7.99 (or $79.99 per year) is relatively low considering what other developers usually ask for, but because those who do not want to take out the subscription but do want to access some sounds or services on a timely basis, they can do so by purchasing credit packages that do not expire . Not to mention that FL Cloud will also offer some free sounds and some basic mastering options for all FL Studio users.

To celebrate the arrival of FL Cloud, Image Line is offering a free one-month trial to its users, and an introductory offer that gives access to the service for an entire year in exchange for $49.99 .