ATK-SD1 plugin screenshot

ATK SD1

by Matthieu Brucher
Best for Guitarists and producers who want a pedal-style SD-1 overdrive for edge-of-breakup rhythm parts, mid-forward lead boosts, and asymmetric grit before an amp simulator.
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Key Features

  • Boss SD-1 overdrive emulation.
  • Asymmetric overdrive section adds even harmonics.
  • 8x oversampling.
  • Tone section modeled from the original pedal.
  • VST, VST3, and AU support listed.
  • Version 2.0.0 Windows and macOS downloads.

Description

ATK SD1 is Matthieu Brucher's emulation of the Boss SD-1 overdrive, built on the Audio ToolKit library. It models the pedal's tone section and asymmetric overdrive, with 8x oversampling and even-harmonic emphasis for mid-forward guitar grit and amp pushing.

The supplied listing provides version 2.0.0 VST and AU downloads for Win32, Win64, and Mac OSX, and also notes VST3 support. File sizes range from about 5.7 MB to 11.4 MB depending on platform and format.

Video Preview

ATK SD1 video preview

Frequently Asked Questions

What pedal does ATK SD1 emulate?

It emulates the Boss SD-1 overdrive. The listing says the plugin implements the pedal's overdrive and tone sections.

What makes its overdrive asymmetric?

The asymmetric section adds even harmonics, giving the overdrive its characteristic mid-forward bite. The plugin also uses 8x oversampling.

Which formats are available?

The source lists VST, VST3, and AU support, with version 2.0.0 downloads for Win32, Win64, and Mac OSX.

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