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Distinct! (Distortion Unit) $19.00

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Distinct! (Distortion Unit)

Name: Distinct! (Distortion Unit)
Brand: Kiive Audio
SKU: Distinct
Price: 19.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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$19.00

Based on the incredible harmonic saturation found in a modern analog Modular Channel unit. “Distinct!” packs all of those rich harmonic characteristics into an easy to use plugin. Create subtle...

14-day free trial · no card required

Instant download · free updates for life

VST3 · AU · AAX · macOS & Windows

Mode Button

The mode buttons control the type of saturation/distortion that the plugin will produce. ODD will generate third-order harmonics.

Giving you an edgy/gritty sounding distortion. EVEN will generate second-order harmonics. Giving you a more pleasing saturation and rich tone. DIGT is a digital soft clipper. Perfect for drums or mastering.

Use this control to have ultimate control over the saturation you're applying.

Main Functions

Distort: This is your main controller. Use this knob to add in saturation and distortion based on your "mode" selection.

HF: This knob allows you to add up to 12B of presence and sheen.

LF: This knob allows you to add up to 12dB of low-end thump and thickness.

SAT: The sat knob allows you to add additional saturation to your sound. This is a nonlinear algorithm, so the values of your distort and input knobs will directly affect the sound you get from this parameter.