Saturn88R by DiBiQuadro – Three-Channel Amp Sim Plugin [VST3/AU/AAX]

For Windows and macOs (Intel/Apple Silicon Native) [VST3/AU/AAX]

Introductory price is 71.40€ (~40%OFF)

Regular price is 119€

All links at: DiBiQuadroAudio

Saturn88R (Full/Trial)

Saturn88R captures the unmistakable tone, touch, and power of one of the most legendary rack preamps in rock and metal history. This three-channel powerhouse is built for players who demand pristine cleans, crushing rhythm tones, and searing leads, all within a single, meticulously engineered unit.

Clean Channel – Sparkling Precision

Pure, glassy cleans with remarkable headroom and a percussive attack that lets every note shine. Whether you’re dialing in lush, ambient textures or tight, funky grooves, this channel delivers a crisp, full-bodied response that never gets lost in the mix.

Crunch Channel – Thick and Articulate

A beautifully voiced, mid-forward overdrive with tight lows and rich, harmonically complex mids. Perfect for everything from classic rock crunch to biting blues leads, this channel brings the organic feel and dynamic punch that defines iconic rock tones.

Lead Channel – High-Gain Glory

Blistering saturation with rich harmonic overtones, fluid sustain, and a fierce, cutting edge that commands attention. This channel is voiced to deliver solos that slice through the mix with precision and authority, yet remain touch-sensitive and articulate.

Each channel has been tuned with an ear for authenticity, offering a vast tonal palette that covers everything from the warm, shimmering cleans of vintage tube circuits to the aggressive, high-gain fury that defined an era of rock and metal. With its flexible EQ and nuanced gain structure, the Saturn88R gives you the power to shape your sound with absolute control.

This isn’t just a preamp – it’s the core of your tone, designed for those who refuse to compromise.

Non-Plus-Ultra Preamp

Non-Plus-Ultra Preamp represents the perfect approach to circuit modeling. Saturn88R preamp features a built-from-scratch 64-bit engine which is based on general purpose hi-quality algorithms and the most recent non-linear models. Particular attention has been put on the definition of the Non-Linear Solver to get the maximum quality and realism, without losing details in favor of performances (Double-Precision Non-Linear Computing).

Our non-plus-ultra reproductions bring a completely new philosophy to the table: being able to shape your tone by giving total access to the circuit components. Managing each gain stage level, shaping the tone-stacks or modifying the tubes characteristics: there is virtually no limit to what you can achieve with our plugins!

Pwr/Cabs: Non-Linear Convolution

As DiBiQuadro we implemented our own version of Non-Linear Convolution (NLC) to reproduce all the final stages of a miked amplifier. We use to call Pwr/Cab a chain made of:a tube power amp
a cabinet/speaker
a microphone
and a high-end studio preamp

This chain is sampled as a unique block to preserve the correct interaction between the specific power amp and the speakers. Our 64-bit (double precision) NLC engine allows up to 40 kernels (harmonics). In addition, a complete set of parameters allows the full control over the power amp headroom, the type of clipping and the interaction of the negative feedback with the Presence knobs.



The proprietary solutions just described are grouped under a common acronym: DNC+ (Double-Precision Non-Linear Computing and Convolution).

Saturn88R is delivered with 25 Pwr/Cabs. Two cabinets are available: a slanted 60A loaded with T75 and V30 speakers and a straight 60B loaded with M25s and H30s.

Shaper

The input signal can be processed by activating a shaper before the preamp. This block allows to select one of the following:Low Cut
Mid Boost
Graphic Equalizer
Parametric Equalizer
Compressor

Wah

All DiBiQuadro amp simulations come with a beautifully sounding Wah which is fully tweakable at component level. The Frequency parameter can be controlled via automation in your DAW.

Automations

Every knob, button and state of the Preamp and PwrCab sections can be automated in your DAW. This provides a new level of integration of DiBiQuadro plugins with the time-based events of your project.

The Renderer

The Renderer is a stand-alone application to process an input wave file in OffLine mode. It can be invoked via command line too. Its purpose is to render long and processing demanding configurations (e.g. high upsampling).

How to install (TRIAL or FULL)

Just checkout your product on DiBiQuadro website and use Center.

No iLok required!