Install
- Download the .component (AU) or .vst3 file
- Copy to your plugin folder:
- Mac AU:
~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/ - Mac VST3:
~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/ - Windows:
C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\
- Mac AU:
- Restart your DAW and scan for new plugins
Basic Usage
- Insert NIVIEM Phase One on any audio track
- Click a speed button: SLOW, MEDIUM, or FAST
- Done — you're now hearing the authentic PS-1A phaser sound
Speed Presets
| Button | Rate | Character |
|---|---|---|
| SLOW | 0.5 Hz | Breathing, ambient sweeps |
| MEDIUM | 1.0 Hz | Classic phaser pulse |
| FAST | 6.0 Hz | Vibrato-like warble |
Controls
Speed Buttons
Three colored buttons (Blue/Yellow/Red) select LFO rate. Speed transitions smoothly like a Leslie speaker.
Depth Knob
Controls wet/dry mix (0-100%). Only active in Modern Mode.
Vintage Toggle
- ON: Authentic PS-1A behavior, Depth locked at 100%
- OFF: Modern Mode with adjustable Depth and Tempo Sync
Sync Toggle
Locks LFO to DAW tempo. Only active in Modern Mode.
Bypass
Orange LED indicates active state. Click to bypass.
Quick Tips
- For authentic sound: Enable Vintage Mode
- For DAW sync: Disable Vintage, enable Sync
- Best on: Guitars, keys, synth pads, vocals
- Classic tones: Electric piano, funk guitar, ambient pads
- Zero latency: Safe for live tracking