Maim

I really like this plugin. I've long thought that the more obvious artifacts from MP3 compression would make for cool effects. Similar to bit crushing but with a more interesting character. Now, rather than running samples through numerous generations of MP3 compression, it can be done and quickly tweaked in my DAW.

The variables/parameters available in "Maim" are very interesting and fun to tinker with. Great on individual tracks or parts of whole mixes.

The plugin description states "knobs can be smoothly dragged and automated". It looks like this can only be done using the native automation of the DAW. I would really appreciate the ability to have each knob learn a MIDI cc. This is much more practical when migrating between DAWs and for the general posterity of the session file, since MIDI cc are standardized.

There is one notable annoyance that I must note. When I save my DAW session, Maim makes a short but loud glitchy burst of noise. Be careful to turn the volume down... [UPDATE] Maim does not seem to be making that loud glitchy noise when I save my session today.

My DAW is the last version of Cakewalk by Bandlab on the latest update of WIN10 64.

I know this will be part of my tool box despite some of its shortcomings. I applaud the developer, Wildergarden Audio, for this fun plugin.