No matter what style of electronic music you make, creative timestretching effects are essential. But the hassle of processing audio on your DAW’s timeline can interrupt your studio workflow – which is why Cableguys’ ingenious new effect is so damn useful!
Scoring 10/10 in Computer Music issue 251, HalfTime (PC/Mac, VST/AU) is a creative effects plugin for instant ‘slow-down’ and half-speed effects. Load up the plugin on a channel, punch the big Power button, and your signal will be pitched down to half speed, all in real time!
For more creative tweaks, three speed modes are available: 2x, 1.5x and 4x. Introduce the effect gradually by applying a Fade In or Out of up to 16 bars. Adjust Loop Length for customisable rhythms. Apply the effect to only a specific frequency range with the Band section. And generate unique blends with the dry/wet Mix control.
We’ve teamed up with Cableguys to bring you this exclusive competition giveaway. All you have to do is grab your print or digital copy of Computer Music issue 252 to enter. You'll find details on page 38, along with the issue's 80 free plugin downloads, three free sample packs and inspirational video tutorials.
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