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Overview
| Name | Version: | Spectral Wobbler 1.0.2 |
| Author: | DysWaves |
| Device Type: | Audio Effect |
| Description: | Spectral Wobble – Frequency-Domain Modulation with Character Spectral Wobbler is a unique audio effect that operates in the frequency domain, creating smooth, continuous modulations across the sound spectrum. Rather than applying standard pitch or amplitude changes, it uses a Low-Frequency Oscillator (LFO) to shift frequency content by dynamically offsetting each bin’s source — effectively "wobbling" the spectrum itself. By selectively reading from neighboring frequency bins (based on the LFO), this technique produces a rich range of sonic textures — from subtle, analog-style movement to extreme, detuned warping. Unlike conventional vibrato or chorus effects, Spectral Wobble allows fine control over which parts of the spectrum are affected, with seamless crossfades between low, mid, and high frequency bands. Additionally, setting the LFO speed to zero freezes the modulation at a fixed offset, turning the effect into a spectral frequency shifter. This can produce a surreal, metallic tone that works especially well on harsh guitars, dense pads, or experimental textures. Video: https://youtu.be/bqh1QJ185pg Sonic Characteristics Subtle Movement At low depth and slow rate, it adds gentle modulation reminiscent of chorus or vibrato — ideal for pads, strings, or ambient textures. Watery or Phasey Texture With moderate settings, the effect produces a liquid-like shimmer that suits electric pianos, synth leads, or guitars. Extreme Modulation High-rate, high-depth settings push the sound into chaotic, warbly territories — perfect for experimental sound design and dramatic transformations. Static Frequency Shifting Set the LFO rate to zero to introduce a constant spectral shift. This creates a detuned, drifting quality that’s especially effective on gritty sounds and layered ambient elements. Frequency Targeting Apply the wobble only to specific frequency ranges: Add subtle movement to the low end without muddying the highs. Introduce shimmer and sparkle in the highs while keeping the mids grounded. Focus on midrange to give presence and motion to melodic content. |
Details
| Live Version Used: | 11.3 |
| Max Version Used: | 8.6.4 |
| Date Added: | Aug 04 2025 11:57:18 |
| Date Last Updated: | Aug 17 2025 21:13:44 |
| Downloads: | 0 |
| Website: | https://dystopianwaves.gumroad.com/l/mwobble |
| ⓘ License: | AttributionNonCommercialShareAlike |
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Hi KalanSorion,
Thank you for your message! I’ve updated the device and increased the range of the Rate knob, you can download it now.
As for the fine-tuning issue with the knob, I’ll try to find a fix and will update the device again once it's resolved.
Thank you for your message! I’ve updated the device and increased the range of the Rate knob, you can download it now.
As for the fine-tuning issue with the knob, I’ll try to find a fix and will update the device again once it's resolved.
Posted on August 05 2025 by DysWaves |
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thanks for your work on this one! it's exactly the effect I was looking for on a couple of projects I'm working on. It works great when I'm using just one instance, but, if I try to add it to an additional track in a project, it seems to just output audio from whichever track it was first added to, rather than processing the audio from the signal chain of the new track. I've been able to set up some work arounds by putting the device in its own track as an effect bus and just setting up signal routing crossfaders from different tracks, but this only works when I want all of the audio processed with the same settings across tracks - it would be really nice to be able to have multiple instances running on diff tracks (or on the same bus/track for split band processing making use of your great frequency band controls)
Posted on September 01 2025 by nikkirose303 |
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Oh also, I realize there are time domain limits to what spectral stuff can do, but would it be possible to increase the range of the rate knob a bit into the audio-rate range?
Cheers!