Aurora DSP releases Nosferatu - Free High-Gain Preamp from Beyond the Grave (VST3, AU & AAX)

Aurora DSP has released Nosferatu, a free plugin with dual-mode distortion, tube power amp with presence and resonance, cab sim with twin voicings, and the built-in GateMate noise gate. Plus tuner, metronome, recorder, transpose, and presets — all packed into one coffin-shaped plugin. Enter the crypt of tone. Nosferatu is a special Halloween edition preamp plugin — a boutique-inspired distortion beast that brings the undead spirit of tube saturation to your DAW. Section Overview Stomp: It starts with a dual-mode preamp: Main Drive — thick, aggressive distortion with classic high-gain character. Boost Mode — adds extra bite and voltage for when the night demands blood. Power Amp: The tube power amp section gives life to your tone, complete with Presence and Resonance controls that let you shape your attack like a sharpened stake. Cab: Paired with a cab simulation featuring two distinct voicings, Nosferatu covers everything from tight modern metal to doomy, decaying sludge. Additional Tools Tuner: Tuner, Recorder, and Metronome – stay in tune and in time, no matter how chaotic the ritual. Transpose: Transpose Control – drop your tuning without touching a single tuner. Studio Environment: The sonic ambiance of a recording studio with Studio Environment Listening option. Presets: Preset System – summon your favorite tones instantly. Build-in Gate: GateMate Noise Gate – keeps your signal clean, even when the undead hiss. MIDI: Complete MIDI compatibility, enabling seamless integration with a wide range of MIDI devices. Pricing & Availability Nosferatu is free and is available for macOS and Windows in standalone and VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats. Read More