Reason 14 — an update to the well-known DAW

Reason Studios has announced an updated version of its well-known software, available as a public beta.

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Version 14 adds Track Panel, showing signal chains, levels and sends directly in the sequencer, without switching views. Users can open the Rack from the panel to browse patches, view signal splits and adjust devices where they are working. Track folders, smarter clips and an easy-to-use piano roll editor speed up sequencing and keep arrangements organised.

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Dark Mode is now enabled by default throughout the DAW, while following the user's theme settings. Updated navigation buttons for the track panel, editing area, groove mixer and other sections help when working in dark rooms.

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Other additions include automatic tempo detection on import, MIDI note tracking, RV-9 Reverb Station with nine algorithms ranging from realistic rooms to experimental textures, more than 900 new drum samples, 50 new Europa patches and 20 new RV7000 impulse responses.

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Reason 14 will be available in May 2026. Reason 13 or Reason Rack 13 purchases and upgrades from 1 March 2026 include a free update to the next version. Reason+ and Reason Rack subscribers receive the update automatically. Users can register for the beta on the official website Reason Studios.