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Transform your audio into individual grains with the Grain Engine
The main function of Graindad, the grain engine analyzes incoming audio using advanced multi-band transient detection and then splits your audio into 64 grains. Here, you can organise and define your grains to virtually patch them into the different functions of the plug-in. Packed with 12 processing parameters, patching the grains of your audio, you can achieve a wide range of different effects from looping, stuttering, time-stretching, pitch-shifting, reversing and harmonizing. The core of the plug-in, the grain engine enables you to determine the incoming source for the effects, from syncing to MIDI signals or the host clock in your project, Graindad can do it all.
Let your creativity run free with the modulation engine
Powered by a twin modulation engine architecture, Graindad presents a classic modulation system using all 12 main controls in independent blocks. These controls include everything from the 16-step trigger sequencer, LFOs, envelopes and much more. Each block includes a wide range of parameters to fine-tune your modulation to your track or performance.
Each modulation source within the modulation engine can be randomized, with nearly every parameter able to be randomized. Taking an already experimental and unique plug-in to new heights, the randomization functionality can even be triggered by certain aspects of your audio such as the transient markers along with the ability to randomize the intensity of each modulator. An extremely powerful tool, combining the randomization with the modulation engine ensures that your sound will forever be evolving, moving and changing depending on the incoming audio signal. Perfect for experimental sound design, the Graindad is capable of creating brand-new textures and interactions between modulation sources every single time you play through it.
21st century modulation with The Harvester
A playful and innovative new way to modulate the grains of your signal, The Harvester lets you manipulate all 12 modulation sources simultaneously. Using The Harvester, you can create links between each of the 12 main controls, defining the depth and movement between each parameter. Additionally, the interactions between each parameter can be recorded as automation and randomized for an additional layer of motion. An endless source of sonic inspiration, the Harvester can be blended with the modulation engine using the Modmix control for unique crossfading capabilities.
Onboard effects for advanced sound design possibilities
Whether it's classic effects like filters, reverbs and delays, the effects section of Graindad features a variety of sounds to add the final touches to your sound or to take them into completely new territories. In addition to the classic array of time-based effects, there are also four filter types including low-pass, band-pass, high-pass and band-reject as well as a unique peak EQ.
Reviews
"Graindad's Granular Engine is so refined and sounds top notch. Add to that insane deep and creative modulation capabilities and then add the excellent sounding post effects like Reverb, Delay and more, and then knowing everything can be CRAZY Modulated with such ease makes it a powerhouse package, an absolute must for amazing granular and unique creative effects." - Embray Designs
"I haven't run across a granular processor quite like this before. To me, it blurs the line between effect and instrument, which has taken me on many unexpected journeys. As a granular enthusiast I wouldn’t want to be without Graindad in my toolkit." - Quinn Zender
"Graindad impressed me. It has a clear vision, it's helpful both for live and studio people, it packs a lot of fun and a lot of punch - if you're willing to learn, understand, embrace the true power of granular." - Vospi
"The most refreshing way to give your samples a new life." - Miclop
Features
- Real-time granular engine capable of dividing your signal into 64 independent grains
- Dynamically start the recording of your grain engine based on the transients of your audio or by host sync and transient clock
- Do everything from freeze, stutter, glitch or add texture to your audio triggered by multi-band transient detector, clock or incoming MIDI notes
- 12 unique controllers allow you to manipulate your audio in a versatile range of ways
- Two modulation systems including a classic mode with step sequencers, LFOs and envelopes and the newly-designed Harvester
- Harness all 12 controllers simultaneously for unique modulation capabilities with the Harvester engine
- Crossfade between each modulation system via the Modmix Control
- Randomization can be applied to virtually every parameter and triggered by any effect within the plug-in
- Encompasses a huge range of effects from classic filters, reverbs, delays to four filter types, each with dry/wet controls
- Powerful 16-step trigger sequencer
- Includes a variety of presets from acclaimed sound designers
Specifications
- Operating system:
- Mac: macOS 10.12 or higher
- Windows: Windows 7 or higher
- Format:
- Mac: Audio Unit, VST2, VST3, AAX, Standalone
- Windows: VST2, VST3, AAX, Standalone
- Product code: 1246-2375