Welcome to the world of tube overdrive and thick fuzz with the BMAFB plugin from EXE Consulting! This VST effect is a carefully modeled emulation of a distortion and fuzz pedal, designed to give your guitar (or any other) sound a unique character, richness, and aggression.
BMAFB is not just another pedal emulation; it’s an instrument with a complex architecture consisting of three sequential amplification and clipping cascades, in addition to an input amplification stage. This multi-stage structure allows for achieving extremely high gain levels, opening up wide possibilities for tone shaping – from a “breathing” light overdrive to a devastating, thick fuzz capable of cutting through any mix.
Unleash the Sound Potential with BMAFB
Thanks to its architecture, BMAFB offers musicians and sound engineers flexibility in creating unique sound textures. Each amplification cascade contributes to the overall saturation and character of the overdrive. The input stage allows you to “warm up” the signal even before it enters the main stages, which affects how the saturation reacts to the dynamics of your playing. The sequential clipping cascades model the behavior of analog components, creating a distortion or fuzz rich in harmonics and pleasing to the ear.
This plugin is ideal for a wide range of genres – from blues and rock to metal and experimental music. It can add thickness and “meat” to guitars, make the bass guitar more present and aggressive, or give a unique dirt to synthesizers or drums. Experiment with the input and output signal levels, as well as with the internal cascade settings (if available through the interface), to find your perfect sound.
Key Features and Applications
- Multi-stage amplification: Four cascades (one input + three main) for comprehensive overdrive shaping.
- Wide gain range: From light “warm-up” to extreme fuzz.
- Pedal emulation: Recreates the character and dynamics of classic analog distortion/fuzz pedals.
- Versatility: Suitable for processing guitars, bass, synthesizers, vocals, and other instruments.
Important usage recommendations:
Since BMAFB is capable of producing a very high gain level, the manufacturer strongly recommends feeding its output signal to an amplifier emulation with a low gain level (e.g., LG2Amp), especially when used in real-time mode. This will help control the overall signal level and avoid unwanted, very high-frequency feedback (whistling), which may occur with excessive amplification and feedback.
Remember that extreme settings can lead to unpredictable, but sometimes interesting, sound effects. However, for stable operation and to protect your hearing, follow the signal level recommendations.
Technical Information
The BMAFB plugin is distributed in VST format and is compatible with Windows operating systems (both 32-bit and 64-bit). Note that although renaming the .vst3 file extension to .dll may allow some hosts to load it as VST2, the manufacturer warns that in this case, correct recovery of the plugin parameters when reopening the project is not guaranteed. For reliable operation, it is recommended to use it as VST3.
BMAFB from EXE Consulting is a powerful tool for those looking for a distinctive, rich overdrive. It allows you to immerse yourself in the world of classic and modern distortion and fuzz sounds, adding aggression and uniqueness to your musical creations.
