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Perforator

Perforator

Rhythmic Gate Effect Plugin

47 ratings
15 reviews
#169 in paid Music
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$3.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 24, 2018
  • November 21, 2021

Features

Developer

Bram Bos
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About

This app is a rhythmic gating audio effect that creatively manipulates incoming audio to generate rhythmic patterns. It offers two gating mechanisms, including an AMP EG gate and a low-pass filter, to achieve various sound effects.

✓Rhythmic gating audio effect
✓AMP EG gate and low-pass filter
✓Syncs with project tempo
✓Independent left/right channel editing
✓Built-in preset manager
✓AU MIDI output
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What's New in Perforator

1.0.6

November 21, 2021

Now fully supports Latency Compensation with the latest version of AUM

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📉 169-22

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This app dropped -22 positions in Music chart.

Last updated on August 21, 2026.

User reviews

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Where’s the update?

This app is in desperate need of an update. Automation doesn’t work at all in Logic Pro for iPad. Developer doesn’t look after his apps, there hasn’t been an update for two years. It’s still a fun app but far from useful.
Mango4twoMango4two

It’s not rhythmic gate app

It’s much deeper, go through all those little details Bram put into this,

You’ll be amazed what this can do for your boring pad lines!
Deathrow InmatesDeathrow Inmates

New update and….

still doesn’t work anymore on Cubasis 3.31 and iPad os 15
jorgeSr93jorgeSr93

Response from developer

This is due to a bug introduced by Apple in iOS15 which can only be solved by the hosts. Therefore I’m working with Steinberg to help them fix Cubasis. Their next update should fix it. Sorry, but there’s nothing more I can do, so your bad review feels unfair.

Really good. Really.

The possibilities are endless. Pads as beats? Beats as pads? This is the only 'cut and paste' for noises I need. Thanks for all the inspiration!
MikeInLasVegasMikeInLasVegas

Super

Bravo. Cette application est super efficace et donne de grandes possibilités. Très facile et ergonomique. Je recommande
kloukklouk
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FAQ

What is Perforator?

Perforator is an AUv3 Audio Unit plugin that functions as a rhythmic gating audio effect. It's designed to snip, cut, and filter audio to create rhythmic patterns from sustained sounds.

Does Perforator work on its own?

No, Perforator is an AUv3 Audio Unit plugin and requires a compatible host app like Garageband, Cubasis, BM3, or AUM to function.

What kind of rhythmic effects can Perforator create?

Perforator can create classic staccato 'trance gate' sounds and emulate sloppy pumping sidechain compression by tuning its slice envelopes.

What are the gating mechanisms in Perforator?

Perforator features an AMP EG gate, the traditional gating method, and a 12dB/Oct low-pass filter that rapidly removes high frequencies to silence sounds.

Does Perforator sync with my music project?

Yes, Perforator automatically syncs with your project's tempo, ensuring your rhythmic effects stay in time with your music.

Can Perforator send MIDI data?

Yes, Perforator has an AU MIDI output feature where both left and right envelopes can send their values as MIDI CC messages, mimicking 'parameter lock' messages in other apps. This requires iOS 11+ and a host compatible with AU MIDI from effects.

What devices is Perforator compatible with?

Perforator is a universal app and works on iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, as indicated by its support for these devices.

How often is Perforator updated?

The latest version of Perforator is 1.0.6, which was last updated on November 21, 2021. This suggests updates are not extremely frequent but the app is maintained.