Transient by Audec
Transient
Audec’s Transient plugin is a dynamic shaping tool crafted for percussive sound design, offering precise control over attack and release to fine-tune punch and sustain. This VST3/AU effect, available for both macOS and Windows, can add energy or subtlety to any audio track, making it a versatile addition to any producer’s toolkit.
System Requirements:
- 64-bit
- VST3
- Windows
- MacOS
Description
Precision Dynamics Control
At the core of Transient lies its Shaper section, designed to give users flexible manipulation of sound dynamics. With adjustable Attack Gain and Release Gain controls, producers can amplify or soften the initial hit of a sound and extend or tighten its decay. The A Time (Attack Time) and R Time (Release Time) knobs provide further customization, allowing you to shape how long the gain adjustments are applied, ensuring seamless integration into any mix.
User-Friendly Interface and Visual Feedback
The plugin’s interface is designed with simplicity and effectiveness in mind. The Scope section provides real-time visual feedback of both the input and processed output signals, represented as a dark yellow area and light yellow line, respectively. This helps producers see the impact of their adjustments at a glance. Transient also includes a resizable GUI, adaptable to various screen sizes, and convenient controls like shift + drag for fine-tuning and double-click to reset knobs to their default positions.
Key Features:
The Input and Output sections provide straightforward gain staging, essential for maintaining balanced levels throughout processing. Additionally, Transient’s Clip section introduces soft clipping with an adjustable Hardness knob, offering a way to tame peaks and add character to your audio. A toggle button allows easy activation or bypassing of the clipping effect, broadening creative possibilities.
- Comprehensive Shaper Section: Control Attack Gain, Release Gain, Attack Time, and Release Time for detailed dynamic shaping.
- Soft Clipping with Adjustable Hardness: Apply subtle distortion and manage peaks effectively.
- Scope Display: View input and output waveforms for accurate visual monitoring.
- Input and Output Gain Control: Adjust pre and post-processing levels seamlessly.
- Fine-Tuning and Reset Options: Shift + drag for precise adjustments and double-click for resetting controls.
FAQ
Transient excels in shaping percussive sounds such as drums and claps but can be used on any type of audio to adjust attack and sustain dynamics.
The plugin is available for Windows 10 64-bit (VST3) and macOS 10.11 to 11 (VST3/AU), including support for Intel and Apple Silicon.
Transient operates under a “name your price” model, which allows users to download it for free or contribute any chosen amount.
Double-clicking any knob will reset it to its default value, making it easy to revert changes.
Yes, the GUI is resizable by clicking on the name/logo, providing a flexible user experience.
