Kombinat Dva by Audio Damage: The Master of Multiband Destruction
Kombinat Dva is not just a distortion plugin, it’s a Swiss Army knife for sonic violence and precise tonal shaping. Created by the masters of sonic chaos at Audio Damage, this plugin offers a unique approach to saturation and distortion, allowing you to immerse yourself in a world of endless sonic experiments.
At its core, Kombinat Dva is a multiband distortion, but its flexibility goes far beyond standard solutions. With three independent distortion engines and an impressive collection of 13 different algorithms (plus a bypass option), you get unprecedented control over how your sound will be transformed.
Endless Distortion Possibilities
Imagine being able to apply ring mod to low frequencies, add a soft tube clip to mids, and aggressive bit-reduction to highs simultaneously. Or perhaps passing the entire signal through three consecutive Sine-Warp or Fuzz algorithms? With Kombinat Dva, this becomes a reality.
- Three Distortion Engines: The heart of the plugin is three independent processing engines that can be used in both multiband mode (Crossover) and in series (Series).
- 13 Algorithms: From classic tube saturations and fuzz to exotic “Nerd Rage” and “Sine-Warp” – 13 different algorithms give you a wide palette of sounds.
- Multiband Flexibility: In Crossover mode, you can assign different algorithms and distortion settings to low, mid, and high frequencies, achieving surgical precision or creative chaos.
- Sequential Destruction: In Series mode, the signal passes through the engines one by one, allowing you to create complex distortion chains for complete destruction and transformation of sound.
Signal Shaping Tools
Before the signal reaches the distortion engines, it passes through a powerful shaping section. This arsenal of tools allows you to prepare the sound for distortion or use them independently for tonal correction.
- DJ-Style Equalizer: The input three-band “band-killer” equalizer allows you to dramatically cut or boost individual frequency bands, adding dynamics and sharpness before distortion processing.
- Resonant Filter: A resonant low-pass filter of Audio Damage’s own design is located at the output. It has two types and a bypass option. The filter can self-oscillate at high resonance (Q) values, adding another layer of sonic madness.
- One-Knob Compressor: A favorite feature from the original Kombinat has been preserved – a simple but effective compressor, specifically tuned for “gluing” and thickening distorted signals. It is now implemented as a slider, but the principle is the same – maximum compression with one movement.
Additional Features and Convenience
Audio Damage has taken care not only of power, but also of the ease of use of its plugin.
- Internal Feedback: The internal feedback system, connected to an envelope follower, allows you to create wild and unpredictable sounds that react to the dynamics of the incoming signal.
- 80 Presets: Get started instantly with a large library of 80 professionally designed presets. 40 of them are classics from the original Kombinat, and another 40 are brand new, demonstrating the capabilities of the new engines and feedback. Presets serve as an excellent starting point for further experimentation.
- MIDI Learn: For VST users, the MIDI Learn function is available, which allows you to easily link any plugin parameter to controllers on your MIDI device for maximum convenience during live performances or automation.
- Cross-platform: Kombinat Dva is available in VST and AU formats, supporting Windows (32-bit and 64-bit) and macOS operating systems.
Whether you need a subtle analog saturator, a multiband tool for surgical processing, or a machine of total sonic destruction, Kombinat Dva by Audio Damage is ready to become your reliable assistant. Its unique architecture, variety of algorithms, and intuitive controls make it an indispensable tool in the studio of any modern musician and sound engineer.
