While many digital audio plugins focus on dramatic sound transformations, Rast Sound has taken a different approach with their latest release, Naturaliser 2, which specializes in the subtle art of micro-variation. The plugin, available now at an introductory price of €49 before increasing to €79, aims to breathe life into digital recordings by adding the small inconsistencies and variations that make acoustic instruments and human performances sound natural.
Naturaliser 2 brings remarkable improvements over its predecessor, including a cleaner, more intuitive user interface designed for quick adjustments during mixing sessions. The core processing engine has been refined to provide more natural micro-variety across four distinct sound dimensions: Spectral, Transient, Colour, and Noise Motion.
The redesigned Naturaliser 2 delivers enhanced micro-variations through four sound dimensions, all accessible via a streamlined mixing interface.
Each dimension targets different aspects of the audio, from subtle timbral shifts to micro-modulations of envelope shapes. One notable addition to the plugin is the new “Smooth” control, which enables continuous evolving changes rather than stepped variations, making it particularly effective for pads, synthesizers, and vocals. Similar to SONNET 2’s Dual-Loop Automatic Gain Control, this feature adjusts sound characteristics in real-time for optimal listening experience.
The strength parameter can be scaled up to five times the normal amount, allowing users to dial in precisely the level of variation they need for their project. The plugin supports all major digital audio workstations through VST3, AU, and AAX formats on both PC and Mac systems. Much like how SONNET 2 offers compatibility with modern devices, Naturaliser 2 provides cross-platform compatibility with current operating systems.
Existing users haven’t been forgotten, with Rast Sound offering an upgrade path at €25, considerably less than the full price. Technical enhancements include an Advanced Detect mode that improves transient awareness to maintain musicality, and an Input-aware Noise motion feature with Pink, White, and Velvet noise flavors that can be shaped using the Filter control. The plugin’s filter capabilities are similar to the sweeping filters used to create underwater ambiences and muffled vocal effects in sound design. For those seeking professional results, the plugin can be integrated into your volume balancing workflow alongside compressors and EQs to achieve a more polished, natural sound.
These features make Naturaliser 2 suitable for a wide range of applications, from subtle humanization of digital instruments to bold sound design experimentation.
