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Utility

PanMan

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PanMan is a rhythmic auto-panning utility plugin that transforms simple left-right panning into a creative effect with classic hardware character and modern tools. It combines features inspired by vintage auto-panners like the Spanner and PanScan with advanced rhythmic controls, dynamic triggering, and analog saturation modes, allowing you to create everything from subtle wobbles to complex synchronized pan patterns.

Key Features

016 different panning modes including LFO, step, and random
02Trigger divider feature from vintage PanScan hardware for stepped pan scanning
03Step mode for beat-synced position changes and Shape mode with custom waveform drawing
04Threshold control to respond to incoming audio dynamics for speed, offset, and width modulation
057 analog emulation algorithms for saturation and vintage tone
06Frequency filtering on trigger input for low or high frequency response
07Full tempo sync to host for rhythmically locked effects
$99
MSRP · from Soundtoys
Formats
VSTVST3AUAAX

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