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Description
Unleash the raw power of sound with the Camel Audio CamelCrusher Distortion Plugin, a versatile tool designed for musicians and producers seeking unique sonic textures. CamelCrusher offers more than just distortion; it combines a variety of effects in a single, user-friendly interface to enhance any musical creation. Whether you're looking to add subtle warmth or aggressive crunch, this plugin delivers with precision.
The CamelCrusher is lauded for its multi-effect capability, featuring a distortion module, filter, and compressor, all of which can be engaged independently or together for a wide array of tonal possibilities. The intuitive interface ensures seamless integration into any digital audio workstation, making it a favorite among both beginners and seasoned producers.
Its adjustable low-pass filter allows for dynamic control over the sound's character, while the compressor adds punch and sustain, perfect for crafting a polished mix. The plugin also offers a modulation section with an LFO for extra depth and movement, ensuring your tracks have the professional edge they need.
Compatible with major DAWs, CamelCrusher is a must-have for anyone looking to expand their creative palette with ease.
Key Features:
- Versatile multi-effect plugin with distortion, filter, and compression
- User-friendly interface for intuitive control
- Adjustable low-pass filter for dynamic tonal shaping
- Built-in compressor for added punch and sustain
- LFO modulation section for enhanced sound design
- Compatible with most major DAWs
Product specs
| Plugin Format | AU, VST |
| Operating Systems | Mac, Windows |
| Downloadable | free |
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Reviews
PROS
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Free to download and use
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Simple interface with powerful effects
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Excellent for adding crunch and character to mixes
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Highly versatile; works well on bass, kicks, synths, and vocals
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Offers a range of presets including popular "British Clean"
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Helps achieve phat, gritty sounds easily
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Popular among music producers for its unique sound color
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Indispensable for adding distortion and filtering
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Frequently used by artists for enhancing tracks
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Provides beefy sound ideal for bass patches
CONS
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Automation clip issues reported by some users
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Distortion can sound muddy or overly thick if overdone
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Limited functionality compared to some paid alternatives
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Phat mode can overwhelm when cranked to maximum
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Not the most complex VST for distortion effects
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Camel Audio CamelCrusher Distortion Plugin.
Software and compatibility
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CamelCrusher may not run properly on macOS, displaying a blank plugin window; switching to 'controls' view can allow access to its features.
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CamelCrusher is also integrated into Logic Pro X under the name Phat FX, providing similar functionality within Apple's DAW.
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CamelPhat’s distortion section mirrors CamelCrusher, adding features like a compressor, with some shared presets like "British Clean".
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User experience
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Users report the downloaded .exe files often trigger virus warnings, though many have used these files without issues, suggesting possible false positives.
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Use cases and applications
Comparisons
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Users compare CamelCrusher to Trash 2 and Saturn 2, noting Trash 2 offers more creative distortion options, whereas Saturn 2 is often used alongside CamelCrusher for different applications.
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Decapitator and RC-20's distortion module are frequently used alongside CamelCrusher, with RC-20 praised for its ease of use when other modules are disabled.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 41 Reviews and 228 Ratings
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So sad to see Camel Audio go.
Sadly, Camel Audio has come and gone. I'm so happy to have a backup of this freeware plugin. Its effects give my mixes so much more crunch, snap, and lots more with it's 4 simple sections. If you listen closely, you'll hear it in some of my tracks.
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fun distoration
idk why, but i feel like this thing is a meme, am i wrong? but i feel like this is a meme in the music community
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Great Distortion Plugin
Helps achieve phat sounds, but I encountered problems with using automation clips with this plugin, which is why it gets 4 stars
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Simply indispensable !!!
The Camel Crusher is one of my most used plug-ins - so much that I would rate it indispensable. One of my true desert island plug-in. The best part: It´s free :-) Excellent for filtering, adding distortion and charecter to your tracks.
Not bad!
I use it to do effects on my synths and vocals, I dont really use it for what its used for but dont ask me why I dont even know either. But this is a cool distortion plugin so anyone who is looking for a distortion plugin this is the best way to go in my opinion. 6.9/10
No Brainer. A MUST HAVE
This little thing is awesome on Bass, Kicks, and pretty much anything you wanna beef up or even distort. Its so powerful and Free!
1608
Like a free version of Sausage Fattener
Personally, I prefer Sausage Fattener, as you can do a lot more different things with that, but this is good, too. It provides distortion (I made 3xOsc sound like an electric guitar), but that's about all it does. This is still a good plugin, though, and I recommend it if you don't have $15 to pay for Sausage Fattener.
Oh, and you can still download CamelCrusher off of Splice here: https://splice.com/plugins/244-camelcrusher-au-vst-by-camel-audio. Just click "Get Now".
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Good subtle distortion
I have this and use it a lot on simple sounds when I want to get a quick distortion going without a lot of thought. It's not overly complex but gives some nice textures and sound enhancements.
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I am going to miss Camel Audio.
CamelCrusher is one of the most awesome distortion plugins ever created. You can use it on everything...drums, synths, basslines....and it makes them dirtier and nastier.
Artist usage
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At 04:07 Martin adds a CamelCrusher to distort the sample he used in the intro of animals.
Camelcrusher is listed in the making of "Secrets (The Drop)" per this Splice source.
Laidback Luke says the CamelCrusher, along with Ableton's Saturator, are his favorite plugins for distorting bass.
In this picture on W&W's Facebook, you can see the CamelCrusher plugin open in the middle of their screen.
KSHMR posted one of his tracks to Splice, "Secrets (Drop)". As you can see the Camel Audio CamelCrusher Distortion Plugin was used on this track.
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In this instagram post the producer of Bassjackers is using CamelCrusher in his mixer.
At 8:13 you can clearly see Camel Crusher on Virtual Riot's screen during this video tutorial.
At 19:29 in this "Steinberg Studio Sessions EP10 - Deniz Koyu" video Deniz used it.
Morgan Page emailed Equipboard in February of 2017 saying he uses CamelCrusher.
Merk & Kremont have included the Camel Audio CamelCrusher Distortion Plugin in their gear list, as shown in their Facebook timeline photo.
Album Usage
The Camel Audio CamelCrusher Distortion Plugin has been featured on the following albums:
Crescent
Similar Outskirts (2020)
Hanging By A Thread
PhaseOne & Micah Martin (2020)
By Now
Jay Pryor (2019)
Lots to Say
Mark Villa & Keanu Silva (2017)
Don't You Say
Maurice West (2016)
Is It Love
3LAU (2016)
Secrets (Remixes)
Tiësto & KSHMR & Vassy (2015)
Secrets (Diplo Remix)
Tiësto & KSHMR & Vassy (2015)
Secrets (Radio Edit)
Tiësto & KSHMR & Vassy (2015)
Here Comes The Sun
Will K (2015)
Animals
Martin Garrix (2013)
Genre Usage
Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.
Used With
Based on how musicians on Equipboard use Camel Audio CamelCrusher Distortion Plugin, it is most commonly used with the following gear.
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