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Universal Audio releases LUNA 3.0 with AI stem separation and audio-to-MIDI

September 16

Universal Audio released LUNA 3.0, adding AI-powered stem separation and audio-to-MIDI tools to its DAW, with a free tier offering four-track separation and a paid Studio version providing advanced features for $199.

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