We're currently living in the age of digital audio. Filter is an incredibly powerful tool that is essential to any music producer.

But there are so many different Filter plugins in the music production landscape, so we decided to create the ultimate list of the top Filter plugins today that will help you find the perfect fit.


FiltR Bank Pro

Filter by Minimal System Group



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Important Note: This product is only compatible with Windows operating systems.

There are many filter plugins on the market today but the FiltR Bank Pro is different! It contains two modules allowing endless sound sculpting. The first module seen on the left of the plugin is the heart of the Filter Bank Pro and contains five individual filters. Each of these filters features a Gain control for cutting or boosting, a frequency control for selecting which frequency to filter (1-12,000hZ!), and finally a Q control which narrows or widens the frequency bands being filtered.

Over on the right of the plugin you have the more traditional filter module containing five filter types including Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass, Notch, and Peaking. There are also large and inviting Cutoff and Resonance controls (with sync capable LFO) and the awesome Analogue! knob which adds warmth. The Filter bank Pro also has Input and Output level controls which come in very handy when creating some extreme filtered sounds.

Features:

  • Analogue modelled Filter Bank.
  • Endless controls for filtering anything!
  • Accurately filter any frequency/frequencies you like.
  • Two modules - Filter bank on the left, multi-mode filter on the right.
  • 5 filter types including Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass, Notch, and Peaking.
  • Display for monitoring the in-going and out-going signal.
  • LFO with tempo sync and free mode.
  • Very low CPU usage.



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  • PC running a Windows operating system. VST compatible DAW or VST hosting software
  • This plugin is 32bit but can be run on 64bit systems using jBridge
  • This plugin also operates within the 64bit versions of Cubase, Nuendo, Bitwig Studio, Reaper, Tracktion, Renoise, FL Studio, Sonar, Mixcraft and Samplitude using their inbuilt bridging
  • It is recommended that you always try out the demo before purchases to ensure that the plugin is compatible with your system

Host Compatibility

  • Minimal System Group Plugins run on Windows based PC's using a suitable VST host or DAW. Our plugins have been fully tested within Ableton Live, Adobe Audition, Cakewalk Sonar, FL Studio, Energy XT, Presonus Studio One, Renoise, and Cubase

Please Note: This plugin is 32bit but can be run on 64bit systems using jBridge

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FAT 2

Filter by SoundSpot



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FAT 2 is a fab new creative filter plugin and is a long-awaited and requested revision of SoundSpot's free plugin, FAT Filter

Due to FAT Filter’s popularity, SoundSpot thought it was only right that they should set their Development guru a task of injecting a little SoundSpot mojo into a long-awaited re-build with added spice to make things nice.

With 20 brand new filter types designed by SoundSpot's in-house audio engineers/developers and dual multi-directional modulation envelopes with unlimited node creation capability, 

FAT 2 is a modulation filter plugin that gives you ultimate flexibility and creative possibilities with minimal effort.

The FAT 2 filters have been designed with custom resonant peak series that mimic the odd and even harmonics of analog saturation. However, the harmonic series in FAT 2 goes a step further by both going up and down in the frequency spectrum - or both ways at the same time! This gives the filters a new level of clarity, sheen and crunch not found in other filters.

Whether it be Drums, Bass, Percussion or Pads, SoundSpot has got you covered with this awesome creative tool.

The only limit is your imagination.




Features

  • Catalina Compatible 
  • 20 Custom-Designed Filters  
  • Two Flexible Node-Based Envelopes
  • Tempo Sync
  • Snap to Grid Function
  • Envelope Smoothing 
  • Straight / Dotted / Triplet Timing
  • Preset Manager
  • Fully Scalable Interface
  • 23 Presets

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macOS:

  • 10.12 – 10.15 (older OS versions may work but are not tested)

Plugin Formats:

  • VST
  • VST3
  • AU
  • AAX (Pro Tools 11.0.2 or higher)

Windows

  • Windows 7, 8 or 10 (32 & 64-bit)

Plugin Formats: 

  • VST
  • VST3
  • AAX (Pro Tools 11.0.2 or higher)

Specification Requirements:

  • RAM: 8 GB RAM or more is recommended. Plus at least 8 GB hard disk space for installation.
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo, AMD Athlon 64 X2 or newer.
  • Formats: In theory any 32 or 64-bit VST, VST3, AU, or AAX compatible host application should work.
  • Licensing: Internet access for activating a licence key. Please ensure any outgoing connection blockers are deactivated.
  • Sample Rates: Supported sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz, in both mono and stereo.

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Comb Filter Snapin

Filter by Kilohearts



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Comb Filter: Sort Out Frequencies at Intervals

The Comb Filter hollows out the sound by carving out frequencies at each multiple of the base frequency, like the teeth of a comb.

It's also possible to process left and right differently in a way that not only gives a wide stereo effect, but also collapses right back to the original signal when mixed to mono. Nifty!

What's a Snapin?

This plugin is a "snapin". That means you can use it as a regular VST/AU plugin, or you can use it with our snapin hosts Multipass and Snap Heap where you can combine effects in amazing ways.



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These are the minimum recommended system requirements for running snapins.

CPU:

  • 2 GHz or faster

Memory:

  • 1 GB or more

Operating System:

  • Windows (7 or newer) or Mac OS X (10.7 or newer)

Software:

  • A VST / Audio Unit / AAX compatible DAW

Supported formats:

  • AAX
  • AU
  • VST2
  • Snapin

Please note: If you use a lot of snapins at the same time in your patch the CPU usage willincrease accordingly. Thus, we cannot guarantee that the snapins will work flawlessly in all use cases even if your system does meet the minimum recommended system requirements.

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Filter Snapin

Filter by Kilohearts



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Filter: Common Filter Effects

Sometimes in life, sound comes with frequencies you don't like. So why not cut them out?

kHs Filter is a resonant filter with 7 modes, swiftly getting rid of frequencies you  don't like or enhancing frequencies you do. And it's doing it and doing it and doing it good.

What's a Snapin?

This plugin is a "snapin". That means you can use it as a regular VST/AU plugin, or you can use it with our snapin hosts Multipass and Snap Heap where you can combine effects in amazing ways.



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These are the minimum recommended system requirements for running snapins.

CPU:

  • 2 GHz or faster

Memory:

  • 1 GB or more

Operating System:

  • Windows (7 or newer) or Mac OS X (10.7 or newer)

Software:

  • A VST / Audio Unit / AAX compatible DAW

Supported formats:

  • AAX
  • AU
  • VST2
  • Snapin

Please note: If you use a lot of snapins at the same time in your patch the CPU usage willincrease accordingly. Thus, we cannot guarantee that the snapins will work flawlessly in all use cases even if your system does meet the minimum recommended system requirements.

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Nonlinear Filter Snapin

Filter by Kilohearts



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Nonlinear Filter - The nasty way to sculpt and refine your sounds.

Do you know how Jimi Hendrix got his signature guitar sound? Nonlinear Filter.

Or that screechy lead in Block Rockin' Beats, by The Chemical Brothers? Nonlinear Filter.

How about the synth melody in Madonna's Like a Virgin? Believe it or not, Nonlinear Filter.

Alright, maybe not Kilohearts Nonlinear Filter. But if you are looking to add some vintage analogue twang to your sound, Kilohearts have you covered. Nonlinear Filter offers basic filtering with a variety of flavours to it, ranging from classic analogue-sounding filtering to more outlandish modes the further down the list you go.

What's a Snapin?

This plugin is a "snapin". That means you can use it as a regular plugin, or you can use it with Kilohearts snapin hosts Multipass and Snap Heap where you can combine effects in amazing ways.




Features

  • Type - Select between low pass, bandpass, high pass and notch filters.
  • Drive - Overdrives the filter, which makes the effect of the nonlinear behaviour more prominent.
  • Cutoff - The operating frequency of the filter.
  • Mode - Selects what flavour of nonlinearity you want. The clean mode has no nonlinearities and does not colour the signal. All other modes distort and colour the signal in different ways to some extent.
  • Q - The filter Q setting. High values for Q will make the filter resonate at the cutoff frequency.

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Operating System

  • Windows 7 or greater (64-bit only)
  • macOS 10.10 or greater (64-bit only)

Available Plugin Formats:

  • VST 2.4
  • VST 3
  • Audio Unit (AU) (for Mac only)
  • AAX
  • All plugin formats are 64-bit only.

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EFEKTOR WF3607 Wah Filter

Filter by Kuassa



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Wa Wa Wacka Wacka Wacka Wa Wa

In the 1920s guitar players were fascinated by the “wa wa wa” sound made by trumpet players by opening and closing their mutes. Its filtering effect alters the resonance of the instrument and it feels to increase the expressiveness of playing.

More than 40 years later, an accidental invention resulted in a device that continues to change the sound of the guitar. This pedal was eventually known as the Cry Baby*. Next, in the 1970s, an aborted synthesizer project resulted in a similar “wah wah” effect, which later known as Mu-Tron* III envelope filter. These two devices revolutionized almost every genre of music as we know it today

Select from 6 types filter modes:

  • CB: Dunlop™ Cry Baby*
  • VG: Vox™ Grey Wah*
  • AX: Vertex™ Axis Wah*
  • MuLP: Mu-Tron™ Low Pass*
  • MuBP: Mu-Tron™ Band Pass*
  • MuHP: Mu-Tron™ High Pass*



Features

  • Three types of wah and three envelope filters.
  • More parameters to tweak than regular wah pedals
  • Bypass button
  • Stereo linking
  • Plug a MIDI expression pedal for true wah-wah rocking action
  • *Disclaimer: All trademarks are the property of their respective owners which are in no way associated or affiliated with Kuassa. The manufacturer names and model designations are used solely to identify the products whose tonal and sound characteristics were studied during development.


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Compatible with:

  • Windows XP, Vista, 7, or Later (64-bit only)
  • Mac OS 10.6 or later (64-bit only)
  • VST, VST3, Audio Units or AAX compatible Host Software

Note: This product is a plugin, a VST/VST3/AU/AAX compatible host/sequencer is needed to run this software.

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Side Filter

Filter by Audiority



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Low-End Stereo to Mono Filter

Side Filter is a High-Pass filter focused on removing bass frequencies from the Side portion of a stereo mix. This filter is very useful to tighten up the low end of your mix or to help you prepare a vinyl-ready master.

Low Filter is now Included - a Simple yet elegant general purpose High-Pass filter




Features

  • Side Filter Features:

  • Butterworth and Bessel filter designs
  • HPF Frequency range: 12 steps from 12Hz to 1kHz
  • 12db and 24dB slopes
  • Low Filter Features:

  • Butterworth and Bessel filter designs
  • HPF Frequency Range: 12 steps from 12Hz to 1kHz
  • 6db, 12dB, 18dB and 24dB slopes

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Mac:

  • OSX 10.8 or later (64-bit only)
  • Intel i5 or higher
  • 2GB RAM
  • Screen resolution: 1024×768
  • VST2, VST3, AU 64-bit host
  • PT11 or higher, AAX 64-bit host

PC:

  • Windows 7 (64-bit only)
  • Intel i5 or higher
  • 2GB RAM
  • Screen resolution: 1024×768
  • VST2, VST3, AAX 64-bit host

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NF575 Noise Filter Native

Filter by McDSP



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Please Note: This product is the Native version. You can purchase the HD version HERE.

Accurate high pass and low pass filters reduce low frequency rumble and high frequency hiss. Selectable slopes of 6, 12, 18, 24, 30 and 36 dB/Oct and frequency control range covering the entire audible spectrum make the NF575 filters extremely flexible.

Advanced notch filters allow the user to select the amount of signal cut, cut frequency, and width (Q). All five NF575 notch filters can be linked harmonically to address common cyclical noise problems such as 60 Hz hum.

Features:

  • High Pass Filtering (HPF) with slopes up to 36 dB/Oct
  • Low Pass Filtering (LPF) with slopes up to 36 dB/Oct
  • Five bands of notch filtering with linkable frequency control
  • Analog Saturation modeling
  • Double precision processing
  • Ultra low latency
  • Mono and stereo versions



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Mac:

  • macOS 10.10 or higher (64-bit only) (macOS 11 Big Sur compatible)

Windows:

  • Windows 7, 8 & 10 (64-bit only)

Native v6 Software Support:

  • AAX Native
  • Audio Units (AU)
  • Audio Suite
  • VST3

Platform Requirements:

  • AAX versions require Pro Tools 12.x or higher and also support Pro Tools 2018, 2019, and 2020.
  • S6L versions require VENUE OS 5.3.2 or higher
  • AU versions recommended for Logic X or higher
  • VST version recommended for Cubase 9.x, and 10.x, and Nuendo 6.5 or higher
  • McDSP plug-ins require a v6 license (or Demo) on an iLok2, iLok3, or iLok Cloud to authorize the installers. Latest iLok drives are recommended. Cloud support requires v6.5 or higher

Compatible DAW's

McDSP HD and Native plug-ins are compatible with Pro Tools, Logic X, Cubase, Nuendo, Ableton Live, MOTU Digital Performer, Studio One, Sonar, and other DAWs that support AAX, AU, VST and/or VST3 plug-in formats.

Activation:

  •  Active internet connection required OR physical iLok USB Dongle required.

Important note: McDSP plug-ins require either a physical iLok2 or iLok3 USB Dongle or an iLok License Manager account and an iLok Cloud session for authorization.

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Rift Filter Lite

Filter by Minimal Audio



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Next-Gen Morphing Filter

Powerful. Minimal. Compact.

Experience a whole new approach to filter design. Choose from 24 state-of-the art filters and manipulate them like never before. Explore new types of morphing, vowel, phaser, peaking filters, and more.

Transform your sounds with precision.

Sculpt jaw-dropping movement with morph and stereo spread controls. Intuitive pitch snapping, transposition, and MIDI tracking make Rift Filter Lite the most flexible filter on the market.




Features

  • 24 unique filter types, including morphing, vowel, phaser, and more
  • Incredible morph control over filter shapes
  • Create huge stereo effects with stereo spread control
  • Set the filter’s cutoff to key track along to incoming MIDI notes
  • Create musical resonance effects with easy-to-use pitch snapping
  • See your filter in stereo with crystal-clear visual feedback.
  • Get the perfect balance with global dry wet control
  • Low CPU and a beautiful interface 

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  • AU, VST, VST3 and AAX (64-bit only)
  • macOS 10.9 or higher
  • Windows 10

Note: An internet connection is required for activation.

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Formant Filter Snapin

Filter by Kilohearts



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Formant Filter: Vocal Coloring

If your music doesn't get enough "Aahs" and "Oohs", maybe you should try putting them into the actual music? Formant filter shapes the sound in a similar way to how the vocal tract works, leading to vowel-esque sounds. So, channel your inner  robo-Tarzan. Aaaaoooeoeeeoeeeee!

What's a Snapin?

This plugin is a "snapin". That means you can use it as a regular VST/AU plugin, or you can use it with our snapin hosts Multipass and Snap Heap where you can combine effects in amazing ways.



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These are the minimum recommended system requirements for running snapins.

CPU:

  • 2 GHz or faster

Memory:

  • 1 GB or more

Operating System:

  • Windows (7 or newer) or Mac OS X (10.7 or newer)

Software:

  • A VST / Audio Unit / AAX compatible DAW

Supported formats:

  • AAX
  • AU
  • VST2
  • Snapin

Please note: If you use a lot of snapins at the same time in your patch the CPU usage willincrease accordingly. Thus, we cannot guarantee that the snapins will work flawlessly in all use cases even if your system does meet the minimum recommended system requirements.

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Ladder Filter Snapin

Filter by Kilohearts



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Ladder Filter: Flavourful Filtering

The Ladder Filter simulates low pass filters found in classic hardware synths.

When you're looking for a bit of that vintage feel, Ladder filter will twist your basses into squelching retro-licks akin to those of the Moog or the 303. Crank the drive up an extra notch and it will even function as a warm distortion. Mmm, smooth.

What's a Snapin?

This plugin is a "snapin". That means you can use it as a regular VST/AU plugin, or you can use it with our snapin hosts Multipass and Snap Heap where you can combine effects in amazing ways.



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These are the minimum recommended system requirements for running snapins.

CPU:

  • 2 GHz or faster

Memory:

  • 1 GB or more

Operating System:

  • Windows (7 or newer) or Mac OS X (10.7 or newer)

Software:

  • A VST / Audio Unit / AAX compatible DAW

Supported formats:

  • AAX
  • AU
  • VST2
  • Snapin

Please note: If you use a lot of snapins at the same time in your patch the CPU usage will increase accordingly. Thus, we cannot guarantee that the snapins will work flawlessly in all use cases even if your system does meet the minimum recommended system requirements.

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FabFilter Micro

Filter by FabFilter



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The Classic FabFilter Sound

With the introduction of FabFilter One in 2004, we set a new standard for digital filters... and it still stands today. Now you can get that classic FabFilter sound for a Micro price! With a single high-quality filter, FabFilter Micro is the ultimate lightweight filter plug-in.

FabFilter Micro's single filter is smooth and creamy, yet easily turns into raw saturation and self-oscillation when tweaked using the interactive filter display. It features low-pass and high-pass shapes and an envelope follower to modulate the cut-off frequency.

With the individual Input Gain and Output Gain parameters, you can fully control the saturation of the internal filter, making FabFilter Micro not only ideally suited for basic filtering tasks, but also capable of beautiful distortion and analog saturation effects.

Of course, you also get all the usual FabFilter goodies: perfectly tuned knobs, MIDI Learn, Smart Parameter Interpolation for smooth parameter transitions, extensive help with interactive help hints, AltiVec and SSE optimization, and much more!

Key Features

  • Includes the classic, analog-sounding filter from FabFilter One
  • Low-pass and high-pass settings
  • Envelope follower modulating the cut-off frequency
  • Modern interface with large interactive filter display
  • Input and output gain settings to control saturation
  • Includes basic factory presets to get started right away
  • Stereo and mono plug-ins available
  • MIDI Learn
  • Undo/redo
  • Smart Parameter Interpolation
  • Sample-accurate automation
  • Full help file with interactive help hints



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Windows:

  • 64-bit: Windows 10, 8, 7 or Vista
  • 32-bit: Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista or XP
  • VST 2/3 host or Pro Tools

macOS:

  • macOS 10.10 or higher (64-bit only)
  • AU or VST 2/3 host or Pro Tools
  • Intel or Apple Silicon processor

Plugin Formats:

All FabFilter plug-ins are available in VST, VST3, Audio Units, AAX Native and AudioSuite formats.

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DeeQ

Filter by Venomode



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DeeQ is a single-band dynamic EQ filter that automatically adjusts the parameters of the EQ based on the incoming envelope or an external sidechain.




Features

  • DeeQ lets you adjust the frequency, gain, and Q value of the filter dynamically, either from the incoming audio, or from an external sidechain. You can apply a pre-filter EQ to the detector to only respond to specific frequencies, letting you truly have control of the sound.

  • Sidechain Detection

  • Using sidechain detection you can dynamically sculpt your audio using another audio channel as the source. For example, you can automatically remove mid range frequencies when the vocal is playing, or remove the sub bass when the kick hits.

  • With the addition of mid/side modes, you can dynamically adjust the stereo spread of your audio. Make the bass mono when a kick plays, or widen the treble over a vocal take.

  • DeeQ is a single-band dynamic EQ filter that automatically adjusts the parameters of the EQ based on the incoming envelope or an external sidechain. With DeeQ you can do everything from small adjustments like making room in the mix, to creative wah type effects.


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DeeQ should work in any DAW that can run VST, AU or AAX plugins, on any dual-core system with at least 1GB of RAM.

Windows

  • Windows 7 / 8 / 10
  • 32 / 64-bit VST & AAX Compatible DAW

macOS

  • OSX 10.7+
  • 64-bit VST / AU / AAX Compatible DAW

Ubuntu

  • 18.04+
  • 64-bit VST Compatible DAW

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Zqueezer

Filter by W.A. Production



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Zqueezer - Easy Squeezy

As producers, we’re all searching for that something special - a quick and easy way to transform sounds beyond their original forms and push them to the next level. Some of us achieve that by using complex plugin FX chains, or even by routing audio through outboard equipment. Zqueezer is a brand new way to inject a unique flavour into your synths, basslines and vocals. 

Now, this is a difficult plugin to explain - and honestly, you’re probably better skipping the science and just taking Zqueezer for a test drive to experience the twisted squelchy goodness that it has to offer. With monophonic source audio, Zqueezer can function as a kind of “adaptive filter”, squashing the sound with an emphasis on harmonics and a type of formant-shifting effect. For more complex types of polyphonic material, Zqueezer mangles the overtones, resulting in a more complex network of partial tones and intermodulations. Sounds wild, right? It is!

Overtone

This is where Zqueezer shines, with this control assigned to select and isolate the flageolet overtones of the signal. As the dial is pushed up, increasingly fierce results are heard with squeezed frequencies that rise in pitch. As this parameter is increased you'll hear individual overtones and at extreme values, the pitch-shifting effect is similar to a band-pass filter but with far more complexity in the harmonics. Because the filter coefficients keep changing and are derived from the waveform of the sound itself, the filter constantly adapts to the audio. 

Gain

Although seemingly simple, this control boosts the “brilliance” of the signal. It corrects amplitude at the output, which is useful for higher fraction values. Think of this control as amplitude correction or normalization, as it’s very useful when balancing the source audio against the squeezed and squashed version of itself. 

Dry/Wet

For creative purposes, it’s useful to be able to mix the waveforms that Zqueezer creates with the original source audio. Use the dry/wet knob for this and conjure every kind of processing from subtle brightening to full-on mangled and harmonically distorted strangulation. 

Presets

With many included presets, it’s easy to find the perfect way to squeeze your audio. These factory options can be used on guitars, bass, drums, synths and vocals. The presets include everything from subtle transformations to full-on strangled mutations.




Features

  • Squeezed filtering like you’ve never heard before
  • Adaptive output derived from complex rendering
  • Adjustable Overtone to isolate flageolet tones
  • Dry/Wet dial
  • Visual feedback
  • Factory presets
  • Full PDF Manual & Tutorial video

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  • Windows 8 or later (64-bit only)
  • macOS 10.15 and later (64-bit only) (M1 Apple Silicon Supported)

Please Note: AAX format requires ProTools 11 or higher.

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914 MK 2

Filter by Audio Damage



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The Audio Damage 914 Mk 2 Fixed Filter Bank is a faithful recreation of the Moog Modular Synthesizer 914 module and a major upgrade to our original 907A plugin. This plugin creates unique filter textures by passing the signal through twelve band-pass filters, as well as a low-pass and high-pass filter.

914 Mk 2 is a subtle effect, capable of adding rich luster to pads, and giving percussive and lead synth sounds a vocal quality. It is an excellent tool for the sound designer's palette, simple to use yet capable of complex and unique timbres. The Mk 2 update adds a frequency offset control, VST3 and AAX support, a vector-based resizable GUI, and a platform-agnostic XML-based preset system.




Features

  • 24db Low-pass and high-pass filters.
  • Twelve fixed-frequency band-pass filters, with bandwidth and frequency offset controls.
  • True stereo operation.
  • Separate wet and dry level controls.
  • 15dB of makeup gain on the wet level.
  • Vector-based resizable GUI.
  • Platform-agnostic XML-based preset system.

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Windows

  • Windows 8.1 or newer and a 32-bit or 64-bit DAW.
  • VST 32/64-bit
  • VST3 32/64-bit
  • AAX 64-bit

Mac

  • macOS 10.12 and above
  • VST 32/64-bit
  • VST3 32/64-bit
  • AAX 32/64-bit
  • AudioUnit 32/64-bit
 

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FilterShaper Core 2

Filter by Cableguys



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Get the complete ShaperBox 2 Bundle and save 62%!

28 Filter Types • Warm Sweeps • Rich Wobbles • Flexible LFOs

Experience all the richness, warmth and intricacy of a high-quality analogue filter with FilterShaper Core 2. Choose from warm Sallen-Key filters based on classic hardware designs, and Clean zero-delay feedback (ZDF) modes. Create amazing modulations and wild patterns in seconds with a drawable LFO and dynamic envelope follower on every band.

Running inside Cableguys' ShaperBox 2 effects plugin, use FilterShaper Core 2 on its own or with other Shapers — they all work in exactly the same way, stacking up to create elaborate, multilayered effects that'll make your productions stand out.

Do all this with FilterShaper Core 2

  • Add movement to loops: Put a fresh spin on your samples, or add life just where it's needed with tempo-synced drawable LFOs
  • Design gritty textures: Get wild robot FX with insane LFO speeds that go right up to 5.24kHz – well into the audio range!
  • Create reactive movement: From funky talking bass to poppin' percussion, use envelope followers to track every peak of your audio
  • Energise pads: Make static, sustained sounds groove with pumping, pulsating filter rhythms
  • Isolate drum hits: Extract kicks and other percussive hits with precision filtering. Then use them in your own tracks.
  • Filter in multiband: Get creative! Filter lows, mids and highs independently to design unique effects
  • Create chain reactions: Make filter cutoff on one channel react to sounds on another track using external sidechaining



Features

  • 28 colourful filter types

  • From classic low-pass to notch, peaking and beyond, from clean and clear to fat, warm and driven. Choose from 28 diverse filters for juicy basslines, sweeping synths, modulated percussion, explosive FX, and more. New for FilterShaper Core 2: 8 Phaser modes, and zero-delay feedback (ZDF) Clean algorithms for an even more analogue response.

  • LFOs that you design

  • From smoothly flowing cutoff sweeps to intense stepped resonance tweaks, any pattern or wave shape you can imagine are just clicks away with Cableguys' famous wave-editing tools. Lock your LFOs to host tempo with sample accuracy, or trigger in any rhythm with MIDI notes.

  • Introducing Pens

  • New for FilterShaper Core 2: Designing your dream filter LFO just got even easier with three powerful, easy-to-grasp Pens. Draw crisp lines, smooth arcs and flowing S-curves. Create precise movements and wild rhythmic sequences. Switch back to classic single-node editing anytime.

  • Flexible envelope followers

  • New for FilterShaper Core 2: Make the filters on each band react to the dynamics of your beats, loops, melodies – anything. Use envelope followers to open cutoff with each snare hit. Increase resonance as synths grow louder. Trigger from other tracks in your project using sidechain routing.

  • Multiband filtering

  • New for FilterShaper Core 2: Add a bouncing band-pass to the treble. Stick a phaser on the mids. Turbo-charge the bass with a phat envelope-following low-pass. Take control of 3 filters at once to create chaos on all frequencies with multiband capability now in FilterShaper Core 2.

  • Runs in ShaperBox 2

  • FilterShaper Core 2 runs in Cableguys' ShaperBox 2 effects plugin. Use it on its own, or combine it with Time, Volume, Pan and Width Shapers for multilayered effects.

  • Inspiring presets

  • Get inspired with dozens of LFO wave presets, and share patches with others via the syncable Cableguys Preset Cloud. New for FilterShaper Core 2: Work faster than ever with 1-click Quick Presets for production essentials like filtered build-ups and rhythmic patterns. Just add the plugin, click and create.

  • New Features

  • Redesigned interface with larger editing areas
  • Retina/HiDPI support for crisper, clearer graphics
  • Trigger Smoothing to reduce clicks when MIDI Triggering
  • 1-click Quick Presets for Rhythm, Env. Follow and Build-up
  • Dedicated selection tool for multinode editing
  • 2x/3x button — double or triple patterns with a click
  • Clean filters use zero-delay feedback design for more analogue-like response
  • 8 Peak/Notch Phasers for giant swooshes
  • Smoother, more accurate spectrum view
  • Magnitude oscilloscope graph
  • Clearer oscilloscope waveforms and smoother LFO editing
  • Additional Features

  • Built-in help — hover over any control for description
  • Expandable LFO for detailed editing
  • Set LFO loop length in beats and bars, or Hertz
  • LFO loop length from 1/128 to 32 bars, with sample-accurate sync
  • Audio-rate modulation up to 5.24kHz for extreme sound design
  • Trigger LFO in any rhythm via MIDI
  • Flip/resize/move/randomize wave or selection
  • Copy/paste waves between any Shapers
  • Unlimited undo/redo for LFO wave edits
  • 42 Wave Presets covering all common uses
  • 9 slots to store User Waves, saved with the patch
  • Switch User Waves via MIDI
  • 28 diverse filter types
  • Clean filters for accurate response
  • Sallen-Key filters for warm, driven analogue sound (based on a famous semi-modular synth)
  • Low-Pass: 6/12/24dB Clean, 12/24dB Sallen-Key
  • High-Pass: 6/12/24dB Clean, 12/24dB Sallen-Key
  • Band-Pass: 12/24dB Clean, 12/24dB Sallen-Key
  • Peak: 12/24dB Clean, 12/24dB Sallen-Key
  • Notch: 12dB Clean, 12/24dB Sallen-Key
  • Dry/wet mix for each band
  • Solo bands for easy setup
  • Large, precise oscilloscope view with Freeze option

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Mac

  • Mac OS X 10.8 or later (64-bit only)
  • VST, AU or AAX host sequencer.

Windows

  • Windows 7, 8 or 10 (32 & 64-bit)
  • VST or AAX host sequencer.

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Modular Add-On: Intellijel Korgasmatron II

Filter by Softube



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Description


This product is an expansion for Softube Modular. If you do not currently own Modular, you can purchase it HERE.

Taking inspiration from a classic Japanese synth, Intellijel Korgasmatron II is a dual voltage controlled filter which can also be used as a limited oscillator. It has a completely independent six mode filter on each side. The filters can be blended to taste with the Xfade knob. Korgasmatron II is an add-on module for use with Modular.

While Korgasmatron II takes its name from a classic Japanese synth released in the early 80s, it's far from a clone. Korgasmatron II offers much more grit and flexibility than its predecessor.

Korgasmatron II has a completely independent six mode filter output on each side which are selected via a rotary switch. It also has a special overdrive feature that enables the output signal to be soft or hard clipped depending on hard you drive the input signal. This is controlled via the input amp which starts clipping when you put the knob past 12 o'clock (assuming an standard 10 Vpp waveform). The hard/soft clipping differences are subtle on simple waveforms sources and dramatic on more complex sources (such as chords).

Just like the original hardware, the Intellijel Korgasmatron II can go from clean and precise to howling and agressive, from classic MS-20 type sounds to totally new territory, all depending on how you tweak the front panel controls.

Please Note: 

  • MODULAR (cross-platform modular synthesizer) is required to run this software!

Features:

  • Dual filter + Xfade
  • Six filter types per filter (LP 1-pole, LP 2-pole, BP 1-pole, HP 2-pole, HP 1-pole, BR 1-pole)
  • Both filters track 1v/oct over 3-4 octaves (can be used as a limited VCO)
  • Switch to configure serial or parallel routing
  • Output soft and hard clipping
  • Resonance soft clipping control (Q drive)
  • Requires Modular 



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  • Mac OS X 10.13 or newer (older OS versions will not work) (64-bit only).
  • Windows 10 64-bit (older Windows versions may work but are not tested) (64-bit only).
  • Mac: Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 / Xeon - M1 support pending.
  • Windows: Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 / Xeon / AMD Quad-Core or newer.
  • Screen resolution 1280x800 or larger.
  • Supported sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz, in both mono and stereo.
  • 8 GB RAM or more is recommended, as well as at least 8 GB hard disk space for installation (individual plug-ins take less space, while sample libraries may require additional disk space).
  • A Softube account is required to register and install the software.
  • An iLok account is required for authorisation of the software.
  • Internet access for downloading installer and managing licenses.
  • iLok generation 2 and up, if you intend to use a physical iLok dongle for authorizing your plug-ins (note that an iLok dongle is not a requirement).
  • In theory, any 64-bit VST, VST3, AU, or AAX (11.0.2 or higher) compatible host application should work.
  • The most recent maintenance release of the DAW application is recommended.

However, due to plug-in host differences between DAWs - and Softube's own rigorous testing standards - Softube only officially test their plug-ins and instruments in the most recent versions of Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Live, Studio One, Digital Performer, Reaper and Sonar. Softube plugins are not tested in the non-listed systems, but they most likely work as long as the system requirements are met.

  • Softube Modular is required to run this software.
  • Make sure that you always use the latest iLok License Manager. It is not included in the Softube installer but can be downloaded from www.ilok.com​

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NF575 Noise Filter HD

Filter by McDSP



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Description


Note: This product is the HD version. You can purchase the Native version HERE.

Accurate high pass and low pass filters reduce low frequency rumble and high frequency hiss. Selectable slopes of 6, 12, 18, 24, 30 and 36 dB/Oct and frequency control range covering the entire audible spectrum make the NF575 filters extremely flexible.

Advanced notch filters allow the user to select the amount of signal cut, cut frequency, and width (Q). All five NF575 notch filters can be linked harmonically to address common cyclical noise problems such as 60 Hz hum.




Features

  • High Pass Filtering (HPF) with slopes up to 36 dB/Oct
  • Low Pass Filtering (LPF) with slopes up to 36 dB/Oct
  • Five bands of notch filtering with linkable frequency control
  • Analog Saturation modeling
  • Double precision processing
  • Ultra low latency
  • Mono and stereo versions

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Mac:

  • macOS 10.10 or higher (64-bit only) (macOS 11 Big Sur compatible)

Windows:

  • Windows 7, 8 & 10 (64-bit only)

HD v6 Software Supports

  • AAX DSP & AAX Native
  • Audio Units (AU)
  • Audio Suite
  • VST3

Platform Requirements:

  • AAX versions require Pro Tools 12.x or higher and also support Pro Tools 2018, 2019, and 2020.
  • S6L versions require VENUE OS 5.3.2 or higher
  • AU versions recommended for Logic X or higher
  • VST version recommended for Cubase 9.x, and 10.x, and Nuendo 6.5 or higher
  • McDSP plug-ins require a v6 license (or Demo) on an iLok2, iLok3, or iLok Cloud to authorize the installers. Latest iLok drives are recommended. Cloud support requires v6.5 or higher

Compatible DAW's

McDSP HD and Native plug-ins are compatible with Pro Tools, Logic X, Cubase, Nuendo, Ableton Live, MOTU Digital Performer, Studio One, Sonar, and other DAWs that support AAX, AU, VST and/or VST3 plug-in formats.

Activation:

  •  Active internet connection required OR physical iLok USB Dongle required.

Important note: McDSP plug-ins require either a physical iLok2 or iLok3 USB Dongle or an iLok License Manager account and an iLok Cloud session for authorization.

This is an HD/HDX plug-in that is intended for use with the DSPs of an Avid HDX system to prevent the software from taxing your host processor. There is no difference in sound quality between the Standard and HD/HDX versions. If you do not own an Avid HDX system, all you need is the Native version.

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Filterstation2

Filter by Audio Damage



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Filterstation2 is the Audio Damage take on the classic serial/parallel/stereo dual filter topology, made famous (and some would say "indispensable") by the Sherman Filterbank and its many clones. With twelve filter algorithms, an envelope follower with stereo sidechain input, a full FSU section for extra signal hacking, and an easy-to-use interface, Filterstation2 is a valuable addition to any producer's toolkit. 

Filterstation2 takes our original Filterstation plugin, and adds an all-new HiDpi/Retina-capable vector-based UI with resizability, a completely rewritten parameter and DSP section, a full selection of extreme modification tools, ProTools support, an cross-platform XML preset mechanism.




Features

  • Twelve different filter algorithms, including MS20 emulation and our classic 914 bandpass and Filterpod lowpass models.
  • VCA mode for tremolo and gate effects.
  • LFO with twelve different patterns, and both internal and tempo sync modes.
  • Envelope follower for dynamic control of filter frequency.
  • Serial, parallel, and true stereo operating modes. 
  • Sidechain input for external signal to envelope follower. 
  • Easy-to use interface for quick programming.
  • Vector-based resizable GUI.
  • Cross-platform XML-based preset manager.

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Windows

  • Windows 8.1 or newer (64-bit only)
  • VST 64-bit
  • VST3 64-bit
  • AAX 64-bit

Mac

  • macOS 10.12 and above
  • VST 64-bit
  • VST3 64-bit
  • AAX 64-bit
  • AudioUnit 64-bit

Important Note: This software is 64-bit compatible only and will not function on 32-bit systems.

 

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FilterBank Native

Filter by McDSP



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Description


Note: This product is the Native version. You can purchase the HD version HERE.

The EQ revue rolls into your computer-based recording system with McDSP's FilterBank, a collection of great EQs that gives you an astonishing degree of control. FilterBank can emulate any EQ - tube driven or solid state, vintage or modern, fat or thin. You can adjust all the filter design and critical equalizer parameters, or design your own distinct custom EQ. FilterBank's trio of plug-ins include the E6060 console-style parametric model, the F202 steep highpass and lowpass model, and the P606 parametric EQ with variable Q modes. See what EQ can really do - put FilterBank on your tracks!




Features

  • High and low shelving EQ with independent control of frequency, gain, peak, slope, and dip
  • Parametric EQ with 20Hz-21kHz frequency control range, up to 5-octave-wide parametric bell, +/-12dB gain, and Constant-Q technology
  • Lowpass and highpass filters with adjustable slope and resonant peak greater than 24 dB
  • Bandpass and Band reject filters
  • Q range: 0.2 - 12.0
  • Analog Saturation Modeling provided in each EQ/filter band to prevent digital clipping
  • Up to 48 EQ/filter bands per MIX dsp
  • Compatible with AAX DSP, AAX Native, AU, VST, and VST3 plug-in hosts

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Mac:

  • macOS 10.10 or higher (64-bit only) (macOS 11 Big Sur compatible)

Windows:

  • Windows 7, 8 & 10 (64-bit only)

Native v6 Software Support:

  • AAX Native
  • Audio Units (AU)
  • Audio Suite
  • VST3

Platform Requirements:

  • AAX versions require Pro Tools 12.x or higher and also support Pro Tools 2018, 2019, and 2020.
  • S6L versions require VENUE OS 5.3.2 or higher
  • AU versions recommended for Logic X or higher
  • VST version recommended for Cubase 9.x, and 10.x, and Nuendo 6.5 or higher
  • McDSP plug-ins require a v6 license (or Demo) on an iLok2, iLok3, or iLok Cloud to authorize the installers. Latest iLok drives are recommended. Cloud support requires v6.5 or higher

Compatible DAW's

McDSP HD and Native plug-ins are compatible with Pro Tools, Logic X, Cubase, Nuendo, Ableton Live, MOTU Digital Performer, Studio One, Sonar, and other DAWs that support AAX, AU, VST and/or VST3 plug-in formats.

Activation:

  •  Active internet connection required OR physical iLok USB Dongle required.

Important note: McDSP plug-ins require either a physical iLok2 or iLok3 USB Dongle or an iLok License Manager account and an iLok Cloud session for authorization.

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