Analog Saturation with Bite
From Subtle Warmth to Sonic Destruction
Decapitator by Soundtoys is the go-to saturation plugin for top mix engineers — a secret weapon for adding analog flavor, attitude, and presence to any track. Whether you’re after vintage tube warmth or pushed-to-the-edge distortion, Decapitator delivers that unmistakable analog mojo in a flexible digital format.
With five meticulously modeled saturation styles, a built-in tone shaper, and the infamous Punish button, it’s perfect for everything from smooth vocal warmth to aggressive drum drive.
Key Features:
- 5 Analog Saturation Models – Tube, transistor, and console-inspired tones
- Real Analog Feel – Dynamic response that reacts like real gear
- Punish Button – Push it into heavy saturation and distortion territory
- Tone Control – Shape the character of your saturation
- Mix Knob – Easy parallel processing with no extra routing
Why Use Decapitator?
Because clean is overrated. Add grit, heat, edge, or warmth to vocals, drums, synths, guitars — anything that needs character and vibe. Subtle or savage, Decapitator brings analog life to your digital mix.