FabFilter Saturn 2 2.09

FabFilter Saturn 2 is a distortion/saturation plug-in renowned for its high quality and vast selection of distortion models, ranging from subtle nuances to intense vintage amp simulations. It boasts multiple frequency bands, an incredibly flexible modulation system, and a sleek, modern user interface.

The Saturn 2 application processes microphone input in real-time. To utilize Saturn 2 as a plug-in, it requires an AUv3-compatible host application such as Auria, AUM, or Cubasis. Once installed, Saturn 2 seamlessly integrates into the Audio Unit extensions list for effect plug-ins within the host application.

Key features:

• 28 diverse distortion styles, spanning from gentle tube saturation to robust guitar amp emulation and bit crushing
• Multiband processing supporting up to 6 bands, with the option for linear phase processing
• Adjustable slope for band crossovers, providing options of 6, 12, 24, and 48 dB/octave
• Optional HQ modes: Good (8x oversampling) and Superb (32x oversampling)
• Individual drive, mix, feedback, dynamics, tone, and level controls per band
• Intuitive interface redesign featuring interactive multiband display and an advanced modulation system
• Extensive modulation capabilities with 16-step XLFOs, XY controllers/sliders, envelope generators, envelope followers, and MIDI sources
• User-friendly drag-and-drop modulation via a 50-slot modulation matrix
• Live modulation visualization for targets and sources
• Curve control in EGs and transient detection in EFs
• Handpicked factory presets along with the option to save custom presets
• Mid/side processing
• External side-chain triggering
• Optional MIDI triggering
• Undo/redo functionality and A/B comparison feature

"I've discovered an essential plugin that has become indispensable. There isn't a single type of instrument that wouldn't benefit from some Saturn treatment. Whether you seek subtle enhancements in your mix or total sonic transformation, Saturn delivers on all fronts. Rating: 9/10!" — Everything Recording

"The integrity of the algorithms is unmistakable: the amps, tubes, and tape emulations exude a 'real' quality yet possess more sonic allure than most counterparts. The dynamism and character that can be imparted on sounds are nothing short of mesmerizing." — Future Music