Professional Audio Degradation and Beat Manipulation Plugin
Caelum Audio has released DynaBit, a versatile bitcrushing effect plugin that combines classic sample rate reduction and bit depth manipulation with modern modulation capabilities. The plugin features an intuitive interface for creating everything from subtle audio textures to aggressive digital distortion.
Comprehensive Sound Shaping
DynaBit's filter section allows precise frequency targeting through Low-Pass, Band-Pass, and High-Pass modes, with additional Cutoff and Resonance parameters for detailed control. The Sample-Rate module can reduce sampling rates down to 10Hz, while the Nyquist filter helps minimize unwanted artifacts.
The Bits module provides resolution reduction down to a single bit, with a range booster to maximize bit utilization. An envelope follower helps maintain the original signal's dynamics during processing.
Creative Performance Features
The Beat Repeat function introduces rhythmic manipulation capabilities, allowing users to create controlled repetitions with adjustable threshold, timing, and decay parameters. For dynamic sound design, DynaBit includes a comprehensive modulation matrix featuring two LFOs, two sequencers, two envelope followers, and MIDI control options.
Practical Application
The plugin comes with 50 categorized presets across Basic, Drums, Glitch, and Tonal folders, demonstrating its applications in various musical contexts. These presets showcase DynaBit's range from subtle sonic enhancement to extreme digital transformation.
System Requirements and Format Support
Windows:
- Windows 7 or later
- VST3 and AAX (64-bit) formats
macOS:
- macOS 10.13 or later (64-bit)
- AU, VST3, and AAX formats
- Native Apple Silicon support
iOS & iPadOS:
- iOS 11 or later
- Standalone and AUv3 formats
Price: £49.99 (Currently £37.49)
More information about DynaBit is available on the Caelum Audio website.
