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Distortion

Scream 4

Reason Studios

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Scream 4 is a versatile stereo distortion and sound destruction device from Reason Studios, capable of warping any sound beyond recognition while also producing subtle musical effects. It features ten distortion and sound-mangling algorithms that can be combined with a three-band EQ and a resonant Body section with envelope follower for dynamic control. This effect is most often used as an insert effect on drums, vocals, synths, and full mixes.

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Key Features

01Ten distortion algorithms: Overdrive, Distortion, Fuzz, Tube, Tape, Feedback, Modulate, Warp, Digital, and Scream
02Three-band EQ (Cut section) with up to 18dB boost/cut in low, mid, and high frequencies
03Body section with 5 resonant enclosure types (A-E) and envelope follower for dynamic wah effects
04P1/P2 parameter controls vary by algorithm for tone shaping and modulation
05CV inputs for Damage Control, P1, P2, and Scale parameters plus Auto CV output from envelope follower
06Programmable effect presets in .SM4 patch format
07Stereo in/out processing with independent on/off switching for Damage, Cut, and Body sections

Things to Try

  • 01For warmth on a full mix, use the Tape algorithm with low Damage Control setting, P1 (Speed) and P2 (Compression) at 12 o'clock, then adjust for brightness and compression as needed
  • 02Create a heavy drum sound by connecting Scream 4 as an insert to Redrum and trying the Tube, Tape, or Distortion algorithms for classic distorted drums
  • 03Generate auto-wah effects by selecting Body Type B, raising the Reso and Scale settings, and modulating the Scale parameter with an LFO via CV input
  • 04Emulate vintage digital gear by setting Damage Type to Digital, turning P1 and P2 fully right, then lowering P1 (bit depth) and P2 (sample rate) to taste
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