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Description

If you’re diving into the world of sound design, the SoundToys FilterFreak is your essential toolkit for crafting vibrant and dynamic textures. This resonant analog filter plugin is a must-have for musicians and producers seeking that authentic analog warmth and character. Whether you're after smooth, silky sweeps or gritty, resonant squelches, FilterFreak delivers with precision and flair.

With its dual-filter architecture, you can experiment with single-filter simplicity or double up for complex, layered soundscapes. FilterFreak offers a versatile palette, from funky envelope followers to out-of-this-world sample-and-hold effects. Its rhythmic prowess shines with tools that sync perfectly to your DAW, letting you create auto-wah effects or intricate rhythmic patterns that groove with your tracks.

Dial in just the right vibe with the Groove knob, add swing to your beats, or explore a wide range of saturation styles to infuse your music with analog magic. Whether you're reshaping drums, fattening bass lines, or adding character to vocals, FilterFreak is a powerful and intuitive plugin that transforms your productions with rich, analog tones.

Key Features:

  • Authentic recreation of classic resonant filters with modern flexibility
  • Dual-filter setup for series or parallel use
  • Highpass, lowpass, bandpass, and band-reject modes with 2 to 8 poles
  • Wide range of effects: auto-wah, envelope follower, sample-and-hold
  • Seven analog saturation styles for subtle warmth or crunchy distortion
  • Rhythm Editor for creating intricate filter sequences
  • Custom LFO shapes using the Shape Editor
  • Compatible with macOS and Windows, supporting major DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, and Ableton Live

Product specs

Software Type Resonant Filters
Platform Mac, PC
Upgrade/Full Full
Download/Boxed Download
Bit Depth 32-bit, 64-bit
Format AAX Native, VST, AU, AudioSuite
Authorization Type iLok Account
Hardware Requirements - Mac Intel processor
Hardware Requirements - PC Intel compatible processor
OS Requirements - Mac OS X 10.10 or later
OS Requirements - PC Windows 7 SP1 or later

FAQs

What types of filter modes does SoundToys FilterFreak offer?

SoundToys FilterFreak provides highpass, lowpass, bandpass, and band reject filter modes, allowing you to customize your sound with 2 to 8 poles for each mode.

Can SoundToys FilterFreak create rhythmic filter sequences?

Yes, SoundToys FilterFreak includes a Rhythm Editor that lets you construct intricate rhythmic filter sequences, adding dynamic movement to your tracks.

Is SoundToys FilterFreak compatible with my DAW?

SoundToys FilterFreak is compatible with DAWs that support AAX Native, VST, AU, and AudioSuite formats, making it versatile for most production environments.

What are the hardware requirements for using SoundToys FilterFreak on a PC?

To run SoundToys FilterFreak on a PC, you need an Intel-compatible processor and Windows 7 SP1 or later.

Does SoundToys FilterFreak offer analog saturation styles?

Yes, SoundToys FilterFreak features 7 different analog saturation styles to add warmth and character to your sound.

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SoundToys: FilterFreak Synth Bass Enhancer Tip

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FilterFreak - Remix Sweeps

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Production Tricks: FilterFreak

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FilterFreak - Mono-to-Stereo Modulation

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FilterFreak - Bass Processing: Synth Bass Edge

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Creating Movement w/ Soundtoys FilterFreak

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about SoundToys FilterFreak.

Features and functionality

  • FilterFreak offers 6 modulation modes, including a unique Step mode and envelope followers, enriching creative possibilities beyond basic filter plugins.

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  • FilterFreak 1 contains a single filter, whereas FilterFreak 2 includes two filters that can operate in serial or parallel modes.

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Comparisons

  • While FilterFreak adds quick saturation and subtle movement, for advanced filtering, users often prefer FabFilter Volcano for its precision.

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  • For those seeking a plugin that can rival The Drop in analog modeling, FilterFreak is often seen as less competitive in terms of clean and digital filtering.

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Value and pricing

  • Significant price reductions are available during sales events and bundle purchases, making it more affordable than the standalone $150 price.

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Use cases and applications

  • Particularly effective for quick applications where analog-feeling sweeps and saturation are desired, rather than requiring precise filtering control.

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  • Some users find FilterFreak volatile, with a narrow margin between desirable effects and unwanted sound distortion, particularly when using two filters simultaneously.

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  • While praised for creative filtering in genres like wonky bass music, FilterFreak may introduce challenging resonances that require careful sound sculpting.

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  • FilterFreak's rhythmic modulation feature is frequently used for creative filtering, especially on synths, enhancing musical textures with built-in rhythmic movement.

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  • Some users utilize FilterFreak's signal threshold trigger for precise EQ tasks, such as selectively cutting highs or lows, functioning similarly to a targeted noise gate.

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User experience

  • FilterFreak is noted for its versatility in experimental sound design, particularly in creating unique rhythmic effects and unconventional filtering for genres requiring creative audio manipulation.

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freezeetch

love SoundToys stuff.

Haven't had much time with this yet, but I love SoundToys stuff.

R

nice filter with great automation options

great fun and intuitive filter plugin. Have only just scratched the surface but already I'm getting some great results!

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See how Stonebank uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Stonebank

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via YouTube

At 6:14, Stonebank opens up a list of his plugins. Among these plugins is FilterFreak.

See how Steve Hillage uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Steve Hillage

Guitarist

Gong

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Verified via Guitarplayer

"The Sound- Toys plug-ins have some of the same feel as the Eventide—especially Crystallizer, which combines delays with harmony effects. Other SoundToys plugs I like are FilterFreak, a powerful analog-like filter; Tremolator, which emulates old tremolo sounds; Sound- Blender for multieffects; and EchoBoy for delay."

See how Solar Fields uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Solar Fields

Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

at 21:53 mins in the interview he talks about using it on the current track

See how Alan Moulder uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Alan Moulder

Music Producer, Audio Engineer

Tapeworm

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Verified via Soundonsound

John Paul Jones' bass parts were re-amped through Alan Moulder's custom Audio Kitchen bass amp, miked with a Neumann U47 FET. "The bass pedal was also DI'ed, and so I re-amped that through the Audio Kitchen, adding some RBass, RVox and also Sound Toys Filter Freak…"

See how Madison Beer uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Madison Beer

Singer, Composer

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Verified via YouTube

In a behind-the-scenes video for her single "bittersweet," Madison Beer and her producer One Love, also known as Tim Sommers, discuss the production process. At the 2:55 mark, the SoundToys FilterFreak plugin is visibly displayed in the left corner, confirming its use. This video is part of the "Behind the Song" series by Variety on YouTube.

See how Rebekah uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Rebekah

Composer, Music Producer

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Verified via Resident Advisor

"I realised you can do that with the FilterFreak, which I'm going to go back to, to add these metallic sounds."

See how Ali Shaheed Muhammad uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Ali Shaheed Muhammad

Music Producer, DJ

A Tribe Called Quest

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Verified via Photo

Visible as a track insert in this November 12, 2011 Instagram post.

See how Tom Elmhirst uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Tom Elmhirst

Audio Engineer

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Verified via Soundtoys

Listed on Elmhirst's official Soundtoys artist page.

“Since I first came across the Soundtoys plugins they have been used more and more within my mix sessions. I particularly find myself going to Soundblender* to fatten up keys and synth sounds, or Decapitator to give drums, bass or vocals a bit more presence and attitude within a mix, Filterfreak can do the most amazing things to make something simple sound interesting and EchoBoy is constantly getting used, it can be subtle and commanding. Once you start using all of these plug-ins you find it hard to stop, you become dependent on them because they give you what you want!”

*Soundblender is a discontinued product that was only available on TDM systems.

See how Silva Bumpa uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Silva Bumpa

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via YouTube

At 32:05 in the YouTube video titled "Silva Bumpa breaks down Feel Da Same," Silva Bumpa demonstrates the use of the SoundToys FilterFreak plugin.

See how Mark “Spike” Stent uses SoundToys FilterFreak

Mark “Spike” Stent

Music Producer, Audio Engineer

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Verified via AudioTechnology

In an interview with AudioTechnology, music producer and audio engineer Mark “Spike” Stent confirmed using the SoundToys FilterFreak.

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