Scope Glow
Vintage phosphor-style oscilloscope with bloom/persistence effect. Nostalgic CRT aesthetic with glowing trace that fades over time, like old analog oscilloscopes.
Overview
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| ID | 7 |
| Category | Time Domain |
| Best For | Vintage, Retro, Analog Emulation |
| Aspect Ratio | Square-ish (5×4 minimum) |
What It Shows
Same waveform data as other scopes, but with phosphor persistence and bloom effect. The glow creates a warm, nostalgic feel reminiscent of vintage test equipment.
Best Plugin Types
✅ Recommended for:
- Vintage plugins - Perfect aesthetic match
- Retro designs - Nostalgic CRT feel
- Analog emulations - Authentic look
- Synth modules - Classic synth scope
- Tape emulations - Vintage studio vibe
❌ Not recommended for:
- Modern/clean designs - Too much character
- Minimal aesthetics - Too stylized
Color Mapping
| Color Property | What It Controls |
|---|---|
bodyColor | Screen background |
trackColor | Phosphor trace color |
activeColor | Glow/bloom color |
Authentic Phosphor Colors
- Green phosphor - Classic oscilloscope (P1)
- Amber phosphor - Warm vintage feel (P3)
- Blue phosphor - Cool retro look (P7)
Configuration Options
Glow Intensity
- Range: 0-1
- Default: 0.4
- Tip: Higher (0.5-0.7) for dramatic phosphor effect, lower (0.2-0.3) for subtler warmth.
Line Thickness
- Range: 1-4 pixels
- Default: 2
- Tip: Slightly thicker (2-3) looks more authentic with glow.
Sizing
| Size | Dimensions | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | 5×4 | Compact |
| Standard | 6×5 | Most plugins |
| Authentic | 6×6 | Matches real CRTs |
Example Uses
- Vintage synth - Classic scope display
- Tape emulation - Studio equipment aesthetic
- Analog delay - Retro character
- Tube preamp - Warm vintage vibe
- Modular synth style - Classic module look
Design Tips
- Match the era - Green for 70s, amber for 80s
- Higher glow = more vintage - Crank it for authenticity
- Pair with vintage controls - Complete the aesthetic
- Dark background essential - Glow needs contrast
Creating Authenticity
For maximum vintage feel:
- Use green or amber trace color
- High glow intensity (0.5-0.7)
- Dark screen background
- Pair with vintage knob styles
- Consider slight screen curvature illusion
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