KorgMalfunction preset pack artwork for KORG minilogue synthesizer

KorgMalfunction: Circuit-Bent Filter Effect for KORG Synths

KorgMalfunction is a circuit-bent filter effect preset pack by Sinevibes for KORG hardware synthesizers. It turns simple sounds into rough, unpredictable textures using a low-pass filter model with altered internal connections.

REQUIRESminilogueHost synth sold separately

All presets for minilogue

AVAILABLE ATPlugin Boutique

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01Overview

KorgMalfunction is an expansion for KORG hardware synths that adds a circuit-bent filter effect. The effect is based on a low-pass filter whose internal connections have been intentionally altered, producing a harsh, screaming distortion. Sinevibes describes the algorithm as experimental, and it is aimed at producers who want to push basic synth tones toward complex, characterful sounds.

Best for

Experimental sound design
Gritty synth textures
Lo-fi bass processing
Distorted lead sounds
Glitchy hardware performance

Developer: Sinevibes
Category: Expansion Packs
Requires: minilogue
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Circuit-bent low-pass filter model with altered internal connections
Rough, screaming distortion for experimental textures
2× oversampling to reduce high-frequency aliasing
Input gate envelope to prevent static noise exciting the filter
Individually mapped parameters for a natural feel
Built-in lag filters for smooth, noise-free parameter changes
DSP calibrated specifically for KORG hardware
Optimized for each supported KORG device

03In depth

Sound and Character of the Circuit-Bent Filter

The core of KorgMalfunction is a filter model with deliberately tampered internal connections. Sinevibes says this produces a very specific, rough and screaming distortion that can quickly transform even primitive sounds into expressive, unpredictable textures.

The effect uses 2× oversampling to reduce unwanted harshness caused by high-frequency aliasing. An input gate envelope is also included to keep static noise from constantly exciting the filter, which helps keep the output controlled when no signal is present.

Parameter Control and Hardware Fit

Each plugin parameter has an individually chosen mapping, which the developer says gives the controls a very natural feel. Built-in lag filters smooth parameter changes so that adjustments stay free of noise.

The effect is calibrated for KORG's hardware platform and is tested and optimized on each supported device type. It is designed to run only on the listed KORG synthesizers.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Sinevibes
Type	Preset pack / expansion
Category	Expansion Packs
Requires	minilogue

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to use KorgMalfunction?

KorgMalfunction requires a minilogue synthesizer. Sinevibes notes that it is only compatible with the listed KORG hardware synths.

Which devices is KorgMalfunction compatible with?

It is compatible with the KORG prologue, minilogue xd, NTS-1, NTS-1 mkII, NTS-3 and microKORG2.

What kind of sound does KorgMalfunction create?

It is a circuit-bent filter effect that adds a rough, screaming distortion. Sinevibes says it can turn simple sounds into complex, expressive textures.