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TAL-Bitcrusher
by TAL Software · Bitcrusher / sample-rate reducer
Free bitcrusher and sample-rate reducer with companding for extra grit.
VST2VST3AUAAXCLAPmacOSWindowsLinux
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A high-quality bitcrusher and sample-rate reducer modeled on vintage samplers. Here are 2 genuinely free options, ranked by how close they get.
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Kilohearts Essentials
by Kilohearts · Bundle of 30+ simple effects
Its Bitcrush module covers basic bit and rate reduction.
VST2VST3AUAAXmacOSWindowsNeeds free Kilohearts account
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