Distortion Node
A multi-mode saturation and distortion processor with 7 distinct algorithms, tone shaping, and bit crushing capabilities.
Overview
| Property | Value |
|---|
| Category | Effects / Distortion |
| Version | 1 |
| Inputs | L, R (audio) |
| Outputs | L, R (audio) |
Modes
| Mode | Description | Character |
|---|
| Tube | Vacuum tube saturation | Warm, harmonic richness |
| Transistor | Solid-state clipping | Harder, more aggressive |
| Fuzz | Vintage fuzz pedal | Thick, sustained |
| Tape | Magnetic tape saturation | Soft compression, warmth |
| BitCrush | Digital bit reduction | Lo-fi, retro digital |
| Waveshaper | Custom transfer curve | Versatile, edgy |
| Transformer | Transformer saturation | Subtle, iron character |
Parameters
Drive
| Parameter | Range | Default | Description |
|---|
| Drive | 0% - 100% | 30% | Distortion amount |
| Output | -24dB - +12dB | 0dB | Output level |
| Bias | -100% - +100% | 0% | Asymmetric distortion |
Tone Shaping
| Parameter | Range | Default | Description |
|---|
| Tone Low | -12dB - +12dB | 0dB | Low frequency adjustment |
| Tone Mid | -12dB - +12dB | 0dB | Mid frequency adjustment |
| Tone High | -12dB - +12dB | 0dB | High frequency adjustment |
Mix
| Parameter | Range | Default | Description |
|---|
| Mix | 0% - 100% | 100% | Dry/wet blend |
BitCrush Mode Only
| Parameter | Range | Default | Description |
|---|
| Bit Depth | 1 - 16 bits | 8 | Bit reduction amount |
| Sample Reduce | 1x - 64x | 1x | Sample rate reduction |
Visualizer
The Transfer Curve Visualizer shows:
- Input/output relationship curve
- Current operating point
- Asymmetry (from Bias)
Tips
- Tube mode adds warmth without harshness
- Use Tape for subtle saturation on buses
- BitCrush with Sample Reduce creates classic lo-fi sounds
- Bias adds odd harmonics for more aggressive character
- Use Mix for parallel saturation blending
Example Presets
Warm Tube Glow
- Mode: Tube
- Drive: 25%
- Tone High: -2dB
- Mix: 100%
Lo-Fi Crush
- Mode: BitCrush
- Bit Depth: 8
- Sample Reduce: 4x
- Mix: 70%
Tape Warmth
- Mode: Tape
- Drive: 40%
- Tone Low: +2dB
- Mix: 100%
Aggressive Fuzz
- Mode: Fuzz
- Drive: 80%
- Bias: 20%
- Tone Mid: +3dB