Cherry Audio’s New Rackmode Signal Processors
A brand new release to spice up your sound
Cherry Audio just announced the release of its latest effects plugins, the Rackmode Signal Processors. Rackmode is a bundle of seven virtual effects and an instrument plugin that replicate the classic rack-mounted Moog Signal Processors of the 1970s and ‘80s. This exclusive collection is the first time this entire line of renowned analog treasures has been recreated as virtual effects. The eight Rackmode Signal Processor plugins include:
Rackmode Vocoder (instrument and effects versions)
Rackmode Phaser
Rackmode Ring Modulator
Rackmode String Filter
Rackmode Frequency Shifter
Rackmode Graphic EQ
Rackmode Parametric EQ
to do this, Cherry Audio collaborated with award-winning synth designer and DSP legend Mark Barton (MRB), who modeled the circuit-precise emulations based on the original rack-mounted hardware. If tracked down and purchased today, the original hardware would cost well over $20,000. Cherry Audio is introducing the entire Rackmode Signal Processors bundle at an unheard-of price of $99, less than $13 per plugin!
Let’s see the different modules one by one!
Rackmode Vocoder - Rackmode includes two versions for this 16 channel classic: an instrument plugin with a built-in dual oscillator, and an effects plugin to modify other input formats and DAW tracks for unlimited processing flexibility
Rackmode Phaser - Based on the definitive 12 stage original known for its lush, sweeping textures
Rackmode Ring Modulator - Based on Moog's Harald Bode Ring Modulator with Squelch control
Rackmode String Filter - Based on the extremely rare system created by Moog's Custom Engineering Group, this module utilizes filter arrays that mimic acoustic string instruments
Rackmode Frequency Shifter - Mixes two external inputs or sidechains a single input with its own built-in oscillator. The Frequency Shifter creates colorful, often metallic effects by modifying the ratio of incoming frequency components
Rackmode Graphic EQ - Ten selectable frequency bands with Drive and Gain controls, capable of creating exotic effects when used with other instruments and effects
Rackmode Parametric EQ - Three bands for sculpting Low, Mid, and High-frequency ranges
Cherry Audio has become a one-stop shop for Vintage Synthesizer VST plugins for a good reason. They’re recreating almost unattainable synthesizers and effects in a digital format for the past few years and they keep delivering great products again and again. And as a huge bonus, their products are very budget-friendly!
Their latest plugin Rackmode Signal Processors is another great example. Having the opportunity to play with the new plugins myself, I can easily recommend them to anyone who wants a flexible effect rack with some serious sound-shaping capabilities!
