Phat Sriracha

Phat Sriracha splits the signal using a one-pole (6 dB per octave) crossover. The input is split into 3 channels, and gain and stereo width is applied based on the Phat and Spice controls. Then, the mid and high channels are combined, and the resulting two channels (low and mid+high) are sent through a transient processing and saturation. The output signal is processed through a full-band compressor that emulates FET, Opto, and Console-style functioning.

Phat Sriracha can be used on a variety of sound sources. Just like Phat Mayo, the Phat and Spice controls have negative and positive values. Negative amounts cut EQ frequencies and positive values increase the EQ frequencies. The further the knobs are set from 0%, the more stereo width and transient processing are applied. Stereo width is generally narrowed with the lower bands, and slightly widened at higher frequencies.

Since Phat Sriracha functions as a transient processor, it can be pushed too hard on certain sources. This can result in a pumping/gated sound. This is highly dependent on the controls, as well as the dynamics of the input signal.