In a generous holiday gesture, Arturia has introduced Efx Refract, a stereo multi-effect plugin described as having “versatility at its core.” The best part? It’s absolutely free until January 4th, marking another addition to the plethora of free music software giveaways in 2023.
Efx Refract
If you’re limited to downloading just one free plugin this season, Efx Refract might be your best bet.
$99 of fun, free for Holidays
This plugin features a unique unison-based architecture, multiplying the input sound or note and processing subsequent effects in parallel. The outcome? A lush, phasing chorus-like effect that adds a substantial dimension to your audio.
It’s safe to say, we’re intrigued by what Refract brings to the table.
Refraction
Let’s delve into the workings of Refract. The initial step involves Refraction, where the plugin duplicates your input to up to eight stereo voices. This array of sound is then guided through Refract’s multi-effect chain, and this is where things get particularly fascinating.
Multi-Effect
Efx Refract offers five distinct effects – BandPass Filter, Comb Filter, Bitcrusher, Distortion, and Harmonizer – that can be applied to each of the eight voices individually. The processed sounds are later summed back together, providing a unique setup that Arturia claims “allows for some wild, new, and creative results.”
Arturia is confident that experimenting with Refract’s effect combinations can yield surprising outcomes, ranging from metallic-style reverbs to surreal shimmers, melodic bit crush effects, and even monstrous bass tones.
Free for a limited time
Don’t miss out on this opportunity; head over to Arturia’s website and download Efx Refract for free until January 4, 2024. After this period, the plugin will be available for purchase at $99/€99.
Grab it now and unlock a world of creative possibilities.
