Arguments by AudioThing generator and processor plugin interface

Arguments: Dual-Signal Processor and Tone Generator by AudioThing Free Download

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Arguments is a vintage-style test equipment plugin from AudioThing that generates tones and processes two signals together for distortion, filtering and experimental sound design.

VST3VST2AUAAXCLAPWindowsmacOSLinux64-bit

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01Overview

Arguments combines two signals, A and B, through a math-based argument block and then a function block. B can come from an external sidechain input or from the internal generator. Each part can also run on its own, so the plugin works as a test tone generator, a complex distortion unit or a multi-mode filter. AudioThing says the design draws on analog nuclear instrumentation hardware and models analog behavior at every stage.

Best for

Industrial distortion
Rhythmic gating
Experimental sound design
Test tone generation
Drum texture processing
Harsh noise textures

Developer: AudioThing
Category: Generators
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Analog modeled oscillator for tone generation
Sidechain or internal generator as signal B
Nine arguments and six functions for signal processing
Multi-mode filter for shaping and modulation
Oversampling control for high-end texture
Resizable window with brightness and contrast controls
Preset system with randomizer
Available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and CLAP formats

03In depth

Sound Character and Signal Path

Arguments takes two signals and merges them with analog-modeled math. The developer says results range from simple boosting to high-passed industrial grit and from rhythmic modulation to raw textures.

A multi-mode filter stage follows the function block, allowing further shaping and modulation of the output.

Pushing the gain of A and B close to overload produces overdriven tones similar to overloaded op-amp circuits. Mapping A and B to MIDI controllers gives hands-on control over gain staging.

Sidechain, LFO and Oversampling Tools

In sidechain mode, rhythmic material and simple sounds work well as input. Routing an electric piano and a drum loop together is one example of a combination the developer suggests.

Running the generator in LFO mode in time with a drum beat can shape the accent of a groove. Oversampling affects high-end fizz and is a texture control. Turning it off is recommended for industrial fuzz, especially in -dx/dt mode.

Sidechain routing depends on your DAW, so check your host manual for setup details.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	AudioThing
Type	Plugin
Category	Generator
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX, CLAP
Operating systems	Windows, macOS, Linux
Architecture	64-bit
Free trial	Yes

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Arguments support?

Arguments is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and CLAP formats, all 64-bit.

What operating systems does Arguments run on?

Arguments runs on Windows (Windows 7 to 11), macOS (10.13 to macOS 15, universal 2 binary) and Linux (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS). Minimum requirements are a 2GHz CPU and 4 GB RAM.