Excite Audio has released Motion: Fractal, a granular plugin that can transform and manipulate audio in real time through dual granular engines and rhythmic effects.

The launch marks the third plugin within its Motion series, joining Motion: Dimension (space and time modulation) and Motion: Harmonic (dynamic distortion modulation). Excite Audio says Fractal can offer “endless motion, texture, and modern sonic transformation”.

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Just like its Motion siblings, Fractal offers a unique UI with a hexagon controller – an upgrade to the traditional XY pad. Here you can assign and morph between granular parameters, gated rhythms, and loop behaviours in real­time.

Users can also experiment with Fractal’s trance gate and beat-­repeat engines. Customise intricate patterns via a 32 ­step trance gate sequencer, sync rates to the tempo of your project, and shape dropouts smoothly or sharply with envelope controls.

The Repeater can also assist in crafting “complex, dynamic stutters” using adjustable repetition counts, interval triggers, and sync or free timing. Hear it in action in the video below:

For plugin recommendations selected by the MusicTech team, you can check out our rolling guide of the best free and paid-for plugins on the market. If you want more from Excite Audio, Plugin Boutique is currently selling its Lifeline Space reverb for only $5. You will have to act fast though, as the offer ends on 31 May at 09:59 BST.

Motion: Fractal is priced at £79, but is currently available for an introductory price of £39 – running until 30 June. You can also purchase it as part of a wider Motion or Excite Audio bundle. Find out more via Excite Audio, or purchase now via Plugin Boutique.

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