Insights for running an audio software business

Pricing, licensing, growth, and infrastructure. Written with independent audio software teams.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
James Russell

How to Launch Your First Plugin – A Checklist

Have you thought of everything? Use this ten-category checklist to see if you’ve missed anything in the preparation of marketing your first plugin or its follow-up.

Friday, April 3, 2026
James Russell

What Does a Good Marketing Back-End for a Plugin Developer Look Like?

A strong marketing system works behind the scenes, connecting data, tools, and automation to turn user actions into smarter decisions and better sales.

Monday, February 23, 2026
James Russell

12 Pricing Models for Music Software

Pricing your plugin isn’t just about picking a number — whether you follow the steady, trust-building approach of ValhallaDSP, the perpetual sales cycle of Waves, or the flexible Rent-to-Own model popularised by Splice, your pricing strategy ultimately shapes how customers perceive, buy, and value your product.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Hampus Åström

The Mistake Almost Every Audio Software Developer Makes

Russ Hughes on clarity, conviction, and the questions developers avoid asking

Tuesday, February 3, 2026
James Russell

How to Price an Audio Plugin - More Approaches, More Factors

More theories on what matters when determining the pricing for your plugin, and how pricing digital products works in general.

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