ONE KNOB VINTAGE ATTITUDE
PHAT is the ultimate tone shaper, distilling the legendary sound of the MELCOR® 1731 Op-Amp into a single control. Before API, there was MELCOR the gritty, aggressive sonic signature that defined the late 60s and 70s rock revolution.
With just one “PHAT” knob, instantly inject your tracks with authentic vintage character. It delivers the perfect amount of edge and saturation without complex controls, making it ideal for vocals, drums, and guitars.
Experience the classic sound of American rock history in its most streamlined form. Get this powerful one-knob wonder now for just $19 (reg. $99).
Available Formats: VST, VST3, AU, AAX
Compatibility: macOS, Windows
In the search for that elusive analog "weight," we often find ourselves stacking multiple compressors and saturators, only to end up with a mix that feels cluttered rather than thick. PHAT by T.H.E. Company (Tom Hilbe Engineering) is the antidote to that over-processing fatigue. Built on the legacy of the legendary 1731 Op Amp, this plugin brings the grit and harmonic richness of late 60s and 70s rock and roll directly into your DAW.
Before API became a household name, MELCOR was shaping the sound of a generation. PHAT is a meticulous emulation of that vintage MELCOR hardware, specifically designed to add immediate character to digital tracks that feel too clinical. It doesn't just make things louder; it introduces the specific harmonic "bloom" and saturation that defined the golden era of studio recording.
Whether you're trying to make a vocal sit more confidently in a dense arrangement or you need a drum bus to feel like it was recorded through a multi-million dollar vintage console, PHAT provides that missing piece of the puzzle. It handles the heavy lifting of tonal shaping so you can spend more time on the creative side of your production.
The beauty of PHAT lies in its interface. In a world of overly complex plugins with endless menus, PHAT uses a single-knob philosophy. As you increase the "PHAT" control, you are dialing in a sophisticated chain of analog-modeled saturation and tone-shaping based on the 1731 Op Amp circuitry. It’s an intuitive way to find the "sweet spot" for any instrument from bass guitars that need more growl to synthesizers that require a bit of vintage smoothing.
This isn't a "one-size-fits-all" effect, but it is a "sounds-good-on-everything" tool. On vocals, it adds a velvety presence; on acoustic guitars, it provides a woody, grounded resonance. Because it captures the specific non-linearities of classic hardware, the plugin reacts dynamically to your input, making your digital instruments feel more like physical, moving air.
Professional analog hardware of this caliber is usually out of reach for most home studios, but PHAT brings that authentic MELCOR heritage to your desktop. For a very limited time, we are offering this essential saturation tool at a massive discount. Don't let your mixes sound thin and digital for another day. Secure your license for PHAT now and give your music the harmonic depth it has been waiting for before this offer disappears.
Faithful emulation of the legendary seventeen thirty one op amp Adds vintage analog warmth to any digital audio track Captures the iconic melcor sound from the seventies era Simple one knob interface for intuitive and fast workflow Rich harmonic saturation that adds depth and character Dynamic response that reacts naturally to your input signal Perfect for adding weight to bass and kick drums Smoothes out harsh digital high end on vocals and synths Low cpu overhead allows for use on every track Based on meticulous measurements of original vintage hardware Versatile tool suitable for any genre of music production Professional tonal shaping without complex menu diving 
