Signal Processors

Could this clever, labour‑saving plug‑in change the way you mix drums?

McDSP’s analogue plug‑in platform can now replicate the complex dynamic behaviour of tape.

Based on the vintage SPL Machine Head hardware digital rack unit, which was an early attempt to replicate the effects of recording to analogue tape, MBS MixHead plug‑in aims to capture the subtle sound‑massaging capabilities of the original.

Want to add power, energy and excitement to a source? Kraftur can help...

Along with various other improvements, version 6 of this labour‑saving plug‑in brings ARA2 support to Pro Tools users.

In a collaboration with tech pioneers GPU Audio, an add‑on to this multi‑impulse‑response [MIR] immersive audio reverb promises to take the strain off your computer’s CPU!

Ever wanted to blend the characteristics of two different sounds? Morph Pro makes that easy.

Do you tend to find remote collaboration projects disorganised and chaotic? This subscription‑based service aims to provide a neat solution.

This compressor aims to provide assertive yet transparent control over vocals and more.

Struggle with DIY mastering but can’t afford a pro? Perhaps Virtu can help you apply some polish...

We check out the latest iteration of what arguably remains the most comprehensive audio repair software available.

Marketed under the United Plugins umbrella, Instant Audio’s BassRift is a split‑band processor designed to modify bass sounds (whether synth or guitar) in creative ways.

Available through United Plugins, Soundevice Digital’s Randomachine introduces adjustable random processing elements that can be useful in adding variation to an otherwise monotonous part.

The SP140 reverb is the first effect plug‑in from US company Iconic Instruments.

What do Overloud’s Fluid IRs add to their flagship amp‑modelling software?

This innovative six‑band EQ plug‑in applies a little music theory to the humble equaliser.

Spitfire’s first effects plug‑in captures the unique ambience of an iconic London studio: AIR Lyndhurst Hall.

Antares look to bring a little more harmony to their iconic pitch‑correction tool.

Omnibus takes audio from A to B, C, D and wherever else it’s needed!

A much‑loved creative distortion plug‑in is back from its sabbatical, and it looks like the break has done it good!

These plug‑ins are all about warmth and distortion, and the flavours on offer range from gentle saturation at the subtler end of the scale through to crunching overload and squelchy obliteration.