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XLN Audio releases RC-20 Retro Color 2.0 with Echo module and new degradation effects

11.04

XLN Audio's vintage-texture plugin gains a feedback-loop delay, codec degradation, expanded distortion models, 32 reverbs and workflow upgrades at a $99 launch price.

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