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Description
Unleash a new dimension of sound manipulation with the kiloHearts Disperser. This innovative filter plugin takes transient shaping to an entirely new level by rotating the phases of your signal, creating captivating frequency sweeps that transcend traditional audio effects. Whether you're crafting boomy kicks, snappy hi-hats, or synthetic basses that drip with character, Disperser provides a unique approach to shaping your sound without altering its gain.
Designed with versatility in mind, Disperser is a powerful tool for both subtle signal shaping and adventurous sound design. Its unique ability to smear high-energy transients through space and time allows you to explore sonic territories previously uncharted. Whether you're a producer looking to enhance your mix or a sound designer seeking new creative frontiers, kiloHearts Disperser offers an intuitive interface and seamless integration into your workflow.
Plus, as a "snapin", this plugin can function as a standalone VST/AU or integrate with kiloHearts' Snapin hosts like Multipass and Snap Heap, unlocking even more potential for creative effect combinations. This makes Disperser not just a plugin, but a cornerstone of your audio arsenal.
Key Features:
- Phase rotation for unique frequency sweeps and transient shaping
- Seamless gain preservation while manipulating sound
- Snapin compatibility for integration with Multipass and Snap Heap
- Operates as a standalone VST/AU plugin
- Supports PC and Mac (M1 Native supported)
- Compatible with major DAWs supporting VST 2, VST 3, AAX, or Audio Unit standards
Product specs
| Plugin Format | AU, VST, AAX |
| Operating Systems | Mac, Windows |
Videos
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Disperser: The Best Plugin You Haven't Heard Yet
Disperser: The Best Plugin You Haven't Heard Yet
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Disperser Kick Massage
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The Wet Touch of Disperser
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How Disperser REALLY works.
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What Does Disperser Actually Do?
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![Video thumbnail for kiloHearts - Disperser Phase Shifter [REtry] by SpeoTV](https://img.youtube.com/vi/_O8Z6nkJeGw/mqdefault.jpg)
kiloHearts - Disperser Phase Shifter [REtry]
SpeoTV
Disperser by Kilohearts – Magic All-Pass Filter
Kilohearts
Get your kick and bass in phase with Kilohearts Disperser
Dadda
Disperser on Ableton (without stacking multiple instances of EQ Three)
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about kiloHearts Disperser.
Use cases and applications
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Known for creating a "watery" or "spectral" sound, Disperser excels in sound design, particularly enhancing basslines and pluck sounds.
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Ideal for emphasizing key frequency ranges, Disperser acts as a pseudo transient shaper, dispersing transient energy for a more pronounced mix impact.
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Disperser is commonly applied to kicks in psytrance, hard dance, hardcore, and potentially techno for unique sound design effects.
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Disperser excels on squelchy tones, enhancing tearout dubstep and riddim basslines with its unique phase manipulation.
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Disperser is highly effective on sharp high-frequency transients like kicks, plucks, and stabs, adding a distinct character.
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Some users find Disperser addictive, applying it across various sound elements including pads, drums, vocals, and guitars for its distinctive phase-altering sound.
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Features and functionality
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Disperser functions as an all-pass filter, uniquely affecting phase shift to alter sound character, useful for creative sound design beyond traditional EQ and compression.
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Subtle use of Disperser can fix phase issues between kick and bassline, but overuse may lead to loss of punch and RMS levels.
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Applying an audio rate LFO to Disperser produces creative effects but requires cautious tuning to avoid glitches at high speeds.
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Using Disperser on straight saw waves creates a unique "pew pew" effect, adding a playful texture to basic waveforms.
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Comparisons
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Some users replicate Disperser's effect in Ableton by stacking multiple EQ Threes, although this method may not perfectly capture Disperser's phase-shifting capabilities.
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Value and pricing
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Priced at $60, Disperser is deemed a valuable tool for sound design enthusiasts looking to add distinct audio textures and effects.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 0 Reviews and 10 Ratings
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In this Twitter Reply to Noisia's account Rob Swire, member of Knife Party says he uses this phase rotation plugin
yep i use ableton! i also use serum and massive. Some new stuff i've been playing with kinda random stuff here but fun! https://kilohearts.com/news/2015-02-20_multipass_teaser https://kilohearts.com/products/disperser http://www.fabfilter.com/products/pro-l-brickwall-limiter-plug-in https://www.izotope.com/en/products/mixing-mastering/ozone/
"I use Dispersor by kilohertz. It's really nice it's like a weird effect for sound design to like make stuff sound a little different." Virtual Riot | The Cymatics Show #029
Specified in the requirements for the Freefall sample pack.
Bonus Ableton Instrument Racks plugin requirements: NI - Massive | XFER - Serum | NI - Reaktor 5 (+FX) or higher | NI - Razor 1.5 (For Reaktor) | Reveal Sound - Spire | NI - Guitar Rig 5 | Kilohearts - Disperser | Valhalla Room
In this YouTube video of Slushii making DESU at 1:09, you can see in the plug-in list Disperser.
In this YouTube Video, Actually, this is from Fox Stevenson's Twitch stream archive, Fox Stevenson uses kiloHearts Disperser for the lead synth.
Clarence is seen using Disperser @25:49
At 1:16:59, Insan3lik3 opens up a list of his plugins. Disperser is visible.
16:38 - "kilohertz Dispersor, I can not describe exactly what it does. The only way I could explain it is it makes sound slippy"
Visible as a track insert in this November 1, 2020 video at 2:22.
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