FXpansion Introduces Etch: An Analogue-Modelled Filtering Device
FXpansion has introduced a versatile new filtering effect called Etch. Based on DCAM circuit-modelled technology, Etch’s dual filters let you switch between 4 models for “fat, warm subtractive tone-shaping, with a comb filter type providing mind-bending psychedelic effects.”
According to FXpansion…Etch features additional distortion and compressor stages for beefing up signals, and FXpansion’s TransMod modulation system – which enables users to animate Etch’s circuits over time.
“Use inter-modulating LFOs, envelopes and more to drive the filter cutoffs, distortion level, compression amount or any other parameters. Etch is great for subtle warming, deep tone sculpting, wild sweeps, special effects and experimental sonics.”
Etch GUI
Feature Highlights:
• DCAM-modelled filtering, distortion and compression
• OTA-array, SVF, Sallen-Key and comb filter types
• Wide variety of multi-mode filter responses
• 4 distortion types and a simple, effective 1-knob compressor
• 2 LFOs, envelope follower, sample-and-hold and triggered envelope
• TransMod system for deep modulation possibilities
• Secondary side-chain input and full MIDI control in compatible hosts
• 32-bit and 64-bit support
• VST, AU and RTAS plugin formats on Windows 7 and Mac OSX 10.6.2 or later
Etch is available as a download-only product from the FXpansion web shop for $99. And, until April 30, 2012, FXpansion is also offering Etch at an introductory price of $70 to registered users of Geist, DCAM: Synth Squad, Tremor, BFD2 and BFD Eco (and customers purchasing Etch at the same time any of these products).
Check it out in action:
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