DistoCore

DistoFonic limited/FREE

AU | VST | VST3 | Dual-Band distortion audio plug-in release notes
Version: 1.1 limited/FREE
Date: 2026-05-08
Copyright: © DistoCore 2013-2026

DistoFonic is a high-impact dual-band distortion plug-in equipped with advanced filtering, distortion shaping, EQ, and a flexible dual-band processing engine with precise input and output control.
Built for hardcore, gabber, drum & bass, and dubstep, it delivers powerful, controlled aggression - while also bringing punch, grit, and character to bass-lines, guitars, synths, and virtually any sound source.

limited/FREE version

Contents

  1. Disclaimer
  2. Latest Information
  3. System Requirements
  4. About
  5. Technologies
  6. FAQ
  7. User Guide

Disclaimer

DistoCore audio plug-ins are provided "as is", without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied.
The DistoCore team shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or issues arising from the use of this software.
By installing or using this software, you agree to these terms.

Latest Information / Changelog

Release notes for the limited/FREE version.

Version 1.1 (2026-05-08)

  • Standalone unleashed - DistoFonic breaks free from the DAW and is now available as a standalone application on macOS and Windows, ready for raw sound design sessions and live destruction
  • Next-level distortion engine - Re-engineered for maximum impact: improved stability, tighter curve handling, and optimized internals deliver a faster, more aggressive, and rock-solid distortion workflow
  • Precision under pressure - Advanced curve processing with controlled value handling keeps your signal powerful, stable, and always within the optimal audible range - even under extreme settings
  • Expanded filter arsenal - New State Variable filters (Low-Pass and High-Pass) give you surgical control to carve, shape, and push your sound exactly where it needs to hit
  • EQ reworked for impact - Punchier lows, cleaner mids, and sharper highs - dialed in for EDM, hardcore, and high-energy electronic production
  • Auto make-up for the clipper - Smart gain compensation keeps your levels locked while you push the clipper harder - no more manual balancing, just pure workflow speed
  • Gabber DNA injected - The new "Gabber Heritage" curve and "Gabber Mayhem Drive" preset deliver uncompromising oldschool energy straight to your signal chain
  • Preset firepower expanded - A powerful collection of new and reworked presets, from subtle drive to full-scale sonic destruction; including "Reforge" presets to instantly modernize and revive your tracks
  • Final polish - Visual refinements and usability improvements for an even smoother, distraction-free experience

Version 1.0 (2022-07-31)

  • 64-bit audio processing and distortion engine
  • Distortion Unit with 42 distortion curves, 3 different operating modes and Bit Crusher/Sample Rate Converter/Gate controls
  • Dynamic Waveshaper with 3 different Shape Forms + Shape Inverter + 4 Dynamic Shaping Modes
  • 4 Band Equalizer for Sub- and Disto-Band
  • Sub-/Disto-Band Processor with fixed band split frequencies
  • Filter Unit with 10 different filters and controllable input drive, cutoff, resonance, transition speed and left/right filter type balance
  • Input Unit lets you control the input volume, saturation and DC offset
  • Output Unit with pan, saturation, dry/wet balance, hard limiter, output volume

System Requirements

Windows:
Windows 7/8/10 + modern CPU
VST2 and VST3 plug-in formats
Standalone Application

macOS:
macOS 10.9+
AU, VST2 and VST3 plug-in formats
Standalone Application

DistoFonic can be used as a plug-in or as a standalone application, depending on your workflow.
As a plug-in, it integrates seamlessly with most modern DAWs supporting VST2, VST3, or Audio Unit formats.
The standalone version runs independently, processing audio directly from your system input in real time - ideal for quick sound design, live setups, or lightweight processing without a host.

About

DistoCore team

  • Buła: C++ Code, GFX, Concept & Idea
  • Gade System: Concept & Idea
  • I:Gor: Concept & Idea

Links

Technologies Utilized

DistoCore audio plug-ins "Bazz::Murda", "Disto::Fx" and "DistoFonic" use the following technologies, SDKs and frameworks:

  • VST and VST3 are technologies and trademarks of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH
  • Audio Unit is a technology and trademark of Apple Computers, Inc.
  • WDL-OL: Enhanced version of Cockos IPlug/WDL by Oli Larkin
  • C++ DSP library written by Vinnie Falco.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1) How to install this audio plug-in?

Windows Installer

Execute the windows executable and follow the wizard.
The default install directory is:
"C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3" as recommended by Steinberg.

Windows ZIP Package

Simply unzip and copy the content to your VSTPlugIns host's directory.

macOS PKG Installer

Double-click the package and follow the wizard to install the Audio-Unit, VST and VST3 files.

macOS Audio Unit ZIP Package

Simply unzip and copy the Audio-Unit AU [*.component] content to:

/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components
or
~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components

macOS VST ZIP Package

Simply unzip and copy the VST [*.vst] content to:
/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST
or
~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST

macOS VST3 ZIP Package

Simply unzip and copy the VST3 [*.vst3] content to:
/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3
or
~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3

User Guide / Manual

DistoFonic Manual can be found under the following link:

DistoFonic Manual