Tectonic by Aberrant DSP multi-band toneshaping channel strip plugin interface

Tectonic: Multi-Band Toneshaping Channel Strip by Aberrant DSP Free Download

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Tectonic is a multi-band toneshaping channel strip from Aberrant DSP that combines equalization, stereo imaging and dynamics processing in one plugin. It is available as a VST3, AU and AAX plugin for Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

Tectonic brings equalization, imaging and dynamics processing together in a single multi-band effect. Each of its four bands can apply upward and downward compression, trim gain, and independent mid/side panning, so the same plugin can handle subtle sweetening or heavier tonal reshaping. The developer describes it as a complete sonic toolkit, and its 65 factory presets show how far the processing can be pushed in different directions.

Best for

Mix bus tone shaping
Multi-band tonal sweetening
Stereo width control
Creative dynamics processing
Channel strip mixing

Developer: Aberrant DSP
Category: Multi-Effects
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Four bands of upward and downward compression
Boost applies upward and downward; cut applies downward only
-12 dB to 12 dB trim gain per band
Selectable transition frequency between adjacent bands
Per-band Mute, Solo and processing Bypass
Mid/Side panner per band for independent stereo width
Six style selections for dynamics feel and intensity
Master mix, input gain and output gain
65 factory presets and custom preset system

03In depth

Multi-Band Processing and Dynamics

Tectonic gives you four bands of dynamics processing. Boosting a band applies both upward and downward compression, while cutting a band applies only downward compression. Each band offers -12 dB to 12 dB of trim gain, and you can select the transition frequency between each pair of adjacent bands.

Six style selections change the feel and intensity of the dynamics processing, so you can shift a band from gentle control to a more aggressive character without rebuilding your settings.

Stereo Imaging and Workflow Controls

Each band includes a Mid/Side panner, which lets you narrow or widen that frequency range independently. Per-band Mute, Solo and Bypass buttons make it easier to audition and isolate individual bands while you work.

Master controls include mix, input gain and output gain. The 65 factory presets are a useful starting point for seeing how the bands and style options interact before you build your own chains.

04Specs