Analog Obsession’s DrGate is a powerful drum-focused plugin designed to provide clean and controlled gating. Whether you’re tightening up drum transients or exploring creative uses for gating on other instruments, this tool offers simplicity and precision. Its user-friendly interface and focused feature set make it a valuable addition to any producer’s toolkit.
Personal Thoughts
DrGate excels in delivering clean, precise gating with minimal effort. The intuitive controls and resizable interface make it accessible for producers of all skill levels. The Filter function is particularly impressive, allowing you to blend and refine your sound for smoother results. While the interface is sleek, the dial markers could be more visible for easier adjustments. Overall, it’s a fantastic plugin, especially considering it’s free.
Features
- Gate: Sets the threshold for triggering the gate.
- Hold: Adjusts the hold time with program-dependent release (10 ms to 1000 ms).
- Filter: Reverse low-pass filter ranging from 5 Hz to 500 Hz for smoothing tails.
- Blend: Balances dry and processed signals.
- Bypass Button: Central red button for quick activation/deactivation.
- Resizable Interface: Scale the UI from 50% to 200%.
System Requirements
- macOS: VST3, AU, AAX.
- Windows: VST3, AAX.
Download Link
Download DrGate here: DrGate (FREE)
