OwnTHD is a saturation plugin from Three-Body Technology that simulates nine classic vintage gear types and lets each unit’s character be tweaked.
OwnTHD at a glance
| Developer | Three-Body Technology |
|---|---|
| Type | Effects / Saturation |
| Formats | VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.9 or later |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €105.11 |
What OwnTHD does
Rather than copying one device with near-exact accuracy, OwnTHD focuses on the nonlinear behavior of vintage equipment, which is the source of analog color. The developer says the aim is to produce the harmonic character of a 2A-type compressor without actually compressing the audio. Four adjustable drive knobs fine-tune harmonic content, so the amount of color is set directly instead of being tied to a single input level.
Key features
- Nine vintage equipment types. Nine classic equipment simulations are provided, and each one can be customized so that its character fits a particular source.
- Nonlinear behavior focus. The processing concentrates on the nonlinear distortion of the reference hardware rather than on matching its full signal path.
- Four drive knobs. Four adjustable drive controls fine-tune the harmonic content, letting the amount of color be set independently of other parameters.
- Bias, Feedback and Depth. Bias, Feedback and Depth can each be adjusted, and the developer notes that these three parameters are common in audio equipment design but are not always exposed to the user.
Compatibility
OwnTHD is available as VST2, AU and AAX for Windows 7 and later and for macOS 10.9 and later, in 64-bit builds.
OwnTHD compared with similar plugins
RC-20 Retro Color from XLN Audio is an effects and saturation plugin available as VST2, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS. Virtual Tube Collection from Slate Digital is also an effects and saturation plugin, offered as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OwnTHD | Three-Body Technology | Saturation | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €105.11 |
| RC-20 Retro Color | XLN Audio | Saturation | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
| Color Drive | Relab Development | Saturation | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €38.68 (regular €78.34) |
| Virtual Tube Collection | Slate Digital | Saturation | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
| Make Me Scream | W. A. Production | Saturation | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €55.54 |
Price and availability
OwnTHD was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €105.11. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
OwnTHD FAQ
Is OwnTHD available as a torrent or magnet link?
Torrent and magnet link listings carry the plugin, and the repack is distributed as .rar and .iso files.
Which formats does OwnTHD support?
OwnTHD is available as VST2, AU and AAX.