Rave Distortion 2

Rave Distortion 2 is a comprehensive audio processor combining analog-modeled filters, authentic Pultec EQP-1A low-frequency equalization, character-based saturation, and dual distortion stages in a single powerful plugin. It features Wave Digital Filter modeling for the legendary Pultec low-frequency section, seven distinct saturation characters, a 4-pole Moog-style ladder filter with tempo-synced LFO modulation, a musical feedback system, surgical mid-band EQs, and advanced oversampling up to 16x.

Whether crafting aggressive electronic sounds, adding analog warmth to digital productions, or exploring new sonic territories, Rave Distortion 2 delivers the perfect blend of vintage character and modern precision.

Features

• Dual Distortion Stages: Two independent hard-clipping distortion processors (0–60 dB each) with individual dry/wet mix and post-gain controls, allowing subtle harmonic layering or extreme sonic destruction with precise parallel blending.
• Seven Saturation Characters: Tube (warm even harmonics), Soft (gentle compression), Transistor(soft/hard clipping mix), Diode (asymmetric odd harmonics), Digital (hybrid clipping), Vintage(smooth analog-style), and Modern (clean controlled clipping) — each with unique harmonicprofiles shaped by Symmetry control and DC Bias for tube-like asymmetric distortion.
• Authentic Pultec EQP-1A Low-Frequency Section: Wave Digital Filter modeling of the legendary passive tube EQ with simultaneous boost and attenuation at 30 Hz, 60 Hz, or 100 Hz — enabling the famous "Pultec Trick" for enhanced low-end weight with clarity.
• 4-Pole Moog-Style Ladder Filter: Smooth 24 dB/octave low-pass filter with resonance and tempo-synced LFO modulation. Six waveform shapes (Sine, Triangle, Saw Up/Down, Square, Random) with adjustable rate and bipolar depth for everything from classic filter sweeps to rhythmic gating effects.
• Musical Feedback System: Controllable feedback loop routed from post-Distortion 1 back to pre-Saturation with tone shaping (100 Hz–4 kHz bandpass) and built-in decay, creating complex harmonic interactions and sustained tones.
• Professional Mid-Band EQs: Low-mid (45 Hz–3 kHz) and high-mid (300 Hz–18 kHz) peak filters with adjustable frequency, variable bandwidth (3 octaves to 1/12 octave), and ±18 dB gain for surgical frequency control between the two distortion stages.
• Advanced Oversampling: Up to 16x oversampling with optimized FIR anti-aliasing filtering for pristine quality even with extreme distortion settings. Five modes from Off (zero latency) to 16x for maximum quality.
• Global Mix & Output Control: Dry/wet mix for the entire plugin enables parallel processing, maintaining transients while adding character. Dedicated output gain for final level management.