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Efektor Blues River and Blues Barker Now Available

Bandung, Indonesia – May 23, 2025 — Available individually or together as the Efektor Blues Brother Bundle, these two plugins bring classic analog overdrive tones into the…

NAM Loader is Here: A Deep Learning-Powered Module for Amplifikation 360 (Free for A360 Bundle Owners)

We’re proud to introduce NAM Loader — a groundbreaking new module for Amplifikation 360, powered by the Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) project. And the best…

[Ended] 50% Anniversary Sale Continues! Big bundles join the celebration.

Halfway through our Anniversary Sale, we’re adding even more value for music makers. Joining the Anniversary Sale, here come the big bundles – also at 50% OFF!…

[Ended] Kuassa Anniversary Sale – Amplifikation 360 Bundle at 50% Off!

The Ultimate Guitar Rig – Now at an Unbeatable Price! Celebrate Kuassa’s anniversary with an exclusive 50% discount on the Amplifikation 360 Bundle – the most powerful and complete…

NEW UPDATES FOR ARKHIVE, VVV AND RECTIFOR

Kuassa Releases Updates for Amplifikation Arkhive (1.0.1), VVV (1.0.3) and Rectifor (1.0.5) Bandung, Indonesia – Kuassa has announced updates for their latest 3rd Generation Amplifikation series, addressing…

New Amp Release – Kuassa Amplifikation Arkhive

A pivotal guitar amplifier plugin featuring three unique amp types, each with three distinct channels and dedicated “mod” voicing, making it a highly versatile all-in-one…

[ENDED] Kuassa Amp Week – 1-16 February 2025 Authentic Distortion, Human-Made Since 2009

For over 15 years, Kuassa has focused on perfecting the sound of real tube amplifiers in the digital domain. Our Amplifikation series is built with…

The All New Kuassa BasiQ2 Equalizer is here! It’s effortless, it’s FREE!

  Meet Kuassa BasiQ2: Your Free Tone-Shaping Companion Introducing BasiQ2, the latest iteration of our beloved 3-band Baxandall equalizer heard in countless recordings. Redesigned from the…

Announcement: Efektor Whammo Just Got Even Better!

As our way of saying thanks, we’re excited to share a special gift with you—a free update for one of our best-selling plugins, Efektor Whammo, the…

Efektor PAten Graphic Equalizer Now Available at RE Version on Reason Studios

Unmatched Precision. Effortlessly. Precision 10-band graphic equalizer with parallel architecture, providing transparent and isolated adjustments for each frequency band. Kuassa Efektor PATEN is a powerful 10-band…

[ENDED] Holiday Sale! Black Friday Pricing continues.

Holiday Sale! Black Friday Pricing continues. Missed Black Friday? No worries! Enjoy Black Friday Pricing All December Long at Up to 72% Off!  🎸 Top Deals…

Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1 Update

Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1 Update – We’ve Heard You! We’ve released Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1, addressing the popping sound issue reported on some systems. Your feedback made this…

New Release: Efektor Filtrator Modulated Filter – Intro Price Only $9! Dive into the warm, gooey modulation of Efektor Filtrator.

We’re sneaking this one into the middle of our Black Friday Sale: Efektor Filtrator Modulated Filter! Filtrator blends rhythmic filter modulation with gritty distortion, creating…

New Efektor PATEN 10-Band Protean Algorithmic Graphic Equalizer Available now at Intro Price!

Introducing Efektor PATEN 10-Band Graphic Equalizer, Built with parallel architecture and powered by our proprietary Protean Algorithm, Efektor PATEN delivers unmatched precision and effortless control over your sound. Available now as a VST/VST3/Audio Unit/AAX Plugin and…

The Essential Guitar Effects Rig for Reggae

The sound of Reggae, Dub, and Ska has evolved over the decades, shaped not only by rhythm and melody but also by the creative use…

New Downloads: Jah Vibes Bundle A360 Presets and Reason Studio Combinators Pack

As included in “Jah Vibes Bundle,” these A360 presets and Reason Combinators, crafted by our product specialist Dimitar Nalbantov showcasing the full potential of the…

Exploring the Roots: The Sound of Indonesian Reggae

This article explores the cultural connections between Jamaica and Indonesia, the rise of reggae in Indonesia, and how Kuassa’s Jah Vibes Bundle provides tools for…

Kuassa Announces the Release of the Jah Vibes Bundle: Reggae Essentials with New Presets

August 21, 2024 – Kuassa, a renowned developer of audio plugins, has announced the release of the Jah Vibes Bundle, a comprehensive collection designed specifically…

New Release. Efektor Echolyte Analog Delay is Now Available.

Introducing Kuassa Efektor Echolyte, a 3-in-1 analog-inspired bucket brigade delay Plugin Adding more into the Efektor series, Kuassa brings you Efektor Echolyte, an echo/delay plugin…

Introducing 3-in-1 iconic British overdrive: Drive, Gvnr, and Shred.

  Kuassa Efektor Grandmaster is a comprehensive plugin crafted with high precision to capture the iconic tones of three legendary Marshall* distortion pedals: the Guv'nor,…

Why There’s so many fuzz? Our Top 10 of Big Muff Variants.

  This comprehensive exploration delves into the rich tapestry of the top 10 Big Muff variants. Beginning with the iconic Triangle Pi Reference Board, the…

Efektor Modulation Too Bundle Re is here!

Attention Reason Studio Users! Efektor Modulation Too Bundle RE is here! Dive into the second wave of Efektor Modulation plugins in Rack Extension format. Get…

Introducing Efektor Moon Muffin: Your 10-in-1 Fuzz Arsenal Awaits

We're thrilled to announce the release of Kuassa Efektor Moon Muffin - Big Sustainer Fuzz, a groundbreaking addition to our acclaimed Efektor guitar effects software…

The Power of Fuzz with Efektor Moon Muffin – Coming Soon!

Ready to take your fuzz game to the next level? We’ve got something special brewing for you. Introducing Efektor Moon Muffin – your ultimate fuzz…

Introducing New Fuzz Efektor: Your 10-in-1 Fuzz Arsenal Awaits.

Teaser Alert!  Get ready to dive into a universe of iconic fuzz tones!  This weekend, Kuassa is unveiling a new Fuzz guitar effect plugin –…

Pop-Vibes of “Neon Arp” Preset from Synth Essential Bundle

In the realm of electronic music production, few genres evoke the nostalgic allure of the past quite like synthwave and hyperpop. With the "Neon Arp"…

Embrace Ghibli’s Lo-fi Nostalgia with “No Face” Preset from Synth Essential Bundle

  Are you a fan of Studio Ghibli movies, captivated by their enchanting music and evocative soundscapes? Do you find yourself drawn to the nostalgic…

Kurt Cobain – Nirvana – “smells like teen spirit” Distorted Tones with Plugins

In the annals of rock history, few bands have left as indelible a mark as Nirvana, led by the iconic Kurt Cobain. One of the…

10 Reasons Why You Should Grab the Synth Essential Bundle Now

  Are your synth sounds sounding a bit lackluster and flat? Are you tired of endlessly searching for the "best synth of the year"? The…

9 Essential Effects for Synth Players and Electronic Music Producers (with Tricks!)

For synth players and electronic music producers, the choice of effects can define your signature sound. In this guide, we'll delve into the intricacies of…

Synth Essential Bundle Companion A360 Preset Pack #2 by Dimi Nalbantov

Amplifikation 360 Preset Pack #2 - As shown in the "Synth Essential Bundle" Videos Demos! 24 Presets by our Product Specialist; Dimitar Nalbantov  Consider this Preset…

A360 Synth Essential Bundle Companion Preset Pack #1 by Rathomi

By Popular Request, We Just Released 14 Synth Essential Bundle A360 Presets! Dive into a sonic adventure with our Synth Companion Preset Pack as heard…

New Release: Synth Essential Bundle at Introductory Prices

Kuassa is announcing the release of the Synth Essential Bundle. This curated collection is designed for synthesizer players, sound designers, and electronic music producers, offering a convergence…

Four new modulation guitar effect emulations at intro price

 Kuassa announces the release of the second installment of their Efektor Modulation plugins, designed to offer musicians and producers an authentic modeling based on…

Kuassa Podcast: A Deep Dive with Heals’ Producer, Alyuadi | The Future Sound of Music

Dive into the next evolution of shoegaze with Heals' enigmatic producer, Alyuadi, in this exclusive podcast. Unveil the inner workings of the upcoming album, exploring…

Sonic Alchemy: Crafting Shoegaze with Kuassa Amplifikation 360 – Etza Meisyara’s Pro Tips

Etza Meisyara, 'Rhythm of Tragedy', 2020, live performance on the occasion of 'Locus Pocus', Basment 90's Kitchen Bar, Bandung, Indonesia. Image courtesy of Convert Textured.…

Crafting Ethereal Guitar Tones: A Shoegaze Music Journey with Alyuadi Heals

Ask the Producer. Bilingual Edition. Bahasa Indonesia di bawah. (15th September 2023) We had the opportunity to speak with Alyuadi, the prominent vocalist and guitarist…

Announcement For Kuassa Shoegaze Essentials Bundle Owners

Welcome to the ethereal world of Kuassa's Shoegaze Essential Bundle, where dreamy soundscapes and atmospheric compositions come to life. In this carefully curated bundle, you'll…

Beatles’ ‘Paperback Writer’ Guitar Tone Recreation with Kuassa’s Lancaster

Beatles Paperback Writer guitar tone The legendary Liverpool guitar tone shines through with Kuassa's Lancaster on Beatle's 'Paperback Writer". In this article, we want to…

Shoegaze A Guitar Wall Of Sound (New A360 Presets)

Shoegaze: A dreamy, guitar wall of sound. In the late1980s in the United Kingdom, somehow inevitably or as a result of the evolution of musical…

New Shoegaze Essentials Presets for A360 and Reason Studios

🎸 Calling all Amplifikation 360 and Reason Studio users! We're excited to announce the release of 19 brand-new A360 presets & Reason Combinators for the…

Introducing the Kuassa Shoegaze Essentials Bundle: Your Sonic Palette for Shoegaze Music

Discover the Bundle, at limited-time intro price: $99 (Total value $224 when purchased individually) Limited-time Intro price valid only during this September 2023. Shoegaze, a…

Enhance Your Mix with EVE-MP5

March Madness: "50% Next Purchase" Ends in:   The Pultec EQ is a tool that can be called timeless without any doubt. It has graced…

The chronicles of Estuari’s journey in musicalizing poetry (Bilingual)

In the captivating realm of Indonesian indie music, the ethereal sounds of Estuari reverberate as a transcendent fusion of experimental-folk melodies and poignant verses. With…

Whammo Updated to Ver. 1.0.4 and Amplifikation 360 Updated to Ver. 1.2.1

Introducing the All-New Efektor Whammo Update Ver. 1.0.4 and Amplifikation 360 Ver.1.2.1. Unveiling New Features and Enhanced Performance. At Kuassa, we constantly strive to enhance…

Unveiling Steve Vai’s “The Animal” using Amplifikation 360

Steve Vai - The Animal In the year 1990, Steve Vai introduced the world to his extraordinary solo album titled "Passion and Warfare." This album…

Harmonizing Guitar Solos Using Efektor Meloditron

To be able to play guitar solos is quite a challenge for the musicians, especially because the performance is closely related to expressing feelings that…

Pitch & Harmonizing Pedal Buying Guide: Meloditron vs Harmonitron vs Whammo

When it comes to guitar effects, the world of pitch and harmony modulation has opened up new avenues for unorthodox guitarists and those with experimental…

Efektor Meloditron – Available Now. Discover the Future of Harmonization

    Discover the Future of Harmonization! Efektor Meloditron is here, and it's ready to revolutionize your guitar playing! This advanced harmonizer plugin instantly generates…

[ENDED] Kuassa Summer Sale 2023

Plug into the Hottest Kuassa Summer Sale: Maximize savings for new tracks this Summer! Ready to turn up the heat and make some serious savings?…

Exploring the Evolution of Guitar Pitch Shifters: 5 Creative Ways to Enhance Your Music and Guitar Tone

  When it comes to completely new sounds in music, one effect stands out very brightly in the music world and at the same time…

[ENDED] Warm Up Summer Sale 2023

Coming Next Week From July 16 to July 30, 2023, Here's for the Warm Up: EVE-MP5 50% Off EVE-MP5 is a reproduction of two of…

How to Build Your Own Guitar Effects Pedals on a Budget: DIY & Software

  Are you a guitarist on a budget, searching for ways to expand your sonic possibilities without breaking the bank? Look no further! In this…

Efektor Gainia Series and Pillar Power Amp now available as Rack Extension

Kuassa, a renowned developer of high-quality guitar amp simulations and effects, has announced the release of their highly anticipated Efektor Gainia HB, TD, and XT…

Recreating Joe Satriani’s “Flying in a Blue Dream” Guitar Tone with Amplifikation 360 and Efektor Gainia TD

Joe Satriani is a highly respected and influential guitar player known for his virtuosic playing style and innovative approach to rock music. Born on July…

Meet Kuassa Resellers: The online destination to purchase audio plugins.

Did you know that our products are also available through our trusted resellers? These specialized stores primarily offer a wide range of digital tools, including…

Insta-tracks #2: Rockin’ Efektor Harmonitron with Mecko Kaunang

Indonesian guitarist Mecko Kaunang, renowned for his heavy riffs and virtuosic melodies, has captivated audiences with his harmonizer prowess. In this edition of Insta-tracks, we explore…

Tube Driver: The Story of an Overdrive Holy Grail

Over the years one legendary overdrive pedal has gained wide popularity and usage among many famous guitar players such as David Gilmour, Eric Johnson, Joe…

Guide to Power Amp: Everything You Need to Know

Discover the versatility and portability of power amps for your guitar rig, available in various form factors, from desktop units to pedal effects. In this…

The Secrets of Guitar Pedal Preamps: Why Every Guitarist Should Have One

Discover the world of guitar preamps and their significance in shaping your tone. From understanding the difference between preamp and boost pedals to exploring the…

[ENDED] Unlock the Power with 32% Off – Complete My A360 Bundle!

Double Deal! Limited-time offer for valued Kuassa members! Get an additional 32% OFF on our "Complete My A360 Bundle" through the Kuassa Member Area. This…

Unveiling the Pedal Preamp Legends in the Digital Realm: Kuassa’s Efektor Gainia Series and the Free Pillar Power Amp

Introducing Efektor Gainia HB, TD, and XT - the next generation of digital preamp pedals. Unlock the legendary tones of three iconic classics with Kuassa’s…

Ignite the Warmth, Saturate Your Senses: Unveiling Soon!

Ignite the Warmth, Saturate Your Senses: Unveiling Soon! Introducing Efektor Gainia TD, HB, and XT - the next generation of digital preamp pedals. Unlock the…

Insta-Tracks #1: Unveiling Coolest Soundscapes with Kuassa on Instagram

Welcome to a musical expedition filled with the finest tracks showcasing the versatility and power of Kuassa plugins. We’ve scoured Instagram to bring you a…

The Best Bass VST Plugins of 2023: The Ultimate Plugin Guide for Bass Players

Basses are lower-frequency instruments that can significantly impact your tracks. As the core and groove of a song, having reliable bass-specific plugins can help you…

“Still Waiting” – Sum 41. A Guitar Tone Tribute Using Guitar Amp Simulators

To recreate the guitar tone of "Still Waiting" by Sum 41 using amp simulators, we can start by analyzing the recorded sound of the guitar…

The Pros and Cons of Guitar Effects Software vs. Hardware Pedals

Guitar effects software and VST plugins have brought about a remarkable transformation in the music instruments industry, empowering new-gen musicians and bedroom artists. The accessibility,…

Top 16 Best Free VST Plugins in 2023

There are so many free VSTs out there, we only picked the best and indispensable ones for 2023. These plugins range from graphic equalizers to…

Kuassa Equalizers Buying Guide: Choosing the Best NEVE and Pultec Style VST Plugins for Mixing Guitar

Kuassa Equalizers - The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best NEVE and Pultec-Style EQ Plugins for Guitar Mixing. Are you a music producer or audio…

Battle of the Best: Comparing the All Time Classics – Caliburn, Clarent, and Rectifor – Guitar Amp Sim Buyer’s Guide

With the following three Amplifikation Series amplifiers, we will travel from the three Marshall* amps, which established the foundations for all modern amplifiers, from the…

Amplifikation 360, Efektor Whammo Pitch Shifter & Efektor Harmonitron Harmonizer Update

New Updates for Amplifikation 360 (Ver. 1.1.8), Efektor Harmonitron (Ver. 1.0.2), and Efektor Whammo (Ver. 1.0.3) Amplifikation 360 updated toversion 1.1.8. Changes: Fixed bug with Harmonitron…

Buying Guide for Kuassa Combo Amp Sims: Amplifikation Vermilion, Matchlock, and Lancaster

This article explores the different features and benefits of Kuassa's combo amp sims, specifically Amplifikation Vermilion, Amplifikation Matchlock, and Amplifikation Lancaster. Each amp sim is…

[ENDED] Kuassa’s 13th Anniversary Sale: The Timeless Lucky 13

Lucky you! Celebrate Kuassa's 13th Anniversary Sale with unbeatable deals on our effect plug-ins. Enjoy up to 50% off all Amps and Studio FXs, plus…

Is Amplifikation VVV the Right Amp Simulator For You? A Buyer’s Guide

Amplifikation VVV have some unique sound and characteristics different with other Modern/High-Gain Amps on Kuassa’s line-up like Amplifikation Clarent, Amplifikation Creme, or Amplifikation Rectifor. So,…

The Pros and Cons of Subscription-Based Licensing Models for VST Plug-ins

Does customers having this fatigue now? Over the years, there has been a shift in how digital products are licensed, with many companies now offering…

Three new Efektor Bass Distortion Pedals. Is now available on Rack Extension Version.

Three new Efektor Bass Distortion Pedals. Is now available on Rack Extension Version. For a limited time, get the Bass Cruncher Preamp RE, Bass Smasher…

Unleashing the Bass: The Power and History of Distortion Pedals

Bass effect pedals are critical for the tone that gives power, build a solid foundation for a track’s groove, and to a bigger extent; great…

New Updates for Rectifor (v1.0.4), VVV (v1.0.2), Whammo (v1.0.2), Harmonitron (v1.0.1), Efektor Bass Distortion Bundle (v1.0.1)

Kuassa has released new updates for six seven of its newest plugins, including Amplifikation Rectifor(v1.0.4), Amplifikation VVV(v1.0.2), Efektor Whammo(v1.0.2), Efektor Harmonitron(v1.0.1), Efektor Bass Cruncher(v1.0.1), Efektor Bass Driver(v1.0.1) and Efektor Bass Smasher(v1.0.1).…

[Intro Ended] Efektor Harmonitron Is Available on Rack Extension Version at Intro Price $25

Efektor Harmonitron Harmonizer Quad Harmonizer FX Poly Pitchy Harmony The ultimate pitch shifting and harmonizing tool for sound designers and music producers. Unleash the power…

[Intro Ended] Kuassa Unveils Three New Efektor Bass Distortion Pedals at $9 Intro Price

Bass effect pedals are critical for the tone that gives power, build a solid foundation for a track's groove, and to a bigger extent; great…

Discover the Benefits of Amp Simulators

Amp simulators are a modern-day solution for creating realistic and authentic guitar tones. In this article, we explore the benefits of using amp simulators instead…

Unleashing the Power of AI for Indie/Solo Guitarist

Unleashing the Power of AI for Indie Musician/Solo Guitarist: A Comprehensive Review of AI Tools for Graphic and Visualization Artificial Intelligence is transforming the music…

[ENDED] Valentine’s Day Promo

Hurry Up!   Valentine's Day Promotion: Get $16 Off Your Purchase this February 2023. Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and it's time to…

HOW TO NOT GIVE UP ON YOUR MALFUNCTIONING STUDIO GEAR (Some DIY Tips)

Studio Gear can malfunction or stop working at any time. However, instead of immediately giving up, it is important to approach the problem with a…

Efektor Harmonitron Quad Pitch-Shifter/Harmonizer

Kuassa, the leading provider of professional audio software, is proud to announce the release of Efektor Harmonitron - the ultimate pitch shifting and harmonizing tool…

[Teaser] A new Efektor plugin with Quadruple Poly of Harmonic Pitch.

Launching this January: A new Efektor plugin with Quadruple Poly of Harmonic Pitch.  Don't miss out! Pitch manipulation is a powerful tool for sound design…

[ENDED] Buy Any Plugins, 50% Off Your Next Purchase

BUY ANY PLUGINS, 50% OFF YOUR NEXT PURCHASE. Thank you for purchasing Kuassa. A 50% coupon code will be e-mailed to you for any purchases…

How to Sound Like Gojira with Efektor Whammo

Get ready to experience the ultimate guitar tone that will blow your mind! Join us today as we delve into the world of Gojira, one…

Curated Team Playlist: Local Pride.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

5 reasons to upgrade your Kuassa Amp/FX plug-ins to Amplifikation 360 Bundle

Amplifikation 360 Bundle. The culmination of 12 years of plugin development focusing for the best guitar tone! Schematic by schematic meticulously modeled, packed into plugins,…

Matt Bellamy (Muse) guitar tone:  “Fury” with Efektor Whammo

Matthew James Bellamy (born 9 June 1978) from Muse, who has shown us that alternative rock wouldn't have been as we know it today, if…

The Red Pitch Shifter that changed Guitar Players’ way of expression.

After long research, careful analysis, many software prototypes, many countless hours of work, sleepless nights, we are proud to present our newest addition to our…

Update for Amplifikation 360 v1.1.5, Amplifikation Rectifor v.1.0.3, Amplifikation VVV v.1.0.1 & Efektor Whammo 1.0.1

Amplifikation 360 Updated to Ver. 1.1.5, Amplifikation Rectifor Updated to Ver. 1.0.3, Amplifikation VVV Updated to Ver. 1.0.1 Changes: Amplifikation VVV v.1.0.1 & Rectifor v.1.0.3…

[Ended] Kuassa Holiday Sale is On: Plugins and Rack Extensions

Better plugins - better holidays - better music. Kuassa has announced the launch of a Holiday Sale, offering discounts of up to 63% off on…

Vote for Amplifikation VVV as Best Distortion/Saturation Plugin 2022 – Plugin Boutique Award

We’re excited to announce that Kuassa Amplifikation VVV has been nominated for the best saturation / distortion plugin of 2022 in this year's Plugin Boutique Awards. Help us win by…

Announcing New Efektor Whammo Pitch Shifter Plug-in at Intro Price

High precision, pitch shifter/bender effect. A pitch sweeping effect unit that revolutionized music. Dive bomb from rumbling lows to squealing highs. Controllable via MIDI. A…

Ready, Shift, Go!

Ready, Shift, Go! Will reveal on Black Friday: 18-11-2022. Mark your date, and leave a comment! Kuassa has released a video teaser for a new…

Adam Jones Guitar Tone with Rectifor: Tool – “Sober”

Today’s article is about a  music creator who doesn’t know what a limit is in the art. The band “Tool” is that emotion in the…

Recreating Machine Head’s “Davidian” with Amplifikation VVV

Back when the internet wasn’t really a thing, where streaming and downloading music didn’t even exist, somewhere in Oakland, California, a man known as Robb…

Efektor WF3607 Wah Filter Update Ver. 1.1.0 For RE, Update Ver 1.1.3 for 360 & VST Update Ver. 1.2.1

Efektor WF3607 Wah Filter Update: Another bug are squashed, we just release a new fix for envelope parameter setting in Efektor WF3607. Updates are available…

Curated Staff Playlist: Adhit’s Noise Inside My Head

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Recreating In Flames’ Sound with Amplifikation VVV ”Only For the Weak”

  Sometimes, it’s surprising when you like one style of music, and then you hear a song on the radio or somewhere else that really…

The EVH Sound with Amplifikation VVV

“Hot For Teacher” When you listen to certain music, you notice that it is timeless, as if separate from everything, and that it is always…

[Intro Price] Amplifikation VVV is now Available on Rack Extension Version.

Amplifikation VVV Guitar Amp • Rich cleans to Monstrous gain • 3 Model of 5XXX Amps • 3rd gen Tube Simulation technology Inspired by a…

[Info Event] Kuassa Akan Hadir di Hiend Guitar Show 2022.

Akhir pekan ini kami akan hadir di Hiend Guitar Show 2022! Catat tanggalnya akhir pekan ini: Jumat – Minggu, 7 – 9 Oktober 2022. Akan…

Recreating Van Halen’s “You Really Got Me”

  Music knows no limits, to create music means to push these boundaries and move into an unknown world, a world of dreams, hopes and…

Amplifikation 360 Update Version 1.1.2

Amplifikation 360 update to version 1.1.2 Release Note: Clarent Cabinet fixed, Metal Rocker Ribbon 353 now included for registered license Get Amplifikation 360 Ver. 1.1.2…

An ode to a legend: The Van Halen story

There are times in a musician’s life when they think about how a new style of music is born or more precisely how a new,…

[Intro Price Ended] Kuassa announces Amplifikation VVV

[Intro Price Ended] Kuassa has released their new guitar amp simulator inspired by the High Gain Peavey-EVH* Guitar Amp called Amplifikation VVV (Triple-V). It's the…

Curated Staff Playlist: Japanese Pop.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

This is the Signature of a Legend. More info soon

Due to popular demand, We present to you a new Guitar Amp Sim plugin / standalone. It's our take of a signature tone of a…

Curated Staff Playlist: Punk, Melodic & Groovy.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Metallica – “Enter Sandman” guitar tone with Amplifikation Rectifor

Metallica – “Enter Sandman” guitar tone  with Amplifikation Rectifor  Here’s a story about the greatest heavy metal band of all times. From the early formation…

Kuassa End of Summer Sale. 50% Off All Plug-ins. [Ended]

Kuassa’s annual Summer Sale has begun. Get everything for half price during August 13 to September 14, 2022, everything in Kuassa’s website is at 50% off.…

Native Apple M1 Support

We Are Excited to announce that (nearly*) all Kuassa plugins are now run natively on Apple Silicon processors. The native silicon updates for our new…

RAMMSTEIN – Тhe futuristic musical fury

There are some bands in the world that cannot be said to be the creators of a genre of music as a whole, but their…

Curated Staff Playlist: Metal Milia.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Kuassa Updates All Studio FXs with Native Apple Silicon Support

We are excited to announce the release of all Mac Studio FX’s plugin with native Apple silicon support. This update is free for all owners…

Mezink Academy x Kuassa: Guitar Recording 101 Using Guitar Amp Simulators with Avedis Mutter.

Comparison of digital recording technology now and 10 years ago is very different and growing rapidly. Music software developers and especially for guitar amplifier simulation…

John Petrucci – The Mirror Guitar Tone

The seventh track on Dream Theater’s 1994 album Awake. Written by then-drummer Mike Portnoy, “The Mirror” …Resistance Is not as hard as it seems When…

Curated Staff Playlist: Iman’s Comfort Zone.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Kuassa updates all Amplifikations to support Apple Silicon and Amplifikation Rectifor to v1.0.2

We are excited to announce the release of all Mac Amplifikation guitar amp simulator with native Apple silicon support. This update is free for all…

The Mighty Amp That Boogies “Rectifor” – The Metal Plated Legend

In the search for that massive, heavy, and appealing guitar sound, we should go back in time around 53 years ago. Yeah, that long!   …

Amplifikation Rectifor Release V.1.0.1 Update

Amplifikation Rectifor. Immediate update to v.1.0.1, which squashes some bugs that our users have found. Thank you for the feedbacks!  It's also Native Apple Silicon…

Kuassa Release Update All Efektor V.1.2.0

We are excited to announce the release of version 1.2.0 of all Mac Efektor Guitar FXs with native Apple silicon support. This update is free…

Amplifikation 360 Version 1.1.0 Update

The BIG Amplifikation 360 Update is here! Native Apple Silicon Support, many new MIDI features, better LIVE mode implementation, new Amplifikation Rectifor modules, bugfixes, and…

Our Loudest, Heaviest, Fastest, Tightest Amplifikation to date.

Speaking about guitar amplifiers, there is one name that is highly regarded as the staple of high gain tone: Mesa/Boogie*. Historically renowned as the first boutique…

About Fender – the brand that revolutionized the electric guitar instruments industry

Fender — the name that changed our perception about guitars   There is hardly a person in the world who listens to music and in…

Curated Staff Playlist: Feel and Chill.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Simple Band Practice Setup Using Kuassa Amps

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How to Sound Like Foo Fighters with Amplifikation Lancaster

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This year is our 12th year, and we got a new logo!

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Stuff picking by Our Team: Best Speaker for Everyday Use

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Free Amp Sims

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[ENDED] Amplifikation 360 Week Sale 2022: Only $199.

A360 Week Amplifikation 360 Bundle Special. Only $299 $199 for all Amplifikation 360 Compatible plugins: worth $598! Upgrade price from Member Area also have additional discount. Check your price…

The FX500 – Shoegaze machine

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Sound Like Dimebag Darrel

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The Best Budget Headphones & Earphones for Everyday Use

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How to Sound like Slowdive

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[Ended] Studio Week! Up to 63% EQs and Maximizer.

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Top 10 USB Audio Interface Under $300

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Amplifikation 360 Compatible

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Comparing Ceramic & Alnico Guitar Pickup

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Amplifikation 360 Preset Walkthrough with Ginda Bestari

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Interview with Binaural TV: Sound Engineer Collective (Bilingual. ENG/Bahasa Indonesia)

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11 Best (Hardware) Drum Machines for Producing Music in 2022

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What is “Channel Jumping” on Guitar Amplifiers?

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An Invitation for You to Join Us on IMSTA FESTA Germany 2021

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Cerberus Bass Amp (Plug-ins Version) Got a New Update Ver.1.1.1

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[Ended] Kuassa End year Sale! Up to 63% OFF All Plug-ins and Rack Extensions.

Kuassa End Year Sale 2021 Is ON! Plugin and Rack Extension starts from $15 Get Up to 63% of all of Kuassa plug-ins and Rack…

[Ended] It’s Black Friday Sale! Up to 72% Kuassa Plug-ins and Rack Extensions

Kuassa Black Friday Sale 2021 Is ON! Plugin and Rack Extension starts from $9 Best prices guaranteed, Get Up to 72% of all of Kuassa…

Imsta Festa Latino America 2021 on November 20, 2021.

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[Ended] Wah/Filter & Compressor Flash Sale. SAVE 50%!

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[Ended] Distortion Flash Sale. SAVE 50%!

Researched from more than thirty kind of most sought-after dirt effect pedals. We picked the exceptional Overdrive, Distortion, and Fuzz, and narrow them down into…

[Ended] Modulation Flash Sale! 50% Off

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[Ended] REVERB & DELAY Flash Sale! 50% Off

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We will participate at IMSTA FESTA 2021! See you there.

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[Ended] Amplifikation Lancaster Intro Price Extended until September 5th, 2021.

To Celebrate Amplifikation Lancaster RE's release. We extend the plugin version's 50% off intro price until September 5th, 2021. Get it now! >>> Amplifikation Lancaster…

[Intro Price Ended] Amplifikation Lancaster Rack Extension Released!

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Amplifikation 360 Version 1.0.5 Update

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New updates for Creme (Ver. 1.4.0), Vermilion (Ver. 1.2.0) & Cerberus (Ver. 1.1.0) Plugins

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Kuassa Announces New Amplifikation Guitar Amp Sim.

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EVE-AT1 & EVE-AT4 UPDATED TO VER.1.2.0

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Kratos Updated to Ver.2.1.0 & EVE-MP5 Updated to Ver.1.10

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[ENDED] Summer Sale. All Plugins 50% Off! Bundles Get Additional Discount. Ends: Aug 1, 2021

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Amplifikation 360 Update Version 1.0.4 is Now Available ⚡

Update now to the latest version of Amplifikation 360 with the latest bug fixes and improvements. Amplifikation 360 Ver.1.0.4 Release Notes: Logic Pro sync bug…

[Ended] Kuassa May Madness Sale! Up to 40% Off until May 31, 2021

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Kuassa Updates Efektor Graphic EQ, Delay, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, and Tremolo to Ver. 1.1.1

Quick Update from our Efektor Series Efektor DL3606 Delay, CH3604 Chorus, FL3606 Flanger, PH3605 Phaser, and TR3604 Tremolo  Ver. 1.1.1 change:   – Logic Pro…

[ENDED] Kuassa Announces 11th Anniversary Sale. 50% off all Amplifikations and Studio FXs. Up to 40% Off Efektors. And more on Bundles!

` Started: April 2, 2021 Ends: May 2, 2021 Crank it up to 11! We are turning 11 this April. So e present you this year's Kuassa Anniversary Sale,…

Kuassa Updates Amplifikation Caliburn and Matchlock to Version 1.1.0

Kuassa has updated two of their 3rd Generation Amps; Amplifikation Caliburn and Amplifikation Matchlock, to version 1.1.0. Amplifikation Caliburn Ver.1.1.0 Update: Breaking update: onBypass, inputChannel, gateOn, oversampling, ampOn, ampType, ampChannel, stereoCabIrOn, cabOnA, cabTypeA, micTypeA, micPhaseOnA, micAngledOnA, cabOnB, cabTypeB, micTypeB, micPhaseOnB, autoIrResampleOn, outputFilterOn, and limiterOn parameter automation…

[Done] Scheduled Maintenance Completed – Kuassa Member Area

Please be advised that to improve customer experience in our Member Area (https://member.kuassa.com), we will be performing a server migration that will require (max.) 2 days interruption of…

[Ended] Kuassa Efektor Week Sale 40% OFF – All Efektors at $15

Kuassa Efektor Week – 40% Off all Efektors Efektor devices are our culmination of the latest DSP research made after studying an extensive collection of…

Update Alert from: Efektor DL3606 Delay & Efektor RV3604 Reverb to Ver.1.1.0

Efektor DL 3606 Delay & Efektor RV3604 Reverb Updated to Version 1.1.0 Efektor DL3606 Delay Ver.1.1.0 Breaking update: onBypass, delayType, pingpongOn, delaySyncOn, delaySync, stereoModOn, rateSyncOn,…

Update Alert From: Efektor CP3603 Compressor & Efektor WF3607 Wah to Ver.1.1.0

Efektor CP3603 Compressor Ver.1.1.0 – Breaking update: onBypass, compressorType, and linkOn parameter automation behaviors changed, old DAW projects saved from the previous version will have unexpected parameter automation results. However,…

[Ended] Kuassa Amp Week Up to 61% Off all Kuassa Amplifikation Guitar/Bass Amp Plugins.

Kuassa Amp Week Up to 61% Off all Kuassa Amplifikation Guitar/Bass Amp Plugins. Started: February 10, 2021 Ends: February 24, 2021 Some say it’s a Guitar Amp Simulator, others…

Update Alert From Efektor Distortions to Ver. 1.1.0

Kuassa Has Updated Their Efektor Distortion Pedal FXs to Version 1.1.0 Changes as follows: Efektor DS3603 Ver.1.1.0: Breaking update: onBypass, distortionType, and oversampling parameter automation behaviors changed, old DAW…

Update Alert: Efektor Modulations Updated to Version 1.1.0

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Update Announcement for our free Efektor GQ3607 Graphic Equalizer.

Efektor GQ3607 Graphic Equalizer Ver.1.1.0 Changes: - Breaking update(!): onBypass, equalizerType parameter automation behaviors changed, old DAW projects saved from the previous version will have unexpected parameter automation result.…

Amplifikation 360 updated to Ver. 1.0.3

Amplifikation 360 updated to Ver. 1.0.3 with changes as follows. Ver.1.0.3: New Clarent amps and cabinets module added. Caliburn and Matchlock amps clicking sound when changing channels: fixed.…

Amplifikation Clarent is Now Available as Reason Studios’ Rack Extension

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[Ended] Surprise for you. Amplifikation Clarent Joins Amplifikation 360 Bundle for FREE. Or Get It at Holiday Intro Price

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New Product Coming Soon! Joining Kuassa Amplifikation 360 Bundle Family

Kuassa uses a different approach to mix and match the tones from different inspirations for each channel, resulting in six distinct sounds for you to…

Best Guitar Gear According to Juan Prahamma, Kuassa VP of Operations & Product Engineering

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Best Dirt Pedals for Every Budget: Overdrive, Distortion, and Fuzz

The first time I bought an electric guitar, the second item I wanted to buy was a “distortion” pedal. To tell the truth, I didn’t…

Thank You Kuassa & 10th Years Anniversary

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Amplifikation 360 Ver.1.0.2 Update:

BIG UPDATE FOR AMPLIFIKATION 360 USERS! The all-time favorite Free Guitar Amp Simulator is now included as a free module inside Amplifikation 360! Changes in…

macOS Catalina, Logic Pro X, and GarageBand Troubleshooting

Apple macOS Catalina is a big and important release. On this latest release, they ditch 32-bit completely, so it only runs 64-bit apps and plug-ins.…

Using An Equalizer To Recreate A Famous Guitar Tone In Amplifikation 360

Most of the time, shaping guitar tone using the amplifier’s EQ section, which normally placed after the preamp section is enough. But shaping your sound…

Amplifikation 360 Updated to Version 1.0.1

Kuassa just updated their new Amplifikation 360: “Free Modular Playground for Amplifikations and Efektors” both standalone app for Mac/Windows and VST/VST3/Audio Unit/AAX plug-ins to v1.0.1…

Amplifikation 360: Free Modular Playground for Amplifikations & Efektors

A wrapper, integrator, a host, or just let’s say it’s a playground for the guitarist. Mix, integrate, explore, and perform with Kuassa Amplifikations and Efektors…

How To Mix Rhythm Guitars Like The Pros

When it comes to mixing rhythm guitars, especially those with overdrive or distortion using amp simulator plugins, there are some things to consider and problems…

Kuassa Release Efektor RV3604 Reverb

EFEKTOR RV3604 REVERB Intro Price Ended! Probably The most commonly used effect. Somewhat tricky, but the use of reverb could be the boundary between a…

Caliburn and Matchlock Guitar Amp Engine Deconstructed: Sag and Bias

Have you tried Amplifikation Caliburn or Amplifikation Matchlock? Those two have our 3rd gen amp engine inside, guarantees a satisfying and responsive feel for your…

Delay Effect Types Deconstructed: Digital, Analog, Lo-Fi, Tape and Reverse

Kuassa’s Efektor Delay – Efektor DL3606 Delay We at Kuassa are working hard and in today’s fast-moving technology we are proud to produce the best…

Guitar Pedal Effect Deconstructed: A Guide to Delay

Delay Effects is one of the essential and most used guitar pedal effects in music history. Fact! It is used to create soundscapes, to make…

Efektor DL3606 Delay Release

Bandung, October 18th, 2019 – Kuassa Announces Efektor DL3606 Delay at Intro Price. (((ON REPEAT))) Delay. It’s probably one of the most essential effects in…

Efektor Custom Bundle Release

Bandung, October 18th, 2019 – Kuassa Announces Efektor Custom Bundle at Intro Price. Due to high demand, Kuassa announces their Efektor Custom Bundle guitar effects…

New Free Update for WF3607 Wah / Filter Rack Extension

New 1.0.1 update for our best selling guitar effects plugin software: Efektor WF3607 Wah Filter. Designed to mimic the “wa wa” sound from a Wah…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session #07: The Curious Case of Record Producer

Season 02 kick-off: Continuing our regular “Chatterbox Session” onto the next session, we will dig deeper into the specific aspects of music production. The first…

There’s a Bigger Reason for You to Go Rack Extension

Propellerhead Software (Now Reason Studio) just released the new version 11 of their sweet Reason DAW. Offering many new great features and an unexpected twist…

Meet our Resellers: The Best Place to Buy Our Products

Did you know that you can also get our products through our resellers? These are among the best stores that are mainly selling audio plugins,…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session #6: “Digital Presence & Musician” with Kukuh Rizal (Sun-Eater, Iga Massardi & Isha Hening) dan Bisma Karisma (Singer, Songwriter & Producer)

With the massive growth of independent artists, it has become more important than ever for bands and musicians to find ways to promote themselves online.…

Kuassa Releases Rack Extension Version of the Free Efektor GQ3607 Graphic Equalizer

Kuassa has released their free Efektor GQ3607 Graphic Equalizer for Propellerhead Reason’s Rack Extension platform for free, exclusively through the Propellerhead Shop. The Rack Extension…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session S01E03: “The Art of Sampling”

The third event of "Kuassa Chatterbox Session" talkshow about music production and technology. Presenting reputable actors from various field of music, especially those who relate…

Kuassa Release 7-band Graphic Equalizer Pedal Effect Plug-in

Kuassa releases a new Efektor pedal effects plug-in modeled after useful equalization tools for guitarists and bass players throughout decades. Efektor GQ3607 allows you to…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session: “Episode 1 – Genres & Instruments”

Kuassa has just done their first workshop called “Chatterbox”. The session discussed a wide range of topics around electronic music, the scene, on how the…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session: “Gears & Sequencers”

Continuing to the second event of Kuassa’s “Chatterbox” series of talk show and workshop with more in-depth talks on music production technology. We will present…

Kuassa Updates Their Plug-ins and Rack Extensions: Caliburn (v. 1.0.6), Matchlock (v. 1.0.1), Efektor Modulation Bundle RE (v. 1.0.2), Vermilion RE (v. 1.2.3), Creme RE (v. 1.1.2), Cerberus Bass RE (v. 1.1.0)

Updates for the Kuassa VST/VST3/Audio Unit/AAX Plug-ins and Standalone can be downloaded via Kuassa downloads page. While updates for Rack Extension version can be accessed from…

Job Vacancy. We Are Looking for Two C++ Programmers

Est. 2010. Bandung, Indonesia. Kuassa is a team of musicians/engineers developing Pro-Audio software for musicians. Started out as a trusted recording studio in the vast…

A Series of Music Production Technology Talk and Workshop

To kick-off the first series of the first season of Kuassa “Chatterbox” music production workshop, we will present you a broad topic of electronic music,…

KUASSA TALK SHOW EVENT: CHATTERBOX SESSION, EPISODE 1

The talk show started when our CEO, Grahadea, introduced himself and informed a short story about Kuassa to the participants. He also announced that the…

Kuassa Introduces Amplifikation 360 and Amplifikation Matchlock at Musikmesse 2019

Frankfurt, April 3rd, 2019 – Kuassa Introduces the second Amplifikation using the 3rd gen Tube Simulation engine: Amplifikation Matchlock, and virtual pedalboard Amplifikation 360. Along…

A Guide to IDentities at Musikmesse Frankfurt 2019

We are celebrating the uniqueness of Indonesian musical craft at Musikmesse 2019. Indonesia is the land of creative diversity with an ever-growing creative industry. Moreover,…

Meet us at Musikmesse 2019 Frankfurt

MEET US AT FRANKFURT MUSIKMESSE 2019. Hall 3.0 B65 on Tuesday to Friday from April '2nd until April 5th ' 2019. This is the first time…

5 Essential Caliburn Tones For Recording Survivalist

  In this article our Product Specialist Dimi Nalbantov will explain how to maximize the tone output in Amplifikation Caliburn Marshall-style Amp VST for every…

Kuassa Best Of 2018

The year 2018 has ended. It was the year we felt a lot of learning and achievement that was quite satisfying for ourselves as individuals…

Efektor CP3603 Compressor Update 1.0.1 & Efektor DS3603 Distortion, Efektor FZ3603 Fuzz and Efektor OD3603 Overdrive Update 1.0.6

We always work hard to improve, this time we are updating our Efektor products: Efektor CP3603 Compressor: – Load project bug on Cakewalk by Bandlab: fixed.…

Kuassa Classic Tones Collection Ⅱ – Caliburn Edition

Our Product Specialist Dimi Nalbantov just finished his journey in recreating 26 famous guitar tone. He really enjoyed it!  Dimitar Nalbantov Presents: Kuassa Classic Tones…

KUASSA RELEASES Ver. 1.0.5 UPDATE FOR AMPLIFIKATION CALIBURN (ALL FORMATS)

Our hot new product, the Marshall Amp Simulator: Amplifikation Caliburn has taken pleased users in many part of the world. But we still push ourself to…

We glad to announce that Kuassa is one of the participants in Archipelago Festival #2 on October ‘ 11 – 13th 2018

Archipelago Festival is a music conference and emerging talent festival that focuses on three core values: Education, entry point and talent diversity. Our Co-founder /…

Update Your Amplifikation Caliburn RE To Ver 1.0.1 Now

Update: Amplifikation Caliburn RE 1.0.1 We always work hard to improve your user experience using our Rack Extension device.  Check your Propellerhead product page to update…

Kuassa Release Updates For Amplifikation Caliburn Version 1.0.1

Kuassa has updated their newly released Amplifikation Caliburn Guitar Amp Simulator audio plugin to v1.0.1. The updates are for VST/VST3/AU/AAX and Standalone users of Amplifikation Caliburn.…

Kuassa Amplifikation Caliburn: Brand new guitar amplifier simulator based on British legendary amplifiers

“TURN ME UP, ROCK ME AWAY!” Our brand new guitar amp simulator called Amplifikation Caliburn, which we are confident to say that this is our…

Kuassa Release Free Download Efektor Silencer Review by Bedroom Producers Blog

A year has passed since we released the Efektor Distortion audio plugins: a series of effects inspired by a number of guitar distortion, overdrive, and…

Optimize Your Windows PC DAW For Audio Stability

Our Product Specialist Dimi Nalbantov experiencing with Windows operating systems and using a PC’s as a digital audio production environment began around 1995. As you…

Interview with Balum about His Latest Single “Another Next Time”

We had a chat with Adityawarman Balum, acknowledged as the guitarist of Alone At Last, one of the prominent emo/punk band from Bandung, Indonesia. Also…

Kuassa Participate in France’s Midem Festival

We are glad to participate in France’s Midem Festival this year on June 5th – 8th ‘ 2018. We were chosen along with other Indonesian…

Kuassa Attends MIDEM Trade Fair in France

Kuassa is attending MIDEM (Marché International du Disque et de l’Edition Musicale – International Music Industry Trade Fair) at Cannes, France from 5 to 8…

Guitar Tone Match: DOKKEN “The Hunter”

By Dimi Nalbantov on May 27, 2018 First time I heard Lynch’s guitar playing was around 1992-1993. A friend lend me the cassette tape. I…

HOW TO CHOOSE AN AUDIO INTERFACE (PART 3 OF 3)

by. Adhit Android This is the third part of the article, read the first and second part here: (How to Choose an Audio Interface Part…

BEGINNER’S GUIDE: HOW TO CHOOSE AN AUDIO INTERFACE (PART 2 OF 3)

by. Adhit Android This is the second part of the article, read the first part here: https://www.kuassa.com/beginners-guide-how-to-choose-an-audio-interface-part-1-of-3/ Connection Type The connection type relies heavily on…

Beginner’s Guide: How to Choose an Audio Interface (Part 1 of 3)

By. Adhit Android A great number of musicians are working on computer-based recording rigs.  If you ever think of recording your vocals at home, or…

9 Best Today’s Groovebox for making Electronic Music

Edit: Just added one more Groovebox (Korg Electribes) thus making the list to 10 of Best Today’s Grooveboxes for Electronic Music. Initially released as a…

TOP 3 Selling Kuassa Product

At the time of posting this article, Kuassa is turning 8 years old. From our catalog, here are the top three best selling product in…

Interview with Lafa Pratomo on Producing Danilla’s Album Lintasan Waktu

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Danilla – “Lintasan Waktu” Album Review

3 years after “Telisik”, Danilla back with fresh new album called “Lintasan Waktu (2017)“. I first listened to this album when alone at home in…

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Kuassa Releases Efektor WF3607 Wah Wah Effect at Intro Price

Kuassa releases Efektor WF3607 Wah Filter, a new wah-wah effect pedal featuring 6 types of faithful recreation of popular wah-wah pedal with more parameters to play…

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Kuassa adalah sebuah perusahaan startup teknologi yang berkecimpung di bidang musik dan perangkat lunak (software) pengolahan audio. Mayoritas produk-produk yang kami hasilkan berbentuk guitar amplifier…

Kuassa Teams Up with Anymo Guitars

January 31st, 2018. Bandung, Indonesia – A revolutionary acoustic guitars with a forward thinking design aesthetics join forces with Kuassa. Kuassa is proud to announce their…

Radiohead “Creep” Guitar Tone Breakdown

  Dimitar Nalbantov Radiohead Creep guitar sound "Creep" was the debut single by the English alternative rock giant Radiohead, released in September 1992.  One of…

Kuassa Team’s Best 9 Album or Song Released on 2017

We're in the beginning of 2018! Everyday, we play music. At the office, home, basically almost everywhere. Some of us also live from music. It’s…

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2017 been a hectic years for us. Aside from the usual development projects in the pipeline, we are also exhibiting in a lot of places…

Kuassa Updates All Efektor Modulations, Silencer RE and EVE-AT4

Changes: VST, VST3, AU and AAX: https://www.kuassa.com/downloads/ Efektor CH3604 Chorus (Ver.1.0.1): Chorus Ensemble stereo mode enhanced Minor code improvement Efektor FL3606 Flanger (Ver.1.0.1): Minor code improvement…

Kuassa Released Efektor CP3603 Compressor

Our newest addition of the Efektor Pedal Effect Series called CP3603 Compressor is now available for purchase at $25. Available for both VST/VST3/Audio Unit/AAX plug-ins…

The Best of Hardware Compressor Pedal Effects

Compressor. Perhaps one of the most hard to understand piece of gear. Especially since it’s result is not instantly audible as other effects. But in…

Developer’s Note: Efektor Series

Let's say the modeled FX types is our interpretations of the exact hardware, or more likely, inspired by hardware pedal effects available in the market,…

Never Play Guitar Unless You Already Read These Top 12 Tips

Your band finally have a first gig, you have chills down your spine and both excited. Months of practices and those numbing fingering routines will…

Kuassa Released Efektor Modulation Bundle for Rack Extension

The Rack Extension version of Efektor CH3604 Chorus, FL3606 Flanger, PH3605 Phaser, and TR3604 Tremolo are now available at the Propellerhead Shop. The bundle of…

Kuassa Release 1.0.5 Update for Efektor DS3603, FZ3603 and OD3603 (Plug-ins and Rack Extensions)

Release Note: 1.05 RE: – phase alignment issues on oversampling. Fixed. 1.05 Update VST/VST3/AU/AAX: – Phase alignment issue on oversampling above 48k samplerate. Fixed. Get…

Kuassa Follows-up Efektor Series with Efektor Modulation Bundle

August 25th, 2017. Bandung, Indonesia - Based on popular demand, Kuassa unleash a quartet of modulation effect pedal emulations: CH3604 Chorus, FL3606 Flanger, PH3605 Phaser,…

Best 10 Tips for Music Production

Musicians, Producers, Engineers, DAW junkies… here’s some tips for your music production which will helps in some dire situations. We guarantee you that these music…

The Best Place to Buy Audio Plugins Online: Meet Our Resellers

Did you know that you can also get our products through our resellers? These stores are mainly selling digital tools (namely VST plugins software) for…

Kuassa Release Updates for Efektor DS3603, FZ3603, OD3603 and Silencer Plug-ins

We received reports regarding warning from some users using Avast Antivirus on their Windows. The warning is caused by a late recognition by Avast to…

Kuassa releases three guitar effect plug-ins: EFEKTOR DS3603, FZ3603 and OD3603

July 2017, Bandung, Indonesia - Kuassa is now releases three effect emulation plug-ins based on distortion, overdrive and fuzz guitar effect pedals. Originally modeled after…

Fuzz Effects Explained

Texture wise, we can say that a nice “clean tone” feels like a model’s straight, silky hair after spa treatment, “overdriven tone” feels like the…

Kuassa Represent Indonesia to SXSW 2017

South by Southwest (abbreviated as SXSW) is an annual conglomerate of film, interactive media, and music festivals and conferences that take place in mid-March in…

Distortion Effects Explained

  Distortion is one of the most avoided and at the same time desired effect for musicians, able to give extra harmonics and long sustain  to…

Overdrive Effects Explained

Overdrive pedal effects designed to simulate the creamy sound of an overdriven tube amp or to giving a taste of gain boosted tube amp. Overdrive…

Kuassa Releases EFEKTOR Guitar FX Series for Rack Extension

Bandung, December 9 2016. Kuassa has announced the immediate availability of their new Guitar FX series for Propellerhead Reason’s Rack Extension format called EFEKTOR. This…

We just updated our Rack Extensions: EVE-AT Series to v1.1.0, EVE-MP5 to v1.0.2, and Kratos 2 Maximizer to v2.0.3

We just updated our studio Rack Extensions: Kratos 2 Maximizer, EVE-AT Series Equalizer, and EVE-MP5 Equalizer Changes on Kratos 2 Maximizer (version 2.0.3): Versioning altered to 2.x.x…

Best cheap audio interface / sound card for amp simulators (with tips!)

One day, a good recording session goes wrong when our good old audio interface / sound card suddenly stops working without prior symptoms, then we…

Kuassa updates EVE-AT Series Equalizer (1.1.5), EVE-MP5 Equalizer (1.0.5), and Kratos 2 Maximizer (2.0.3)

Kuassa has updated Kratos 2 Maximizer, EVE-AT Series Equalizer, and EVE-MP5 Equalizer EVE-AT Equalizer series to Ver.1.1.5 License authorization issue on some computers using special…

Good Day by Dimi [Free Stems Download with Settings, and Presets]

Our product specialist, Dimitar Nalbantov just made a full song as a free download for his new song called “Good Day”, complete with audio stems, settings…

Five Reasons Why Amp Simulators Are Better Than Real Amps

There are several things we aware in music production. Why there’s still many people being skeptical on amp simulator quality while amp simulators aren’t that…

Kuassa updates Amplifikation Creme RE (v1.1.0), Amplifikation Vermilion RE (v1.2.0)

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation Creme Rack Extension to v1.1.0 and Amplifikation Vermilion guitar amp Rack Extension to v1.2.0. Changes: New oversampling options on the back…

New Update for Creme, Cerberus, and Vermilion VST/VST3/AU/AAX/Standalone Plug-ins

Change notes: Cerberus Bass Amplifikation Ver. 1.0.8: Denormal issues: fixed License authorization bug in computers using special character: fixed Amplifikation Creme Ver. 1.3.3 & Amplifikation…

Kuassa Various Amplifikation Presets Pack #1

Holla Guys!! We just uploaded a new preset pack called. Kuassa Various Guitar Amplifikation Preset Pack #1 It’s made Dimitar Nalbantov to celebrate his newly appointed position…

Best Cheap Studio Monitors for mixing Guitar Amp Simulator

In this article, we gather a number of budget / cheap studio monitors suitable for guitar amp simulators in a small bedroom studio situation. For anyone…

A Short Guide to EQ Plugins

As we all know every sound/audio signal has its own frequency and that’s where EQ plugins comes to set their role. Every sound has its…

Anniversary of Our Flagship Amp Simulator and Guitar Effects Software: Amplifikation One

January 2009. The first of our years, the conception and ideation of a new venture called Kuassa. Amplifikation Lite and One marks our first step…

Best Mixing Headphones under $200

It’s a common knowledge that you should not mixing or mastering using a headphone due to many reasons. But if treating your room’s acoustic is not…

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One-half of UK’s Elektricity Live duo, big boss of Hospital Records, and composer of many influential records under the moniker London Elektricity. We’ve been a long time fan…

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Dieter Hartman is a composer for Movies, TV, and Video Games. With big titles under his belt movies like: The Butterfly Effect, Watchmen, The Day…

Recording Flawless Guitar to the Amplifikation Plugin. Part 3: Real World Counterpart

The modeled, simulated behavior of the guitar amplifier softwares are basically mimicking every character, nuances, even including imperfections of their analog counterparts. Therefore, a “real…

Kuassa releases standalone version of their Amplifikation plugins, and release preset converter utilities for their Rack Extensions

For giving their users support in getting the most of their products, Kuassa has releases the standalone version of Amplifikation Creme, Amplifikation Vermilion, and Cerberus Bass…

Recording Flawless Guitar to the Amplifikation Plugin part 2: Tone Building Workflow

To achieve flawless tone, the second important thing is by building the tone by yourself. We already include a number of default presets to accomodate…

Recording Flawless Guitar to the Amplifikation Plugin, Part 1: Gear

Define your intended guitar sound and/or genre according your subjective taste. This will help you to set a clearer goals, thus prevent a meaningless tweaking especially…

Mastering for Beginners Part 3: Tone Equalization using Reaper and EVE-AT1

1. Tone balancing: First Step In this stage we attempt to appropriately balance the various frequency ranges from low to high. Imagine making a burger;…

Mastering for Beginners Part 2: Use plugins and references appropriately

This is the second part of the Kuassa mastering tutorial, discussing the second most important factor of mastering process: references, goals, and plugins. Along with…

Mastering for Beginners Part. 1: Know Thy Gear

The first part of Kuassa’s mastering tutorial. To start mastering, start by by getting familiar about the gears you own to make sure it doesn’t get…

Best Cheap & Compact MIDI Keyboard Controller 2015

One of our team ask me about a recommendation for a MIDI keyboard controller for helping his side project doing music for Dreadout. It should be…

Kuassa Updates Amplifikation Creme to 1.3.2, and Amplifikation Vermilion to 1.1.1

Changes on Amplifikation Creme 1.3.2: Bug when using same preset name on different folder fixed Bug on “Amp Type II” when Sample Rate higher than 96.000Hz…

Cerberus Bass Amp VST/VST3/AU/AAX updated to 1.0.5

Changes: IR Resample feature added Bug when using same preset name on different folder fixed Bug on non ASCII license name fixed User manual updated…

Clean-Drive Switcher Combinators for Amplifikation Rack Extensions

There's a reason why guitar effect pedals are also commonly called as a stompbox. Nothing can defeat that satisfying feeling when picking the clean guitar  within…

Amplifikation Guitar Amp Plugin Hacks For EDM Producers

Synthesizers: from post-punk experimentation to the synth-pop’s prominent instruments which shaped the face of pop music in the 80’s. Gary Numan is one of the…

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REDEEM INSTRUCTION Here's the step-by-step guide to redeeming your personal license on member.kuassa.com both from our store or from our resellers 1.Have You Installed the…

Comparing the EVE-AT1 and Ableton Live’s Built-in EQ plugins

The Goal Arguably, some musicians or bands are still trying to keep the authenticity of their songs, but in contrary, audio engineers are debatably trying…

Using Amplifikation One and EVE-MP5 Audio Plugins for EDM Bassline

In this article we explain the fundamentals of creating bassline using Kuassa’s audio plugins’ effects collection. Even-though the most dominant part of Electronic Dance Music…

Vintage Tone Shaping Equalizer On Modern Music

Equalizer does help a lot. And there are tons of audio plugins of equalizers available out there. Some are included as a default plugins when you…

How to Improve Your Home Production Mix

Have you tried to mix your own song? Maybe 99% of you would think that it’s not as perfect as the mix done by your favorite producers…

Kuassa Updates Amplifikation Vermilion to Ver. 1.1.0

     The 1.1.0 update for Amplifikation Vermilion Guitar Amp VST. Now supports VST3 & AAX format for most Digital Audio Workstations; Ableton, Logic Pro, FLS Studio, Cubase,…

Cerberus Bass Amp gets CM Performance Award

Cerberus Bass Amp VST – VST3 – Audio Units – AAX – Rack Extension gets 9/10 score, Performance Award, and Value Award from Computer Music…

The Best of Cheap DAW Recording Software 2015

We live in a strange society, while majority of people associate high price tags as equal with higher quality, but they love cheap products justified…

VST Plugins: Development and What You Need to Know About it

What would happen if Steinberg didn’t invent VST (Virtual Studio Technology) back in 1996? Most of us would be still using costly hardwares, music production…

Producer’s Block: How to Get Your Creativity Back

I’m getting an idea to write this article after stumbled upon this Rack Extensionist thread and think that this is one of the most common situation…

From Rebirth RB-338 to Rack Extension

Started with Rebirth at the 90's, Reason jumpstart it's popularity among Electronic Music Producers until the incorporation of Propellerhead Record to Reason and the release…

Guitar Amp Simulator for Post-Metal and Beyond

Despite the ongoing debate about newer metal subgenres; djent, sludge, doom, stoner, black, death, etc. We should be thankful that the metal music we hear these…

Kuassa Updates Amplifikation Creme to 1.3.0. Now supports VST3 and AAX

     Presenting the 1.3.0 update for Amplifikation Creme vst plugins: addition of two 4×12 cabinets; Standard British and Vintage British (4 x 12), Impulse Response resampling,…

Basic Guide: Master Loudness with Kratos 2 Maximizer

In music production, the main goal of a “maximizer”, or in this context a mastering VST /AU / AAX / Rack Extension software plugin, is to safely…

Kratos to Kratos 2 Upgrade Deal

You need an account in our member area to access the Kratos 2 Maximizer upgrade purchase page. Please follow this link for our member area…

New Version: Kratos 2 Released! Now supports VST3, AAX, and RE

     Presenting the latest version of Kuassa’s ooh-so-handy limiter / loudness maximizer: Kratos 2 Maximizer; featuring the new Adaptive Mode for Attack and Release parameters, dithering…

Introducing: Kuassa Member Area

Introducing the newest feature for Kuassa customers: Member Area Migrating to a new computer? lost your license? Kuassa Member Area is place where Kuassa native…

The Role of Plugins in Digital Audio Workstation Software

All those DAWs are using plugins to extend their capabilities. A small, “add on” software programs that works inside your main workstation When people asked:…

Kuassa Release EVE-MP5 50s Equalizer for VST – VST3 – AU – AAX. Updates Cerberus and EVE-AT

After receiving rave reviews from the Reason Rack Extension communities. Now EVE-MP5 are also available for other major platforms; VST, VST3, Audio Units, and AAX…

EVE-AT Series Equalizers Are Now Receiving VST3 and AAX treatment

     VST3 users and Pro Tools enthusiast rejoice! The Version 1.1.0 of EVE-AT Series Equalizers introduces the VST3 and AAX for more future proof support. In addition,…

Music Post: Today and Forever by HMGNC. Made using Reason 7 and Kuassa REs

We mentioned about another side of our life as musicians. Aside from its up and downs, and difficulties to split our “band” time with our…

KUASSA RELEASES CERBERUS BASS AMPLIFIKATION FOR VST, VST3, Audio Units, and AAX

March 2015, Bandung, Indonesia – Following the release of Cerberus Bass Amplifikation for Rack Extension format. Now Kuassa releases native plug-ins version for other major…

New tracks, preset, and full albums made using Kuassa: Navire Creux, Anova Skyward, and The Boris Karloff Syndrome

New song from Singapore's homegrown ambient/post-metal project Navire Creux. Along with the finished song, he also shared the preset he's using. A combination of Amplifikation…

Which DAW software is the best for you? Our all-time favorite DAW Pt.1

We get this a lot from new customers: I bought your software, and you guys sent me a license file (AmplifikationOne.kuassa). But when I click…

Artist Interview: Adam Fielding

When we are preparing for the release of Cerberus Bass Amp last time, a friend told us that we should check out the latest release…

Kuassa @ KL Converge! 2014

Calling out Malaysian users and any of you who happen to be in Malaysia between September 17-19th, 2014. Starting tomorrow, we are representing our government…

Kuassa Releases Cerberus Bass Amp Rack Extension for Reason

Kuassa has announced the release of the Cerberus Bass Amp as a Rack Extension effect format for Propellerhead Reason 6.5 and later. From the maker…

New Amplifikation One-Vermilion hybrid preset by Navire Creux ~ [Vote for him!]

Axel Ante from Navire Creux just finished a new instrumental metal track using a hybrid combo of Amplifikation One for the Head section, and Amplifikation…

DTX

Hailing from Bandung, Indonesia. DTX a.k.a Arya Harditya started to produce back in 2001 where he produce lots of underground hip-hop music,then he moved to…

Meet & Jam

Have you ever in the middle of a tour, and finding trouble to find nearby local studio to rehearse before a gig? Or some sh*t…

Artist Interview: Navire Creux

Hi Axel, I hope you dont mind to write a bit for an interview. We think, this interview will be very helpful for other kuassa…

Navire Creux

Navire Creux came to light in early 2009 with humble beginnings. Founded by Axel as a home project— his personal way of narrating his life…

Tony Vincent

ven if you have the luxury of tracking guitars with killer hardware, there are times when you need a solid guitar amp plugin. (…and you’d…

Kuassa releases EVE-AT1, EVE-AT4, and EVE-AT Bundle Rack Extensions for Reason

Kuassa has announced the release of the EVE-AT1 and EVE-AT4 classic British equalizers in the Rack Extension format for Propellerhead Reason 6.5 and later. Available…

Lawrence a.k.a. Random (ID)

awrence a.k.a Random is one of the busier DJ/Producer in Indonesia. Currently he has 3 projects active with his drum’n’bass projects under the name Random,…

Amplifikation Vermilion RE video review by Musotalk (in German)

Amplifikation Vermilion RE video review by Musotalk(in German). The description below are taken from their website, read the complete post here:http://www.musotalk.de/video/amplifikation-vermilion-rack-extension-fuer-reason/

Kuassa Team’s Top Albums of 2013

e love music. Who doesn’t? We’re constantly listening to music in the office, old and new, while making sweeping generalizations regarding musical trends and the…

Amplifikation Creme: Now in Rack Extension for Reason

Hard rockers, metalheads, raise your horns! Here is another reason to go Reason. Equip your axe and deliver sonic mayhem with this modern high gain…

AbletonIndo

AbletonIndo, or Live User Group Indonesia, Is an official community of Ableton Live producers based in Indonesia. They regularly released a free compilation distributed via…

Amplifikation Vermilion: Now in Rack Extension for Reason

Guitar players now have a new reason to go Reason. Whatever your playing style is, from country clean to somewhat heavy metal, this amplifier will…

Dina Dellyana

Born in Dili, November 2nd 1984. Dina Dellyana is one of the few female electronic music producer in Indonesia. In the midst of her daily activities…

Hogi Wirjono

Handy controls of Kratos Maximizer quickly become his choice when it comes to polishing a newly produced track.   Hogi Wirjono is a well known name in…

Kuassa Introduces EVE-AT Series Equalizer

 AT1 & AT4 Kuassa Introduces the EVE-AT Series Equalizers Bandung, Indonesia, May 29, 2013 – Kuassa announces the availability of its new EVE-AT Series equalizer…

Our 3rd Anniversary!

Kuassa Inc was first established 3 years ago at our humble studio/office in Bandung, Indonesia. The name “Kuassa” was first conceived of as an inside…

Dimitar Nalbantov

Dimi is a long time friend of Arie, our Chairman/CTO since the beginning of Aradaz Amp era, he’s been helping us a lot and his…

We Are Proud to Support Motion City Soundtrack Live in Indonesia!

“MOTION CITY SOUNDTRACK LIVE IN INDONESIA” Bandung : March 6 at Balai Sartika Convention Hall – open gate 19.00 PM Yogyakarta : March 7 at…

We are supporting the 8th Live4Guitar’s contest

Live4Guitar is a community website dedicated for guitar players across the globe. And just early this month, they launched their 8th contest where contestants can…

New Amplifikation Vermilion Presets from Tim Carter & Ludovico Reale

As heard on Amplifikation Vermilion’s audio samples. These presets are generously provided by our brand family: Ludovico Reale and Tim Carter Get them here: http://www.kuassa.com/downloads

[Event] Wirausaha Muda Mandiri Expo 2013. Jakarta, Indonesia.

Bank Mandiri (IDX: BMRI), headquartered in Jakarta, is the largest bank in Indonesia in term of assets, loans and deposits. One of the Bank’s public event is Wirausaha Muda Mandiri (Mandiri Young Entrepreneur),…

Amplifikation Creme earns Merit Award APICTA 2012!

Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards have entered the 12th year. The annual international awards held since 2001 which serves its main purpose as an event of networking and product benchmarking between Asia-Pacific’s finest developers and entrepreneurs in the field of IT. APICTA AWARDS 2012 was held…

We’ve been nominated for Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards 2012!

We are happy to inform you that Amplifikation Series been nominated for Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) 2012! The judging night will be held on…

A Note from Amplifikation Vermilion Launching at DCExpo Tokyo

Dear Users, We’re very excited to say, that we really have a good feedback at Amplifikation Vermilion Launching at DCExpo, Tokyo . We met lots of…

Quick Update for Mac Installers

Dear Users, We’ve just uploaded a minor revision for all Mac installers.This will address these issues:  – MAC AU: Fixes AU validation issues in Mac…

We Are Now 64-bit Compatible for PC and Mac

  We are updating all of our free and Commercial plug-ins along with including 64-bit versions for OS X and Windows. Get them here!   Changes: Amplifikation…

Japan Get Ready! We Will Launch Amplifikation Vermilion at DCExpo 2012, Tokyo!

Japanese users, mark your calendar, we will visit Japan on October 25th to 27th, 2012 at Digital Content Expo, Tokyo. Japan.  More info about this event: www.dcexpo.jp/2012/index.html…

Ludovico Reale

“when you first plugging your jack into your audio interface, you will soon  play with a great sound without further tweaks….”    About ten years…

New Audio Demos by Ludovico Reale, With Presets!

  Hear The Audio Demos Here: http://snd.sc/LnxZw0 And Get The Presets Here:   AmplifikationOne presets by Ludovico Reale   About Ludovico Reale: Ludovico Reale (born March 2, 1984) is…

New Amplifikation One Video Demos by Inner Imposter (with presets)

Check This Youtube Videos:       And Get the Presets here:   Tim Carter Amplifikation One Presets » 10.2 KiB About Tim Carter: I’m a musician…

Attention Mac Protools Users!

For all users who runs Kuassa plug-ins in their Protools (Mac) using VST-RTAS Adapter/Wrapper, now we have a test version for all Kuassa plug-ins with…

Kuassa Releases basiQ: a Free 3 Band Baxandall EQ

  Kuassa announces free 3-band equalizer plugin: basiQ December 2011, Bandung, Indonesia – Kuassa is proud to announce the release of basiQ. basiQ is an…

UPDATE: Kuassa Updates Kratos Maximizer, Amplifikation One, and Creme

Amplifikation One, Creme, and Kratos Maximizer are getting new updates! Download the updates HERE What’s New: Kratos Maximizer V.1.0.7 (October 27, 2011) – Parameter values…

Thank You Steve 🙂

Thank you Steve for gave us the inspiration to create great products and making it emotionally engages with the user, making us brave to be…

Kuassa Updates Kratos Maximizer to Version 1.0.5

Kuassa has updated Kratos Maximizer to Version 1.0.5 Changes in ver 1.0.5: Improved knee behavior Improved graphics Smoother knob response The new version can be downloaded here.  …

Kuassa Releases Kratos Maximizer, a new mastering limiter plugin

Kratos Maximizer is a transparent, mastering grade look-ahead brickwall limiter and loudness maximizer. Put it on your master channel to give that loud, commercial quality…

New Amplifikation Creme Stereo Preset (with audio demo) by Dimitar Nalbantov

Hi Amplifikation Creme Users, Dimitar Nalbantov just sent us a new preset (demo included) utilizing the new stereo feature from the new Ver. 1.2 update…

UPDATE: Amplifikation One 1.2.2 is released!

Amplifikation One are improving! Download version 1.2.2 of Kuassa Amplifikation One HERE Version History: V.1.2.2 (May 27, 2011) – Preset and bank are cross-compatible for…

UPDATE: Amplifikation Creme Ver.1.2.0 Released!

Get a wider guitar sound with the new cabinet stereo mode of Amplifikation Creme. Go get it now! Ver.1.2.0 Download What’s new on Ver.1.2.0? –…

Guitar videos made by Amplifikation Users on youtube

Guitar covers uploaded by TheElnick using Kuassa Amplifikation One. Watch other videos by TheElnick here: http://www.youtube.com/user/TheElnick And click here to watch other user-made videos using…

UPDATE: Amplifikation One 1.2 is released!

Amplifikation One are improving continuously! Download version 1.2 of Kuassa Amplifikation One HERE Version History: V.1.2.0 (March 7, 2011) – Input channel selector added –…

UPDATE: AMPLIFIKATION LITE VER.1.1.1 HAS BEEN RELEASED!

Amplifikation Lite are getting much better! Download here Changes on Ver.1.1.1: – Cabinet & IR Loader engine improved (faster calculation) – IR Loader bug on…

Creme Solo Gain demo from Dimitar Nalbantov (with preset)

Here is a new Amplikation Creme’s Solo Gain Demo along with the preset created by Dimitar Nalbantov Dimi Solo Gain Creme And use this link…

Update: Amplifikation Creme Ver.1.1.0 has been released!

We recommend every user to update their installation of Amplifikation Creme with the current Ver. 1.1.0 release. Go get it now!   VER. 1.1.0 Download What’s…

Kuassa Updates AMPLIFIKATION ONE to V.1.1.1

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation One to v1.1.1 Changes: – Mac OSX Audio Units validation issue fixed – Quad Impulse Response Loader volume sliders automatically turns…

Update: Amplifikation One Ver.1.1.0 has been released

We are happy to announce the availability of V.1.1.0 update for Amplifikation One owners. Introducing a 4-channel Impulse Response Loader with configurable routing options useful…

Kuassa Official Support Forum goes online!

Dear Kuassa users, At this time our official support forum is online now. If you have any question to us regarding feature requests, bug reports,…

Amplifikation One user videos found on Youtube

Found really cool guitar videos from youtube. This one is using Amplifikation Lite:   And the rest are using Amplifikation One:      

QA: Why Kuassa Amplifikation does not work on mono-tracks in Logic Studio?

For all Amplifikation One users who are using Logic Studio as DAW/host. Here is a question from one of our customer regarding track input: Q:…

A Question From KVRAudio Member: Update/Upgrade Policy

Taken from http://www.kvraudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=4186693 caleb82 wrote: Just two last questions that keep me from hitting the BUY button.  Can the preamps/cabinet sims etc. be deactivated, so…

New Amp Teaser: Available Soon Exclusively for Amplifikation One Registered Users!

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Kuassa has updated Amplifikation Lite to Ver. 1.1.0 (Win) and Released Mac AU & VST Versions

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation Lite to Ver. 1.1.0 (Win) and Released Mac AU & VST Versions Version 1.1.0 update list: – Impulse-Response Loader added –…

New Amplifikation One’s Preset Pack #1 by Aradaz

New Preset Pack for Kuassa Amplifikation One #1 by Aradaz Featuring: 7 clean presets 8 crunch presets 4 distortion presets 1 fuzz preset To import…

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation One to Ver.1.0.1 (WIn) and Released Mac AU & VST Versions

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation One to Ver.1.0.1 (WIndows) and Released Mac AU & VST Versions Here is the updated list: Lower noise level on evaluation…

Kuassa Unveils Amplifikation One

KUASSA UNVEILS AMPLIFIKATION ONE –  Guitar amp software by the maker of AradazAmp, we keep it simple and make it Rock!- Kuassa, Inc. is proud…

Kuassa Amplifikation Lite: Coming Soon to Your Mac!

Kuassa Amplifikation Lite, free version of Kuassa’s upcoming guitar amp software plugin for windows will be available soon for Macintosh users. Kuassa Amplifikation Lite‘s engine is…

Project under development: Kuassa Amplifikation One

Coming Soon! Discover the tones that you’ve never heard before! Kuassa will release “Kuassa Amplifikation” in a short time. Kuassa Amplifikation is a full version…

Efektor Blues River and Blues Barker Now Available

Bandung, Indonesia – May 23, 2025 — Available individually or together as the Efektor Blues Brother Bundle, these two plugins bring classic analog overdrive tones into the…

NAM Loader is Here: A Deep Learning-Powered Module for Amplifikation 360 (Free for A360 Bundle Owners)

We’re proud to introduce NAM Loader — a groundbreaking new module for Amplifikation 360, powered by the Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) project. And the best…

NEW UPDATES FOR ARKHIVE, VVV AND RECTIFOR

Kuassa Releases Updates for Amplifikation Arkhive (1.0.1), VVV (1.0.3) and Rectifor (1.0.5) Bandung, Indonesia – Kuassa has announced updates for their latest 3rd Generation Amplifikation series, addressing…

New Amp Release – Kuassa Amplifikation Arkhive

A pivotal guitar amplifier plugin featuring three unique amp types, each with three distinct channels and dedicated “mod” voicing, making it a highly versatile all-in-one…

The All New Kuassa BasiQ2 Equalizer is here! It’s effortless, it’s FREE!

  Meet Kuassa BasiQ2: Your Free Tone-Shaping Companion Introducing BasiQ2, the latest iteration of our beloved 3-band Baxandall equalizer heard in countless recordings. Redesigned from the…

Announcement: Efektor Whammo Just Got Even Better!

As our way of saying thanks, we’re excited to share a special gift with you—a free update for one of our best-selling plugins, Efektor Whammo, the…

Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1 Update

Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1 Update – We’ve Heard You! We’ve released Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1, addressing the popping sound issue reported on some systems. Your feedback made this…

[ENDED] Kuassa Black Friday Warm-Up: Early Access to Bundles!

Get ready! our Warm-Up for Black Friday Sale starts now. Early access to top bundles at Intro Prices! Black Friday Warm-Up: Early Access is Here!…

The Essential Guitar Effects Rig for Reggae

The sound of Reggae, Dub, and Ska has evolved over the decades, shaped not only by rhythm and melody but also by the creative use…

New Downloads: Jah Vibes Bundle A360 Presets and Reason Studio Combinators Pack

As included in “Jah Vibes Bundle,” these A360 presets and Reason Combinators, crafted by our product specialist Dimitar Nalbantov showcasing the full potential of the…

Exploring the Roots: The Sound of Indonesian Reggae

This article explores the cultural connections between Jamaica and Indonesia, the rise of reggae in Indonesia, and how Kuassa’s Jah Vibes Bundle provides tools for…

Kuassa Announces the Release of the Jah Vibes Bundle: Reggae Essentials with New Presets

August 21, 2024 – Kuassa, a renowned developer of audio plugins, has announced the release of the Jah Vibes Bundle, a comprehensive collection designed specifically…

New Release. Efektor Echolyte Analog Delay is Now Available.

Introducing Kuassa Efektor Echolyte, a 3-in-1 analog-inspired bucket brigade delay Plugin Adding more into the Efektor series, Kuassa brings you Efektor Echolyte, an echo/delay plugin…

Coming Soon: Efektor Echolyte Analog Delay.

Echoes of the Past. Warm, Smooth, and Timeless delay sounds, now at your fingertips. Kuassa Efektor Echolyte is coming soon. Coming next week, we are…

Introducing 3-in-1 iconic British overdrive: Drive, Gvnr, and Shred.

  Kuassa Efektor Grandmaster is a comprehensive plugin crafted with high precision to capture the iconic tones of three legendary Marshall* distortion pedals: the Guv'nor,…

Efektor Modulation Too Bundle Re is here!

Attention Reason Studio Users! Efektor Modulation Too Bundle RE is here! Dive into the second wave of Efektor Modulation plugins in Rack Extension format. Get…

Introducing Efektor Moon Muffin: Your 10-in-1 Fuzz Arsenal Awaits

We're thrilled to announce the release of Kuassa Efektor Moon Muffin - Big Sustainer Fuzz, a groundbreaking addition to our acclaimed Efektor guitar effects software…

The Power of Fuzz with Efektor Moon Muffin – Coming Soon!

Ready to take your fuzz game to the next level? We’ve got something special brewing for you. Introducing Efektor Moon Muffin – your ultimate fuzz…

Introducing New Fuzz Efektor: Your 10-in-1 Fuzz Arsenal Awaits.

Teaser Alert!  Get ready to dive into a universe of iconic fuzz tones!  This weekend, Kuassa is unveiling a new Fuzz guitar effect plugin –…

Pop-Vibes of “Neon Arp” Preset from Synth Essential Bundle

In the realm of electronic music production, few genres evoke the nostalgic allure of the past quite like synthwave and hyperpop. With the "Neon Arp"…

Kurt Cobain – Nirvana – “smells like teen spirit” Distorted Tones with Plugins

In the annals of rock history, few bands have left as indelible a mark as Nirvana, led by the iconic Kurt Cobain. One of the…

10 Reasons Why You Should Grab the Synth Essential Bundle Now

  Are your synth sounds sounding a bit lackluster and flat? Are you tired of endlessly searching for the "best synth of the year"? The…

9 Essential Effects for Synth Players and Electronic Music Producers (with Tricks!)

For synth players and electronic music producers, the choice of effects can define your signature sound. In this guide, we'll delve into the intricacies of…

A360 Synth Essential Bundle Companion Preset Pack #1 by Rathomi

By Popular Request, We Just Released 14 Synth Essential Bundle A360 Presets! Dive into a sonic adventure with our Synth Companion Preset Pack as heard…

New Release: Synth Essential Bundle at Introductory Prices

Kuassa is announcing the release of the Synth Essential Bundle. This curated collection is designed for synthesizer players, sound designers, and electronic music producers, offering a convergence…

[Ended] Efektor Modulation Too Intro Price Extended to January 16th, 2024.

Extension of Efektor Modulation Too Intro Price!Exciting news!  Even though our Holiday Sale has ended, this offer is our way of extending the festive spirit…

Four new modulation guitar effect emulations at intro price

 Kuassa announces the release of the second installment of their Efektor Modulation plugins, designed to offer musicians and producers an authentic modeling based on…

[Ended] Extended Joy: Kuassa’s Black Friday Savings Continue through December!

Thank you for choosing Kuassa. Wishing you a harmonious and joyful holiday season! #KuassaHolidaySale #SonicSavings #Holidaysale2023 #EndofYearSale2023 #VSTplugins”

[Ended] Kuassa Black Friday Sale. Starts from $9 All Plug-ins & Rack Extensions (Nov 17th – Nov 30th, 2023)

Starts from $9!! Kuassa Black Friday Week is here, and it's the perfect time to buy our plugins! From Nov 17th - Nov 30th, save…

Kuassa Podcast: A Deep Dive with Heals’ Producer, Alyuadi | The Future Sound of Music

Dive into the next evolution of shoegaze with Heals' enigmatic producer, Alyuadi, in this exclusive podcast. Unveil the inner workings of the upcoming album, exploring…

[Ended] Kuassa Black Friday Warm-up (Nov 1st – Nov 16th, 2023)

Unlock the darkness within your music with Kuassa's Black Friday Warm-up! Until upcoming Black Friday Week starts on November 17th (Mark the Date!), our Kuassa…

Announcement For Kuassa Shoegaze Essentials Bundle Owners

Welcome to the ethereal world of Kuassa's Shoegaze Essential Bundle, where dreamy soundscapes and atmospheric compositions come to life. In this carefully curated bundle, you'll…

Shoegaze A Guitar Wall Of Sound (New A360 Presets)

Shoegaze: A dreamy, guitar wall of sound. In the late1980s in the United Kingdom, somehow inevitably or as a result of the evolution of musical…

New Shoegaze Essentials Presets for A360 and Reason Studios

🎸 Calling all Amplifikation 360 and Reason Studio users! We're excited to announce the release of 19 brand-new A360 presets & Reason Combinators for the…

Introducing the Kuassa Shoegaze Essentials Bundle: Your Sonic Palette for Shoegaze Music

Discover the Bundle, at limited-time intro price: $99 (Total value $224 when purchased individually) Limited-time Intro price valid only during this September 2023. Shoegaze, a…

The chronicles of Estuari’s journey in musicalizing poetry (Bilingual)

In the captivating realm of Indonesian indie music, the ethereal sounds of Estuari reverberate as a transcendent fusion of experimental-folk melodies and poignant verses. With…

Whammo Updated to Ver. 1.0.4 and Amplifikation 360 Updated to Ver. 1.2.1

Introducing the All-New Efektor Whammo Update Ver. 1.0.4 and Amplifikation 360 Ver.1.2.1. Unveiling New Features and Enhanced Performance. At Kuassa, we constantly strive to enhance…

Pitch & Harmonizing Pedal Buying Guide: Meloditron vs Harmonitron vs Whammo

When it comes to guitar effects, the world of pitch and harmony modulation has opened up new avenues for unorthodox guitarists and those with experimental…

Exploring the Evolution of Guitar Pitch Shifters: 5 Creative Ways to Enhance Your Music and Guitar Tone

  When it comes to completely new sounds in music, one effect stands out very brightly in the music world and at the same time…

How to Build Your Own Guitar Effects Pedals on a Budget: DIY & Software

  Are you a guitarist on a budget, searching for ways to expand your sonic possibilities without breaking the bank? Look no further! In this…

Efektor Gainia Series and Pillar Power Amp now available as Rack Extension

Kuassa, a renowned developer of high-quality guitar amp simulations and effects, has announced the release of their highly anticipated Efektor Gainia HB, TD, and XT…

Recreating Joe Satriani’s “Flying in a Blue Dream” Guitar Tone with Amplifikation 360 and Efektor Gainia TD

Joe Satriani is a highly respected and influential guitar player known for his virtuosic playing style and innovative approach to rock music. Born on July…

Meet Kuassa Resellers: The online destination to purchase audio plugins.

Did you know that our products are also available through our trusted resellers? These specialized stores primarily offer a wide range of digital tools, including…

Insta-tracks #2: Rockin’ Efektor Harmonitron with Mecko Kaunang

Indonesian guitarist Mecko Kaunang, renowned for his heavy riffs and virtuosic melodies, has captivated audiences with his harmonizer prowess. In this edition of Insta-tracks, we explore…

Tube Driver: The Story of an Overdrive Holy Grail

Over the years one legendary overdrive pedal has gained wide popularity and usage among many famous guitar players such as David Gilmour, Eric Johnson, Joe…

Guide to Power Amp: Everything You Need to Know

Discover the versatility and portability of power amps for your guitar rig, available in various form factors, from desktop units to pedal effects. In this…

The Secrets of Guitar Pedal Preamps: Why Every Guitarist Should Have One

Discover the world of guitar preamps and their significance in shaping your tone. From understanding the difference between preamp and boost pedals to exploring the…

[ENDED] Unlock the Power with 32% Off – Complete My A360 Bundle!

Double Deal! Limited-time offer for valued Kuassa members! Get an additional 32% OFF on our "Complete My A360 Bundle" through the Kuassa Member Area. This…

Unveiling the Pedal Preamp Legends in the Digital Realm: Kuassa’s Efektor Gainia Series and the Free Pillar Power Amp

Introducing Efektor Gainia HB, TD, and XT - the next generation of digital preamp pedals. Unlock the legendary tones of three iconic classics with Kuassa’s…

Ignite the Warmth, Saturate Your Senses: Unveiling Soon!

Ignite the Warmth, Saturate Your Senses: Unveiling Soon! Introducing Efektor Gainia TD, HB, and XT - the next generation of digital preamp pedals. Unlock the…

Insta-Tracks #1: Unveiling Coolest Soundscapes with Kuassa on Instagram

Welcome to a musical expedition filled with the finest tracks showcasing the versatility and power of Kuassa plugins. We’ve scoured Instagram to bring you a…

The Best Bass VST Plugins of 2023: The Ultimate Plugin Guide for Bass Players

Basses are lower-frequency instruments that can significantly impact your tracks. As the core and groove of a song, having reliable bass-specific plugins can help you…

“Still Waiting” – Sum 41. A Guitar Tone Tribute Using Guitar Amp Simulators

To recreate the guitar tone of "Still Waiting" by Sum 41 using amp simulators, we can start by analyzing the recorded sound of the guitar…

Kuassa Equalizers Buying Guide: Choosing the Best NEVE and Pultec Style VST Plugins for Mixing Guitar

Kuassa Equalizers - The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best NEVE and Pultec-Style EQ Plugins for Guitar Mixing. Are you a music producer or audio…

Amplifikation 360, Efektor Whammo Pitch Shifter & Efektor Harmonitron Harmonizer Update

New Updates for Amplifikation 360 (Ver. 1.1.8), Efektor Harmonitron (Ver. 1.0.2), and Efektor Whammo (Ver. 1.0.3) Amplifikation 360 updated toversion 1.1.8. Changes: Fixed bug with Harmonitron…

Buying Guide for Kuassa Combo Amp Sims: Amplifikation Vermilion, Matchlock, and Lancaster

This article explores the different features and benefits of Kuassa's combo amp sims, specifically Amplifikation Vermilion, Amplifikation Matchlock, and Amplifikation Lancaster. Each amp sim is…

[ENDED] Kuassa’s 13th Anniversary Sale: The Timeless Lucky 13

Lucky you! Celebrate Kuassa's 13th Anniversary Sale with unbeatable deals on our effect plug-ins. Enjoy up to 50% off all Amps and Studio FXs, plus…

The Pros and Cons of Subscription-Based Licensing Models for VST Plug-ins

Does customers having this fatigue now? Over the years, there has been a shift in how digital products are licensed, with many companies now offering…

Three new Efektor Bass Distortion Pedals. Is now available on Rack Extension Version.

Three new Efektor Bass Distortion Pedals. Is now available on Rack Extension Version. For a limited time, get the Bass Cruncher Preamp RE, Bass Smasher…

Unleashing the Bass: The Power and History of Distortion Pedals

Bass effect pedals are critical for the tone that gives power, build a solid foundation for a track’s groove, and to a bigger extent; great…

New Updates for Rectifor (v1.0.4), VVV (v1.0.2), Whammo (v1.0.2), Harmonitron (v1.0.1), Efektor Bass Distortion Bundle (v1.0.1)

Kuassa has released new updates for six seven of its newest plugins, including Amplifikation Rectifor(v1.0.4), Amplifikation VVV(v1.0.2), Efektor Whammo(v1.0.2), Efektor Harmonitron(v1.0.1), Efektor Bass Cruncher(v1.0.1), Efektor Bass Driver(v1.0.1) and Efektor Bass Smasher(v1.0.1).…

[Intro Ended] Efektor Harmonitron Is Available on Rack Extension Version at Intro Price $25

Efektor Harmonitron Harmonizer Quad Harmonizer FX Poly Pitchy Harmony The ultimate pitch shifting and harmonizing tool for sound designers and music producers. Unleash the power…

Efektor Harmonitron Quad Pitch-Shifter/Harmonizer

Kuassa, the leading provider of professional audio software, is proud to announce the release of Efektor Harmonitron - the ultimate pitch shifting and harmonizing tool…

[Teaser] A new Efektor plugin with Quadruple Poly of Harmonic Pitch.

Launching this January: A new Efektor plugin with Quadruple Poly of Harmonic Pitch.  Don't miss out! Pitch manipulation is a powerful tool for sound design…

[ENDED] Buy Any Plugins, 50% Off Your Next Purchase

BUY ANY PLUGINS, 50% OFF YOUR NEXT PURCHASE. Thank you for purchasing Kuassa. A 50% coupon code will be e-mailed to you for any purchases…

Curated Team Playlist: Local Pride.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

5 reasons to upgrade your Kuassa Amp/FX plug-ins to Amplifikation 360 Bundle

Amplifikation 360 Bundle. The culmination of 12 years of plugin development focusing for the best guitar tone! Schematic by schematic meticulously modeled, packed into plugins,…

Update for Amplifikation 360 v1.1.5, Amplifikation Rectifor v.1.0.3, Amplifikation VVV v.1.0.1 & Efektor Whammo 1.0.1

Amplifikation 360 Updated to Ver. 1.1.5, Amplifikation Rectifor Updated to Ver. 1.0.3, Amplifikation VVV Updated to Ver. 1.0.1 Changes: Amplifikation VVV v.1.0.1 & Rectifor v.1.0.3…

[Ended] Kuassa Holiday Sale is On: Plugins and Rack Extensions

Better plugins - better holidays - better music. Kuassa has announced the launch of a Holiday Sale, offering discounts of up to 63% off on…

Vote for Amplifikation VVV as Best Distortion/Saturation Plugin 2022 – Plugin Boutique Award

We’re excited to announce that Kuassa Amplifikation VVV has been nominated for the best saturation / distortion plugin of 2022 in this year's Plugin Boutique Awards. Help us win by…

Announcing New Efektor Whammo Pitch Shifter Plug-in at Intro Price

High precision, pitch shifter/bender effect. A pitch sweeping effect unit that revolutionized music. Dive bomb from rumbling lows to squealing highs. Controllable via MIDI. A…

[ENDED] Black Friday Sale 2022 is On: Up to 72% OFF

Kuassa Black Friday Sale: Plugins and Rack Extensions starting at $9 Best prices guaranteed! Don’t miss the chance to get our new amps and our…

Ready, Shift, Go!

Ready, Shift, Go! Will reveal on Black Friday: 18-11-2022. Mark your date, and leave a comment! Kuassa has released a video teaser for a new…

Adam Jones Guitar Tone with Rectifor: Tool – “Sober”

Today’s article is about a  music creator who doesn’t know what a limit is in the art. The band “Tool” is that emotion in the…

Recreating Machine Head’s “Davidian” with Amplifikation VVV

Back when the internet wasn’t really a thing, where streaming and downloading music didn’t even exist, somewhere in Oakland, California, a man known as Robb…

Efektor WF3607 Wah Filter Update Ver. 1.1.0 For RE, Update Ver 1.1.3 for 360 & VST Update Ver. 1.2.1

Efektor WF3607 Wah Filter Update: Another bug are squashed, we just release a new fix for envelope parameter setting in Efektor WF3607. Updates are available…

Recreating In Flames’ Sound with Amplifikation VVV ”Only For the Weak”

  Sometimes, it’s surprising when you like one style of music, and then you hear a song on the radio or somewhere else that really…

[Intro Price] Amplifikation VVV is now Available on Rack Extension Version.

Amplifikation VVV Guitar Amp • Rich cleans to Monstrous gain • 3 Model of 5XXX Amps • 3rd gen Tube Simulation technology Inspired by a…

[Info Event] Kuassa Akan Hadir di Hiend Guitar Show 2022.

Akhir pekan ini kami akan hadir di Hiend Guitar Show 2022! Catat tanggalnya akhir pekan ini: Jumat – Minggu, 7 – 9 Oktober 2022. Akan…

Recreating Van Halen’s “You Really Got Me”

  Music knows no limits, to create music means to push these boundaries and move into an unknown world, a world of dreams, hopes and…

Amplifikation 360 Update Version 1.1.2

Amplifikation 360 update to version 1.1.2 Release Note: Clarent Cabinet fixed, Metal Rocker Ribbon 353 now included for registered license Get Amplifikation 360 Ver. 1.1.2…

An ode to a legend: The Van Halen story

There are times in a musician’s life when they think about how a new style of music is born or more precisely how a new,…

[Intro Price Ended] Kuassa announces Amplifikation VVV

[Intro Price Ended] Kuassa has released their new guitar amp simulator inspired by the High Gain Peavey-EVH* Guitar Amp called Amplifikation VVV (Triple-V). It's the…

Curated Staff Playlist: Japanese Pop.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

This is the Signature of a Legend. More info soon

Due to popular demand, We present to you a new Guitar Amp Sim plugin / standalone. It's our take of a signature tone of a…

Kuassa End of Summer Sale. 50% Off All Plug-ins. [Ended]

Kuassa’s annual Summer Sale has begun. Get everything for half price during August 13 to September 14, 2022, everything in Kuassa’s website is at 50% off.…

Native Apple M1 Support

We Are Excited to announce that (nearly*) all Kuassa plugins are now run natively on Apple Silicon processors. The native silicon updates for our new…

Kuassa Updates All Studio FXs with Native Apple Silicon Support

We are excited to announce the release of all Mac Studio FX’s plugin with native Apple silicon support. This update is free for all owners…

Mezink Academy x Kuassa: Guitar Recording 101 Using Guitar Amp Simulators with Avedis Mutter.

Comparison of digital recording technology now and 10 years ago is very different and growing rapidly. Music software developers and especially for guitar amplifier simulation…

John Petrucci – The Mirror Guitar Tone

The seventh track on Dream Theater’s 1994 album Awake. Written by then-drummer Mike Portnoy, “The Mirror” …Resistance Is not as hard as it seems When…

Kuassa updates all Amplifikations to support Apple Silicon and Amplifikation Rectifor to v1.0.2

We are excited to announce the release of all Mac Amplifikation guitar amp simulator with native Apple silicon support. This update is free for all…

The Mighty Amp That Boogies “Rectifor” – The Metal Plated Legend

In the search for that massive, heavy, and appealing guitar sound, we should go back in time around 53 years ago. Yeah, that long!   …

Amplifikation Rectifor Release V.1.0.1 Update

Amplifikation Rectifor. Immediate update to v.1.0.1, which squashes some bugs that our users have found. Thank you for the feedbacks!  It's also Native Apple Silicon…

Kuassa Release Update All Efektor V.1.2.0

We are excited to announce the release of version 1.2.0 of all Mac Efektor Guitar FXs with native Apple silicon support. This update is free…

Amplifikation 360 Version 1.1.0 Update

The BIG Amplifikation 360 Update is here! Native Apple Silicon Support, many new MIDI features, better LIVE mode implementation, new Amplifikation Rectifor modules, bugfixes, and…

Our Loudest, Heaviest, Fastest, Tightest Amplifikation to date.

Speaking about guitar amplifiers, there is one name that is highly regarded as the staple of high gain tone: Mesa/Boogie*. Historically renowned as the first boutique…

About Fender – the brand that revolutionized the electric guitar instruments industry

Fender — the name that changed our perception about guitars   There is hardly a person in the world who listens to music and in…

Curated Staff Playlist: Feel and Chill.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

The Ultimate Gear Setup for Guitar and Electronic Music Production By Rathomi

I started my journey into music production as a vocalist. Along the way,I felt tired and bored of learning other artists’ songs, so I decided…

Loudest, Heaviest, Fastest, Tightest Amplifikation to Date.

Coming Soon. Our Loudest, Heaviest, Fastest, Tightest Amplifikation to date. Amplifikation is a series of guitar amp simulator software by KUASSA. Available soon for VST,…

Substantive #3 – Event Review

Subtractive Collective and Indo Modular presents an audio-visual show called SUBSTANTIVE #3 on the 4th of June, 2022, at the Little Contrast, Bandung, Indonesia. This…

How to Sound Like Joe Satriani

What arises in your mind when you hear the word “Guitar”? The spontaneous response for most of us is physical guitar. What is your association…

Curated Staff Playlist: Rathomi’s Multiverse of Madness

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Strength. Survival. Dominance.

Strength. Survival. Dominance. More info soon.

How to Sound Like Muse

“Hysteria” Tone Recreation After the decline of each musical style, it is logical that a new, improved, more comprehensive one should be born, which leads…

Curated Staff Playlist: Grahadea’s on The Ride

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Kuassa User Highlight: Vol. 2

Join the Fellowship! Introducing a number of musicians, engineers, and content creators who always have a Kuassa plugin on their setup.   Rayhan Sudrajat Favorite…

10 of the most popular guitar amps ever

  Today, everyone can choose their sound to their tone preference, but let’s think about how this became possible. If we dig back in time…

Kuassa User Highlight Vol. 1

Join the Fellowship! Introducing a number of musicians, engineers, and content creators who always have a Kuassa plugin on their setup.   Gung Harley Favorite…

The Orange Mastodon of the Pleistocene Guitar Tones

How to sound like Mastodon with Amplifikation Clarent. Is there such a combination where you can hear bright cleans , rich bass, killer gain and…

How to Sound Like Foo Fighters with Amplifikation Lancaster

The Pretender Foo Fighters In the beginning of the 90’s, the world was fascinated by the recently famous rock band Nirvana. And this wasn’t surprising.…

This year is our 12th year, and we got a new logo!

Introducing Kuassa's new logo. An amalgamation from elements of our old logo, into a stronger, bolder, packed form. This delivers a message about a united…

[ENDED] Kuassa 12th Anniversary Sale: Up to 63% on guitar amps, guitar effects, and studio effects!

Save up to 63% on Kuassa guitar amps, guitar effects, and studio effects! Kuassa 12th Anniversary Sale. Celebrating our 12 years of business. We released…

Stuff picking by Our Team: Best Speaker for Everyday Use

Dania – JBL Charge 4 It’s portable and waterproof. I like it because it sounds entertaining and focused. It’s also available in pink.  Dimi –…

[Ended] Kuassa Amp Week Sale 2022 up 50% discount only for the next ten days.

Amps, Amplifiers, Amplification and our Amplifikations are sacred to us. It marks our journey to the pro-audio and music production scene. Get our range of…

Maple vs Rosewood fingerboards

  Maple and Rosewood Fingerboards   Maple and Rosewood are the most used woods in the guitar fretboards. From years of experience the guitar players…

The American and The British Amp Tone

For 60 years and still counting, guitar players everywhere are always looking for a specific guitar tone. The tone comes from their guitar, then your…

An Invitation for You to Join Us on IMSTA FESTA Germany 2021

IMSTA FESTA 2021. An Annual Show for Music Makers. Join Our Exhibition There! IMSTA FESTA is a celebration of music technology that brings manufacturers face…

Cerberus Bass Amp (Plug-ins Version) Got a New Update Ver.1.1.1

Changes in Ver. 1.1.1: Dry / Wet GUI not updating bug. fixed Minor improvements Go to our download page to get the latest installer. Note:…

[Ended] It’s Black Friday Sale! Up to 72% Kuassa Plug-ins and Rack Extensions

Kuassa Black Friday Sale 2021 Is ON! Plugin and Rack Extension starts from $9 Best prices guaranteed, Get Up to 72% of all of Kuassa…

Imsta Festa Latino America 2021 on November 20, 2021.

Announcement for all of our Latin American Customers, We will have a presentation on our Amplifikation 360 Software in collaboration with IMSTA FESTA Latino America…

We will participate at IMSTA FESTA 2021! See you there.

IMSTA (International Music Software Trade Association) FESTA is a celebration of music technology to brings music software manufacturers face to face with their users. Please…

[Ended] Amplifikation Lancaster Intro Price Extended until September 5th, 2021.

To Celebrate Amplifikation Lancaster RE's release. We extend the plugin version's 50% off intro price until September 5th, 2021. Get it now! >>> Amplifikation Lancaster…

[Intro Price Ended] Amplifikation Lancaster Rack Extension Released!

Reason Studio users rejoice! We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of Amplifikation Lancaster RE. Available through Reason Studios Shop! Amplifikation Lancaster RE is…

Amplifikation 360 Version 1.0.5 Update

Make the most of Amplifikation Lancaster by updating to Amplifikation 360 Ver. 1.0.5. Featuring Amplifikation Lancaster modules (3 amps and 1 FX), and a resizable…

New updates for Creme (Ver. 1.4.0), Vermilion (Ver. 1.2.0) & Cerberus (Ver. 1.1.0) Plugins

        Updates for Amplifikation Creme Ver. 1.4.0, Amplifikation Vermilion Ver. 1.2.0 & Cerberus Bass Amp Ver. 1.1.0.   Amplifikation Creme ver.1.4.0 Release…

Kuassa Announces New Amplifikation Guitar Amp Sim.

The wait is almost over! Coming in August 2021 (Wish us luck). Due to popular demand, We present to you our new Virtual Guitar Amp…

EVE-AT1 & EVE-AT4 UPDATED TO VER.1.2.0

Kuassa just announces the updated version of EVE-AT1 & EVE-AT4. Get the latest version now. EVE-AT1 Ver.1.2.0 Release Notes: - Breaking update: bypass, highCutFreq, highFreq,…

Kratos Updated to Ver.2.1.0 & EVE-MP5 Updated to Ver.1.10

Kuassa just announces the updated version of Kratos 2 Maximizer & EVE-MP5. Get the latest version now.   Kratos 2 Maximizer Ver.2.1.0 Release Notes: Breaking…

[ENDED] Summer Sale. All Plugins 50% Off! Bundles Get Additional Discount. Ends: Aug 1, 2021

Kuassa announces Summer Sale. Offering their amp plug-ins, effect pedal plug-ins, and studio effects at a 50% discount, encouraging guitarists and producers to produce more…

Amplifikation 360 Update Version 1.0.4 is Now Available ⚡

Update now to the latest version of Amplifikation 360 with the latest bug fixes and improvements. Amplifikation 360 Ver.1.0.4 Release Notes: Logic Pro sync bug…

[Ended] Kuassa May Madness Sale! Up to 40% Off until May 31, 2021

Kuassa Announces May Madness Sale 2021. Get up to 40% OFF our top-selling Amps & FXs.   Big savings on Amplifikations: Cerberus, Matchlock, The new…

Kuassa Updates Efektor Graphic EQ, Delay, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, and Tremolo to Ver. 1.1.1

Quick Update from our Efektor Series Efektor DL3606 Delay, CH3604 Chorus, FL3606 Flanger, PH3605 Phaser, and TR3604 Tremolo  Ver. 1.1.1 change:   – Logic Pro…

[ENDED] Kuassa Announces 11th Anniversary Sale. 50% off all Amplifikations and Studio FXs. Up to 40% Off Efektors. And more on Bundles!

` Started: April 2, 2021 Ends: May 2, 2021 Crank it up to 11! We are turning 11 this April. So e present you this year's Kuassa Anniversary Sale,…

Kuassa Updates Amplifikation Caliburn and Matchlock to Version 1.1.0

Kuassa has updated two of their 3rd Generation Amps; Amplifikation Caliburn and Amplifikation Matchlock, to version 1.1.0. Amplifikation Caliburn Ver.1.1.0 Update: Breaking update: onBypass, inputChannel, gateOn, oversampling, ampOn, ampType, ampChannel, stereoCabIrOn, cabOnA, cabTypeA, micTypeA, micPhaseOnA, micAngledOnA, cabOnB, cabTypeB, micTypeB, micPhaseOnB, autoIrResampleOn, outputFilterOn, and limiterOn parameter automation…

[Done] Scheduled Maintenance Completed – Kuassa Member Area

Please be advised that to improve customer experience in our Member Area (https://member.kuassa.com), we will be performing a server migration that will require (max.) 2 days interruption of…

[Ended] Kuassa Efektor Week Sale 40% OFF – All Efektors at $15

Kuassa Efektor Week – 40% Off all Efektors Efektor devices are our culmination of the latest DSP research made after studying an extensive collection of…

Update Alert from: Efektor DL3606 Delay & Efektor RV3604 Reverb to Ver.1.1.0

Efektor DL 3606 Delay & Efektor RV3604 Reverb Updated to Version 1.1.0 Efektor DL3606 Delay Ver.1.1.0 Breaking update: onBypass, delayType, pingpongOn, delaySyncOn, delaySync, stereoModOn, rateSyncOn,…

Update Alert From: Efektor CP3603 Compressor & Efektor WF3607 Wah to Ver.1.1.0

Efektor CP3603 Compressor Ver.1.1.0 – Breaking update: onBypass, compressorType, and linkOn parameter automation behaviors changed, old DAW projects saved from the previous version will have unexpected parameter automation results. However,…

[Ended] Kuassa Amp Week Up to 61% Off all Kuassa Amplifikation Guitar/Bass Amp Plugins.

Kuassa Amp Week Up to 61% Off all Kuassa Amplifikation Guitar/Bass Amp Plugins. Started: February 10, 2021 Ends: February 24, 2021 Some say it’s a Guitar Amp Simulator, others…

Update Alert From Efektor Distortions to Ver. 1.1.0

Kuassa Has Updated Their Efektor Distortion Pedal FXs to Version 1.1.0 Changes as follows: Efektor DS3603 Ver.1.1.0: Breaking update: onBypass, distortionType, and oversampling parameter automation behaviors changed, old DAW…

[DONE!] Kuassa WebShop Maintenance

Please be advised that FastSpring, our e-commerce partner, will be performing scheduled maintenance for an infrastructure upgrade that will require a brief interruption of the…

Update Alert: Efektor Modulations Updated to Version 1.1.0

Kuassa has updated their Efektor Modulation Pedal FXs to Version 1.1.0 Changes as follows: Efektor CH3604 Ver.1.1.0: Breaking update: onBypass, chorusType, rateSync, stereo, and sync parameter automation behaviors changed, old DAW…

Update Announcement for our free Efektor GQ3607 Graphic Equalizer.

Efektor GQ3607 Graphic Equalizer Ver.1.1.0 Changes: - Breaking update(!): onBypass, equalizerType parameter automation behaviors changed, old DAW projects saved from the previous version will have unexpected parameter automation result.…

Amplifikation 360 updated to Ver. 1.0.3

Amplifikation 360 updated to Ver. 1.0.3 with changes as follows. Ver.1.0.3: New Clarent amps and cabinets module added. Caliburn and Matchlock amps clicking sound when changing channels: fixed.…

Amplifikation Clarent is Now Available as Reason Studios’ Rack Extension

Following the release of Amplifikation Clarent guitar amp simulator plug-in for VST, VST3, AAX, Audio Unit and Amplifikation 360 Module format, now Kuassa announces the…

[Ended] Surprise for you. Amplifikation Clarent Joins Amplifikation 360 Bundle for FREE. Or Get It at Holiday Intro Price

Thunderous Rockin’s Amplifiers. There are no other guitar amplifiers other than Orange Amplifiers* whose looks and presence are as unique as their sounds. Instantly recognizable by…

New Product Coming Soon! Joining Kuassa Amplifikation 360 Bundle Family

Kuassa uses a different approach to mix and match the tones from different inspirations for each channel, resulting in six distinct sounds for you to…

Best Guitar Gear According to Juan Prahamma, Kuassa VP of Operations & Product Engineering

JUAN PRAHAMMA HARTJAMT; Linux freak, guitar shred nerd, and a manga otaku. Well known among his colleagues with his speed tapping and typing on both…

Best Dirt Pedals for Every Budget: Overdrive, Distortion, and Fuzz

The first time I bought an electric guitar, the second item I wanted to buy was a “distortion” pedal. To tell the truth, I didn’t…

Amplifikation 360 Ver.1.0.2 Update:

BIG UPDATE FOR AMPLIFIKATION 360 USERS! The all-time favorite Free Guitar Amp Simulator is now included as a free module inside Amplifikation 360! Changes in…

macOS Catalina, Logic Pro X, and GarageBand Troubleshooting

Apple macOS Catalina is a big and important release. On this latest release, they ditch 32-bit completely, so it only runs 64-bit apps and plug-ins.…

Amplifikation 360 Updated to Version 1.0.1

Kuassa just updated their new Amplifikation 360: “Free Modular Playground for Amplifikations and Efektors” both standalone app for Mac/Windows and VST/VST3/Audio Unit/AAX plug-ins to v1.0.1…

Amplifikation 360: Free Modular Playground for Amplifikations & Efektors

A wrapper, integrator, a host, or just let’s say it’s a playground for the guitarist. Mix, integrate, explore, and perform with Kuassa Amplifikations and Efektors…

Kuassa Release Efektor RV3604 Reverb

EFEKTOR RV3604 REVERB Intro Price Ended! Probably The most commonly used effect. Somewhat tricky, but the use of reverb could be the boundary between a…

Efektor DL3606 Delay Release

Bandung, October 18th, 2019 – Kuassa Announces Efektor DL3606 Delay at Intro Price. (((ON REPEAT))) Delay. It’s probably one of the most essential effects in…

Efektor Custom Bundle Release

Bandung, October 18th, 2019 – Kuassa Announces Efektor Custom Bundle at Intro Price. Due to high demand, Kuassa announces their Efektor Custom Bundle guitar effects…

New Free Update for WF3607 Wah / Filter Rack Extension

New 1.0.1 update for our best selling guitar effects plugin software: Efektor WF3607 Wah Filter. Designed to mimic the “wa wa” sound from a Wah…

There’s a Bigger Reason for You to Go Rack Extension

Propellerhead Software (Now Reason Studio) just released the new version 11 of their sweet Reason DAW. Offering many new great features and an unexpected twist…

Meet our Resellers: The Best Place to Buy Our Products

Did you know that you can also get our products through our resellers? These are among the best stores that are mainly selling audio plugins,…

Kuassa Releases Rack Extension Version of the Free Efektor GQ3607 Graphic Equalizer

Kuassa has released their free Efektor GQ3607 Graphic Equalizer for Propellerhead Reason’s Rack Extension platform for free, exclusively through the Propellerhead Shop. The Rack Extension…

Kuassa Release 7-band Graphic Equalizer Pedal Effect Plug-in

Kuassa releases a new Efektor pedal effects plug-in modeled after useful equalization tools for guitarists and bass players throughout decades. Efektor GQ3607 allows you to…

Kuassa Updates Their Plug-ins and Rack Extensions: Caliburn (v. 1.0.6), Matchlock (v. 1.0.1), Efektor Modulation Bundle RE (v. 1.0.2), Vermilion RE (v. 1.2.3), Creme RE (v. 1.1.2), Cerberus Bass RE (v. 1.1.0)

Updates for the Kuassa VST/VST3/Audio Unit/AAX Plug-ins and Standalone can be downloaded via Kuassa downloads page. While updates for Rack Extension version can be accessed from…

Job Vacancy. We Are Looking for Two C++ Programmers

Est. 2010. Bandung, Indonesia. Kuassa is a team of musicians/engineers developing Pro-Audio software for musicians. Started out as a trusted recording studio in the vast…

Kuassa Best Of 2018

The year 2018 has ended. It was the year we felt a lot of learning and achievement that was quite satisfying for ourselves as individuals…

Efektor CP3603 Compressor Update 1.0.1 & Efektor DS3603 Distortion, Efektor FZ3603 Fuzz and Efektor OD3603 Overdrive Update 1.0.6

We always work hard to improve, this time we are updating our Efektor products: Efektor CP3603 Compressor: – Load project bug on Cakewalk by Bandlab: fixed.…

KUASSA RELEASES Ver. 1.0.5 UPDATE FOR AMPLIFIKATION CALIBURN (ALL FORMATS)

Our hot new product, the Marshall Amp Simulator: Amplifikation Caliburn has taken pleased users in many part of the world. But we still push ourself to…

Update Your Amplifikation Caliburn RE To Ver 1.0.1 Now

Update: Amplifikation Caliburn RE 1.0.1 We always work hard to improve your user experience using our Rack Extension device.  Check your Propellerhead product page to update…

Kuassa Release Updates For Amplifikation Caliburn Version 1.0.1

Kuassa has updated their newly released Amplifikation Caliburn Guitar Amp Simulator audio plugin to v1.0.1. The updates are for VST/VST3/AU/AAX and Standalone users of Amplifikation Caliburn.…

Kuassa Amplifikation Caliburn: Brand new guitar amplifier simulator based on British legendary amplifiers

“TURN ME UP, ROCK ME AWAY!” Our brand new guitar amp simulator called Amplifikation Caliburn, which we are confident to say that this is our…

Kuassa Release Free Download Efektor Silencer Review by Bedroom Producers Blog

A year has passed since we released the Efektor Distortion audio plugins: a series of effects inspired by a number of guitar distortion, overdrive, and…

TOP 3 Selling Kuassa Product

At the time of posting this article, Kuassa is turning 8 years old. From our catalog, here are the top three best selling product in…

Kuassa Teams Up with Anymo Guitars

January 31st, 2018. Bandung, Indonesia – A revolutionary acoustic guitars with a forward thinking design aesthetics join forces with Kuassa. Kuassa is proud to announce their…

Best of 2017

2017 been a hectic years for us. Aside from the usual development projects in the pipeline, we are also exhibiting in a lot of places…

Kuassa Updates All Efektor Modulations, Silencer RE and EVE-AT4

Changes: VST, VST3, AU and AAX: https://www.kuassa.com/downloads/ Efektor CH3604 Chorus (Ver.1.0.1): Chorus Ensemble stereo mode enhanced Minor code improvement Efektor FL3606 Flanger (Ver.1.0.1): Minor code improvement…

Kuassa Released Efektor CP3603 Compressor

Our newest addition of the Efektor Pedal Effect Series called CP3603 Compressor is now available for purchase at $25. Available for both VST/VST3/Audio Unit/AAX plug-ins…

Kuassa Released Efektor Modulation Bundle for Rack Extension

The Rack Extension version of Efektor CH3604 Chorus, FL3606 Flanger, PH3605 Phaser, and TR3604 Tremolo are now available at the Propellerhead Shop. The bundle of…

Kuassa Release 1.0.5 Update for Efektor DS3603, FZ3603 and OD3603 (Plug-ins and Rack Extensions)

Release Note: 1.05 RE: – phase alignment issues on oversampling. Fixed. 1.05 Update VST/VST3/AU/AAX: – Phase alignment issue on oversampling above 48k samplerate. Fixed. Get…

Kuassa Follows-up Efektor Series with Efektor Modulation Bundle

August 25th, 2017. Bandung, Indonesia - Based on popular demand, Kuassa unleash a quartet of modulation effect pedal emulations: CH3604 Chorus, FL3606 Flanger, PH3605 Phaser,…

Kuassa Release Updates for Efektor DS3603, FZ3603, OD3603 and Silencer Plug-ins

We received reports regarding warning from some users using Avast Antivirus on their Windows. The warning is caused by a late recognition by Avast to…

Kuassa releases three guitar effect plug-ins: EFEKTOR DS3603, FZ3603 and OD3603

July 2017, Bandung, Indonesia - Kuassa is now releases three effect emulation plug-ins based on distortion, overdrive and fuzz guitar effect pedals. Originally modeled after…

Kuassa Releases EFEKTOR Guitar FX Series for Rack Extension

Bandung, December 9 2016. Kuassa has announced the immediate availability of their new Guitar FX series for Propellerhead Reason’s Rack Extension format called EFEKTOR. This…

We just updated our Rack Extensions: EVE-AT Series to v1.1.0, EVE-MP5 to v1.0.2, and Kratos 2 Maximizer to v2.0.3

We just updated our studio Rack Extensions: Kratos 2 Maximizer, EVE-AT Series Equalizer, and EVE-MP5 Equalizer Changes on Kratos 2 Maximizer (version 2.0.3): Versioning altered to 2.x.x…

Kuassa updates EVE-AT Series Equalizer (1.1.5), EVE-MP5 Equalizer (1.0.5), and Kratos 2 Maximizer (2.0.3)

Kuassa has updated Kratos 2 Maximizer, EVE-AT Series Equalizer, and EVE-MP5 Equalizer EVE-AT Equalizer series to Ver.1.1.5 License authorization issue on some computers using special…

Kuassa updates Amplifikation Creme RE (v1.1.0), Amplifikation Vermilion RE (v1.2.0)

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation Creme Rack Extension to v1.1.0 and Amplifikation Vermilion guitar amp Rack Extension to v1.2.0. Changes: New oversampling options on the back…

New Update for Creme, Cerberus, and Vermilion VST/VST3/AU/AAX/Standalone Plug-ins

Change notes: Cerberus Bass Amplifikation Ver. 1.0.8: Denormal issues: fixed License authorization bug in computers using special character: fixed Amplifikation Creme Ver. 1.3.3 & Amplifikation…

Kuassa releases standalone version of their Amplifikation plugins, and release preset converter utilities for their Rack Extensions

For giving their users support in getting the most of their products, Kuassa has releases the standalone version of Amplifikation Creme, Amplifikation Vermilion, and Cerberus Bass…

Kuassa Updates Amplifikation Creme to 1.3.2, and Amplifikation Vermilion to 1.1.1

Changes on Amplifikation Creme 1.3.2: Bug when using same preset name on different folder fixed Bug on “Amp Type II” when Sample Rate higher than 96.000Hz…

Cerberus Bass Amp VST/VST3/AU/AAX updated to 1.0.5

Changes: IR Resample feature added Bug when using same preset name on different folder fixed Bug on non ASCII license name fixed User manual updated…

Cerberus Bass Amp gets CM Performance Award

Cerberus Bass Amp VST – VST3 – Audio Units – AAX – Rack Extension gets 9/10 score, Performance Award, and Value Award from Computer Music…

Kuassa Updates Amplifikation Creme to 1.3.0. Now supports VST3 and AAX

     Presenting the 1.3.0 update for Amplifikation Creme vst plugins: addition of two 4×12 cabinets; Standard British and Vintage British (4 x 12), Impulse Response resampling,…

New Version: Kratos 2 Released! Now supports VST3, AAX, and RE

     Presenting the latest version of Kuassa’s ooh-so-handy limiter / loudness maximizer: Kratos 2 Maximizer; featuring the new Adaptive Mode for Attack and Release parameters, dithering…

Introducing: Kuassa Member Area

Introducing the newest feature for Kuassa customers: Member Area Migrating to a new computer? lost your license? Kuassa Member Area is place where Kuassa native…

Kuassa Release EVE-MP5 50s Equalizer for VST – VST3 – AU – AAX. Updates Cerberus and EVE-AT

After receiving rave reviews from the Reason Rack Extension communities. Now EVE-MP5 are also available for other major platforms; VST, VST3, Audio Units, and AAX…

EVE-AT Series Equalizers Are Now Receiving VST3 and AAX treatment

     VST3 users and Pro Tools enthusiast rejoice! The Version 1.1.0 of EVE-AT Series Equalizers introduces the VST3 and AAX for more future proof support. In addition,…

KUASSA RELEASES CERBERUS BASS AMPLIFIKATION FOR VST, VST3, Audio Units, and AAX

March 2015, Bandung, Indonesia – Following the release of Cerberus Bass Amplifikation for Rack Extension format. Now Kuassa releases native plug-ins version for other major…

Kuassa releases EVE-MP5 Program Equalizer Rack Extension

Kuassa has announced the release EVE-MP5 as a Rack Extension effect for Propellerhead Reason. It’s available now at an introductory price this holiday (ends January…

Kuassa Releases Cerberus Bass Amp Rack Extension for Reason

Kuassa has announced the release of the Cerberus Bass Amp as a Rack Extension effect format for Propellerhead Reason 6.5 and later. From the maker…

New Amplifikation One-Vermilion hybrid preset by Navire Creux ~ [Vote for him!]

Axel Ante from Navire Creux just finished a new instrumental metal track using a hybrid combo of Amplifikation One for the Head section, and Amplifikation…

Kuassa releases EVE-AT1, EVE-AT4, and EVE-AT Bundle Rack Extensions for Reason

Kuassa has announced the release of the EVE-AT1 and EVE-AT4 classic British equalizers in the Rack Extension format for Propellerhead Reason 6.5 and later. Available…

Amplifikation Creme: Now in Rack Extension for Reason

Hard rockers, metalheads, raise your horns! Here is another reason to go Reason. Equip your axe and deliver sonic mayhem with this modern high gain…

Amplifikation Vermilion: Now in Rack Extension for Reason

Guitar players now have a new reason to go Reason. Whatever your playing style is, from country clean to somewhat heavy metal, this amplifier will…

Kuassa Introduces EVE-AT Series Equalizer

 AT1 & AT4 Kuassa Introduces the EVE-AT Series Equalizers Bandung, Indonesia, May 29, 2013 – Kuassa announces the availability of its new EVE-AT Series equalizer…

Our 3rd Anniversary!

Kuassa Inc was first established 3 years ago at our humble studio/office in Bandung, Indonesia. The name “Kuassa” was first conceived of as an inside…

Amplifikation Creme earns Merit Award APICTA 2012!

Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards have entered the 12th year. The annual international awards held since 2001 which serves its main purpose as an event of networking and product benchmarking between Asia-Pacific’s finest developers and entrepreneurs in the field of IT. APICTA AWARDS 2012 was held…

We’ve been nominated for Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards 2012!

We are happy to inform you that Amplifikation Series been nominated for Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) 2012! The judging night will be held on…

Quick Update for Mac Installers

Dear Users, We’ve just uploaded a minor revision for all Mac installers.This will address these issues:  – MAC AU: Fixes AU validation issues in Mac…

We Are Now 64-bit Compatible for PC and Mac

  We are updating all of our free and Commercial plug-ins along with including 64-bit versions for OS X and Windows. Get them here!   Changes: Amplifikation…

Attention Mac Protools Users!

For all users who runs Kuassa plug-ins in their Protools (Mac) using VST-RTAS Adapter/Wrapper, now we have a test version for all Kuassa plug-ins with…

Kuassa Releases basiQ: a Free 3 Band Baxandall EQ

  Kuassa announces free 3-band equalizer plugin: basiQ December 2011, Bandung, Indonesia – Kuassa is proud to announce the release of basiQ. basiQ is an…

UPDATE: Kuassa Updates Kratos Maximizer, Amplifikation One, and Creme

Amplifikation One, Creme, and Kratos Maximizer are getting new updates! Download the updates HERE What’s New: Kratos Maximizer V.1.0.7 (October 27, 2011) – Parameter values…

Kuassa Updates Kratos Maximizer to Version 1.0.5

Kuassa has updated Kratos Maximizer to Version 1.0.5 Changes in ver 1.0.5: Improved knee behavior Improved graphics Smoother knob response The new version can be downloaded here.  …

Kuassa Releases Kratos Maximizer, a new mastering limiter plugin

Kratos Maximizer is a transparent, mastering grade look-ahead brickwall limiter and loudness maximizer. Put it on your master channel to give that loud, commercial quality…

UPDATE: Amplifikation One 1.2.2 is released!

Amplifikation One are improving! Download version 1.2.2 of Kuassa Amplifikation One HERE Version History: V.1.2.2 (May 27, 2011) – Preset and bank are cross-compatible for…

UPDATE: Amplifikation Creme Ver.1.2.0 Released!

Get a wider guitar sound with the new cabinet stereo mode of Amplifikation Creme. Go get it now! Ver.1.2.0 Download What’s new on Ver.1.2.0? –…

UPDATE: Amplifikation One 1.2 is released!

Amplifikation One are improving continuously! Download version 1.2 of Kuassa Amplifikation One HERE Version History: V.1.2.0 (March 7, 2011) – Input channel selector added –…

UPDATE: AMPLIFIKATION LITE VER.1.1.1 HAS BEEN RELEASED!

Amplifikation Lite are getting much better! Download here Changes on Ver.1.1.1: – Cabinet & IR Loader engine improved (faster calculation) – IR Loader bug on…

Update: Amplifikation Creme Ver.1.1.0 has been released!

We recommend every user to update their installation of Amplifikation Creme with the current Ver. 1.1.0 release. Go get it now!   VER. 1.1.0 Download What’s…

Kuassa Updates AMPLIFIKATION ONE to V.1.1.1

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation One to v1.1.1 Changes: – Mac OSX Audio Units validation issue fixed – Quad Impulse Response Loader volume sliders automatically turns…

Update: Amplifikation One Ver.1.1.0 has been released

We are happy to announce the availability of V.1.1.0 update for Amplifikation One owners. Introducing a 4-channel Impulse Response Loader with configurable routing options useful…

Kuassa Official Support Forum goes online!

Dear Kuassa users, At this time our official support forum is online now. If you have any question to us regarding feature requests, bug reports,…

A Question From KVRAudio Member: Update/Upgrade Policy

Taken from http://www.kvraudio.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=4186693 caleb82 wrote: Just two last questions that keep me from hitting the BUY button.  Can the preamps/cabinet sims etc. be deactivated, so…

New Amp Teaser: Available Soon Exclusively for Amplifikation One Registered Users!

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Kuassa has updated Amplifikation Lite to Ver. 1.1.0 (Win) and Released Mac AU & VST Versions

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation Lite to Ver. 1.1.0 (Win) and Released Mac AU & VST Versions Version 1.1.0 update list: – Impulse-Response Loader added –…

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation One to Ver.1.0.1 (WIn) and Released Mac AU & VST Versions

Kuassa has updated Amplifikation One to Ver.1.0.1 (WIndows) and Released Mac AU & VST Versions Here is the updated list: Lower noise level on evaluation…

Kuassa Unveils Amplifikation One

KUASSA UNVEILS AMPLIFIKATION ONE –  Guitar amp software by the maker of AradazAmp, we keep it simple and make it Rock!- Kuassa, Inc. is proud…

Kuassa Amplifikation Lite: Coming Soon to Your Mac!

Kuassa Amplifikation Lite, free version of Kuassa’s upcoming guitar amp software plugin for windows will be available soon for Macintosh users. Kuassa Amplifikation Lite‘s engine is…

Project under development: Kuassa Amplifikation One

Coming Soon! Discover the tones that you’ve never heard before! Kuassa will release “Kuassa Amplifikation” in a short time. Kuassa Amplifikation is a full version…

Efektor Blues River and Blues Barker Now Available

Bandung, Indonesia – May 23, 2025 — Available individually or together as the Efektor Blues Brother Bundle, these two plugins bring classic analog overdrive tones into the…

New Amp Release – Kuassa Amplifikation Arkhive

A pivotal guitar amplifier plugin featuring three unique amp types, each with three distinct channels and dedicated “mod” voicing, making it a highly versatile all-in-one…

Announcement: Efektor Whammo Just Got Even Better!

As our way of saying thanks, we’re excited to share a special gift with you—a free update for one of our best-selling plugins, Efektor Whammo, the…

Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1 Update

Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1 Update – We’ve Heard You! We’ve released Efektor Filtrator v1.0.1, addressing the popping sound issue reported on some systems. Your feedback made this…

The Essential Guitar Effects Rig for Reggae

The sound of Reggae, Dub, and Ska has evolved over the decades, shaped not only by rhythm and melody but also by the creative use…

Exploring the Roots: The Sound of Indonesian Reggae

This article explores the cultural connections between Jamaica and Indonesia, the rise of reggae in Indonesia, and how Kuassa’s Jah Vibes Bundle provides tools for…

New Release. Efektor Echolyte Analog Delay is Now Available.

Introducing Kuassa Efektor Echolyte, a 3-in-1 analog-inspired bucket brigade delay Plugin Adding more into the Efektor series, Kuassa brings you Efektor Echolyte, an echo/delay plugin…

Introducing 3-in-1 iconic British overdrive: Drive, Gvnr, and Shred.

  Kuassa Efektor Grandmaster is a comprehensive plugin crafted with high precision to capture the iconic tones of three legendary Marshall* distortion pedals: the Guv'nor,…

Why There’s so many fuzz? Our Top 10 of Big Muff Variants.

  This comprehensive exploration delves into the rich tapestry of the top 10 Big Muff variants. Beginning with the iconic Triangle Pi Reference Board, the…

Introducing New Fuzz Efektor: Your 10-in-1 Fuzz Arsenal Awaits.

Teaser Alert!  Get ready to dive into a universe of iconic fuzz tones!  This weekend, Kuassa is unveiling a new Fuzz guitar effect plugin –…

Pop-Vibes of “Neon Arp” Preset from Synth Essential Bundle

In the realm of electronic music production, few genres evoke the nostalgic allure of the past quite like synthwave and hyperpop. With the "Neon Arp"…

Embrace Ghibli’s Lo-fi Nostalgia with “No Face” Preset from Synth Essential Bundle

  Are you a fan of Studio Ghibli movies, captivated by their enchanting music and evocative soundscapes? Do you find yourself drawn to the nostalgic…

Kurt Cobain – Nirvana – “smells like teen spirit” Distorted Tones with Plugins

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Vote for Amplifikation VVV as Best Distortion/Saturation Plugin 2022 – Plugin Boutique Award

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Mezink Academy x Kuassa: Guitar Recording 101 Using Guitar Amp Simulators with Avedis Mutter.

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John Petrucci – The Mirror Guitar Tone

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Amplifikation 360 Preset Walkthrough with Ginda Bestari

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The American and The British Amp Tone

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Fuzz Effects Explained

Texture wise, we can say that a nice “clean tone” feels like a model’s straight, silky hair after spa treatment, “overdriven tone” feels like the…

Distortion Effects Explained

  Distortion is one of the most avoided and at the same time desired effect for musicians, able to give extra harmonics and long sustain  to…

Overdrive Effects Explained

Overdrive pedal effects designed to simulate the creamy sound of an overdriven tube amp or to giving a taste of gain boosted tube amp. Overdrive…

Best cheap audio interface / sound card for amp simulators (with tips!)

One day, a good recording session goes wrong when our good old audio interface / sound card suddenly stops working without prior symptoms, then we…

Good Day by Dimi [Free Stems Download with Settings, and Presets]

Our product specialist, Dimitar Nalbantov just made a full song as a free download for his new song called “Good Day”, complete with audio stems, settings…

Five Reasons Why Amp Simulators Are Better Than Real Amps

There are several things we aware in music production. Why there’s still many people being skeptical on amp simulator quality while amp simulators aren’t that…

Kuassa Various Amplifikation Presets Pack #1

Holla Guys!! We just uploaded a new preset pack called. Kuassa Various Guitar Amplifikation Preset Pack #1 It’s made Dimitar Nalbantov to celebrate his newly appointed position…

Best Cheap Studio Monitors for mixing Guitar Amp Simulator

In this article, we gather a number of budget / cheap studio monitors suitable for guitar amp simulators in a small bedroom studio situation. For anyone…

A Short Guide to EQ Plugins

As we all know every sound/audio signal has its own frequency and that’s where EQ plugins comes to set their role. Every sound has its…

Best Mixing Headphones under $200

It’s a common knowledge that you should not mixing or mastering using a headphone due to many reasons. But if treating your room’s acoustic is not…

Recording Flawless Guitar to the Amplifikation Plugin. Part 3: Real World Counterpart

The modeled, simulated behavior of the guitar amplifier softwares are basically mimicking every character, nuances, even including imperfections of their analog counterparts. Therefore, a “real…

Recording Flawless Guitar to the Amplifikation Plugin part 2: Tone Building Workflow

To achieve flawless tone, the second important thing is by building the tone by yourself. We already include a number of default presets to accomodate…

Recording Flawless Guitar to the Amplifikation Plugin, Part 1: Gear

Define your intended guitar sound and/or genre according your subjective taste. This will help you to set a clearer goals, thus prevent a meaningless tweaking especially…

Mastering for Beginners Part 3: Tone Equalization using Reaper and EVE-AT1

1. Tone balancing: First Step In this stage we attempt to appropriately balance the various frequency ranges from low to high. Imagine making a burger;…

Mastering for Beginners Part 2: Use plugins and references appropriately

This is the second part of the Kuassa mastering tutorial, discussing the second most important factor of mastering process: references, goals, and plugins. Along with…

Mastering for Beginners Part. 1: Know Thy Gear

The first part of Kuassa’s mastering tutorial. To start mastering, start by by getting familiar about the gears you own to make sure it doesn’t get…

Best Cheap & Compact MIDI Keyboard Controller 2015

One of our team ask me about a recommendation for a MIDI keyboard controller for helping his side project doing music for Dreadout. It should be…

Clean-Drive Switcher Combinators for Amplifikation Rack Extensions

There's a reason why guitar effect pedals are also commonly called as a stompbox. Nothing can defeat that satisfying feeling when picking the clean guitar  within…

Amplifikation Guitar Amp Plugin Hacks For EDM Producers

Synthesizers: from post-punk experimentation to the synth-pop’s prominent instruments which shaped the face of pop music in the 80’s. Gary Numan is one of the…

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REDEEM INSTRUCTION Here's the step-by-step guide to redeeming your personal license on member.kuassa.com both from our store or from our resellers 1.Have You Installed the…

Comparing the EVE-AT1 and Ableton Live’s Built-in EQ plugins

The Goal Arguably, some musicians or bands are still trying to keep the authenticity of their songs, but in contrary, audio engineers are debatably trying…

Using Amplifikation One and EVE-MP5 Audio Plugins for EDM Bassline

In this article we explain the fundamentals of creating bassline using Kuassa’s audio plugins’ effects collection. Even-though the most dominant part of Electronic Dance Music…

Vintage Tone Shaping Equalizer On Modern Music

Equalizer does help a lot. And there are tons of audio plugins of equalizers available out there. Some are included as a default plugins when you…

How to Improve Your Home Production Mix

Have you tried to mix your own song? Maybe 99% of you would think that it’s not as perfect as the mix done by your favorite producers…

The Best of Cheap DAW Recording Software 2015

We live in a strange society, while majority of people associate high price tags as equal with higher quality, but they love cheap products justified…

VST Plugins: Development and What You Need to Know About it

What would happen if Steinberg didn’t invent VST (Virtual Studio Technology) back in 1996? Most of us would be still using costly hardwares, music production…

Producer’s Block: How to Get Your Creativity Back

I’m getting an idea to write this article after stumbled upon this Rack Extensionist thread and think that this is one of the most common situation…

From Rebirth RB-338 to Rack Extension

Started with Rebirth at the 90's, Reason jumpstart it's popularity among Electronic Music Producers until the incorporation of Propellerhead Record to Reason and the release…

Guitar Amp Simulator for Post-Metal and Beyond

Despite the ongoing debate about newer metal subgenres; djent, sludge, doom, stoner, black, death, etc. We should be thankful that the metal music we hear these…

Kratos to Kratos 2 Upgrade Deal

You need an account in our member area to access the Kratos 2 Maximizer upgrade purchase page. Please follow this link for our member area…

Introducing: Kuassa Member Area

Introducing the newest feature for Kuassa customers: Member Area Migrating to a new computer? lost your license? Kuassa Member Area is place where Kuassa native…

The Role of Plugins in Digital Audio Workstation Software

All those DAWs are using plugins to extend their capabilities. A small, “add on” software programs that works inside your main workstation When people asked:…

Which DAW software is the best for you? Our all-time favorite DAW Pt.1

We get this a lot from new customers: I bought your software, and you guys sent me a license file (AmplifikationOne.kuassa). But when I click…

Meet & Jam

Have you ever in the middle of a tour, and finding trouble to find nearby local studio to rehearse before a gig? Or some sh*t…

New Amplifikation Vermilion Presets from Tim Carter & Ludovico Reale

As heard on Amplifikation Vermilion’s audio samples. These presets are generously provided by our brand family: Ludovico Reale and Tim Carter Get them here: http://www.kuassa.com/downloads

New Amplifikation Creme Stereo Preset (with audio demo) by Dimitar Nalbantov

Hi Amplifikation Creme Users, Dimitar Nalbantov just sent us a new preset (demo included) utilizing the new stereo feature from the new Ver. 1.2 update…

QA: Why Kuassa Amplifikation does not work on mono-tracks in Logic Studio?

For all Amplifikation One users who are using Logic Studio as DAW/host. Here is a question from one of our customer regarding track input: Q:…

Pop-Vibes of “Neon Arp” Preset from Synth Essential Bundle

In the realm of electronic music production, few genres evoke the nostalgic allure of the past quite like synthwave and hyperpop. With the "Neon Arp"…

Kurt Cobain – Nirvana – “smells like teen spirit” Distorted Tones with Plugins

In the annals of rock history, few bands have left as indelible a mark as Nirvana, led by the iconic Kurt Cobain. One of the…

Synth Essential Bundle Companion A360 Preset Pack #2 by Dimi Nalbantov

Amplifikation 360 Preset Pack #2 - As shown in the "Synth Essential Bundle" Videos Demos! 24 Presets by our Product Specialist; Dimitar Nalbantov  Consider this Preset…

A360 Synth Essential Bundle Companion Preset Pack #1 by Rathomi

By Popular Request, We Just Released 14 Synth Essential Bundle A360 Presets! Dive into a sonic adventure with our Synth Companion Preset Pack as heard…

Kuassa Podcast: A Deep Dive with Heals’ Producer, Alyuadi | The Future Sound of Music

Dive into the next evolution of shoegaze with Heals' enigmatic producer, Alyuadi, in this exclusive podcast. Unveil the inner workings of the upcoming album, exploring…

Crafting Ethereal Guitar Tones: A Shoegaze Music Journey with Alyuadi Heals

Ask the Producer. Bilingual Edition. Bahasa Indonesia di bawah. (15th September 2023) We had the opportunity to speak with Alyuadi, the prominent vocalist and guitarist…

Beatles’ ‘Paperback Writer’ Guitar Tone Recreation with Kuassa’s Lancaster

Beatles Paperback Writer guitar tone The legendary Liverpool guitar tone shines through with Kuassa's Lancaster on Beatle's 'Paperback Writer". In this article, we want to…

New Shoegaze Essentials Presets for A360 and Reason Studios

🎸 Calling all Amplifikation 360 and Reason Studio users! We're excited to announce the release of 19 brand-new A360 presets & Reason Combinators for the…

Enhance Your Mix with EVE-MP5

March Madness: "50% Next Purchase" Ends in:   The Pultec EQ is a tool that can be called timeless without any doubt. It has graced…

The chronicles of Estuari’s journey in musicalizing poetry (Bilingual)

In the captivating realm of Indonesian indie music, the ethereal sounds of Estuari reverberate as a transcendent fusion of experimental-folk melodies and poignant verses. With…

Buying Guide for Kuassa Combo Amp Sims: Amplifikation Vermilion, Matchlock, and Lancaster

This article explores the different features and benefits of Kuassa's combo amp sims, specifically Amplifikation Vermilion, Amplifikation Matchlock, and Amplifikation Lancaster. Each amp sim is…

[Teaser] A new Efektor plugin with Quadruple Poly of Harmonic Pitch.

Launching this January: A new Efektor plugin with Quadruple Poly of Harmonic Pitch.  Don't miss out! Pitch manipulation is a powerful tool for sound design…

How to Sound Like Gojira with Efektor Whammo

Get ready to experience the ultimate guitar tone that will blow your mind! Join us today as we delve into the world of Gojira, one…

Matt Bellamy (Muse) guitar tone:  “Fury” with Efektor Whammo

Matthew James Bellamy (born 9 June 1978) from Muse, who has shown us that alternative rock wouldn't have been as we know it today, if…

The Red Pitch Shifter that changed Guitar Players’ way of expression.

After long research, careful analysis, many software prototypes, many countless hours of work, sleepless nights, we are proud to present our newest addition to our…

Recreating Machine Head’s “Davidian” with Amplifikation VVV

Back when the internet wasn’t really a thing, where streaming and downloading music didn’t even exist, somewhere in Oakland, California, a man known as Robb…

Recreating In Flames’ Sound with Amplifikation VVV ”Only For the Weak”

  Sometimes, it’s surprising when you like one style of music, and then you hear a song on the radio or somewhere else that really…

The EVH Sound with Amplifikation VVV

“Hot For Teacher” When you listen to certain music, you notice that it is timeless, as if separate from everything, and that it is always…

Recreating Van Halen’s “You Really Got Me”

  Music knows no limits, to create music means to push these boundaries and move into an unknown world, a world of dreams, hopes and…

Curated Staff Playlist: Japanese Pop.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Metallica – “Enter Sandman” guitar tone with Amplifikation Rectifor

Metallica – “Enter Sandman” guitar tone  with Amplifikation Rectifor  Here’s a story about the greatest heavy metal band of all times. From the early formation…

Mezink Academy x Kuassa: Guitar Recording 101 Using Guitar Amp Simulators with Avedis Mutter.

Comparison of digital recording technology now and 10 years ago is very different and growing rapidly. Music software developers and especially for guitar amplifier simulation…

John Petrucci – The Mirror Guitar Tone

The seventh track on Dream Theater’s 1994 album Awake. Written by then-drummer Mike Portnoy, “The Mirror” …Resistance Is not as hard as it seems When…

Substantive #3 – Event Review

Subtractive Collective and Indo Modular presents an audio-visual show called SUBSTANTIVE #3 on the 4th of June, 2022, at the Little Contrast, Bandung, Indonesia. This…

How to Sound Like Joe Satriani

What arises in your mind when you hear the word “Guitar”? The spontaneous response for most of us is physical guitar. What is your association…

How to Sound Like Muse

“Hysteria” Tone Recreation After the decline of each musical style, it is logical that a new, improved, more comprehensive one should be born, which leads…

How to sound like – John Frusciante

 Red Hot Chili Peppers – Snow John Anthony Frusciante is an American musician and songwriter, best known as the guitarist for the Red Hot Chili…

Kuassa User Highlight Vol. 1

Join the Fellowship! Introducing a number of musicians, engineers, and content creators who always have a Kuassa plugin on their setup.   Gung Harley Favorite…

Amplifikation 360 Preset Walkthrough with Ginda Bestari

Using his heavily modified guitars, Ginda Bestari, a prominent blues guitar player from our hometown, invites you for a tour of his presets in our…

Interview with Balum about His Latest Single “Another Next Time”

We had a chat with Adityawarman Balum, acknowledged as the guitarist of Alone At Last, one of the prominent emo/punk band from Bandung, Indonesia. Also…

Interview with Lafa Pratomo on Producing Danilla’s Album Lintasan Waktu

Lafa Pratomo Producing Danilla's Album Lintasan Waktu How is the creative process of working on this album? Lafa : I feel that the creative approach…

Danilla – “Lintasan Waktu” Album Review

3 years after “Telisik”, Danilla back with fresh new album called “Lintasan Waktu (2017)“. I first listened to this album when alone at home in…

London Elektricity

One-half of UK’s Elektricity Live duo, big boss of Hospital Records, and composer of many influential records under the moniker London Elektricity. We’ve been a long time fan…

Dieter Hartmann

Dieter Hartman is a composer for Movies, TV, and Video Games. With big titles under his belt movies like: The Butterfly Effect, Watchmen, The Day…

Music Post: Today and Forever by HMGNC. Made using Reason 7 and Kuassa REs

We mentioned about another side of our life as musicians. Aside from its up and downs, and difficulties to split our “band” time with our…

New tracks, preset, and full albums made using Kuassa: Navire Creux, Anova Skyward, and The Boris Karloff Syndrome

New song from Singapore's homegrown ambient/post-metal project Navire Creux. Along with the finished song, he also shared the preset he's using. A combination of Amplifikation…

Artist Interview: Adam Fielding

When we are preparing for the release of Cerberus Bass Amp last time, a friend told us that we should check out the latest release…

DTX

Hailing from Bandung, Indonesia. DTX a.k.a Arya Harditya started to produce back in 2001 where he produce lots of underground hip-hop music,then he moved to…

Navire Creux

Navire Creux came to light in early 2009 with humble beginnings. Founded by Axel as a home project— his personal way of narrating his life…

Tony Vincent

ven if you have the luxury of tracking guitars with killer hardware, there are times when you need a solid guitar amp plugin. (…and you’d…

Lawrence a.k.a. Random (ID)

awrence a.k.a Random is one of the busier DJ/Producer in Indonesia. Currently he has 3 projects active with his drum’n’bass projects under the name Random,…

Dina Dellyana

Born in Dili, November 2nd 1984. Dina Dellyana is one of the few female electronic music producer in Indonesia. In the midst of her daily activities…

Hogi Wirjono

Handy controls of Kratos Maximizer quickly become his choice when it comes to polishing a newly produced track.   Hogi Wirjono is a well known name in…

Dimitar Nalbantov

Dimi is a long time friend of Arie, our Chairman/CTO since the beginning of Aradaz Amp era, he’s been helping us a lot and his…

Ludovico Reale

“when you first plugging your jack into your audio interface, you will soon  play with a great sound without further tweaks….”    About ten years…

NAM Loader is Here: A Deep Learning-Powered Module for Amplifikation 360 (Free for A360 Bundle Owners)

We’re proud to introduce NAM Loader — a groundbreaking new module for Amplifikation 360, powered by the Neural Amp Modeler (NAM) project. And the best…

Announcement: Efektor Whammo Just Got Even Better!

As our way of saying thanks, we’re excited to share a special gift with you—a free update for one of our best-selling plugins, Efektor Whammo, the…

Efektor PAten Graphic Equalizer Now Available at RE Version on Reason Studios

Unmatched Precision. Effortlessly. Precision 10-band graphic equalizer with parallel architecture, providing transparent and isolated adjustments for each frequency band. Kuassa Efektor PATEN is a powerful 10-band…

Introducing 3-in-1 iconic British overdrive: Drive, Gvnr, and Shred.

  Kuassa Efektor Grandmaster is a comprehensive plugin crafted with high precision to capture the iconic tones of three legendary Marshall* distortion pedals: the Guv'nor,…

Efektor Modulation Too Bundle Re is here!

Attention Reason Studio Users! Efektor Modulation Too Bundle RE is here! Dive into the second wave of Efektor Modulation plugins in Rack Extension format. Get…

Introducing Efektor Moon Muffin: Your 10-in-1 Fuzz Arsenal Awaits

We're thrilled to announce the release of Kuassa Efektor Moon Muffin - Big Sustainer Fuzz, a groundbreaking addition to our acclaimed Efektor guitar effects software…

Introducing New Fuzz Efektor: Your 10-in-1 Fuzz Arsenal Awaits.

Teaser Alert!  Get ready to dive into a universe of iconic fuzz tones!  This weekend, Kuassa is unveiling a new Fuzz guitar effect plugin –…

Kurt Cobain – Nirvana – “smells like teen spirit” Distorted Tones with Plugins

In the annals of rock history, few bands have left as indelible a mark as Nirvana, led by the iconic Kurt Cobain. One of the…

Crafting Ethereal Guitar Tones: A Shoegaze Music Journey with Alyuadi Heals

Ask the Producer. Bilingual Edition. Bahasa Indonesia di bawah. (15th September 2023) We had the opportunity to speak with Alyuadi, the prominent vocalist and guitarist…

Introducing the Kuassa Shoegaze Essentials Bundle: Your Sonic Palette for Shoegaze Music

Discover the Bundle, at limited-time intro price: $99 (Total value $224 when purchased individually) Limited-time Intro price valid only during this September 2023. Shoegaze, a…

The chronicles of Estuari’s journey in musicalizing poetry (Bilingual)

In the captivating realm of Indonesian indie music, the ethereal sounds of Estuari reverberate as a transcendent fusion of experimental-folk melodies and poignant verses. With…

Meet Kuassa Resellers: The online destination to purchase audio plugins.

Did you know that our products are also available through our trusted resellers? These specialized stores primarily offer a wide range of digital tools, including…

Insta-Tracks #1: Unveiling Coolest Soundscapes with Kuassa on Instagram

Welcome to a musical expedition filled with the finest tracks showcasing the versatility and power of Kuassa plugins. We’ve scoured Instagram to bring you a…

“Still Waiting” – Sum 41. A Guitar Tone Tribute Using Guitar Amp Simulators

To recreate the guitar tone of "Still Waiting" by Sum 41 using amp simulators, we can start by analyzing the recorded sound of the guitar…

Three new Efektor Bass Distortion Pedals. Is now available on Rack Extension Version.

Three new Efektor Bass Distortion Pedals. Is now available on Rack Extension Version. For a limited time, get the Bass Cruncher Preamp RE, Bass Smasher…

Curated Team Playlist: Local Pride.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

The Red Pitch Shifter that changed Guitar Players’ way of expression.

After long research, careful analysis, many software prototypes, many countless hours of work, sleepless nights, we are proud to present our newest addition to our…

[Ended] Kuassa Holiday Sale is On: Plugins and Rack Extensions

Better plugins - better holidays - better music. Kuassa has announced the launch of a Holiday Sale, offering discounts of up to 63% off on…

[Info Event] Kuassa Akan Hadir di Hiend Guitar Show 2022.

Akhir pekan ini kami akan hadir di Hiend Guitar Show 2022! Catat tanggalnya akhir pekan ini: Jumat – Minggu, 7 – 9 Oktober 2022. Akan…

Metallica – “Enter Sandman” guitar tone with Amplifikation Rectifor

Metallica – “Enter Sandman” guitar tone  with Amplifikation Rectifor  Here’s a story about the greatest heavy metal band of all times. From the early formation…

Curated Staff Playlist: Metal Milia.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Mezink Academy x Kuassa: Guitar Recording 101 Using Guitar Amp Simulators with Avedis Mutter.

Comparison of digital recording technology now and 10 years ago is very different and growing rapidly. Music software developers and especially for guitar amplifier simulation…

Curated Staff Playlist: Iman’s Comfort Zone.

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

The Ultimate Gear Setup for Guitar and Electronic Music Production By Rathomi

I started my journey into music production as a vocalist. Along the way,I felt tired and bored of learning other artists’ songs, so I decided…

Substantive #3 – Event Review

Subtractive Collective and Indo Modular presents an audio-visual show called SUBSTANTIVE #3 on the 4th of June, 2022, at the Little Contrast, Bandung, Indonesia. This…

Curated Staff Playlist: Grahadea’s on The Ride

Here's a new one from Kuassa Special Content Team: a bi-weekly music playlist curated by each of our staffs. Expect multiple genres for various moods,…

Kuassa User Highlight: Vol. 2

Join the Fellowship! Introducing a number of musicians, engineers, and content creators who always have a Kuassa plugin on their setup.   Rayhan Sudrajat Favorite…

Kuassa User Highlight Vol. 1

Join the Fellowship! Introducing a number of musicians, engineers, and content creators who always have a Kuassa plugin on their setup.   Gung Harley Favorite…

Kuassa Team Picking: The Best Mouse for Everyday Use

Dania – Logitech Pebble M350  My daily mouse is LOGITECH PEBBLE M350 bluetooth. I love its minimalist flat design, small, and available in kawaii pink…

Stuff picking by Our Team: Best Speaker for Everyday Use

Dania – JBL Charge 4 It’s portable and waterproof. I like it because it sounds entertaining and focused. It’s also available in pink.  Dimi –…

The Best Budget Headphones & Earphones for Everyday Use

Earpieces: Our favorite headphones and earbuds. Daniya: Eggel Liberty It’s a local brand of wireless earbuds. Their noise canceling feature is very useful for people…

Interview with Binaural TV: Sound Engineer Collective (Bilingual. ENG/Bahasa Indonesia)

Established in April 2021. Although they're only existed for 7 months, but they are already gathering a cult following during the recent boom of DAWs…

An Invitation for You to Join Us on IMSTA FESTA Germany 2021

IMSTA FESTA 2021. An Annual Show for Music Makers. Join Our Exhibition There! IMSTA FESTA is a celebration of music technology that brings manufacturers face…

[Ended] It’s Black Friday Sale! Up to 72% Kuassa Plug-ins and Rack Extensions

Kuassa Black Friday Sale 2021 Is ON! Plugin and Rack Extension starts from $9 Best prices guaranteed, Get Up to 72% of all of Kuassa…

Imsta Festa Latino America 2021 on November 20, 2021.

Announcement for all of our Latin American Customers, We will have a presentation on our Amplifikation 360 Software in collaboration with IMSTA FESTA Latino America…

We will participate at IMSTA FESTA 2021! See you there.

IMSTA (International Music Software Trade Association) FESTA is a celebration of music technology to brings music software manufacturers face to face with their users. Please…

[Ended] Kuassa May Madness Sale! Up to 40% Off until May 31, 2021

Kuassa Announces May Madness Sale 2021. Get up to 40% OFF our top-selling Amps & FXs.   Big savings on Amplifikations: Cerberus, Matchlock, The new…

[Ended] Bundle Week Sale! Discount on All Bundles.

The biggest savings are in bundles! Get doubled-down discounts from all of our bundles. Including the brand new Amplifikation 360 Bundle.   Are you a…

[Done] Scheduled Maintenance Completed – Kuassa Member Area

Please be advised that to improve customer experience in our Member Area (https://member.kuassa.com), we will be performing a server migration that will require (max.) 2 days interruption of…

[Ended] Kuassa Amp Week Up to 61% Off all Kuassa Amplifikation Guitar/Bass Amp Plugins.

Kuassa Amp Week Up to 61% Off all Kuassa Amplifikation Guitar/Bass Amp Plugins. Started: February 10, 2021 Ends: February 24, 2021 Some say it’s a Guitar Amp Simulator, others…

Best Dirt Pedals for Every Budget: Overdrive, Distortion, and Fuzz

The first time I bought an electric guitar, the second item I wanted to buy was a “distortion” pedal. To tell the truth, I didn’t…

Thank You Kuassa & 10th Years Anniversary

A company, our office, our second home, a shelter, a  place where we work, and having fun is celebrating its birthday. It feels very touching,…

Amplifikation 360 Ver.1.0.2 Update:

BIG UPDATE FOR AMPLIFIKATION 360 USERS! The all-time favorite Free Guitar Amp Simulator is now included as a free module inside Amplifikation 360! Changes in…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session #07: The Curious Case of Record Producer

Season 02 kick-off: Continuing our regular “Chatterbox Session” onto the next session, we will dig deeper into the specific aspects of music production. The first…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session #6: “Digital Presence & Musician” with Kukuh Rizal (Sun-Eater, Iga Massardi & Isha Hening) dan Bisma Karisma (Singer, Songwriter & Producer)

With the massive growth of independent artists, it has become more important than ever for bands and musicians to find ways to promote themselves online.…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session S01E03: “The Art of Sampling”

The third event of "Kuassa Chatterbox Session" talkshow about music production and technology. Presenting reputable actors from various field of music, especially those who relate…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session: “Episode 1 – Genres & Instruments”

Kuassa has just done their first workshop called “Chatterbox”. The session discussed a wide range of topics around electronic music, the scene, on how the…

Kuassa Chatterbox Session: “Gears & Sequencers”

Continuing to the second event of Kuassa’s “Chatterbox” series of talk show and workshop with more in-depth talks on music production technology. We will present…

A Series of Music Production Technology Talk and Workshop

To kick-off the first series of the first season of Kuassa “Chatterbox” music production workshop, we will present you a broad topic of electronic music,…

KUASSA TALK SHOW EVENT: CHATTERBOX SESSION, EPISODE 1

The talk show started when our CEO, Grahadea, introduced himself and informed a short story about Kuassa to the participants. He also announced that the…

Kuassa Introduces Amplifikation 360 and Amplifikation Matchlock at Musikmesse 2019

Frankfurt, April 3rd, 2019 – Kuassa Introduces the second Amplifikation using the 3rd gen Tube Simulation engine: Amplifikation Matchlock, and virtual pedalboard Amplifikation 360. Along…

A Guide to IDentities at Musikmesse Frankfurt 2019

We are celebrating the uniqueness of Indonesian musical craft at Musikmesse 2019. Indonesia is the land of creative diversity with an ever-growing creative industry. Moreover,…

Meet us at Musikmesse 2019 Frankfurt

MEET US AT FRANKFURT MUSIKMESSE 2019. Hall 3.0 B65 on Tuesday to Friday from April '2nd until April 5th ' 2019. This is the first time…

Kuassa Best Of 2018

The year 2018 has ended. It was the year we felt a lot of learning and achievement that was quite satisfying for ourselves as individuals…

We glad to announce that Kuassa is one of the participants in Archipelago Festival #2 on October ‘ 11 – 13th 2018

Archipelago Festival is a music conference and emerging talent festival that focuses on three core values: Education, entry point and talent diversity. Our Co-founder /…

Kuassa Participate in France’s Midem Festival

We are glad to participate in France’s Midem Festival this year on June 5th – 8th ‘ 2018. We were chosen along with other Indonesian…

Kuassa Attends MIDEM Trade Fair in France

Kuassa is attending MIDEM (Marché International du Disque et de l’Edition Musicale – International Music Industry Trade Fair) at Cannes, France from 5 to 8…

Danilla – “Lintasan Waktu” Album Review

3 years after “Telisik”, Danilla back with fresh new album called “Lintasan Waktu (2017)“. I first listened to this album when alone at home in…

Hal-hal ini cuma bisa kamu temukan di kantor Kuassa dan jarang ada di kantor lain

Kuassa adalah sebuah perusahaan startup teknologi yang berkecimpung di bidang musik dan perangkat lunak (software) pengolahan audio. Mayoritas produk-produk yang kami hasilkan berbentuk guitar amplifier…

Kuassa Team’s Best 9 Album or Song Released on 2017

We're in the beginning of 2018! Everyday, we play music. At the office, home, basically almost everywhere. Some of us also live from music. It’s…

Kuassa Represent Indonesia to SXSW 2017

South by Southwest (abbreviated as SXSW) is an annual conglomerate of film, interactive media, and music festivals and conferences that take place in mid-March in…

Kuassa @ KL Converge! 2014

Calling out Malaysian users and any of you who happen to be in Malaysia between September 17-19th, 2014. Starting tomorrow, we are representing our government…

Meet & Jam

Have you ever in the middle of a tour, and finding trouble to find nearby local studio to rehearse before a gig? Or some sh*t…

Kuassa Team’s Top Albums of 2013

e love music. Who doesn’t? We’re constantly listening to music in the office, old and new, while making sweeping generalizations regarding musical trends and the…

AbletonIndo

AbletonIndo, or Live User Group Indonesia, Is an official community of Ableton Live producers based in Indonesia. They regularly released a free compilation distributed via…

We Are Proud to Support Motion City Soundtrack Live in Indonesia!

“MOTION CITY SOUNDTRACK LIVE IN INDONESIA” Bandung : March 6 at Balai Sartika Convention Hall – open gate 19.00 PM Yogyakarta : March 7 at…

We are supporting the 8th Live4Guitar’s contest

Live4Guitar is a community website dedicated for guitar players across the globe. And just early this month, they launched their 8th contest where contestants can…

[Event] Wirausaha Muda Mandiri Expo 2013. Jakarta, Indonesia.

Bank Mandiri (IDX: BMRI), headquartered in Jakarta, is the largest bank in Indonesia in term of assets, loans and deposits. One of the Bank’s public event is Wirausaha Muda Mandiri (Mandiri Young Entrepreneur),…

A Note from Amplifikation Vermilion Launching at DCExpo Tokyo

Dear Users, We’re very excited to say, that we really have a good feedback at Amplifikation Vermilion Launching at DCExpo, Tokyo . We met lots of…

Japan Get Ready! We Will Launch Amplifikation Vermilion at DCExpo 2012, Tokyo!

Japanese users, mark your calendar, we will visit Japan on October 25th to 27th, 2012 at Digital Content Expo, Tokyo. Japan.  More info about this event: www.dcexpo.jp/2012/index.html…

Thank You Steve 🙂

Thank you Steve for gave us the inspiration to create great products and making it emotionally engages with the user, making us brave to be…