Distorters / Saturators

Singular Audio's new Tubedrve model offers the same circuitry as the original but adds stepped controls, allowing for easier recall and stereo matching of channels.

As well as capturing the sound of API's 212L preamp, BB A5 also models three of their most coveted EQs: the three-band 550A, the four-band 550L and the proportional Q-based 560L graphic equaliser.

Voca offers an all-in-one vocal processing solution that combines compression and saturation, and provides a simple set of controls intended to help users quickly acheive their desired sound.

Baby Audio's latest plug-in, Transit, has been designed as the ultimate all-in-one toolkit for creating interesting transitions between song sections. 

Strymon have released their second plug-in, offering users the chance to employ the popular Deco Tape Saturation & Doubletracker in their DAW sessions.

The latest addition to STL Tones' modelling channel strip plug-in makes it possible for users to replicate their own hardware and software processing chains.

The eccentric-looking LOLCOMP offers a combination of compression and tone-shaping tools, and aims to provide users with a fast and intuitive way to find the sound they’re looking for.

GC Audio's latest hardware unit houses two channels of EQ, compression, saturation and limiting, and is capable of operating as a dual mono, stereo, or mid-side processor. 

The new Ampworx High-Gain series pedals promise to capture the sound of classic Marshall, Mesa/Boogie and Peavey guitar amplifers. 

Polyverse’s latest plug-in houses a state-variable filter that also offers some built-in saturation processing and interesting modulation capabilities.

Origin Effects' latest pedal offers a modern take on the Klon Centaur and uses their Adaptive Technology, which adapts the voicing in response to pick attack and volume knob changes.

Ivor Drawmer, audio electronics engineer and founder of British pro audio manufacturer Drawmer Electronics, has sadly passed away.

On 2 and 3 August 2023, Soundtoys will donate all of their sales proceeds to non-profit organisations providing relief to flood victims in Vermont, USA.

Pairing a quick and easy interface with a more advanced, in-depth editing page, AIR Sprite promises to be as simple or as complex as the user desires.

Created by the team behind Blackstar's Artisan, Series One, ID:Series and St. James product ranges, the Blackstar St. James Plugin promises to set a new standard in the amp simulation world.

SSL's latest plug-in offers three independent bands of G-Series compression, as well as variable saturation controls and a range of side-chain routing and processing options.

BinAmp aims to capture the sound of the Class-A triode preamp used in Binson's iconic Echorec 2 magnetic drum delay machine.

Tascam and IK Multimedia are currently offering users of qualifying Tascam hardware a copy of the T-RackS Porta One tape recorder plug-in. 

Savings of 50% are now available on individual Arturia software instruments, effects plug-ins and sound banks until 15 August 2023.

Scheps Omni Channel 2 expands on the feature set of its predecessor with new compressor, saturation and filter options, as well as adding support for third-party insert plug-ins.