KorgShift effect expansion by Sinevibes for KORG synthesizers

KorgShift: Frequency Shifter and Ring Modulator Effect for KORG

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KorgShift is a preset-based effects expansion by Sinevibes for KORG hardware synthesizers. It offers two models, a frequency shifter and a ring modulator, that turn sounds atonal, metallic and bell-like.

REQUIRESminilogueHost synth sold separately

All presets for minilogue

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01Overview

KorgShift is an effects expansion from Sinevibes, part of the KorgFX Collection, built for KORG's compact hardware synthesizers. It provides two distinct processing models. The frequency shifter moves every partial in the input spectrum up or down by the same amount in Hz, which changes the harmonic ratios between partials. The ring modulator multiplies the input by a 2× oversampled sine oscillator, creating new spectral content both above and below the original partials. The developer positions the effect as a way to make sounds more atonal and unpitched.

Best for

Atonal sound design
Metallic bell textures
Unpitched percussion effects
Experimental drones
Inharmonic effect processing

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

02Key features

What you get

Frequency shifter model that moves all partials by an equal amount in Hz
Ring modulator model using a 2× oversampled sine oscillator
Produces atonal, unpitched and metallic or bell-like textures
Studio-grade DSP calibrated for KORG hardware
Individually chosen parameter mapping for a natural feel
Built-in lag filters for smooth, noise-free parameter changes
Optimized for stability on each supported device

03In depth

Two Models: Frequency Shifter and Ring Modulator

The frequency shifter model shifts each frequency partial by an equal number of hertz. Because the spacing between partials stays constant while their ratios change, the result drifts away from a clear pitch center as the amount increases.

The ring modulator model uses a 2× oversampled sine oscillator as a multiplier on the input signal. It produces a new spectrum with partials shifted both up and down. Sinevibes describes the result as more atonal and metallic, with a bell-like character.

Hardware-Calibrated Parameter Control

Sinevibes says the DSP algorithms are calibrated specifically for KORG's hardware platform. Each plugin parameter has an individually chosen mapping, which the developer says gives a natural feel when turning knobs.

Built-in lag filters smooth parameter changes so adjustments stay free of zipper noise. The developer also states that the effect was tested and optimized for stability on each supported device type.

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 KorgShift?

KorgShift is a plugin for the minilogue hardware family and related KORG devices. It requires a compatible KORG synthesizer.

Which devices is KorgShift compatible with?

KorgShift works with the KORG prologue, minilogue xd, NTS-1, NTS-1 mkII, NTS-3 and microKORG2. The developer states it is only compatible with these hardware synthesizers.

What is the difference between the two models?

The frequency shifter moves every partial up or down by the same number of hertz, changing the harmonic ratios. The ring modulator multiplies the signal by a sine oscillator, producing partials shifted both up and down.