Hey there — I’m Pocket!Welcome to the World of PockeToneEvery computer is a neighborhood. Every DAW is a playground.In the PockeTone universe, your machine isn’t just hardware, it’s home.
Each plugin is a character who moves into your system and plays in your DAW,
shaping sound the way personalities shape conversation.The Metaphor:
• Your Computer = The Neighborhood
That’s where each PockeTone plugin lives, installs, and sets up shop.
They each pick their little corner — their folder — and hang their name on the door.• Your DAW = The Playground
This is where the gang comes alive. Whether it’s REAPER, Logic, FL Studio, or Ableton,
this is where the PockeTone crew meets up, shows off, and transforms your sound — one knob at a time.• Their Folder = Their Apartment
Each plugin installs into its proper home:
•~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/PocketPlugin.vst3
•~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/PocketPlugin.component
•~/Documents/PockeTone/Plug-In Name/LicenseSettingsThat’s their living space. Their crib. Where they stash their license keys and snacks.• The Knob = Their Voice
Each one-knob design isn’t just a control — it’s their signature move.
Whether it’s Hiss adding sizzle or spin spinning our signal, the knob is how they speak in the mix.So when you install PockeTone… you’re not just adding plugins. You’re welcoming a gang of audio
personalities into your musical neighborhood. They show up, hang out, and leave your tracks
better than they found them.Check out Story Pkwy to read more about the PockeTone family!
Collect Every Character
From shimmer to static, warmth to grit.
Every one-knob plugin in the Vinyl Collection plays a role.
Hear How They Sound
PockeTone Animation Series
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Featured Plugins
Pocket Spin
One Knob Modulation
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Spin | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 53.7MB | Offline via HTML |
Every PockeTone license includes lifetime updates and personal support built in, no extra cost.
Pocket Vinyl
Vinyl Warmth In One Twist
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Vinyl | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 63.3MB | Offline via HTML |
Every PockeTone license includes lifetime updates and personal support built in, no extra cost.
Pocket Vinyl Sound Demonstration
Pocket Noise
The Static Rebel
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Noise | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 62.8MB | Offline via HTML |
Every PockeTone license includes lifetime updates and personal support built in, no extra cost.
Pocket Hiss
One Knob Sibilance Plugin
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Hiss | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 57.4MB | Offline via HTML |
Every PockeTone license includes lifetime updates and personal support built in, no extra cost.
Pocket Crackle
Dusty One Knob Plugin
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Crackle | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 55.6MB | Offline via HTML |
Every PockeTone license includes lifetime updates and personal support built in, no extra cost.
Sample Packs
Stacks of sounds. Loops, kits, knocks, slaps — all made in a modest studio powered by coffee and sheer will. Created with my family (my daughter’s literally the drummer). Every pack funds more drumsticks and less stress.
PockeTone Bundles
The Vinyl Gang Bundle
5 One-Knob Plugins. One Cohesive Sound.The Vinyl Gang Bundle is a collection of five character-based audio plugins built to inject analog grit, shimmer, warmth, and movement into your digital sessions.Each plugin is voiced like a living tool — designed to feel immediate, musical, and full of soul. No menus. No presets. Just turn the knob and let the vibe in.Includes:Pocket Vinyl – Saturation + bloom (The Needle)Pocket Hiss – High-end shimmer + stereo fizz (The Whisper)Pocket Noise – Midrange static + responsive grit (The Fog)Pocket Crackle – Non-looping vinyl pop + texture (The Popcorn Fiend)Pocket Spin – Swirl modulation + rhythmic shimmer (The Swirl)These aren’t just effects. They’re personalities.
Stack them together and your mix stops sounding digital — it starts sounding lived in.Whether you're warming up clean loops, adding character to vocals, or layering real-time movement beneath a mix,
the Vinyl Gang gives you everything you need to shape a full analog-feeling signal chain from start to finish.Format: AU & VST3
macOS 11+ (Universal)
Windows 10+ (64-bit)
Activation: Offline via PocketDrop (No login. No tracking.)
License: 2 personal machines
Compatibility: macOS 11+
Notarized. Stapled. Safe.Handmade with actual DSP.
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl Bundle | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | macOS: 286MB | Windows: 97.5MB (ALL 5) | Offline via HTML |
Pocket Drop
What is Pocket Drop?A Pocket Drop is our hand-delivered license key system. It’s designed to feel personal, underground, and exclusive, like a vinyl handoff in a secret studio backroom.Pocket Drop – Step-by-Step License Delivery
Here’s exactly how it works:
1.) You Purchase
Pick up your PocketTone plugin or plugins on Gumroad.2.) We Prepare Your Drop
Within 1–24 hours, we generate your unique serial key and wrap it inside a custom encrypted HTML file. This file is made specifically for you. ( I like to send out Pocket Drops Fast)3.) You Receive the Drop
You’ll get an email from [email protected] with your private Pocket Drop. This includes your HTML access code, license key, a personal message, and everything you need to get started.4.) Enter Your License in the Plugin
Open the plugin → enter your license when prompted → unlock your tool → no crashing, no this or that.You’ll instantly see:Your plugin license keyYour buyer emailQuick install instructionsStep 4 — Install the Plugin
Drag the plugin files from the DMG into these locations:•~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/PocketPlugin.vst3
•~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/PocketPlugin.component(This one happens automatically when authorizing)
•~/Documents/PockeTone/Plug-In Name/LicenseSettingsThe installer window shows you exactly where to drop them.Step 5 — Activate the Plugin
When you open the plugin for the first time, you’ll be asked to enter your license key.
(Not the 4-digit code — use the long key shown inside the Pocket Drop.)What’s the Difference?
Email code → unlocks your encrypted Pocket Drop HTMLLicense key → unlocks the actual pluginYou need both — one to open your file, one to activate your plugin.Need Help?
Lost your Pocket Drop or license? Email [email protected]
License is valid for 2 machines
This is a one-person team — thanks for supporting my music tools
Pocket Drop has 2 unique tokens.Email Code=Unlocks Encrypted HTML
License=Authorizes Plugins1 token is an email code that unlocks your encrypted HTML and this code is sent to you after check out on Gumroad.This is the code that you will enter into your encrypted HTML file that was handcrafted just for you after your purchase.
This encrypted HTML is tied to your name & email, Your email will confirm your exact code. (110% SAFE FOR YOU)Below is what you will see when you open your encrypted HTML.
*Email Code goes in the field aboveCopy & Paste your code from the email into the code field as shown in the image above. When you enter the correct encrypted code you will be granted access to your license.This is the License that will authorize your PockeTone Plugins.Where does this license go?
Once you have copied your License you will paste it into the pop up authorization window that pops up automatically the first time you ever open any PockeTone Plugin, as shown below.This is the plugin pop up window that you will be greeted with or similar depending on what plugin you get or all. Copy the License from within your custom encrypted HTML file and paste it into the screen shown below!1 of 2 things will happen!
Once you have your License key from within your HTML, file we will want to load the plugin or plugins within our DAW and paste the License into the pop up splash screen.Please ensure that you have entered your custom license that was sent to you via Pocket Drop.Once you have entered your License you will want to click unlock and you will be greeted with another splash screen confirming your License registration was successful.
If you entered the correct License key from your encrypted HTML file you will be shown the pop up screen below with me giving you a thumbs up to let you know you are all good!You can confirm all is good by navigating to your HD/Documents/PockeTone/PluginFolder
You will see a new folder that has been created when you initialized your License authorization.Bottom line is, if you see this screen you are good to go! Let's go to the playground! (DAW)
Now let's say if the wrong License the screen below is what you will see. This screen upsets Pocket because it means we can't go to the playground.This is an easy fix! You will want to copy the License from within your encrypted HTML by clicking the Copy License Key button.Next right click inside of the License manager pop up window from within the PockeTone plugin and click paste. Click Unlock after and you will see Pocket happy again!
How To Install?
How to Install
Follow these quick steps to install your PocketTone plugin:1. Open the DMG Installer
Double-click the .dmg file you received. You’ll see a custom installer window with folders for AU and VST3 formats.2. Drag and Drop the Plugin Files
Move each plugin to its correct system folder:AU (Component) →
Macintosh HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/VST3 →
Macintosh HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/🧠 Tip: These are system folders, not user folders. You might need to enter your Mac password when dragging.3. Open Your DAW
Launch your DAW (e.g. Logic, Ableton, REAPER). Your new plugin will scan and appear like any standard AU or VST3.4. Enter Your License Key
When the plugin loads, a splash screen will appear asking for your license key.
Copy the long license key from your Pocket Drop and paste it in.You’re in! Enjoy the vibe.
About PockeTone
PockeTone: Behind the Mix, Beneath the Folder
Most people think plugins are just tools.
They drag, they drop, they move on.But beneath /Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/, past the folders and code,
there’s a city.A living, buzzing audio world — built from signal flow, legacy grit, and one-knob legends.Welcome to PockeTone.The City of Sound and Story
This isn’t Silicon Valley.
This is Gain District. Lo-Fi Heights. Crackle Crate Lane. Wobble Hill.Each plugin is a character.
Not code. Not presets. Personality. Purpose. Presence.When you install a plugin, you're not just loading DSP —
you’re handing a new tenant keys to your sonic city.And when you open your DAW?
That’s when the streets light up.Boost sprints across stereo lanes.
Tape lays down and stretches time.
Crackle gets in the way — on purpose.
Vinyl just nods and finds the pocket.Your DAW isn’t just a workstation.
It’s their turf. Their loop. Their life.After Hours
When you close the session… the city doesn’t sleep.Vinyl hosts listening parties.
Crackle sneaks into automation lanes.
Crush runs late-night saturation tests.
Dad reads gear manuals and brews espresso.
Wob naps in your output bus.And sometimes…
one of them finds their way into another plugin’s preset folder
just to leave a little chaos for tomorrow.You’re Not Just a User. You’re the Director.
Every plugin you install is more than a tool.
It’s a character. A voice. A member of the gang.You don’t just make music with PockeTone.
You bring this world to life.Welcome to Story Pkwy.
This is where they live.
This is where your sound begins.
This is PockeTone.
Meet the Vinyl Gang
Pocket Vinyl – The Needle
The OG. The soul. The groove setter.
Lives in Analog Nostalgia with his records and peace of mind.
He moves slow. Speaks smooth. Always locks into the pocket.
Even Boost chills when Vinyl speaks.Pocket Hiss – The Whisper
Elegant. Sharp. Made of tape ghosts and tweeter wire.
Lives in the shimmer zone, always barely present.
Quiet until she’s not. Hiss can cut, or elevate. You don’t hear her — until she’s gone.Pocket LoFi – The Dreamer
Wanders above the noise. Paints in bit depth. Sleeps in stereo.
Lives with Pocket Tape in a forgotten record store attic.
He turns clean signal into memory.
The only plugin that outputs nostalgia.Pocket Boost – The Hype Man
Lives in a warehouse with no ceiling.
Every session he kicks the door open yelling “WHO NEEDS MORE GAIN?”
Clashes with Log. Still hugs him on holidays.
Picks up stereo buses for reps.Pocket Crush – The Destroyer
Distortion gremlin. Once a mastering comp, now corrupted by stompbox life.
Crackle? That's his snack.
Lives under Sidechain Alley, runs illegal mix battles at night.
Speaks in broken waveforms and feedback.Pocket Crackle – The Popcorn Fiend
Born in the same crate as Vinyl — chewed his way out.
Annoying but lovable.
Lives for silence just so he can interrupt it.
The one who pops off when everyone else is chill.Pocket Noise – The Static Rebel
Built in a busted Walkman and never erased.
Says he’s not lo-fi — he’s anti-fi.
Talks in bursts. Fights silence like it owes him money.
Hangs with Hiss. Doesn’t trust Boost.Pocket Tape – The Drifter
Lives in a trailer that loops in half-time.
Always arriving late but sounding perfect.
Slurs pitch like it’s poetry. Sleeps in swirl.
If Vinyl is the groove, Tape is the ghost in the reel.Pocket Log – The Warm One (aka Dad)
Came from mastering school. Wears compression like a cardigan.
Still uses analog meters and makes his own coffee.
Respected. Reliable. Ready with a phase fix.
Vinyl’s proud dad. Boost’s reluctant father figure.Pocket Wob – The Elder
Once pristine. Now cracked and proud.
Lives in a sleeve nailed to a tree in Wobble Hill.
Speaks in slow LFOs. Hums at 33 RPM.
When plugins fight, Wob just warbles until peace returns.Your DAW Is Their Playground
When you launch your DAW, it’s not just a session —
it’s a city-wide call to arms.
Need Help or Have Feedback?
Pocket Wants to Hear From You
Got a thought? A wish? A weird bug? A brilliant idea?Pocket’s always listening. This is a small-batch, one-human plugin shop, and I care deeply about making sure every
PocketTone tool feels right, sounds right, and works beautifully in your sessions.If you think a plugin could sound better...
If you want more control, less fizz, more crunch, or just more vibe...
If something broke or didn’t behave as expected...
Or if you simply have an idea that could make PocketTone better...Drop it below. Every message goes straight to me — no bots, no interns, just Pocket (and coffee).All feedback is welcome. It helps shape future updates and keeps this thing evolving toward the best possible sound for you.
I’m building these plugins with all the love, grit, and vinyl dust I’ve got but I can’t grow this the right way without your help.
YES! Your voice can literally shape future updates. Every suggestion helps me build better tools for the underground.Thanks for being part of this journey.
Meet The Gang!
MEET THE CREWWelcome to the Block.
This ain’t your average plugin collection.
This is PockeTone — a back-alley gang of handcrafted audio personalities, each raised in a different corner of the sonic streets.From dusty crates to shattered tape decks, these ten characters weren’t built in a lab…
they grew up in the mix — fighting bad tone, broken beats, and soulless signal chains.They don’t ask for permission.
They don’t care about loudness wars.
They roll deep — each with a single knob and a mission to make your track hit harder.Who’s on the block?
Pocket Vinyl
Crate-born and combat-ready. His needle’s sharp, his attitude sharper.
NEEDLE.Pocket Tape
Wobbly and warped, he don’t move fast but he hits weird.
WREEEOOww.Pocket Hiss
Static in his step and a spark in his punch. Nobody buzzes like this dude.
SSSSss (SPARK / STATIC).Pocket Noise
Sneaky. Slithery. Sounds like the attic’s haunted — in the best way.
SHHHH (SLIGHT / ANNOY).Pocket Crackle
Raised on Dusty crates. Wears noise like a jacket.
DUSTY (NOISE / FRIZZ).Pocket Lofi
Cold-hearted and mid-heavy. He removes what you thought you needed.
REMOVE (YOURS / MINE).Pocket Boost
All gas. No chill. Hits like caffeine in pedal form.
OOOOoff (WARM / HOT).Pocket Crush
Dirty. Fried. The reason your track slaps so ugly.
DIRTY (HOT / FRIED).Pocket Log (Dad)
Old school. Analog-educated. Knows every tone trick in the book.
DAD (DULL / WISE).Pocket Wob (Gramps)
Can’t walk straight. Can’t be ignored. His groove sways like history itself.
WOBBLE (SWAY / STUMBLE).Each One Lives Somewhere Different
• Vinyl posts up near Sample St.
• Crush lurks off Distort Blvd.
• Wob chills at the end of Groove Ct.
• And Noise? He’s literally everywhere.This is a plugin universe with character.
Mix with personality. Stack with intention.
Every one-knob soldier in the PockeTone family brings something different to the fight.“These aren’t just plugins. They’re characters. Each one brings their own sound, vibe,
and baggage to the table.Together, they form the Vinyl Gang — the original PockeTone family.”More personalities coming!
I Am Pocket Vinyl
Vinyl Warmth In One Twist
Every PockeTone license includes lifetime updates and personal support built in, no extra cost.
A one-knob saturation plugin that adds warmth, harmonic movement, and subtle analog drift. It mimics the behavior of a stylus on vinyl rounding transients, enhancing tone, and introducing soft pitch flutter as your signal hits.At lower settings, it adds gentle saturation and dynamic bloom. At higher settings, you get audible pitch drift, harmonic lift, and an animated sense of vintage weight.Designed for use on loops, guitars, pads, organic audio sources, drums, or anything that feels too digital or dry. I encourage you do experiment with your possibilities.Character: Smooth, focused, and expressive. Pocket Vinyl responds to your dynamics like an instrument, adding warmth without mud, and movement without chaos.
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Vinyl | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 63.3MB | Offline via HTML |
Pocket Vinyl Sound Demonstration
Pocket Vinyl Installer Makes Installation Easy!
🎛️ What Happens After Purchase?
Every PockeTone plugin comes with a handcrafted installer experience, not just a zip file. When you open your download, you’re greeted by the plugin itself, walking you through setup like a character stepping out of a record sleeve.Each installer includes:A visual drag-and-drop interface (for AU & VST3)Friendly, themed instructions right from the plugin mascotLicense key info and what to expect from your Pocket Drop deliveryA splash of storytelling and style that makes installation funIt’s designed to feel personal, underground, and analog, like unboxing a boutique pedal, not just installing software.This is part of what makes PockeTone different. Every step, from checkout to first sound, has been sweated over, so the vibe never breaks.
I Am Pocket Noise
The Static Rebel
All PockeTone Plugins come with FREE customer support and FREE life time updates!
A one-knob static generator that adds midrange texture and analog grit to any signal that passes through. It introduces filtered white noise that only activates when audio is present, creating subtle motion, vintage tone, and a sense of physical space without crowding your signal.At low settings, it adds a light static bed that blends into the background. At higher settings, it brings more presence, saturation, and stereo width, with a soft shimmer that emerges near the top of the range.Ideal for tracks that feel too clean or digital, Pocket Noise gives you warmth and movement without adding volume or clutter.Character: Quiet, strange, and tuned into old frequencies. Pocket Noise doesn’t take up space, he fills the gaps. The static you feel more than you hear.
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Noise | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 62.8MB | Offline via HTML |
I Am Pocket Crackle
The Popcorn Fiend
A one-knob texture plugin that adds randomized crackle, static fizz, and analog pops to clean audio. It’s not looped or synced, it’s chaotic by design, introducing unpredictable dust bursts that suggest rhythm without repeating it.At low settings, it adds light vinyl imperfections and rare pops.
At mid to high settings, it becomes frizzy, twitchy, and noisy, with layered crackle and stereo-spread static that animate minimal arrangements.Designed to give stale loops, sparse bridges, or clean vocals a layer of analog grime that moves on its own.Character: Twitchy, crusty, and unpredictable. Pocket Crackle doesn’t behave, he interrupts. He’s not just texture; he’s tension. The grit you meant to leave in.
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Crackle | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 55.6MB | Offline via HTML |
I Am Pocket Crush
The Destroyer
PocketCrush – The Destroyer1. Name & Title:
PocketCrush – The Destroyer2. Personality:
Brash, reckless, and unapologetically loud. Crush is the roughneck of the crew — always kicking the door down with crunchy textures and zero regard for pristine mixes. He lives for the chaos and wants your signal messy, mangled, and deliciously broken. Think denim jacket, torn sleeves, and a permanent smirk.3. Mix Behavior:
Crush slams transients, flattens dynamics, and injects your track with a bold analog grit. Perfect for squashing drums, mangling loops, or turning sterile synths into bruisers. It’s not subtle — it’s savage.4. Backstory:
Rumor has it he used to be a pristine compressor, until one day he got stuck in an overdrive pedal and never looked back. He wears distortion like a badge of honor and considers tape hiss a cologne.5. Ideal Usage:
Perfect for when your track feels too clean. Smash snares, glue loops, or inject raw attitude into vocals or bass. If you want control, look elsewhere — this knob was born to break rules.6. Relationship to the Gang:
The rowdiest cousin of PocketVinyl. Known to clash with PocketDad over “proper mix levels” but is secretly respected by PocketWob for his unapologetic character. Think of him as the younger sibling who got expelled but still shows up to family dinners.
I Am Pocket Hiss
The Whisper
All PockeTone Plugins come with FREE customer support and FREE life time updates!
A one-knob noise generator designed to add subtle top-end energy and analog-style static without harshness. It introduces responsive, filtered hiss that flickers in the 8–12kHz range, adding presence, air, and stereo width to signals that need a lift.At low settings, it adds a faint sizzle that breathes with your audio.
At higher settings, it introduces brighter shimmer, stereo jitter, and a ghostly high-end layer that reacts to dynamics without ever sitting on top of the mix.Perfect for adding presence to vocals, sparkle to synths, or atmosphere to loops, without reaching for EQ.Character: Pocket Hiss is reactive, charged, and precise. He doesn’t fill space, he pressurizes it. The high-end layer you don’t notice until it’s gone.
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Hiss | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 57.4MB | Offline via HTML |
I Am Pocket LoFi
The Dreamer
POCKET LOFI – “The Dreamer”1. Personality: Slow, sleepy, and poetic. Always a little out of focus.2. Mix Behavior: Softens transients, reduces clarity, adds harmonic bloom. Like a tape that’s been dubbed too many times.3. Backstory: Got left on a reel-to-reel machine overnight and soaked in a decade of dreams.4. Ideal Usage: Use on keys, pads, or vocals to blur the edges and mellow the vibe.5. Relationship to the Gang: Close with Hiss and Vinyl — like the poet in the group.
I Am Pocket Tape
The Drifter
POCKET TAPE – “The Drifter”1. Personality: A little warped, a little drunk. You never know if he’s arriving on beat or behind it.2. Mix Behavior: Emulates tape flutter and gentle pitch instability. The sound of tape slowing down mid-playback.3. Backstory: Once a pristine reel, now a warped legend. Keeps the party slow and sweet.4. Ideal Usage: Killer on pads, synths, or anything that needs movement and drift.5. Relationship to the Gang: Childhood best friend of LoFi. They used to ride cassette decks together.
I Am Pocket Boost
The Hypeman
POCKET BOOST – “The Hype Man”1. Personality: Loud. Always yelling. Thinks every mix needs more of everything.2. Mix Behavior: Adds gain, harmonic coloration, and subtle saturation. Like slamming a signal through an analog preamp.3. Backstory: Born from a maxed-out VU meter. Literally can’t whisper.4. Ideal Usage: Great for drums, 808s, or anything that needs to punch through the mix.5. Relationship to the Gang: Nobody wants to sit next to him at dinner. But he does get the party started.
I Am Pocket Log
The Warm One
POCKET DAD (LOG) – “The Warm One”1. Personality: Steady, thoughtful, wears socks with sandals. Tells corny jokes and watches levels like a hawk.2. Mix Behavior: Adds rounded warmth, low-mid weight, and subtle vintage rolloff.3. Backstory: Was cutting records before the others were born. Keeps the legacy alive.4. Ideal Usage: Amazing on buses, lo-fi masters, and anything that needs “glue.”5. Relationship to the Gang: The actual father of Vinyl, Noise, and Boost. Calls Wobble every Sunday.
I Am Pocket Wob
The Elder
POCKET WOB – “The Elder”1. Personality: Shaky, wise, and probably napping. Doesn’t say much, but everything he says is gold.2. Mix Behavior: Introduces warble, subtle pitch instability, and time-stretched vibes. Like vinyl that’s seen better decades.3. Backstory: Once an elite test pressing. Now proudly scratched and warped.4. Ideal Usage: Great for vibing up keys, melodies, and lo-fi atmospheres.5. Relationship to the Gang: Grandpa to them all. Taught Vinyl everything. No one questions Wob.
I Am Pocket Spin
One-Knob Time Modulator
A one-knob modulation plugin that introduces tempo-synced pitch movement, stereo drift, and shimmer. It doesn’t delay or filter your signal — it modulates it in place using a combination of comb filtering, EQ drift, and stereo reverb to create movement that blends with your dry sound.At low values, Pocket Spin adds subtle stereo motion and tonal shift.
At high values, it creates audible pitch modulation and ghost-like swirling textures.Built to enhance dry signals with controlled movement — without cluttering the mix.Character: Designed for producers who want depth and modulation without resorting to delay or chorus. Smooth, responsive, and musical at any setting.
| Plugin Name | Format | Dual OS Support | CPU Load | License | File Size | Unlock Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Spin | AU & VST3 | macOS 11+ (Universal) / Windows 10+ (64-bit) | Ultra-light | 2 Devices via Pocket Drop | 53.7MB | Offline via HTML |
Have Any Questions?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ: What is PockeTone, exactly?
A: PockeTone is a boutique plugin label built around one-knob audio tools — each with its own personality, sonic vibe, and backstory. You’re not just using effects. You’re loading characters from a secret sound city.Q: What formats are included?
A: Every plugin comes in both VST3 and AU formats for macOS. Windows versions are on the way. No extra charge when they drop.Q: Are these plugins universal? Will they run on Intel and Apple Silicon?
A: Yup. Everything is built to run natively on both Intel and Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3). No Rosetta required. Just drag, drop, and get to work.Q: How do I install the plugin?
A: Open the custom DMG installer. Drag the files into the correct folder slots shown.
We designed it like a cozy vinyl-themed room so you actually know where things go.Q: How do I unlock the plugin after installing it?
A: When you load the plugin for the first time, a license screen will pop up. Paste in your key. Hit unlock. Done. The plugin remembers you next time.Q: What’s PocketDrop?
A: PocketDrop is our secret delivery system. After purchase, we hand-prepare a custom HTML drop — like a secret vinyl handoff — that includes your personal license key and plugin info. It’s password-protected, exclusive, and handcrafted with love.Q: Can I install on more than one machine?
A: Yes — your license covers two machines (laptop + studio, for example). If you upgrade machines in the future, just email Pocket and we’ll reset your activations. We’re chill like that.Q: Can I try before I buy?
A: Not yet — but we’re working on lightweight demos. Until then, check the sounds, the walkthroughs, and trust the gang.Q: Do you offer refunds?
A: All sales are final, but if something breaks, crashes, or makes your 808s sad, hit us up. We’ll make it right.Still not feeling at home? I get it new places can be scary sometimes. Please feel free to use the email icon below so you can reach out to Pocket and express your concerns.
The PockeTone Brand Bible
“One Knob. Infinite Soul.”
© PockeTone, est. 2025⸻01. BRAND DNA
Name: PockeTone
Founded: 2025
Founder: Daniel Yuck
Headquarters: PocketWorld
Mission:To bring soul, imperfection, and emotional connection back to digital music-making—one character, one knob, one story at a time.Core Philosophy:PockeTone doesn’t make plugins. It builds personalities.
These aren’t FX tools. They’re rebels with sonic purpose.
Each one lives in a hand-drawn world. Each one fights the war against Blandware.02. PRODUCT STRUCTURE
• Every PockeTone plugin is a one-knob character
• Each plugin has:
• A name (e.g. Pocket Vinyl, Pocket LoFi)
• A personality and voice
• A unique DSP trait (sonic behavior that reflects its identity)
• A custom cartoon-style UI (“PocketTone Official Cartoon Style™”)
• A secret story hidden in the world of the Vinyl Gang03. VISUAL SYSTEM
“PocketTone Official Cartoon Style™” includes:
• Big centered knob, always labeled with one bold word
• Warm, vintage-inspired color palette
• Consistent 3px outlines and wood trim
• No drop shadows, no realism-based skeuomorphism
• Textured, grainy surfaces to evoke analog imperfection
• Mascot-driven UI (each plugin is the face)Inspiration: 90s cartoons, indie vinyl labels, street posters, glitch nostalgia04. NARRATIVE UNIVERSE
PockeTone exists inside a story:
• The Vinyl Gang = plugins with soul. Analog warriors.
• The Blandware Alliance = soulless, corporate audio tools.
• Pocket = the voice of rebellion. Narrates the rise of the one-knob plugins.
• Needle in the System = the first episode in a longform animation saga. Each plugin is a new “episode.”05. DELIVERY + EXCLUSIVITY
PockeTone uses Pocket Drop — a secretive license delivery system:
• Encrypted HTML packages with stylized art
• Delivered manually after purchase
• Each license is personal, not instant
• Feels like receiving a custom dubplate from a vinyl dealer06. ANTI-COPYCAT CLAUSE
“If it looks like PockeTone, but isn’t part of the Vinyl Gang, it’s a bootleg.”PockeTone pre-dates any lookalikes.
All plugin character names, styles, delivery systems, and narrative elements are original IP.Any brand replicating:
• One-knob cartoon characters with bios
• Plugins delivered via custom HTML vault
• All PockeTone animations & vinyl rebellion storyline will be publicly timestamped and called out as unoriginal clones.We don’t knock off. We knock hard.07. FUTURE ROADMAP
• 10 character plugins in the Vinyl Collection
• Serialized animation series
• Merch: vinyls, cassette bundles, tees, stickers
• Potential DAW/host built around the Vinyl Gang
• Live performances with projected visuals + character interludes08. TAGLINES
• “One knob. Infinite soul.”
• “The Vinyl Gang is here.”
• “Don’t mix alone.”
• “Sounds like memory.”
• “Analog hearts. Digital fists.”Timestamped Public Record
This page was created and published by Daniel Yuck / PockeTone™ on or before June 2025.
All characters, branding, delivery systems, names, designs, and language are original IP.
This record is archived publicly via web timestamp and offline documentation.
PockeTone Bootleg Warning
Want to verify originality?Read my PockeTone brand bible — it’s public, timestamped, and un-fakeable.This is a timestamped transmission from PocketWorld.Since 2025, PockeTone has been building a world of one-knob plugins with soul, story, and rebellion baked into every release.
We don’t just make effects—we introduce characters. We tell stories. We deliver license keys like underground mixtapes.Everything we release is:
• Timestamped
• Original
• Protected by community and documentationWhat to Watch ForIn recent months, we’ve noticed a number of plugin releases that seem… uncannily familiar.Traits like:
• Cartoon UIs with a single knob
• Mascot-style plugins with backstories
• “Secret delivery” gimmicks
• Vibes that feel… vinyl-flavoredSometimes it’s flattery.
Other times, it’s flat-out copycat behavior—without the flavor.Our Timestamps Don’t LieWe invite anyone to browse our public timeline:
• Brand Bible published: June 2025
• Pocket Vinyl full release: June 2025
• PocketDrop delivery system: est. early 2025
• Vinyl Gang storyline & animation: pre-production began March 2025These ideas weren’t plucked from the air.
They’ve been documented, refined, and released with intent.We Don’t Call Names — We Just Call It ObviousWe’re not here to sling lawsuits or start internet beef.
We’re here to build a world worth defending.If you see something that feels like a bootleg PockeTone drop?
Trust your gut.We’ll never stoop to imitation.
We lead with soul.
We mix with meaning.Stay Sharp. Stay Original. Stay in the Vinyl Gang.If you’re building something unique, we love you.
If you’re remixing ideas with love, we salute you.
But if you’re tracing our outlines and dropping knockoffs?Just know the Gang sees everything.If you’re in, you’re family.
If you’re fake, we’ll hear it.First dropped, never duplicated.
PockeTone™ – Where plugins come alive.Timestamped Public Record
This page was created and published by Daniel Yuck / PockeTone™ on or before June 2025.
All characters, branding, delivery systems, names, designs, and language are original IP.
This record is archived publicly via web timestamp and offline documentation.
About Me
#include <JuceHeader.h>class HelloPockeTone : public juce::JUCEApplication
{
public:
HelloPockeTone() {}const juce::String getApplicationName() override { return "PockeToneIntro"; }
const juce::String getApplicationVersion() override { return "1.0"; }
bool moreThanOneInstanceAllowed() override { return true; }void initialise (const juce::String&) override
{
juce::Logger::writeToLog ("Hello, I am Daniel Yuck.");
juce::Logger::writeToLog ("Welcome to PockeTone.");
juce::Logger::writeToLog ("Hand-coded. One character at a time.");
quit(); // Ends the app right after logging
}void shutdown() override {}
void systemRequestedQuit() override { quit(); }
void anotherInstanceStarted (const juce::String&) override {}};// This macro generates the main() routine that launches the app
STARTJUCEAPPLICATION (HelloPockeTone)// PockeTone Boot Sequence
#include <JUCE.h>
injectDust();
routeSignalToSoul();
if (me.authenticity() < 100) bypassFidelity();
I’m Daniel Yuck — audio developer, tattoo artist, and dusty sound rebel.Before PockeTone, there was Reflekt Audio — a deep catalog of sample-based VSTs and instruments that found their way into underground studios, dusty laptops, and hard drives across the world. They weren’t flashy. They were raw, soulful, and easy to use — like lo-fi weapons hiding in plain sight. That era taught me how to build tools musicians actually reach for.Then I stepped away — traded audio waveforms for tattoo ink, building stories line by line on skin instead of screens. But the sound never left. Not the hunger. Not the dirt. Not the feeling that something was missing in modern plugins.I didn’t want to remake what I’d already done. I wanted to build something different, something that feels alive.So I came back — not just to code, but to tell stories.And that’s when PockeTone was born.A new universe of one-knob plugins with personalities.
Each one a character. Each one a metaphor.
Each one built to live somewhere in the Hard Drive Streets — my cartoon underworld of sound, where cracked software and bloated plugin suites lurk in the shadows… and only real code cuts through the noise.Simple tools. Big soul.
Welcome to PockeTone.
PluginCharacter pocketVinyl = PluginCharacter::create("Pocket Vinyl");
pocketVinyl.setVibe("Dusty");
pocketVinyl.setKnobCount(1);
pocketVinyl.enableWarpDrive(true);
PluginRegistry::install(pocketVinyl, File::getSpecialLocation(userHome));
I still tattoo. I still design.
But now I code plugins the same way I tattoo —
by hand, with intent and all of my heart,
One character at a time.If you're still here, reading this...
welcome to the underground.
You're not just a customer.
You're part of the drop.
And this is only the beginning.The Hard Drive Streets run deep.
And there’s more on the way.
// JUCE SoulSignal Appreciation Routinevoid showLoveToSupporters()
{
SoulSignal thanks;thanks.setMessage("Thank you for believing in raw, dusty sound.");
thanks.addEmotion("Gratitude");
thanks.addEmotion("Respect");
thanks.setChannel("Heart");if (supporter.hasEverOpenedEmail() || supporter.hasVisitedSampleLane())
{
thanks.sendDirectTo(supporter.inbox());
supporter.injectConfidence(100);
}Console::log("You are appreciated. Every click, every listen, every belief in something real.");
Console::log("You're not just part of the journey — you ARE the journey.");
}showLoveToSupporters();
🎛️ What Happens After Purchase?
Every PockeTone plugin comes with a handcrafted installer experience, not just a zip file.
When you open your download, you’re greeted by the plugin itself, walking you through setup like a character stepping out of a record sleeve.Each installer includes:A visual drag-and-drop interface (for AU & VST3)Friendly, themed instructions right from the plugin mascotLicense key info and what to expect from your Pocket Drop deliveryA splash of storytelling and style that makes installation funIt’s designed to feel personal, underground, and analog, like unboxing a boutique pedal, not just installing software.This is part of what makes PockeTone different. Every step, from checkout to first sound, has been sweated over, so the vibe never breaks.
How It Works (After Download)
This isn’t a boring zip file.
Every PockeTone plugin comes with a custom installer experience — animated, themed, and designed to feel like unboxing gear, not just installing software.Step 1 — Open the DMG
Drag the plugin files into your system folders:
•~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/PocketPlugin.vst3
•~/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/PocketPlugin.component
•~/Documents/PockeTone/Plug-In Name/LicenseSettingsThat’s it. Installed.Step 2 — Launch Your DAW
Load the plugin.
You’ll be greeted by a custom splash screen from the character — not some stock activation window.Step 3 — Meet Your Plugin
Each plugin walks you through setup with its own voice and style.Enter your license key from the Pocket DropHit UnlockYou're inNo internet. No login. Just music.
🧠 How to Enter Your License Key
Once you’ve installed the plugin and opened it in your DAW, you’ll be greeted by a splash screen — custom to each plugin. This is where the license key from your Pocket Drop comes into play.Here’s how it works:
Launch your DAW and load the plugin (AU or VST3 — both are licensed the same way)The splash screen will appear automatically, welcoming youOpen your Pocket Drop HTML file from your emailThis file is a private vault that includes your unique license key and unlock codeIt may ask for a short password — usually your first name, just like it was deliveredCopy the license key from your Pocket DropPaste the key into the plugin splash screen fieldClick OK — and you're in
Once accepted, the splash screen disappears, and the plugin is fully unlocked. No restarts. No internet check-ins. No accounts.If the key is invalid or mistyped, you’ll see a friendly message prompting you to double-check your Pocket Drop file and try again.🔒 What Makes It Different
There’s no server-side activation. No online database. No email matching.
Just a SHA256-secured offline key that works like a handshake between you and the plugin — forever.The key is stored locally in your Mac’s user Documents folder so it auto-validates every time you load a session, with no hassle.📁 Where the License Is Stored
Once entered, your license key is saved here:•~/Documents/PockeTone/Plug-In Name/LicenseSettingsIf you ever switch machines, just move that license.settings file to the same folder on the new Mac — no reactivation needed.
About the “License Denied” Screen
If you see the License Denied splash screen, don’t panic — it just means something’s off with your license key.This screen appears when the plugin couldn’t validate your license. It’s designed to protect the plugin, respect honest customers, and keep the experience secure and offline.You might be seeing it because:The license key was entered with a typoYou haven’t entered your key yetYou copied the plugin without activating it on this machineThe license is already in use on two other devicesThe screen will show a brief message explaining what went wrong, and how to fix it. Once everything checks out, the plugin unlocks immediately, no internet required, no logins, no tracking.If you're stuck, just reach out at [email protected]
we’ve got your back.This screen isn’t here to block you. It’s here to keep things fair, smooth, and honest — the way boutique tools should be.
