FreeFall v2 – Hybrid Delay and Pitch Shifting Effect by novaflash
Welcome to the world of sound experiments with FreeFall v2 – a unique and versatile VST effects plugin from the developer novaflash. This plugin is a powerful hybrid of a delay effect and a pitch shifter, opening up unlimited possibilities for creating unexpected and captivating soundscapes.
At the heart of FreeFall v2 lies an innovative approach: the plugin captures a variable block of the audio buffer, which is then subjected to complex modulation using a flexible 11×12 matrix. The combination of pitch (tune), size, and gap modulations is the heart of this effect, allowing you to transform the sound in the most unusual way.
Key Modules and Functions
LFO (Low-Frequency Oscillators)
The LFOs in FreeFall v2 provide dynamic modulation of various parameters. They have flexible settings, including:
- SHAPE: Selecting the waveform for modulation.
- PHASE: Shifting the phase of the oscillator.
- STP / PW: Adding steps to the waveform (STP) or controlling the pulse width (PW) for the pulse shape.
- MODE: Selecting the LFO speed mode.
- SMTH: Smoothing the waveform (soft or hard).
TRACKER
The Tracker module allows you to track the characteristics of the input signal and use them for modulation:
- FRQ: Frequency tracking.
- WIDTH: Adjusting the selectivity of tracking.
- THRSHLD: Setting the trigger threshold.
- ATCK: Attack time.
- REL: Release time.
- MON: Monitoring the filtered signal.
RANDOM
Add an element of randomness and unpredictability to your sound:
- RATE / MODE: Setting the density, synchronization with BPM (both regular and by ratio) or by frequency (Hz).
- MODE: Selecting the type of randomness (NOISE, S&H – Sample and Hold, SPRING).
- SMTH: Smoothing the random waveform.
JSTICK (Joystick)
A virtual joystick that can be assigned to different parameters through the modulation matrix. The text field allows direct input of values.
DELAY/SHIFTER
The central module for controlling delay and pitch shifting:
- OCTAVE: Fine-tuning the pitch in octaves.
- SEMI: Fine-tuning the pitch in semitones and cents.
- X: Cross-modulation from the matrix.
- SMPL: Sample buffer length.
- GAP: The length of the gap between repetitions.
- MODE: Selecting the sync mode (BPM or milliseconds).
- ENVelope: Setting the envelope shape (Sine, Rectified sine, Trapezoid).
- FRZ: Freezing the current sample block.
- FDBCK: The amount of feedback.
- SHIFT: Phase shift between the left and right channels (for stereo).
VCF (Voltage Controlled Filter)
Built-in filter for shaping the timbre of the processed signal:
- CUT: Filter cutoff frequency.
- RES: Filter resonance.
- MIX: Ratio of clean and processed signals (Dry/Wet).
- MODE: Selecting the filter type, slope (dB), and model.
- BF/AF: Filter position (before or after the effect).
MISC (Miscellaneous)
Additional utilities for convenience:
- SYNC: Synchronizing all oscillators.
- INPUT: Adjusting the input signal level.
- DIST: Adding distortion.
- STEREO: Setting the stereo panorama (zero = mono).
Conclusion
FreeFall v2 from novaflash is not just a delay or pitch shifter effect. It is a tool for deep sound design, allowing you to create dynamic, evolving, and absolutely unique sounds. From rhythmic, modulated delays to abstract textures and atmospheric landscapes – FreeFall v2 will become an indispensable assistant for musicians and sound engineers who want to go beyond the ordinary and add an innovative touch to their compositions. Try FreeFall v2 and unleash your creativity!
