Blob
Organic pulsing shape that morphs with audio. Smooth, liquid-like visualization that expands and contracts based on audio energy. Calming, hypnotic effect.
Overview
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| ID | 9 |
| Category | Creative |
| Best For | Creative, Ambient, Modulation, LFO Display |
| Aspect Ratio | Square (4×4 minimum) |
What It Shows
Overall audio energy drives the blob’s size and shape. Low frequencies might affect overall size while high frequencies add surface detail. Great for showing modulation and LFO activity.
Best Plugin Types
✅ Recommended for:
- Creative effects - Organic, fluid aesthetic
- Ambient plugins - Calming visual
- Modulation displays - Show LFO shape/depth
- LFO visualization - Perfect match
- Experimental tools - Unconventional display
❌ Not recommended for:
- Utility plugins - Not informative enough
- EQ plugins - Need frequency data
- Technical tools - No precision
Color Mapping
| Color Property | What It Controls |
|---|---|
bodyColor | Background |
trackColor | Inner blob color |
activeColor | Outer glow/edge color |
Color Tips
- Inner brighter than outer for depth
- Complementary glow color for contrast
- Dark background for best visibility
Configuration Options
Smoothing
- Range: 0.1-0.95
- Default: 0.7
- Tip: Higher (0.8-0.95) = more fluid, lower (0.3-0.5) = more responsive.
Sizing
| Size | Dimensions | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | 4×4 | Accent element |
| Standard | 5×5 | Primary display |
| Large | 6×6 | Hero element |
Square aspect ratio works best - the blob is naturally round.
Example Uses
- LFO module - Show modulation shape and depth
- Envelope follower - Visualize dynamics
- Ambient reverb - Represent the space
- Compressor - Show gain reduction organically
- Sidechain visualizer - Pulsing to kick drum
Design Tips
- Center it - Blob looks best centered
- High smoothing - More fluid = more elegant
- Square space - Give it room to breathe
- Subtle glow - Adds depth without distraction
LFO/Modulation Use
Perfect for showing:
- LFO rate (pulsing speed)
- LFO depth (expansion amount)
- Envelope follower response
- Sidechain pumping effect