Beatnik is an After Effects plugin by Ebberts + Zucker that creates audio‑driven edits, speed ramps and retimings with a single click. It runs on many After Effects releases from CC 2014 through the 2026 version.
Developed by Ebberts + Zucker.
About Beatnik
Beatnik is an After Effects plugin from Ebberts + Zucker that generates audio‑driven edits, speed ramps and retimings with a single click. The plugin works across a wide range of After Effects releases, covering CC 2014 and later versions up to the 2026 release, including intermediate builds such as CC 2015, CC 2015.3, CC 2017‑2019 and CC 2020‑2025. Version 1.01 added support for macOS 10.15 Catalina, and the latest version 1.07 (released November 12, 2025) updated the licensing framework. A demo video is available for previewing the workflow. The catalog lists Beatnik as free, but users should verify the current licensing terms on the developer’s site before downloading.
Features
- Audio-driven edits triggered with one click
- Speed ramps
- Retimings
- Handles additional edits beyond the core three
- Runs across After Effects versions from CC 2014 to 2026
- Demo video available
Best for
Editors and motion artists who need quick, audio‑driven edits, speed ramps, or retimings within After Effects.
Frequently asked questions
Which After Effects versions does Beatnik support?
Beatnik supports After Effects versions from CC 2014 through the 2026 release, including CC 2015, CC 2015.3, CC 2017‑2019 and CC 2020‑2025.
Is Beatnik free to download?
The catalog lists Beatnik as free, but licensing terms may change, so check the developer’s page for the current distribution details.
Is there a demo video for Beatnik?
Yes, a demo video for Beatnik is available and can be viewed on the developer’s site or YouTube for a preview of its workflow.
What changed in Beatnik 1.07?
Version 1.07, released on November 12, 2025, updated the plugin’s licensing framework; previous updates focused on licensing and added macOS 10.15 support in version 1.01.
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