Lector is a powerful vocoder plugin that transforms any incoming audio into unique and creative sounds. It can produce a wide range of effects, from robotic voices and whispering strings to rhythmic pads and resonant bell tones. Whether you want to distort vocals, add subtle harmonies, or craft imaginative soundtracks, Lector provides the tools to explore new sonic territories with ease. Its intuitive interface allows quick adjustments that unlock endless possibilities for sound design.

The plugin features an advanced analysis filter bank that divides the input signal into up to 100 frequency bands, which then modulate the synthesis filter bank. This process can use either the built-in 16-voice synthesizer or an external source, enabling melodic or harmonic control over vocals and speech. Additional controls include a whitening filter to prepare signals, a three-band equalizer for precise frequency shaping, and various compressor and distortion options to enhance the character of the sound. These features combine to deliver detailed and expressive vocoder effects.

Lector’s integrated synthesizer includes two oscillators with classic waveforms such as sine, triangle, sawtooth, and pulse with variable width, alongside sample playback and modulation options like FM and ring modulation. Effects such as tube overdrive, transistor distortion, chorus, flanger, delay, and reverb are available to refine the output further. Whether used in polyphonic or monophonic mode, the synthesizer offers extensive modulation and filtering capabilities, making Lector a comprehensive solution for crafting dynamic and textured vocoder sounds.