XCTR
by Audio Assault · Saturation · Multiband exciter
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5dB5 multiband exciter plugin sold through Audio Assault.
Best for: Vocals, Mix Bus, Mastering. Genres: all genres.
Keywords: multi-band, enhancement, exciter, full mix, aggressive, bus processing, mastering, mix bus, mixing, parallel processing, subtle, visual feedback, vocals, warm.
What it does
XCTR is a four-band multiband saturator and exciter.
- Bands: saturation applied separately across four frequency bands.
- Characters: 12 saturation types.
- Use: tracks, instrument buses and parallel processing, from subtle warmth to aggressive distortion.
- Extra: an optional ACG module for visual feedback.
Source: Audio Assault product page
When to use it
A low-cost way to add colour by band, for example brightening the highs without distorting the lows. Unlike Head Crusher, the developer's single-band saturator, it works by band; for a deeper multiband option, see Saturn 2.
Where to buy
- Audio Assault: $9.99 (regular $25)
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