Distorters / Saturators

Harrisons latest plug-in models the input, EQ and dynamics sections of their recently released 32Classic analogue console.

AudioScapes popular range of outboard gear can now be purchased directly in the UK.

Along with a new harmonic enhancer plug-in, the Korneff Audio range has also gained a Waves L1-inspired limiter and a recreation of a consumer effects processor that became popular for guitar processing.

The lastest free update for ShaperBox introduces some enhancements to the plug-in suite's presets system and LFO Waves function.

Crane Song have announced a beta version which offers VST3 and AU plug-in versions of their popular tape machine emulation software.

Sand 4 Ultra comes loaded with compressor, EQ and channel strip plug-ins based on the company’s Hyper technology and new Aria engine. 

Hologram Electronics' new pedal is equipped with an intuitive set of controls designed to avoid the pitfalls associated with multi-effects units. 

The latest addition to the UAD Native line-up offers a wealth of analogue-style effects in a simple and intuitive package. 

FAC Punchlab is an all-in-one processing solution that comes loaded with nine modules and boasts a user-friendly GUI with comprehensive metering and feedback.

Bloom promises to take the place of dynamic EQs and multi-band compressors, despite not doing either of those things. 

iZotope's distortion plug-in has returned with desktop and iPad versions, and also offers a Lite mode that can be enjoyed for free on all platforms.

McDSP have announced that the most recent addition to their APB hardware platform, is now available for users to download.

Elektron have announced the release of an update for Analog Heat +FX which delivers a range of new features and tackles some known issues.

Warm Audio's latest pedals recreate two early Tone Bender designs and Moog's popular MoogerFooger ring modulator. 

Wes Audio’s new ngTubeEQ combines a four-band passive EQ design with a matching DAW plug-in, and also offers some versatile saturation options.

Cranborne Audio's new HE2 combines two channels of their innovative Harmonic EQ circuitry with mid-side processing and remote control/setting recall from a DAW plug-in.

MetaPitch offers independent pitch and formant controls, built-in saturation and stereo width effects, and a Robot Mode capabling of creating vocoder-style melodies.

McDSP's latest v7 plug-in update introduces Network Licensing for those managing multi-seat licenses. 

MixWave's first dedicated mixing plug-in emulates the sought-after sound of Coil Audio's CA-70S valve preamp. 

Gainlab Audio’s latest unit builds upon the dual-slope concept employed in their Bishop compressor, as well as offering a version of the Tube Boost function found in the Empress EQ.

Arturia's new unison and multi-effects plug-in, Efx REFRACT, is being offered as a free download until 4 January 2024.