Magma
by K-Devices · Multi-FX · Memory-based texture processor
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Continuously records audio into a buffer and plays back blended moments, for drones, shimmering textures and odd percussive timbres.
Controls include Memory, Freeze, Speed, EQ, mid/side and a Temperature distortion.
Best for: Sound Design, Keys & Synths, Guitars. Genres: Ambient & Cinematic, Electronic & EDM.
Keywords: freeze, mid/side, creative, infinite, mixing, percussion, shimmer, sound design.
What it does
Magma, a 'memory warper and propagator', blends past and present audio.
- Memory and Freeze: blend past audio with the present, or freeze for infinite sustain.
- Speed: playback speed for harmonic intervals.
- Tone: high and low EQ plus a mid/side control.
- Temperature: distortion with noise-based amplitude modulation.
Source: K-Devices product page
When to use it
For stretching chords into drones and adding warm, evolving layers.
Where to buy
- K-Devices: $32.93 (regular $44.28) (Listed at €29 (regular €39); converted at €1 = $1.1355 (ECB rate, 29 Sep 2026))
Tutorials and reviews
- Magma - VST3 / Audio Unit - memory warper and propagator
- Layering with Magma
- Magma is not a spectral processor
- K-Devices Magma
- Magma and Sound Design for Computer Music
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