PSP BinAmp saturation plugin by PSP Audioware interface

PSP BinAmp: Triode-Style Saturation Plugin by PSP Audioware

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PSP BinAmp is a saturation plugin from PSP Audioware that emulates a Class A triode preamp inspired by the preamplifier of the Binson Echorec 2 delay. It adds warm, vintage drive to individual tracks or a full mix.

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01Overview

PSP BinAmp is built around the preamplifier design of the Binson Echorec 2, a magnetic drum delay released in 1960. The developer describes the plugin's saturation as rich and easily controllable. Beyond drive, it includes a high pass filter, high frequency rolloff, an input pad, polarity switching and a Variation setting that makes each instance behave slightly differently across a session. It runs in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX on Windows and macOS.

Best for

Drum saturation
Vocal coloration
Clavinet and electric keys
Synth warmth
Reamped guitar and bass

Developer: PSP Audioware
Category: Saturation
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Class A triode preamp emulation inspired by the Binson Echorec 2
Drive level control of ±20 dB
Output level control up to ±20 dB
Preamp character control
High pass filter and high frequency rolloff
Input pad of –20 dB for high level signals
Variation setting for differences between instances
Internal quad sampling up to 192 kHz; sample rates up to 384 kHz supported

03In depth

Sound and Character of the Binson-Inspired Preamp

The saturation in PSP BinAmp is based on a Class A triode preamp emulation. According to PSP Audioware, Class A circuits process both the positive and negative voltage swings of the signal, which produces asymmetric nonlinearities and a buildup of even-order harmonics. The result is a warm, musical character rather than transparent gain.

The plugin uses internal quad sampling up to 192 kHz, which the developer says keeps the sound clean even at low session sample rates. Preamp character control and a blend control let you mix saturated and unsaturated signal to set how much of the effect comes through.

Workflow Controls and Typical Uses

The main controls are drive (±20 dB) and output level (up to ±20 dB). A –20 dB input pad helps when processing high level signals, and separate input and output polarity buttons help with phase relationships. A high pass filter and high frequency rolloff let you shape the top and bottom of the signal after saturation.

The developer suggests kick, snare and other drum tracks, vocals, drum loops, electromechanical keyboards such as the Clavinet, digital synthesizers, and reamplified guitar and bass.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	PSP Audioware
Type	Plugin
Category	Saturation
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is PSP BinAmp?

PSP BinAmp is a saturation plugin that emulates a Class A triode preamp. Its design is based on the preamplifier of the Binson Echorec 2 magnetic drum delay.

Which formats and operating systems does PSP BinAmp support?

PSP BinAmp is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows 7 through Windows 11 and macOS 10.12 through macOS 13 Ventura, with Apple Silicon supported on macOS.

What do I need to run PSP BinAmp?

The system requirements list the latest iLok License Manager application as required on both Windows and macOS.

What sources does PSP BinAmp suit?

The developer suggests drums, vocals, drum loops, electromechanical keyboards, electronic keyboards and synthesizers, and reamplified guitar and bass.