Magic Carpet
Key Features
- Three independently adjustable delay lines feed a shared feedback path for sparse-to-dense repeats
- Feedback behavior can build fuller atmospheric delay beds with fewer obvious gaps between echoes
- Noise Mode raises the feedback into unstable territory for noisy experimental textures
- Random button generates new delay settings quickly for sound-design accidents and transition effects
- Separate Linux, Windows, and macOS downloads are available from the official free-version post
- AU, VST3, and CLAP support covers the main modern plugin formats for desktop DAWs
Description
Magic Carpet is an experimental delay plugin from UnplugRed built around three independently adjustable delay lines feeding one shared feedback path. It starts as sparse repeats and turns into dense atmospheric washes as feedback rises, so it works best when you want a delay that blooms rather than a conventional echo.
The interface keeps the core controls simple, but the character comes from how quickly the shared feedback path fills in the gaps. A right-click Noise Mode can push feedback into unstable territory for noisy, unpredictable textures, so level control matters when exploring the wilder settings.
A random button creates new settings with each press, which makes it useful for finding happy accidents on synths, vocals, guitars, and transition effects. The free build includes a rotating supporter banner in the UI, while the paid Patreon version removes the banner.
UnplugRed provides direct Linux, Windows, and macOS downloads through the public Patreon post, and the official page remains live with both the free and paid version links. The format support is broad for an indie effect, covering AU, VST3, and CLAP across the major desktop operating systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Magic Carpet different from a normal delay?
Magic Carpet uses three adjustable delay lines that share one feedback path. That design can begin with sparse repeats and become denser as feedback increases, which makes it feel more atmospheric than a basic echo.
What does Noise Mode do?
Noise Mode is available from the right-click menu and pushes the feedback into more unstable behavior. It is useful for experimental textures, but the developer and reviewers both warn that levels can get loud.
What is the difference between the free and paid versions?
The official free-version Patreon post says the free build includes a non-intrusive banner. The paid Patreon version is positioned as the way to support UnplugRed and remove that banner.
Which plugin formats are available?
The researched sources list AU, VST3, and CLAP support. The official free post provides separate Linux, Windows, and macOS downloads.
