HOFA-Plugins Launches Colour Saturator for Enhanced Mixing

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HOFA-Plugins has unveiled their latest saturation and distortion plugin, Colour Saturator, designed to deliver the rich character of analog hardware within a digital environment. This innovative plugin provides a wide range of saturation effects, from subtle warmth to intense distortion, making it a versatile tool for producers and sound designers alike.

Authentic Analog Feel with Modern Control
Colour Saturator boasts a comprehensive selection of saturation flavors. Each of the styles is meticulously modeled after real hardware units from the renowned HOFA-Studios. Users can choose from:

  • Mic Preamps – 4 distinct microphone preamps, each with unique harmonic characteristics.
  • Tape – 3 analog tape machines that offer warmth and compression.
  • Guitar & Bass Amps – 7 iconic tube amplifiers, ranging from crunchy to heavy distortion.
  • Pedals – 6 popular stompboxes, accurately modeled for genuine drive and fuzz.
  • Pedal + Amp Chains – 5 curated combinations to achieve ultimate distortion tones.
  • Studio Classics – 4 additional hardware favorites with captivating harmonic textures.
  • Legacy Algorithms – 5 CPU-efficient modes derived from the HOFA SYSTEM Saturator.

BiasEQ Innovation
A standout feature of Colour Saturator is the BiasEQ, which offers an intuitive method to manage how saturation is distributed across the frequency spectrum. With nine bands and an optional fully parametric expert mode, users can target specific areas for distortion. For instance, it allows for saturation of mids in a bass while keeping lows tight and highs clean. This ensures that the tonal balance is maintained after any frequency boost.

For those interested in achieving a retro vibe, Colour Saturator includes options for adding wow and flutter for natural tape movement, as well as noise, crackle, and hum for authentic LoFi textures. The integrated Dynamics parameter offers control over the dynamic range of the processed signal, while a Tone control facilitates quick adjustments between brightness and warmth. The plugin also features dedicated high and low cut filters and a dry/wet control for easy parallel saturation.

Price
€129

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👍 Pros

  • ✓ Versatile saturation and distortion options
  • ✓ Authentic analog emulation
  • ✓ User-friendly BiasEQ for frequency control

👎 Cons

  • ✗ May require a learning curve for new users
  • ✗ Limited to saturation effects

 

More info: HOFA-Plugins | Colour Saturator