SquashIt multi-band distortion plugin interface by Klevgrand

SquashIt: Multi-Band Distortion Plugin by Klevgrand Free Download

SquashIt is a multi-band distortion plugin from Klevgrand, built around three independent frequency bands, each with its own distortion level. It is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats for Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

SquashIt is a distortion effect that works across three frequency bands, so you can set how hard each part of the sound is driven. Klevgrand positions it for everything from subtle saturation that adds warmth to aggressive distortion that pushes a signal well past recognition. A crossover control sets where the bands split, and input and output controls manage the level before and after processing. The developer describes its distortion algorithm as unique, and the interface is kept deliberately simple. The plugin is also listed as light on CPU use.

Best for

Saturation on mix buses
Aggressive sound design
Multi-band bass distortion
Drum and percussion grit
Vocal and synth coloring

Developer: Klevgrand
Category: Distortion
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Unique distortion algorithm developed by Klevgrand
Three independent frequency bands with separate distortion levels
Draggable crossover to set the band split frequencies
Input and output controls for level management
Simple user interface with a small set of controls
Low CPU usage
Available in VST2, AU and AAX formats
Runs on Windows and macOS

03In depth

Sound and Character

Because SquashIt processes three frequency bands separately, you can add grit to the lows, bite to the mids or shimmer to the highs without treating the whole signal the same way. Each band has its own distortion level, so the balance between them is part of the sound.

The range runs from gentle saturation that thickens a signal to heavy distortion that changes it completely. Klevgrand's own description covers both ends, which makes the plugin useful for subtle tone shaping as well as sound design.

Controls and Workflow

The layout centers on four controls: input, a distortion level for each of the three bands, a draggable crossover frequency that sets where the bands split, and output. Input and output sit at the start and end of the chain, so you can drive the distortion hard and then bring the level back to match the rest of your mix.

The interface is small in scope, which keeps the focus on the sound. Moving the crossover and the three band levels is usually all it takes to find a usable setting.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Klevgrand
Type	Plugin
Category	Distortion
Formats	VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Free trial	Yes

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is SquashIt?

SquashIt is a multi-band distortion plugin by Klevgrand. It splits the signal into three frequency bands, each with its own distortion level, and can be used for both subtle saturation and heavy distortion.

Which formats and operating systems does SquashIt support?

SquashIt is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows (Windows 7 SP1 or later) and macOS (10.10 or later, optimized for the M1 processor).