plasticityFilter
Key Features
- Simple mode for fast high-pass or low-pass sweeps from a single central frequency control
- Expert mode with independent high-pass and low-pass filter control for more complex shaping
- 12 or 24 dB/oct ladder filter response for classic resonant cutoff movement
- Drive stage that ranges from subtle saturation to heavily overdriven filter color
- Near-audio-rate LFO modulation for animated filter movement and rhythmic sound design
- Linked filter frequencies in expert mode for band-pass and vocal-style sweep effects
Description
plasticityFilter is a dual-mode filter effect from Bom Shanka Machines built around high-pass and low-pass ladder filtering, resonance, drive, and hands-on modulation. It can work as a quick one-knob sweep tool in simple mode or as a more detailed tone-shaping effect with independent filter controls in expert mode.
The plugin's core appeal is its combination of classic filter movement and drive. Simple mode gives you a central frequency control for broad high-pass or low-pass gestures, while expert mode opens up separate high-pass and low-pass paths that can be linked with variable spacing for band-pass and vocal-style movements.
Version 1.2.0 adds CLAP support and keeps the plugin current for Windows, macOS, and experimental Linux workflows. The official page also lists native Apple Silicon support, VST 3 and Audio Unit compatibility where applicable, and a mailing-list account flow for downloads.
In practice, plasticityFilter makes the most sense as a creative filter rather than a transparent utility EQ. User reports and coverage around the plugin point to strong saturation character, useful drum and bass movement, lo-fi filtering, and subtle send-effect brightening when the wet mix, resonance, and drive are handled carefully.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does plasticityFilter work as a simple filter sweep plugin?
Yes. Simple mode is designed for fast high-pass or low-pass sweeps using a single frequency control, with resonance and drive available for extra movement and color.
What does expert mode add?
Expert mode separates the high-pass and low-pass filters so you can control them independently. It also lets you link their frequencies with an adjustable separation amount for band-pass and vocal-style effects.
Is plasticityFilter better for clean filtering or character effects?
It is strongest as a character filter. The ladder slope options, resonance, LFO, and drive control make it useful for animated sweeps, driven basses, and lo-fi or overdriven filtering.
How does the download flow work?
The developer routes downloads through the Bom Shanka Machines user account page. The product page says links are available when the user is actively subscribed to the mailing list.
