With drag and drop functionality with a 50-slot modulation matrix, modulation has never been easier!
Virtually unlimited modulation possibilities of the crossover frequencies, dynamics, band levels and tone controls are made possible with built-in XLFOs, EGs, XY controllers/sliders, envelope followers and MIDI sources. The superb saturation/distortion of the FabFilter Saturn 2 can be easily modulated for impressive results. Each of up to 6 bands can have its own distortion/saturation style with independent feedback, dynamics, drive, tone and modulation controls. Inspired by the vintage sound of tubes, tape, transformers and guitar amps, the Saturn 2 provides a whopping 28 different distortion styles. The Saturn 2 exemplifies the brand’s excellence, delivering everything from subtle warmth to the wildest multiband guitar amp distortion.
Their feature-rich plugins offer amazing sound quality. The FabFilter Saturn 2 is also featured in My New Microphone’s Top 11 Best Distortion Plugins For Your DAW.įabFilter is one of the top boutique plugin manufacturers in the world.
The FabFilter Saturn 2 is compatible with Mac OS and Windows OS and comes in AAX Native, AAX AudioSuite, AU and VST formats. The FabFilter Saturn 2 (link to check the price at Plugin Boutique) is a multiband saturation plugin with 28 different distortion styles.
To learn why they made this list, let’s discuss each of the top 11 best saturation plugins in greater detail.Ĭlick here to return to the Recommended Gear Page. Accessibility/compatibility: how easy is it to acquire the saturation plugin, and what are the system requirements?.Functionality: how many different functions does it serve and/or how many parameters are available for the saturation effect?.Ease-of-use: how user-friendly is the saturation plugin?.Graphic user interface (GUI): how does the saturation plugin look when loaded in the DAW?.Sonic performance: how does the saturation plugin sound subjectively/objectively?.The criteria I used to judge these plugins include the following: That being said, I believe these plugins to be the best saturation plugin options today. I would expect the next person’s top 11 to be different from mine but hope there would be plenty of overlap. It should go without saying that any “top X” article is subject to bias.