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An introduction to Krotos Dehumaniser Simple Monsters, based on information from the maker and distributors: what it does, how to use it and who it may suit. It is not scored.
Where simplicity meets power, Simple Monsters delivers incredible vocal effects without complex plugins
— Krotos official site
What is Dehumaniser Simple Monsters?
Simple Monsters is a creature and character voice plug-in built on Dehumaniser 2 technology, with a streamlined interface.
A few sliders and assignable X/Y pads turn voices into monsters, robots, creatures and zombies.
It has 35 presets across Dialogue, Sci-fi, and Growls and Roars, and 48 animal sounds in the Scrubbing Convolution Module.
There are 5 dynamic parameters and a sample scrubbing function. It is also included in Krotos Studio Max.
Few controls
A slider and X/Y pad interface changes voices without deep settings, which may suit quick experiments.
35 presets
Presets are grouped as Dialogue, Sci-fi, and Growls and Roars, so you can choose by direction.
Animal sound scrubbing
The Scrubbing Convolution Module holds 48 animal sounds that can be scrubbed for variation.
5 dynamic parameters
Five parameters react to the voice, which may let the effect follow the performance.
Assignable X/Y pads
Assign parameters to the pads and move several at once.
High-resolution support
Supports up to 192 kHz / 24-bit.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Formats | AAX Native/AudioSuite, VST, VST3, AU (64-bit) |
| Hosts | Pro Tools 11+, Logic Pro X, Nuendo, Ableton Live, Cubase, Reaper |
| OS | macOS 10.13+ / Windows 10 64-bit+ |
| CPU/RAM | 2.4 GHz, 4 GB |
| Sample rate | Up to 192 kHz / 24-bit |
| Presets | 35 |
| Animal sounds | 48 |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Price | $99 |
What is included and system requirements
- Simple Monsters
- 35 presets
- 48 animal sounds
How to use it
- Prepare a free iLok account.
- Install and activate after purchase.
- Insert on a vocal track.
- Pick a preset for direction.
- Adjust the effect amount with the sliders.
- Assign parameters to the X/Y pads.
- Add variation by scrubbing animal sounds.
- Capture the movement with recording or automation.
Game character voices
It may help create enemy voices quickly.
Horror and zombie effects
It may help make growls.
Streams and videos
It may suit character voice changes.
Who it may suit
- People avoiding complex setups
- Those wanting creature voices quickly
- Game and video creators
- Those looking for an entry to Dehumaniser 2
Good to know before you buy
- An iLok account is required; one computer at a time.
- TouchOSC is not included.
How it differs from similar products
We do not pick a winner; the official figures are placed side by side.
Dehumaniser 2
Simple Monsters is $99 with 35 presets and 48 animal sounds; Dehumaniser 2 is $399 with 100+ presets and 133 recordings.
Price
$99 (Krotos official site, checked 2026-10-27). Prices can vary by region and promotion, so check the official page before buying.
See Dehumaniser Simple Monsters on the product page
Sources: krotos.studio krotosaudio.com (checked 2026-10-27)
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