Support more instrument/effect categories #24
Description
heres a chatgpt list of effects (not exhaustive)
Compressor:
Reduces the dynamic range by attenuating peaks, providing a more even sound. Commonly used in mixing and mastering to control loudness.
Limiter:
A more aggressive form of compression designed to prevent audio signals from exceeding a set threshold. Often used in mastering to prevent clipping.
Expander:
Opposite of a compressor, it increases the dynamic range by reducing the volume of sounds below a certain threshold. Used to create more contrast in dynamics.
Gate (Noise Gate):
Similar to an expander but more focused on reducing or eliminating unwanted background noise by cutting audio below a certain level.
Equalizer (EQ):
Allows you to adjust specific frequency bands in the audio spectrum. Can be used for tonal shaping, corrective EQ, or creative effects.
Saturator:
Introduces harmonic distortion to add warmth, character, or "grit" to the sound. Saturators are often used to emulate analog tape or tube saturation.
Distortion:
Alters the audio signal to create a more intense, gritty, or "crunchy" sound. Distortion is used in various music genres, especially rock and electronic music.
Reverb:
Simulates different acoustic environments to add depth and ambiance. Can range from subtle room reverb to expansive hall reverb.
Delay:
Repeats the audio signal with a time delay, creating echo effects. Delay can be used creatively for rhythmic patterns or subtle ambiance.
Chorus:
Creates a richer, fuller sound by combining slightly delayed and detuned copies of the audio signal with the original.
Flanger:
Creates a sweeping or "jet plane" effect by mixing a delayed signal with the original, with the delay time modulated over time.
Phaser:
Similar to flanging, it creates a sweeping effect by shifting phase relationships within the audio signal.
Exciter:
Adds harmonic content to brighten the sound. Often used in mastering to give tracks more presence.
Pitch Shifter:
Alters the pitch of an audio signal. Can be used for creative effects or to correct pitch.
Vocoders and Harmonizers:
Vocoders create robotic-sounding vocals, while harmonizers generate harmony layers from a single vocal track.