8.2Great
Cableguys FilterShaper 3 by Cableguys. LFO-drawn filter modulation from Cableguys—rhythmic filtering with the same drawing workflow as ShaperBox fans know.
Plugin comparison
Cableguys FilterShaper 3 vs Cytomic The Drop
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
Contenders
The side-by-side
8.3Great
Cytomic The Drop by Cytomic. Analog-modeled multi-mode filters with drive—ladder and friends for synth-style filtering on any track.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Cytomic The Drop comes out ahead (8.3). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | Cableguys FilterShaper 3 | Cytomic The Drop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €79 | $99 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | LFO filter modulator | Multi-mode analog-modeled filter |
| Developer | Cableguys | Cytomic |
| Relation | Sibling to ShaperBox family | — |
| Companion | — | Often paired with The Glue |
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