Essential Information About Polyverse Manipulator Software
- Granular vocal processor to deeply transform timbre and pitch, from subtle to radical, in real time.
- 10 combinable effects including pitch shifter, formant shifter, harmonics, smear, alternator, and pseudo-stereo for unique textures.
- Real-time MIDI control with up to 4 polyphonic voices to create melodies and harmonies from a monophonic source.
- Designed with Infected Mushroom, the "vocoder on steroids" ideal for EDM, pop, hip-hop, sound design, and live performance.
What Polyverse Manipulator Is Used For
Manipulator is a creative vocal plugin designed to sculpt the personality of a voice and other monophonic sources. It allows harmonizing, correcting, or rewriting melodic lines, thickening takes, muting timbre via formant shifting, and exploring granular grains and textures for futuristic effects. Perfect for electronic production, modern pop, cinematic atmospheres, and live performances.
Main Features
Expressive Granular Engine
At the heart of Manipulator, granular algorithms reshape the sound material. The processing remains musical, capable of preserving vocal intelligibility or transforming it into a hybrid instrument, with precise control over grain and density.
MIDI Control and Harmonization
The MIDI input allows playing pitch live and rewriting a recorded melody without returning to the studio. Up to 4 polyphonic voices generate coherent harmonies, ready to be integrated into the mix.
Timbre and Formant Sculpting
Formant shifting, harmonic shifting, and pseudo-stereo mode shape the sound color, from subtle correction to extreme morphing, while preserving the original dynamics.
Real-Time Creation and Performance
Designed for modern workflow, Manipulator responds instantly to automations and controllers. It excels on vocals but also on leads, monophonic basses, and rhythmic elements for extension, smear, or granular alternation effects.
Technical Specifications
System Requirements
- Mac: macOS 10.9 or higher, 64-bit.
- Windows: 64-bit Windows.
Supported Formats
- macOS: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX.
- Windows: VST2, VST3, AAX.
Features
- Granular vocal processor with 10 effects: pitch shifter, formant shifter, harmonics shifter, sound smear, granular alternator, pseudo-stereo, and more.
- Real-time MIDI input for pitch control and melody rewriting.
- Harmonization up to 4 polyphonic voices.
- Extended modulation and automation via the digital audio workstation.
- Real-time processing suitable for live and studio use.
- Compatible with monophonic and rhythmic sources.
Included Content
- Polyverse Manipulator plugin in 64-bit format.
- Downloadable installer and help resources.