UFX LOFI by UJAM effects plugin interface

UFX LOFI: Lo-Fi Multi-Effect Plugin by UJAM

UFX LOFI is an effects plugin by UJAM that adds lo-fi degradation to audio, using 20 algorithms that emulate vinyl, tape, aliasing, bitcrushing and other forms of equipment wear. It is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats.

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01Overview

UFX LOFI focuses on the imperfections that give recordings character. Its 20 algorithms cover vintage sources such as vinyl records and tape machines, early sampler aliasing, 1990s-style bitcrushing, and creative breakdowns like dropouts, stutters and granular glitching. A built-in multi-effect section adds filter and finisher effects, and intelligent randomization offers a quick way to generate new starting points. The plugin runs on Windows 10 and 11 and on macOS.

Best for

  • Lo-fi hip-hop drums
  • Vintage vinyl texture
  • Bitcrushed synth leads
  • Tape saturation on mixes
  • Glitch and stutter effects
  • Broken speaker sound design
Developer
UJAM
Store
Plugin Boutique
02Key features

What you get

  • At least 20 algorithms, from vinyl and tape to aliasing and bitcrushing
  • Original noise included in every algorithm
  • Automatable filter and tape stop effects
  • Built-in multi-effect section with 40 Filter and 50 Finisher effects
  • Intelligent randomization with Small/Big control
  • 150+ categorized presets
  • Highlighter and Tape Stop controls
  • Wet and dry signal mixing for Filter and Finisher
03In depth

Degradation Algorithms for Vintage and Creative Sounds

The 20 modes split into three groups. Aging modes such as Vinyl, Tape Saturation, Wow, Flutter and Aliasing reproduce the wear of older hardware. Electrical modes such as Dropouts, Stutter, Jitter and Random Pitch add disturbances. A third group imitates unfit equipment, including Broken Speaker, Cheap Filter, Cheap Compressor and Muffle, which sounds like audio heard from outside a club.

UJAM says every algorithm includes original noise for extra realism. Creative tools such as Granular Glitch and Slowed Down, which shifts formants to sound deeper, push the sound further away from realism.

Filter, Finisher and Randomization Controls

UFX LOFI separates the wet and dry signal. The Filter section offers basic EQs and synth-style filters, and the Finisher section includes effects from a simple chorus to grain clouds and rhythmic gating. Highlighter removes low or high end, and Tape Stop simulates a tape mechanism being momentarily stopped or released. Filter and tapestop effects can be automated.

The randomization feature produces instant variations. The Small/Big control sets how far the result moves from the current settings, from subtle changes to new presets.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperUJAM
TypePlugin
CategoryMulti Effect
FormatsVST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
05Upgrades

Upgrade and crossgrade options

06FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does UFX LOFI support?

UFX LOFI is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats.

Which operating systems does UFX LOFI run on?

UFX LOFI runs on Windows and macOS. The listed Windows versions are Windows 10 and Windows 11. The listed macOS versions are Catalina (10.15) and Sequoia (15), with support for Intel and Apple silicon Macs.

What do I need to run UFX LOFI?

The minimum requirements are 8 GB of RAM, 300 MB of free disk space, a 1280x768 display and an internet connection. UJAM recommends an SSD if you move the .blob file to an external drive to prevent dropouts.

How many effects does UFX LOFI include?

UFX LOFI includes at least 20 degradation algorithms, a multi-effect section with 40 Filter and 50 Finisher effects, and more than 150 categorized presets.

08Developer

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