FROHMAGER VST
Frohmager
Frohmager is the modern evolution of Frohmage, a cult-classic resonant filter that’s been a staple of electronic production for over two decades. First released in 2001 and downloaded millions of times, it returns rebuilt for modern systems while keeping the same unmistakable character.
At its core, Frohmager is still a harmonically rich low-pass filter, but it’s now wrapped in a deep modulation engine and a performance-focused control system designed for expressive, hands-on sound shaping.
System Requirements:
- 32 & 64-bit
- VST 2&3 / AU
- Windows
- MacOs
Filter Character & Harmonics
The heart of Frohmager is its resonant low-pass filter, designed to retain and amplify harmonic content rather than thinning it out. Sweeps feel bold and musical, with resonance that adds weight and colour instead of collapsing into brittle peaks.
This makes it especially effective on synths, basses, drums, and sound-design material where movement and tone are just as important as filtering itself.
The filter’s behaviour leans intentionally characterful rather than clinical, giving Frohmager a recognisable sonic fingerprint that stands out from clean, utility-style filters.
Modulation Everywhere
Frohmager takes modulation seriously. Almost every parameter can be animated using a powerful modulation system that includes ADSR, envelope follower, and multiple LFOs, some of which are unique to Frohmager and capable of modulating each other.
This allows for complex, evolving motion that can stay subtle or become wildly expressive depending on how far you push it.
The modulation matrix is deep without feeling intimidating, encouraging experimentation while remaining playable in real time.
Macros² & Performance Control
A standout feature is Ohm Force’s Macros² system, which lets you map multiple parameters to performance controls for instant, expressive changes.
This makes Frohmager especially effective for live tweaking, preset exploration, and automation-heavy productions. Instead of adjusting dozens of parameters individually, Macros² lets you move the sound in bold, musical gestures.
Interface & Workflow
Frohmager’s interface is slick, readable, and purpose-built for fast interaction. Knobs are clearly laid out, modulation is easy to visualise, and navigation stays fluid even when patches get complex.
It feels designed for producers who like to touch the sound, not just set-and-forget effects.
Key Features:
A classic filter redesigned for modern sound design and performance.
- Cult resonant low-pass filter with rich harmonic response
- Deep modulation system with ADSR, envelope follower, and multiple LFOs
- LFOs capable of modulating each other
- Macros² performance control system
- Character-driven, musical filter behaviour
- Modern, carefully crafted user interface
- Free release of a historically significant plugin
FAQ
Its harmonic-forward filter design and extensive modulation system give it a strong sonic identity rather than transparent filtering.
Both, but it shines most in sound design, modulation-heavy effects, and expressive filtering rather than subtle corrective work.
It’s ideal for performance, automation, and rapid preset exploration, allowing complex parameter changes from a small number of controls.
Yes. The core filter character remains intact, but it’s expanded with modern modulation and performance features.
