SMG Cockblocker is a specialized noise gate plugin engineered to address one core problem: eliminating unwanted noise in high-gain guitar and bass rigs without sacrificing tone, sustain, or the feel of your playing. Unlike general-purpose noise reduction tools, Cockblocker was designed from the ground up with metal, hard rock, and hardcore in mind—styles where distortion can be fierce and relentless. By focusing exclusively on guitar and bass, it employs an intelligent algorithm that monitors playing dynamics to remove hiss, hum, and feedback, all while preserving the sharp attack and robust sustain that heavy music demands.
What truly makes Cockblocker stand out is the way it splits the signal from your amp and applies gate processing in real time. This design means that loud, crushing riffs remain powerful, but the plugin clamps down on noise the instant you stop playing. Unlike standard DAW gates or bundled gate modules in amp sims, Cockblocker is dialed in for musicians who push their gear to the edge. You won’t spend hours fiddling with parameters or fighting that “choked” effect most gates produce; instead, Cockblocker offers swift, transparent gating that maintains clarity through lightning-fast palm-mutes, soaring lead lines, and everything in between.
For anyone tired of waging war against hum and feedback, Cockblocker streamlines the entire process. Setup is a breeze, with straightforward controls that take guesswork out of the equation. This frees you to focus on your performance, rather than constantly readjusting thresholds or worrying that your plugin will kill crucial harmonics. Speed is key—modern recording sessions often move at a frantic pace, and Cockblocker ensures your signal is clean and tight without bogging you down in complex settings. You’ll record more efficiently, get a pro-level sound faster, and capture the best elements of your tone without that nagging background noise.
Compared to generic gate plugins or massive noise-reduction suites, Cockblocker is both more affordable and more precise. There’s no paying for features you’ll never use, and no convoluted interface to navigate. It zeroes in on the demands of high-gain instruments so you can finally tame the roar of your amp without losing its signature power. For those serious about achieving a polished, aggressive tone—and saving precious time in the studio—SMG Cockblocker stands as the ultimate gate built by guitarists, for guitarists.
