AnalogX – American Black Box Saturation (GENESIS)

Exclusive to Genesis | Sampled at 96k | Powered by Series 5

Revolutionary Analog Saturation, Redefined

Some saturation units aren’t just tools—they’re legends. The AnalogX American Black Box Saturation takes inspiration from one of the most revered tube-driven saturation devices in recording history, capturing its rich harmonic depth, warmth, and dynamic tonal shaping in the most advanced digital format ever created.

Using the power of Series 5 modelling, these emulations faithfully recreate the organic response, tube compression, and harmonic enhancement that have graced countless classic recordings. Whether you need a gentle touch of analog warmth, thick tube-driven harmonics, or full-on distortion, this pack delivers everything you need to bring depth, character, and dimension to your mixes.

A Brief History of the Black Box Saturation Unit

Born from the golden era of tube-driven outboard gear, the original hardware was known for its ability to blend pentode and triode harmonics seamlessly—a feature that allowed engineers to shape tone with surgical precision while preserving natural dynamics. From subtle warmth on vocals to aggressive distortion on synths and guitars, this device became a staple in professional studios worldwide.

Now, with AnalogX American Black Box Saturation, we’ve taken this studio classic and given it a next-gen transformation in Series 5 .Gen format, exclusively for Genesis.

Included Emulations

The AnalogX American Black Box Saturation pack delivers a selection of handcrafted saturation profiles, covering everything from smooth mix bus enhancement to full-on harmonic destruction.

• Pentode Triode Combo – A blend of pentode and triode harmonics for maximum versatility.
• Strong Saturation – Adds bold harmonic richness with increased density.
• More Pentode – Focused pentode saturation for warm, detailed results.
• Medium Saturation – Ideal for adding subtle warmth and clarity to any track.
• Mix Bus Air – Enhances the mix bus with open highs and smooth dynamics.
• Mix Bus No Air – A tighter option, emphasizing mids and lows for a cohesive mix.
• Master Thickness – Thickens the entire mix for impactful weight and definition.
• Saturate Highs & Air – Adds sparkle and presence while retaining balance.
• Pro G2 Alt Tube – Alternative tube setting for enhanced tonal flexibility.
• High Rider – Boosts harmonic content with a focus on high-end clarity.
• Gnarly Bustard – Aggressive and colourful saturation for bold sonic statements.
• Destroyer Alt Tube – Hard-driven saturation for extreme creative processing.
• Low Rider – Focused on enhancing bass frequencies with warm saturation.
• Flat Rider – A balanced option for tonal control across the spectrum.
• Light Touch Air – Subtle harmonic enhancement with added presence.
• Light Touch No Air – Focused warmth without the high-end lift.

Why the AnalogX American Black Box Saturation?

• Inspired by a Legendary Tube-Driven Saturation Unit – Faithfully recreates the rich harmonic complexity of real tube circuits.
• Pays Homage to Classic Studio Saturation – Brings out the depth, warmth, and musicality that only great analog gear provides.
• A Transformative Work – Accurately models the dynamic response, harmonic saturation, and tube compression characteristics of the original hardware.
• Sampled at 96k for Ultimate Fidelity – High-resolution capture ensures pristine detail and depth.
• Powered by Series 5 Technology – Our most advanced saturation modelling to date.
• Exclusively in .Gen Format – Only available in Genesis, unlocking its full processing potential.

How to Use It

Whether you’re warming up vocals, adding weight to drums, or saturating synths for extra bite, these emulations provide studio-grade results with unparalleled flexibility.

• Gain Staging – Use moderate input levels for optimal performance.
• Versatility – These emulations shine on everything—instruments, mix buses, or full mixes.
• Parallel Processing – Blend them with your original signal for subtle harmonic depth.

Pricing & Availability

• Price: £20
• Format: .Gen (Exclusive to Genesis, not available in .NAM format)
• Availability: Download now

This is the ultimate studio saturation experience, now perfectly captured for Genesis.

Captured at the Highest Resolution for Ultimate Fidelity

All AnalogX products are captured at the highest possible sample rate to ensure unparalleled sonic accuracy and fidelity. Each capture is then processed through our customized refinement system, optimizing harmonic response, transient accuracy, and nonlinear behaviour.

To ensure the best balance between quality and CPU performance, our final models run at 48k, preserving the depth and detail of the original high-resolution captures. Whether you mix at 44.1k, 48k, 88.2k, or 96k, Genesis automatically handles conversion, ensuring flawless performance at any sample rate.

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AnalogX products are digital emulations inspired by both classic and modern recording devices. Our products are designed to pay homage to both modern and classic studio equipment as well as our own DSP creations, plugins, and emulations. We utilize both open-source models and our own proprietary technology, which is the sole property of AnalogX. Our products are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed from any hardware or software manufacturers. AnalogX has no formal association or partnership with any hardware company, and any names, references, or likenesses used are purely for descriptive purposes to provide context for the sonic qualities we aim to emulate.

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