OK, I laughed all the way through, but this line made me howl:

“whether you’re creating a quick demo or a polished track,

I think they meant to write “turd”.”

Nobody’s topping that for a while.  Maybe ever.

This is definitely scratching my GAS itch.  I don’t know that I really need any PA plugins, but at $14.50 each I’ll have to take another look.

I enjoy bringing attention to free and low cost tools, especially because some folks are on a tight budget.

Your friend who keeps the beat. I suppose I’m also the chef at this place.

That’s a great goal!  I’m really struck by what can be had either for free or on the cheap.  It’s a great time to be making music!

I got TH-U years ago and IMHO it, and the additional Chop Tones stuff, is great.  For a freebie it’s a definite no-brainer.