Ignition multi-FX plugin interface by W. A. Production showing six effect modules

Ignition: Hot-Swappable Multi-FX Plugin by W. A. Production Free Download

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Ignition is a multi-effects plugin by W. A. Production with six reorderable processing modules: Dynamics, Saturate, Clipper, EQ, Clean Up and Transient. It is available in AAX format for Windows and macOS.

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Free trial available from the developer
01Overview

Ignition is built around a single-page signal chain of six effect modules that you can reorder by drag and drop. Each module offers several character models, so you can shape compression, saturation, clipping, EQ and transients in different ways. Global controls cover stereo width, mono summing, preamp gain and a master high-pass and low-pass filter. W. A. Production, a team of working producers, says the plugin is designed for quick, practical processing on mix and master buses as well as individual tracks.

Best for

  • Bus saturation and glue
  • Mix and master processing
  • House and techno mixing
  • Transient shaping
  • Stereo width control
  • Bass mono summing
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02Key features

What you get

  • Six hot-swappable FX modules: Dynamics, Saturate, Clipper, EQ, Clean Up, Transient
  • Multiple character models for each processing module
  • Drag-and-drop reordering of the internal FX chain
  • Global controls for EQ, Stereo Width, Monomaker and Preamp
  • Master High Pass and Low Pass EQ filters
  • A/B comparison, copy and paste, and undo/redo
  • Limiting and automatic gain compensation
  • Factory presets plus support for saving your own snapshots
  • Manual and tutorial video included
03In depth

Six Modules and Character Models in Ignition

The core of Ignition is its six processing modules. Dynamics offers seven character modes for shaping punch, glue and energy. Saturate provides seven saturation types for adding warmth or crunch. Clipper includes six algorithms for controlling peaks, from aggressive to gentle. The EQ module uses a set of production-oriented curves for the low and high ends, while Clean Up smooths harshness and uneven peaks across the spectrum. The Transient module lets you adjust attack and sustain across frequency ranges.

Because each module has multiple character models, the same chain can produce very different results depending on the settings you choose.

Workflow, Global Controls and Presets

Ignition lets you reorder the six modules to test different signal flows, such as compressing before saturating or shaping transients after an EQ boost. Global controls add Stereo Width, a Monomaker for bass placement, a Preamp stage and master filters. A/B comparison and copy and paste help you compare chains, while undo and redo revert changes. Live meters show the signal chain as you work. Factory presets, curated by the developer's engineers and artists, give you starting points that you can save as your own snapshots.

The developer describes the plugin as CPU friendly and resizable, and it includes limiting and automatic gain compensation.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperW. A. Production
TypePlugin
CategoryMulti Effect
FormatsAAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats and operating systems does Ignition support?

Ignition is available in AAX format. It runs on Windows 10 or higher (64-bit) and macOS 10.15 or higher (64-bit). The developer notes that Apple Silicon compatibility should be checked before purchase.

What do I need to run Ignition?

Ignition is a plugin and runs inside a compatible host. The listed AAX requirement is Pro Tools 11 or higher.

Can I reorder the effects in Ignition?

Yes. The six FX modules can be dragged and dropped into any order, so you can change the processing sequence, for example compressing before saturating.

Is there a trial version?

Yes, Ignition has a trial version that you can try before deciding whether to buy it.

07Developer

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