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Effect
Thermal
Output · $75
Thermal is an interactive distortion plugin (effect) from Output for multi-stage distortion, filtering, and effects processing.
Thermal is a effect by Output, available in VST, VST3, AU and AAX formats. It is priced at $75.
Notable features include plugin formats, macos and windows. See the full specifications and frequently asked questions below.
Specifications
- Plugin formats
- 32 and 64 bit VST, VST3, AU, and AAX
- macOS
- OS X 10.9 or higher
- Windows
- Windows 7 or higher
- Memory
- 8GB minimum, 16GB+ recommended
- Disk space
- At least 300 MB free
- Activations
- Up to 4 computers simultaneously per license
Last verified 2026-06-16
FAQ
What plugin formats does Thermal support?
Thermal comes in 32 and 64 bit VST, VST3, AU, and AAX format, and is supported by all major DAWs that support third-party plugins.
How much does Thermal cost?
Thermal is $75 to buy outright. It is also included with the Output One subscription at $14.99/month, alongside Output's other software.
Is Thermal an instrument or an effect?
Thermal is an effects plugin (a distortion engine), not a software instrument like most other Output products.
On how many computers can I activate Thermal?
Thermal can be activated on up to four computers simultaneously per license.