Audio Damage is a well-loved maker of creative music plugins and apps. They offer tools like synths, effects, looper devices, and granular instruments. Their products work on Windows, macOS, and some even on Linux and iOS. Many plugins are easy to use and come with a modern interface and flexible formats like VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP, and more.
Feature Highlights:
- Wide Format Support – Their plugins are available in formats like VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP—and some even support LV2.
- Cross-Platform Compatibility – Works across Windows, macOS (including Apple Silicon), Linux, and some plugins support iOS.
- Modern, Resizable Interfaces – Most plugins feature clean, vector-based, resizable UIs that look great on any screen.
- Creative Effects & Instruments – Their collection includes quirky and powerful tools like filter-based effects, pitch shifters, granular synths, and loopers.
- Simple Licensing – No copy protection is used. Once you buy, you can install plugins on any computer you own. Downloader links are available after purchase or in your account.
What’s New 2025:
- Quanta 2 Granular Synth Update – New visuals, two analog-style oscillators, effects, better modulation, root note detection, and grain pitch quantization.
- Circa Looper Plugin Released – A creative looping tool available for macOS, Windows, and Linux (with iOS coming soon).
- Discord4 Pitch Shifter Revamp – Now with three pitch algorithms (Vintage, Clean, Granular), FLFO modulation, delay, reverb, granular controls, and MIDI note control.
- Improved User Interfaces – Plugins like Filterstation2 and others have been updated with hi-DPI vector graphics and cleaner interaction.
- Free Legacy Plugins Available – Older Audio Damage plugins (like Rough Rider, Dubstation, Discord 1, etc.) are now free downloads—though not supported anymore.
Quick Guide:
- Buy or Download – After purchase (or for free legacy plugins), you get download links for Windows and macOS.
- Install the Plugin – Run the installer for your system (formats supported: VST3, AU, AAX, etc.).
- Rescan in Your DAW – Open your DAW (e.g., Ableton, Logic, Pro Tools) and rescan or refresh your plugin list. Usually, if it doesn’t appear, a reboot helps.
- Explore the Controls – Check out the interface: play with filters, pitch shifting, looping, granulation, modulation, effects, etc.
- Apply in Your Track – Add the plugin on audio or instrument tracks, tweak settings, and use the sound creatively.
System Requirements:
- Operating System – Windows (10+), macOS (10.13+ Universal Binary), and Linux for select plugins.
- DAW Compatibility – Works in any 64-bit DAW that supports formats like VST3, AU, AAX, and CLAP.
- iOS Support (Select Plugins) – Versions like Enso looper and Grind are available on iOS via the App Store (separate purchases).
- Modern System Specs – Typical modern computer hardware is sufficient to run these plugins.
- No Registration Needed – After purchase, the plugin is yours—no code or protection to worry about.
Download Steps:
- Visit the Audio Damage Site – Browse the plugin you want.
- Complete Purchase or Access Free Legacy – Pay or choose a free legacy plugin.
- Get Download Links – Provided immediately after purchase or saved in your account.
- Download Installer Files – Choose the right version for your OS (Windows, macOS, Linux).
- Run Installer & Restart DAW – Install, then restart your DAW to start using the plugin.
