RP-Distort 2 is a distortion effect from Rob Papen that chains a distortion module with filter, compressor and widener/chorus stages in a path that can be reordered.
RP-Distort 2 at a glance
| Developer | Rob Papen |
|---|---|
| Type | Effects / Distortion |
| Formats | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 7 or later, macOS |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Hosts named by the developer | Pro Tools |
| Free trial | Available |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €48.59 |
What RP-Distort 2 does
The plugin is organized around a path of modules: Distortion, Filter, Compressor and Widener/Chorus. The order of these modules in the audio signal path can be rearranged through the path control, and the user interface reflects that order. The heart of the plugin is still the Distortion module, which offers 52 distortion types, including lo-fi, two-band distortions and amp cabinet simulations, and its EQ section has been expanded with pre-distortion and post-distortion equalization. Version 2 brings over the Disrupt Sphere from DelSane, a control that adjusts several parameters at once.
The Filter, Compressor and Widener/Chorus modules are analog-modeled. An audio follower side input and modulation LFOs with an extended modulation matrix are available, and the interface can be shown at 100%, 150% or 200% size.
Key features
- Path control and module order. A path control sets the order of the Distortion, Filter, Compressor and Widener/Chorus modules, and the interface follows the new arrangement.
- Distortion module with 52 types. The Distortion module includes 52 distortion types such as lo-fi, two-band distortions and amp cabinet models, with a gate built into the module.
- Expanded EQ in the distortion module. Pre-distortion and post-distortion EQ sections shape the signal before and after the distortion stage.
- Disrupt Sphere control. The Disrupt Sphere, carried over from DelSane, moves multiple parameters together from one control.
- Modulation and side input. Modulation LFOs feed an extended modulation matrix, and an audio follower side input lets another signal drive the processing.
- Modulation types and waveshapers. FM, PM, ring modulation and two-band ring modulation are available, together with dual and two-band wave-shapers.
Compatibility
RP-Distort 2 comes as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS in 64-bit builds, with native support for Apple Silicon listed and Windows 7 as the minimum operating system. Pro Tools is named by the developer as a host, and a trial is available.
RP-Distort 2 compared with similar plugins
UFX DISTORT from UJAM is also a distortion effect for Windows and macOS, available as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX. Dist COLDFIRE from Arturia is a distortion effect for Windows and macOS offered as VST2, AU and AAX. Trash from iZotope is a distortion effect for Windows and macOS offered as VST3, AU and AAX. Cyberdrive from United Plugins is a distortion effect for Windows and macOS offered as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RP-Distort 2 | Rob Papen | Distortion | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €48.59 |
| UFX DISTORT | UJAM | Distortion | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €49.00 |
| Dist COLDFIRE | Arturia | Distortion | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
| Trash | iZotope | Distortion | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €108.09 |
| Cyberdrive | United Plugins | Distortion | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €78.34 |
Price and availability
RP-Distort 2 was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €48.59. A free trial is offered. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
RP-Distort 2 FAQ
Does RP-Distort 2 run on Apple Silicon Macs?
Native support for Apple Silicon is listed for the plugin on macOS.
Which formats does RP-Distort 2 include?
It is offered as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX.
Is there a working serial key or keygen for RP-Distort 2?
Serial keys and keygens are the strings most often typed with the name, and the Windows build is searched as an x64 crack or x86 crack.