| Plugin | Best For | Key Feature | Price (Approx.) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Guitarists wanting a quick, free option. | Single-knob UI for simplicity. | Free | | Decapitator | Analog-style saturation and quick tonal shaping. | 5 distinct analog models (e.g., "E" for EMI). | ~$199 | | Trash 2 | Complex, multiband destruction and sound design. | 60+ distortion algorithms, convolution. | Discontinued (see iZotope) | | Rift | Experimental, modulated textures and bass music. | Morphing filter, deep modulation engine. | ~$79 | | Thermal | Performative distortion with multi-stage processing. | XY macro pad to morph between parameters. | ~$99 |
Trash (and its predecessor Trash 2) is the ultimate sound design distortion tool. It features a dual distortion engine, multi-band capabilities, and an advanced convolution module that lets you pass audio through objects like trash cans, old radios, or speaker cabinets. dstortion vst