FreSh – Frequency Shifting and Complex Effects
The FreSh plugin by Max Project is a powerful sound design tool that goes beyond standard effects. Its main feature is the ability to perform frequency shifting, which is fundamentally different from traditional pitch-shifting. Instead of changing the pitch by multiplying frequencies, FreSh shifts all frequencies in the spectrum by a fixed value in Hertz. This creates non-harmonic changes, ideal for experimental sound design, creating sci-fi effects, or radically transforming instruments and vocals. The ability to shift the frequency and modulate the pitch simultaneously opens up wide possibilities for creating dynamic and unusual sound textures that go beyond ordinary effects. FreSh is a valuable tool for producers and sound engineers looking to add originality to their projects.
Integrated Features
FreSh combines key effects for comprehensive sound shaping:
- Frequency Shifter with LFO: The main function of the plugin. Allows you to shift the entire frequency spectrum of the signal by a given value (in Hz). The built-in LFO provides modulation of this shift, creating moving, vibrating, or floating effects that add dynamics and texture to the processed sound.
- Chorus: A chorus effect for adding volume and width to the sound, simulating multiple sources with small deviations. Helps enrich the sound, making it more saturated.
- Delay: A delay (echo) effect for creating repetitions. The integrated delay allows you to add space and rhythmic elements to the processed signal, especially interesting when working with the already frequency-shifted sound.
- Pitch: A classic pitch-shifter for traditional pitch changes while preserving harmonics. Complements the frequency shift, providing additional options for manipulating pitch/frequency.
Aesthetics and Creation
Visually, FreSh is designed in a vintage analog style. This graphical interface (GUI) was developed by Maximiliano Cordido (T.Rex, Argentina), giving the plugin a special character and appeal. The plugin was developed with the assistance of Carl (CPS), ensuring its stability and functionality as a VST plugin for Windows (Win32).
FreSh is an ideal tool for sound experiments. Its combination of frequency shifting, chorus, delay, and pitch, along with its vintage design, makes it a valuable asset for any Windows-based studio looking for original ways to process sound. Try FreSh to discover new horizons in creating unique soundscapes and effects.
