Description
Battersea Audio SHAPER is a powerful step tool plug-in that turns any sound into an evolving, rhythmic performance. Combining classic sidechain-style ducking with trancegate-style sequencing and deep modulation, it lets you carve movement, groove and texture into synths, drums, vocals and more in seconds.
At the heart of SHAPER is a flexible 32-step sequencer that controls volume and filtering with pinpoint accuracy. Whether you want a simple four-to-the-floor pump, intricate stutter patterns or long, cinematic swells, you can draw in shapes, lock them to your DAW tempo and instantly transform static parts into something alive and musical.
SHAPER is designed to keep you in the creative zone. A generous library of 100+ presets gives you instant starting points, from subtle motion to wild, chopped rhythms, while SWING and SMOOTH controls let you dial in the perfect feel for your track. When you are ready to go deeper, full MIDI automation and extensive shape editing make it easy to build your own signature movement and save it as custom presets.
With efficient CPU usage, straightforward serial-number activation and support for all major DAWs on Mac and Windows (VST3 and AU), SHAPER slots effortlessly into your existing workflow. It is an ideal tool for producers, sound designers and composers who want fast, expressive control over dynamics and rhythm without getting bogged down in complex routing.
Expressive 32-Step Sequencer
SHAPER centres around a 32-shape sequencer that lets you slice, sculpt and modulate audio with total precision. Draw in your own patterns or tweak the included shapes to create pumping grooves, gated chords, glitchy chops or evolving swells that lock perfectly to your project tempo.
Advanced Sidechain and Gating
By blending traditional sidechain-style volume shaping with trancegate-style sequencing, SHAPER goes far beyond simple pumping effects. Layer multiple rhythmic movements, build complex filter pulses and create dynamic textures that would be difficult and time-consuming to achieve with standard compressors or gates.
Instant Inspiration with 100+ Presets
SHAPER ships with a curated library of over 100 presets that cover everything from subtle movement and tight rhythmic chops to long, suspenseful rises and cinematic pulses. They are ideal for quick inspiration, and every preset can be customised and saved so you can build your own personal library of go-to shapes.
Streamlined, Efficient Workflow
With extremely low CPU usage, simple serial-number activation and support for all major DAWs, SHAPER is built to stay out of your way and let you focus on music. Full MIDI automation support means every parameter can be controlled from your DAW, making it easy to integrate into complex mixes, live sets or sound design sessions.
Key Features
- 32-Shape Rhythmic Sequencer – Draw and edit up to 32 steps of volume or filter modulation to create precise rhythmic patterns, from simple four-step ducks to intricate, evolving sequences that bring static sounds to life.
- Advanced Sidechain and Trancegate Effects – Combine sidechain-style pumping with trancegate-style chopping to design unique motion, layered grooves and complex dynamic effects that go far beyond a standard compressor sidechain.
- 100+ Dynamic Presets – Explore a large collection of ready-made patterns, including subtle movement, extreme chops and cinematic pulses, giving you instant inspiration and fast results on synths, drums, vocals and more.
- Lightweight, Flexible Plug-in – Enjoy extremely CPU-efficient performance, straightforward serial-number activation, full MIDI automation and compatibility with all major DAWs in VST3 and AU formats, making SHAPER easy to add to any setup.
Specifications
General
- Product Type: Rhythmic step tool and audio shaper plug-in
- Core Features: 32-shape sequencer for volume and filter modulation
- Preset Library: 100+ factory presets with user preset creation
- Automation: Full MIDI automation support
- Licence: Perpetual licence with lifetime updates
Compatibility
- Mac: macOS 10.13 High Sierra or later
- Mac CPU Support: Intel and Apple Silicon
- Windows: Windows 10 or Windows 11
- Plug-in Formats: VST3, AU
- DAW Support: All major DAWs (including Logic Pro, FL Studio, Ableton Live, Cubase and others)
- AAX Support: Not supported
Installation & Licensing
- Installation: Download installer and enter serial number directly in the plug-in
- Licensing: No additional licensing software required
- Performance: Extremely CPU efficient
