Prisma
Key Features
- Four frequency bands can be processed separately for targeted distortion instead of one full-range effect path.
- Each band accepts up to four modules, allowing layered tone-shaping chains within a selected range.
- Twenty-two available modules provide a broad set of distortion-building options.
- Narrow-band processing can add harsh texture without forcing the same intensity across the rest of a sound.
- The design supports high-frequency bass distortion while preserving the lower part of the recording.
- Prisman provides a companion single-band version for more direct distortion work.
- Runs as a 64-bit VST3, AU, or CLAP plug-in on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Description
Prisma is UnplugRed's modular multiband distortion effect for shaping aggression in selected frequency ranges instead of treating an entire signal the same way. It divides processing into four bands, and each band can hold up to four chosen modules from a current set of 22, letting a sound move from subtle coloration to intricate distortion chains.
That layout is useful when the low end needs to stay solid while the upper range becomes more abrasive. The developer specifically frames it for narrow-band harshness and for distorting the higher frequencies of bass recordings without damaging their lower weight.
Prisma also includes Prisman, a single-band companion for cases where a four-band chain would be unnecessary. The free edition retains the core plug-in but displays a non-intrusive banner, while a separate paid version is offered by the same developer.
The live UnplugRed listing identifies current builds for Windows, macOS, and Linux in VST3, Audio Unit, and CLAP formats, with 64-bit support. Its dedicated Free Version control leads to UnplugRed's public Patreon release page, so the product's installer selection and delivery remain on the creator's own route.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Prisma a multiband distortion effect?
Prisma splits its processing into four bands rather than applying one distortion chain across the whole input. Each band can host up to four modules, so different frequency ranges can receive different amounts and combinations of processing.
Can Prisma add grit to a bass sound without ruining the low end?
That is one of the uses described by UnplugRed. You can focus aggressive distortion on higher frequencies while leaving the lower portion of a bass recording less affected.
What is Prisman?
Prisman is the single-band version included with Prisma. It is intended for situations where you want the plug-in's distortion approach without building a four-band setup.
Which plug-in formats does Prisma support?
UnplugRed lists VST3, Audio Unit, and CLAP formats, with Windows, macOS, and Linux support. The official listing specifies 64-bit operation.
