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Digital distortion just got a whole lot crazier. Obliterate is a free plugin from Newfangled Audio that pushes your sounds to their absolute limits. With its dual destruction modes and resonant filters, it’s perfect for producers who want to bring raw, gritty, and unrelenting energy to their tracks. Let’s dive in and see how to make the most of this sonic beast.
What Makes Obliterate Unique?
Two Destruction Modes:- TOO MUCH: Adds aggressive, crunchy distortion—ideal for drums and basslines.
- TOO MOST: Cranks things up to an almost broken level, creating chaotic, unpredictable textures.
Resonant Filters:- Obliterate comes with multi-mode filters (Lowpass, Highpass, Bandpass, Allpass, and Notch) that let you sculpt your sound even in the midst of chaos.
Dynamic Automation:- Automating the destruction levels and filter settings lets you craft dynamic, evolving sounds for breakdowns, drops, or cinematic effects.
How to Use Obliterate in Your Productions
Pro Tip 1: Drum Bus DestructionAdd Obliterate to your drum bus with the TOO MUCH mode to introduce subtle saturation or full-on distorted madness. Automate the filter sweep to create movement during fills or transitions.
Pro Tip 2: Bassline AggressionUse TOO MOST mode with a Lowpass filter to create gritty, distorted basslines. Start with subtle drive and push it harder for growling, industrial sounds.
Pro Tip 3: Creative Vocal FXProcess vocal tracks with TOO MOST mode for experimental vocal effects. Blend the wet/dry signal to retain clarity while adding character.
Pro-Level Tips for Obliterate Parallel Processing:- Use Obliterate on a parallel track to maintain the clarity of your original sound while layering in distortion for depth and texture.
Automate Filter Resonance:- Play with filter resonance settings to add tension and movement during transitions or drops.
Combine with Delay or Reverb:- Run the output of Obliterate through a delay or reverb plugin to create expansive, atmospheric textures.
Bonus Tip: Experiment with filter modes like Bandpass and Notch to isolate specific frequencies while keeping the distortion impactful and controlled.
Your Turn: Let’s Talk Distortion!Have you tried Obliterate yet?
What’s your favorite use case for intense distortion in a mix? How do you balance chaos and clarity when using plugins like this?Let’s swap tips, tricks, and wild ideas for this powerful (and free!) distortion tool. Drop your thoughts below!