Resampler Bitcrusher vs Black Distortion
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Resampler Bitcrusher
This app offers a versatile bitcrusher effect with multiple sample rate reduction and quantization algorithms. It allows users to easily create unique sonic textures and integrate them into their iOS Digital Audio Workstations.
- Multiple sample rate reduction algorithms
- Quantization options
- Flexible bit crushing
- Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) support
- Works with popular iOS DAWs
- Desktop quality plug-in
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Resampler is a creativity inducing bitcrusher packed with audio algorithms stretched past their limits. Multiple flavors of sample rate reduction and quantization provide endless possibilities for sonic mayhem. There is complex math going on, but Resampler gives you plenty of options without getting bogged down in technical details. By trying a few different settings and tweaking the knobs, you will be creating cool bit crushing effects in no time. Resampler brings flexible bit crushing to your favorite iOS DAW. Resampler is an Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) that works inside host apps. Just open up your favorite host that supports Audio Units and add it as an effect. Compatible with GarageBand, Cubasis, Auria, BeatMaker, AudioBus, AUM, Modstep, and more. Blamsoft brings their experience creating top notch plug-ins for the desktop to iOS. The same features are found in the popular Rack Extension for Propellerhead Reason. You get a desktop quality plug-in at an iOS friendly price. Tap Developer Website for sound examples.
Black Distortion
This audio plugin emulates a classic distortion pedal, offering versatile gain levels from mild overdrive to fuzzy tones. It features a unique filter control to shape high-end frequencies and a volume control for perfect integration with your existing sound. Use it as a primary distortion, a dirty channel for amplifiers, or a boost for solos.
- RAT2 distortion pedal emulation
- Adjustable gain from overdrive to fuzz
- Legendary filter control for treble shaping
- Volume control for clean tone matching
- Standalone, AudioUnit v3, and Inter-App Audio support
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The Black Distortion plugin modeled on RAT2* distortion pedal will be your go-to distortion plugin for every recording, whether it’s rock, blues, punk, or jazz. The beauty of the Black Distortion plugin lies in its versatility. Used as a primary distortion, it excels at arena rock rhythm tones and soaring leads. Do you have an amplifier plugin with too much headroom? Let the Black Distortion plugin be your dirty channel. Maybe you already love your amplifier plugin distortion. Use the Black Distortion plugin as a boost for solos and get the extra kick you need. The Black Distortion plugin features the legendary filter control. Turn it to the right to roll off brittle high-end frequencies. Having trouble cutting through the mix? Turn it to the left and allow the natural brightness of your instrument to shine through. Black Distortion plugin dials in the perfect amount of gain, from mild overdrive to full out fuzzy assault, and the volume control lets you dial it in just perfectly against your bypassed clean tone. Legal Disclaimer: *All product names are trademarks of their respective owners, which are in no way associated or affiliated with Nembrini Audio SRL. These product names, descriptions and images are provided for the sole purpose of identifying the specific products that were studied during Nembrini Audio’s sound design process. Works as a standalone app, AudioUnit v3 effect, or Inter-App Audio effect
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Black Distortion at Free against Resampler Bitcrusher's $2.99. Black Distortion also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.9) and review sentiment (67% vs 38%). Resampler Bitcrusher's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 61 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Black Distortion is free to download; Resampler Bitcrusher costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Black Distortion holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 24 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Resampler Bitcrusher's written reviews are positive against 67% of Black Distortion's.
Resampler Bitcrusher ships an update every 4 months, Black Distortion every 61 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Resampler Bitcrusher | Black Distortion |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.9 (23 ratings) | 5.0 (24 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 23 | 24 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 61 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Blamsoft, Inc. | Nembrini Audio |
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In-app purchases
Resampler Bitcrusher
No in-app purchases
Black Distortion
No in-app purchases
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