The SmootherDrive Machine, By Dave Waugh

Description

This FX machine simulates the process of tape saturation/valve distortion. Unlike harsh, digital clipping there is a smooth transition from pure signal to distortion that creates even-numbered harmonics. This makes the sound "warmer", rather than harsh (the odd-numbered harmonics created by straight clipping).

This machine attempts to simulate this saturation effect, and can provide a range of smooth overdrive effects as well as (at lower intensity settings) adding warmth and "creaminess" to the sound - just like tape or a valve.

Parameters

Threshold:

Sets the processing depth. A value of 32768 means none of the wave is processed, and a value of 1 means the whole wave is processed.

Intensity:

Sets the Clipping type. A value of 1 creates smooth clipping, whereas a value of 100 will create hard clipping.

Updates

12/05/98 v1.0 please report bugs to dave@euroforum.co.uk

Licensing

This software, like other Buzz plug-ins, is DONATIONWARE. This means that if you like this machine, and you'd like to see more from me, then send some money (you decide the amount and currency) to:

Dave Waugh, 14 Leigh Road, London N5 1SS United Kingdom.