Delivers Community-Driven Features and Co-Production Tools Including an Intelligent Studio Assistant, a First-of-Its-Kind Moises® Studio Integration and a Native Vocal Tune Plug-in
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Fender Studio announces the latest update to its award-winning DAW, Fender Studio Pro 8. Evolving the DAW with modern tools, this release adds an in-DAW Studio Assistant that provides real-time answers and technical direction, and a Vocal Tune Plug-in for native pitch correction. In an industry first, 8.1 offers a first-of-its-kind integration with Moises Studio, empowering creators to transform vocals and generate accompanying tracks based on a creator's recordings. Together, these production and AI-powered tools support the creative process and help artists bring their vision to life, whether writing, practicing a part or producing a track.
"At Fender, we view AI the same way we view any innovation. Its value isn't in the technology itself, but in how it helps musicians create, learn and express themselves," said Max Gutnik, Chief Product Officer of Fender Electronics. "Studio Assistant provides guidance right when players need it, helping remove friction and keep the creative process moving. Our integration with Moises gives musicians powerful new ways to learn songs, practice, experiment and create. AI isn't the destination. Making music is. When technology gets out of the way and helps musicians accomplish more, it's serving the art. That's what we aspire to do."
"Anything that keeps me in-DAW versus breaking focus for a web browser, like the new Moises integration, is a welcome addition," said Josh Cumbee, artist, producer and songwriter. "8.1 gives me more tools and a wider ecosystem that supports my workflow, making it as fast and customized as I would ever want it to be."
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The Fender Studio brand, announced earlier this year, brings together the trusted performance of PreSonus hardware and software with Fender's deep legacy in tone and musical expression. The latest Fender Studio Pro update builds on that foundation, expanding its suite of co-production tools to meet the evolving needs of today's creators who demand tools that never interrupt the creative process. This update reflects Fender Studio's continued commitment to providing industry-leading tools that make music creation faster, more inspiring and more connected than ever before.
The 8.1 update is included for all users of Fender Studio Pro and anyone with a current Fender Studio Pro+ subscription, a perpetual license or an upgrade purchased within the past 12 months. Fender Studio partners with Moises, a company that prioritizes a licensed approach to AI technology for music creation, data usage and artist rights. Learn more in the Frequently Asked Questions HERE. Fender's AI Principles can be found HERE.
Watch acclaimed artist, producer and songwriter Josh Cumbee introduce Fender Studio Pro 8.1. Demo videos can be found HERE and the Moises demo can be found HERE.
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Fender Studio Pro 8.1 – Fender Studio Pro 8.1 brings inspiration to life with smarter, faster and higher-quality tools—giving total creative control and a seamless path from first idea to finished track. At the core is Studio Assistant, the intelligent in-DAW guide for real-time answers, creative direction and technical support—so nothing interrupts creative flow. Integrated Moises Studio delivers an all-new, best-in-class stem separator, powerful vocal transformation and the ability to create backing tracks from players' pre-existing music—so they can spark new ideas or finish old ones by splitting, transforming and rebuilding audio. Shape performances with precision using the new Vocal Tune plug-in and expressive Pitch Curves on Audio Events, delivering detailed, musical pitch control. Expanded Sound Variations and enhanced scoring workflows unlock deeper composition tools for modern producers, composers and creators. Performance upgrades power everything beneath the surface. Faster, more accurate stem separation and improved Audio-to-Note conversion accelerate editing, remixing and idea generation. A refined browser allows users to customize and streamline their workspace, while Dolby Atmos® Headphone Personalization support improves spatial and timbral accuracy of Dolby Atmos® headphone mixes. Shared Virtual Instruments vastly improve computer performance, streamlining workflows across multiple opened sessions. Fender Studio Pro 8.1 removes friction, amplifies creativity and keeps artists locked into what matters most—creating, producing and finishing music faster than ever.
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ABOUT FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION:
Since 1946, Fender has revolutionized music and culture as one of the world's leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC)–whose portfolio of owned and licensed brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Gretsch® guitars, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel®, Bigsby® and PreSonus® – follows a player-centric approach to crafting the highest-quality instruments and digital experiences across genres. Since 2015, Fender's digital arm has introduced a new ecosystem of products and interactive experiences to accompany players at every stage of their musical journey. This includes innovative apps and learning platforms designed to complement Fender guitars, amplifiers, effects pedals, accessories and pro-audio gear, and inspire players through an immersive musical experience. FMIC is dedicated to unlocking the power of musical expression for all players, from beginners to history-making legends. In 2026, Fender celebrates 80 years of giving artists "wings to fly," carrying on the vision of its founder, Leo Fender, and connecting players through a shared love of music.
ABOUT FENDER STUDIO:
Built on decades of innovation, Fender Studio brings industry-leading software, meticulously engineered hardware and legendary tone into a powerful music creation ecosystem for the next wave of music makers. Anchored by Fender Studio Pro recording software, Fender Quantum Series Interfaces and Fender Motion Controllers, this next-generation lineup delivers seamless integration across hardware and software, empowering artists to take their ideas from first riff to final release. Together, these tools represent the next evolution of Fender's vision: connecting tradition and technology to inspire the next generation of music makers and empowering them to focus on what matters most: making music.
ABOUT MOISES:
Selected by Apple as the 2024 iPad App of the Year and a 2025 Apple Design Awards finalist, Moises is the creative suite for musicians. The platform uses AI-powered tools to support music practice, performance and creation, helping artists learn, experiment and develop ideas more efficiently. Backed by a team of world-class engineers and scientists with experience at Spotify, Pandora and TikTok, Moises has developed several frontier AI models that process nearly 6 years' worth of audio each day. The platform serves more than 75 million users worldwide, is available in 33 languages and operates with a global team across the United States, Brazil and Europe.
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