Aberrant DSP releases Cataclysm distortion/multi-effect plugin for macOS and Windows VST3, AU & AAX

Aberrant DSP has released Cataclysm, a distortion and analog-inspired multi-effect plugin.

Cataclysm is a signal destruction machine from a paranoid time. Inspired by malfunctioning test equipment, illegal wiretaps, and classic analog hardware, Cataclysm brings chaotic circuitry into the digital age.

Features:

  • Central Drive module with in-depth waveshaping, gating, and tone controls.
  • Tone Circuitry module including unfaithful approximations of three classic guitar amps.
  • Time-domain Pitch Shifter with two independent voices.
  • Lofi Looper with three Recording Mediums (Tape, BBD, Data) and adjustable quality.
  • Hum low-frequency drone oscillator.
  • Stereo Chorus module with bass frequency preservation and 4 waveshapes.
  • Amplitude Modulation module with 4 waveshapes for tremolo and ring mod effects.
  • Envelope Follower module that can modulate Drive, Resonator, and Hum modules.
  • Delay-Based Stereo Resonator module with tunable resonant pitch.
  • Stereo Delay module with three Recording Mediums (Tape, BBD, Data).
  • Global Mix control.
  • Instructional computer display for built-in operational assistance.
  • Custom preset system with 92 factory presets declassifying Cataclysm’s signal processing.

Pricing & Availability:

Cataclysm is available for macOS and Windows in VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats for the introductory price of $24 until November 30th, 2025 (Reg. $36).

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