Codec

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Daniel Strongin

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Codec

Created By

Lese 

About

Discover Codec, a free audio degradation tool available in VST3 and AU plugin formats, compatible with digital audio workstations on both Windows and macOS.

Codec offers a unique experience by simulating streaming audio compression within your DAW, allowing you to harness the allure of imperfections, reminiscent of vintage audio equipment artifacts.

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Key Features:

  • Creative Potential: Bring a new dimension to your sound by exploring the creative possibilities of digital audio compression within your DAW.
  • Retro-Inspired GUI: Enjoy Codec’s visually appealing, pixel art-inspired interface, complete with a charming pixel animation visualizer.
  • Fine-Tuned Control: Adjust the underlying compression algorithm with precision using controls like Loss, Bitrate, Bandwidth, Crunch, Frequency, and Width.
  • Unique Loss Parameter: Experiment with the Loss parameter, controlling the frequency of data packet drops to replicate the impact of a poor internet connection.

Immerse yourself in Codec’s distinctive digital compression simulation and unlock the beauty of imperfections. Step into the world of creative audio possibilities and elevate your production with Codec—download it for free from Lese’s website today.

System Requirements:

Windows:

  • VST3

MacOS:

  • VST3/ AU

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