KD1 Kinetic Drive

Real Analog Saturation

The KD1 Kinetic Drive APB plug-in provides direct control over many analog saturation attributes of the APB hardware, for a variety of sounds from subtle harmonic overtones to complete sonic mayhem. KD1 saturation can be focused on a selectable portion of the frequency spectrum, and saturation kinetics (voltage supply reaction, level compression, and more) are also adjustable. Each KD1 drive type uses a different saturation circuit within the APB hardware for even more tone flexibility. Original and processed signal levels can be independently adjusted. Like all APB plug-ins, the controls on the KD1 may be automated, and saved as a preset for instant session recall.

Features

Direct control of analog saturation

Three saturation circuit options (FWD, RWD, and AWD)

Frequency specific saturation

Saturation kinetics

Wet and Dry signal level adjustment

Included with APB hardware purchase

Formats

AAX Native, AU, VST3

Kinetics

Kinetics affects analog circuit behaviors, such as signal compression and voltage supply reaction. Turning Kinetics to its minimum value eliminates the contribution and produces a less dynamic sound, while its maximum value will produce a more dynamic sound. The KD1 voltage meter indicates how much Kinetics processing is occurring.

Drive

Drive determines the analog gain applied before the saturation circuitry. As Drive is increased, the response of Kinetics also increases. There are three Drive Types: FWD selects a more treble-centric response, RWD selects more bass-centric, and AWD provides full-spectrum performance. Each Drive Type also chooses a different analog distortion circuit.

Focus

Focus sets the frequency where additional saturation will occur. The Focus Amount determines how much more saturation will occur at the selected Focus frequency.