Zaebects Signal is a free plugin for After Effects and Premiere Pro that simulates a real analog TV broadcast by encoding video into a modulated analog signal and decoding it back to a color image, offering extensive glitch parameters.
Developed by Zaebects.
About Zaebects Signal
Zaebects Signal brings authentic analog video glitching to After Effects and Premiere Pro. Instead of a visual imitation, it reproduces analog television technology inside a digital workflow by encoding video as a modulated analog signal and then decoding it back to a color image. The plugin provides numerous adjustable parameters that let users degrade any part of the signal, producing old videotape aesthetics, multiple noise types, and genuine TV bend distortion. It supports After Effects and Premiere Pro releases from CC 2017 through the 2026 versions and runs on Apple silicon Macs. The effect is intended for creators seeking realistic analog TV looks and experimental video art within supported Adobe hosts.
Features
- Real analog signal emulation that encodes video into a modulated analog signal and decodes it back into a color image
- Old videotape aesthetics
- Many ways to degrade any part of the signal
- Several types of noise
- Authentic TV bend distortion
- Many adjustable parameters
Best for
Artists and motion designers who need realistic analog TV distortion and glitch effects in After Effects or Premiere Pro.
Frequently asked questions
Does Zaebects Signal work with After Effects 2026?
Yes. Zaebects Signal lists compatibility with After Effects 2026 and earlier versions back to CC 2017, so it can be used in After Effects 2026.
Does Zaebects Signal run on Apple silicon?
Yes. Apple silicon support was added in version 1.2.1, released in February 2022, and any build from that version onward runs on Apple silicon Macs.
How does Zaebects Signal create its analog effect?
The plugin encodes video into a modulated analog signal—a linear mix of luminance and chrominance—then decodes that signal back into a color image, recreating the behavior of an actual analog TV broadcast and allowing signal degradation through its parameters.
Is Zaebects Signal free?
The catalog lists Zaebects Signal as free, but licensing terms may change, so users should verify the current cost and license details on the developer’s page.
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