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Effect
Portal
Output · $149
Portal is a granular synthesis FX plugin from Output that transforms any audio input into playable, musical granular effects.
Portal is a effect by Output, available in VST, VST3, AU and AAX formats. It is priced at $149.
Notable features include presets, control and built-in fx. See the full specifications and frequently asked questions below.
Specifications
- Presets
- 250+ presets for instant playability
- Control
- Circular XY control linked to granular parameters
- Built-in FX
- 7 built-in FX plus a master compressor and filter
- Time manipulation
- Powerful time manipulation engine with tempo-synced grain delay
- Modulation
- Scale-based pitch modulation, Time Stretch, Pitch Shift, and Humanize controls
- Apple Silicon
- Native Apple Silicon compatibility (M1, M2 and beyond) as of v1.2.0
Last verified 2026-06-16
FAQ
What is Output Portal?
Portal is a granular FX plugin that uses granular synthesis to alter any audio input—VSTs, drums, vocals, live guitar, and more—into musical, playable granular effects.
How much does Portal cost?
Portal is $149 USD as a one-time purchase. It is also included in the Output One subscription, priced at $9.99/mo (billed $119.99 yearly) or $14.99/mo billed monthly.
What formats and systems does Portal support?
Portal runs as a VST, VST3, AU, or AAX plugin in all major DAWs that support third-party plugins. It works on Macs running macOS 10.12+ and PCs running Windows 7 or higher, with native Apple Silicon support as of v1.2.0.