bx_saturator V2
bx_saturator V2 is a multiband mid/side saturation plugin by Brainworx (part of Plugin Alliance) used in mixing and mastering. It features True Split crossover technology for phase-aligned mid and side channel processing, four frequency bands with independent gain and drive controls, and can deliver everything from subtle analog warmth to aggressive saturation. The plugin is available in AAX Native, AAX DSP, AAX AudioSuite, AU, VST2 and VST3 formats and runs natively on Apple Silicon Macs.
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1 suggestionbx_saturator V2 has shipped with native Apple Silicon support since version 2.12.0 (released August 2023), including native AAX. The latest version (2.13.1, released March 2026) includes further optimisations for Apple Silicon. Update through the Plugin Alliance Installation Manager, which is the vendor's dedicated plugin management tool — download it from plugin-alliance.com, run the installer, open the Installation Manager, select bx_saturator V2 in your desired format (VST3, AU, or AAX Native depending on your DAW), and let it download and install the current native build. Do not download bx_saturator V2 through the Mac App Store or from a generic download site; the Installation Manager ensures you get the native Apple Silicon version and keeps your licence synchronised across machines.
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