X-Eight 1 by Thenatan Audio is an 808 bass instrument built around a preset library of 808 and sub bass sounds for trap and hip hop production.
X-Eight 1 at a glance
| Developer | Thenatan Audio |
|---|---|
| Type | Instruments / Virtual Instruments |
| Formats | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.9.5 or later |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| RAM | 4 GB or more |
| Disk space | 2 GB |
| Hosts named by the developer | Pro Tools |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €56.53 |
What X-Eight 1 does
Each preset arrives already processed, with EQ, compression and transient shaping applied, so it can be dropped into a session without further setup. The instrument ships with HD samples at 24-bit and 48 kHz, and each key press on C1 triggers a pitch-corrected patch, so the 808 plays at its tuned pitch across the keyboard.
On-board effects include ADSR envelopes, reverb, an LFO, parameters for glide, and separate low and high amps for shaping the sub and the upper harmonics. The developer describes the instrument as designed for trap, hip hop and modern bass-heavy productions.
Key features
- Processed presets. Every preset is EQed, compressed and transient-shaped before it reaches the output, so no chain has to be built first.
- HD sample set. The samples are recorded at 24-bit and 48 kHz.
- Pitch-corrected patches. Each key press starting on C1 plays a patch corrected to its tuned pitch, keeping the 808 in tune across the range.
- On-board shaping. ADSR envelopes, an LFO, reverb, glide, and low and high amps are available on the instrument itself.
Compatibility
X-Eight 1 is available as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX for Windows 7 and later and for macOS 10.9.5 and later, with native Apple Silicon support listed. It needs 4 GB of RAM and 2 GB of disk space.
X-Eight 1 compared with similar plugins
Bass Engine 1 and Bass Engine 2 by DopeSONIX are VST2 and AU instruments for Windows and macOS, without VST3 or AAX builds. Subdivine by Diginoiz is offered as VST3 and AU for Windows and macOS. SUBCRAFT by UJAM is listed for Windows and macOS without a format list.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Eight 1 | Thenatan Audio | Virtual Instruments | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €56.53 |
| Bass Engine 1 | DopeSONIX | Virtual Instruments | VST2, AU | Windows, macOS | €68.43 |
| Bass Engine 2 | DopeSONIX | Virtual Instruments | VST2, AU | Windows, macOS | €68.43 |
| Subdivine | Diginoiz | Virtual Instruments | VST3, AU | Windows, macOS | €48.59 |
| SUBCRAFT | UJAM | Virtual Instruments | Windows, macOS | €13.19 (regular €69.00) |
Price and availability
X-Eight 1 was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €56.53. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
X-Eight 1 FAQ
Where can I download X-Eight 1 crack for free?
The VST3 and AAX builds circulate as a repack, and the Windows and macOS releases are passed around as x64 crack and .dmg crack.
Is there a working serial key or keygen for X-Eight 1?
A working serial and keygen are the strings most often searched, and the repack is packed as .rar and .iso for distribution.