Audiority

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Overview

Audiority is an Italian audio plugin developer that creates specialized effects and processing tools for music production and sound design. The company produces a range of VST, AU, and AAX plugins including granular processors, reverbs, distortion units, and creative effects designed for both mixing and sound manipulation. Audiority's plugins are characterized by aggressive, character-driven processing with emphasis on analog simulation and experimental sound design capabilities.

Key Features

  • Multi-format plugin support - Available in AAX, AU, VST2, VST3, and CLAP formats for broad DAW compatibility
  • Voice multiplication and detuning - Big Swarma multiplies signals up to 16 voices with adjustable detune and stereo width control
  • Granular processing engine - GrainSpace provides real-time granulation with up to 32 grains per channel and 7 grain parameters
  • Analog simulation - Faithful recreations of vintage hardware including tape echo and overdrive units
  • Creative reverb algorithms - XenoVerb offers both classic and experimental reverb processing with clean interface
  • Aggressive saturation and distortion - Pyros collection provides saturation, distortion and mangling effects for sound destruction
  • MIDI mapping support - Full MIDI controller mapping capabilities across plugins
  • Resizable interface - Customizable plugin interface sizing for different workflow preferences

Pricing

PlanPriceIncludes
Individual pluginsVaries per pluginSingle plugin license with updates and support

Platforms & Requirements

Audiority plugins run on macOS and Windows as VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, and CLAP format plugins compatible with major DAWs. Plugins are also available as iOS apps through the App Store. File locations and license management are handled through the user account area on Audiority's website.

Integrations & Ecosystem

  • AAX plugin format for Pro Tools
  • AU format for Logic Pro and other Apple DAWs
  • VST2 and VST3 formats for most DAWs
  • CLAP format support
  • iOS app versions available on App Store
  • MIDI controller mapping
  • Preset management system
  • License file management through user account

Alternatives

AppDifference
iZotopeLarger plugin suite with AI-assisted mixing tools and broader market presence
SoundtoysFocuses on creative effects with stronger emphasis on visual interface design
Native Instruments KompleteComprehensive production suite combining instruments, effects, and sampling tools
WavesExtensive plugin library with industry-standard mixing and mastering tools

Reputation

Audiority is recognized as a specialized developer of character-driven audio effects with particular strength in aggressive processing and experimental sound design. The plugins are valued by producers seeking distinctive, analog-modeled effects rather than transparent processing. The company maintains active development with regular manual updates and supports modern plugin formats. Limited mainstream visibility compared to larger plugin developers, but maintains dedicated user base among sound designers and electronic music producers.

Sources (9)
  1. https://www.audiority.com/manuals/Audiority_BigSwarma_Manual.pdf?ver=1.0
  2. https://www.audiority.com/manuals/Audiority_GrainSpace_Manual.pdf?ver=2.6
  3. https://www.audiority.com/manuals/Audiority_Pyros_Manual.pdf?ver=2.3
  4. https://www.audiority.com/manuals/Audiority_XenoVerb_Manual.pdf?ver=1.6
  5. https://www.audiority.com/manuals/Audiority_DrDrive_Manual.pdf?ver=1.3
  6. https://www.audiority.com/manuals/Audiority_PlexiTape_Manual.pdf?ver=1.4
  7. https://www.audiority.com/manuals/Audiority_HeavyPedalmkII_Manual.pdf?ver=2.1
  8. https://www.audiority.com/support/what-do-i-find-in-the-user-area/
  9. https://apps.apple.com/nz/developer/audiority-srl/id1815900942