
Oxford TransMod
Sculpt the perfect attack and control transients with Oxford TransMod—a detailed tool designed for shaping transients with precision in any production.
Precision Transient Shaping for Every Mix
Description
Transform your audio productions with the Sonnox Oxford TransMod, an innovative transient modulation plugin that delivers unparalleled control over the dynamics of your sound. Designed for professionals and creatives seeking to add life, punch, or subtle warmth to their tracks, the Oxford TransMod uses advanced transient processing technology to shape attack and sustain with precision, elevating audio clarity and impact across vocals, drums, and other instruments.
This powerful tool allows you to sculpt audio transients to emphasize or soften attack, bringing out the best in every mix. Whether you’re looking to enhance rhythmic definition, control sharp transients, or add subtle coloration, TransMod adapts to your needs with intuitive controls and deep flexibility. Featuring an intuitive interface and real-time visual feedback, you can effortlessly apply adjustments and hear the impact immediately.
The Oxford TransMod’s unique DSP algorithms ensure pristine sound quality without affecting the core tonality of your audio. Ideal for sound engineers, producers, and mix artists working in music production, film scoring, or sound design, this plugin helps overcome common issues such as dullness or overly aggressive transients, resulting in professional, polished tracks. Make every beat count with Sonnox Oxford TransMod—where precision meets creativity in dynamic control.
Where Oxford Envolution excels at creative, frequency-dependent shaping and adding dynamic tonal control, TransMod is a more focused, technical solution for those times when you need to fine-tune transients with accuracy. Think of TransMod as your surgical instrument for delicate transient work, perfect for any genre or application where control is key.
...even the novice will be adding punch and clarity to tracks. Recording Magazine
Oxford TransMod vs. Oxford Envolution
Use Cases
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Punch Up Your Drums
Bring your drums to life by increasing the transient attack of your kicks and snares. TransMod’s precise controls give your rhythm section the punch it needs to cut through dense mixes, making it an essential tool for genres like EDM, rock, and hip-hop.
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Soften Acoustic Instruments
For softer, acoustic-driven tracks, TransMod allows you to reduce harsh transients from plucked or strummed instruments, bringing out the sustain and warmth without losing the natural dynamics of the performance. Perfect for folk, acoustic pop, or any genre where a smooth, controlled sound is needed.
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Enhance Bass Presence
In bass-heavy genres, boosting the transients of your bassline can help it drive the track without getting muddy. Use TransMod to fine-tune the attack of your bass, giving it presence and clarity, while the harmonic overdrive adds warmth and depth.
...it exudes class and is a truly professional processing tool. SoundOnSound Magazine
Compatibility
Specifications in detail
Licencing
- Local MachineInstall directly on your computer.
- iLok DeviceRequires an iLok2 or iLok3 USB dongle (latest drivers required).
- iLok CloudActivation via iLok Cloud requires an active internet connection (only one activation can be assigned to iLok Cloud; the other must be on a Local Machine or iLok Device).
Each Oxford plugin license includes two simultaneous activations.
With an iLok account, you can authorise each activation on one of the following devices:
Supported Formats
- Audio Unit (AU)
- VST3
- AAX-NativePro Tools 11 or later.
- AAX-DSPPro Tools Ultimate, Pro Tools HD, or Avid VENUE systems.
Compatible plugin formats for various digital audio workstations (DAWs):
Supported Operating Systems
- macOSmacOS 10.13 High Sierra or later.
- WindowsWindows 10 (64-bit) or later.
Our plugins are compatible with the following operating systems:
For compatibility with older systems, please contact our support team.
AAX-DSP Instances per chip
Number of AAX-DSP instances per chip (varies by sample rate):
Documentation
For detailed setup instructions and additional usage tips, please refer to the user guide.
Oxford TransMod User Guide.