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6020 Ultimate EQ
McDSP 6020 Ultimate EQ Native is McDSP's complete EQ package giving you an EQ for every occasion. In 6020 Ultimate EQ, you get ten high-quality EQ modules that are suitable for a variety of uses with simple, immaculate interfaces that will perform no matter what instrument you're providing a sonic frequency boost to. You'll be able to process your audio with complete precision thanks to the controls on each module such as variable frequency band control and gain dials.
Rather than emulating one specific piece of vintage analogue hardware, 6020 gives you emulations of a few with a couple of tweaks here and there to bring them into the 21st century so that they are ready for the modern-day 'in-the-box' producer and mix engineer. Not only that, but Ultimate EQ gives you some original McDSP designed modules that will fast become familiar and indispensable in your production toolkit.
6030 Ultimate Compressor
McDSP 6030 Ultimate Comp Native is a versatile compression plugin offering ten different types of compressor suitable for a variety of uses. 6030 builds on the compression algorithm used in other famous McDSP compression plugins to bring you a simple and easy-to-use interface that will suit novices and professionals alike. Featured on the 6030 are ten individual modules that offer different types of compression to suit any need, from new and sophisticated McDSP designs to emulations of vintage modules with some slight McDSP flavoured tweaks, 6030 can do it all.
McDSP have made a name for themselves with their simple yet sophisticated plugins that are used by producers and mix engineers around the world, especially popular is their analog saturation modelling which features on 6030 Ultimate Comp and helps provide a touch of character to your tracks just like the physical vintage modules. With tube emulation to aggressive solid-state designs that are suitable for vocals, drums, keys and just about everything in between, 6030 is the dynamic processor for you and will fast become indispensable to your processing.
6034 Multi-band Compressor
The McDSP 6034 Ultimate MB Native is a flexible dynamics processor plug-in that features a unique, user-customisable crossover to split your signal into precise frequencies for multi-band dynamics processing. Comprised of all 10 compression modules from the award-winning 6050 Channel Strip plug-in with additional gates, expanders and an analog saturation module, you can enjoy a wide variety of tonal shaping options in stunning definition and clarity. Intuitive and easy to use, the McDSP 6034 is presented in a modular format, where each module can be moved around to create your own custom signal path. On the fly auditioning with setting retention allows you to quickly A/B and compare the sound of two modules to find which one works best for you in your mix.
Where the McDSP 6034 Ultimate MB shows its true power is within the flexible three-band crossover, allowing you to split your signal into specific frequency ranges for detailed compression, expansion, gating and saturation. The crossover filter slopes can be configured between 6, 12 or 24dB/Oct, providing a wide range of tonal shaping options for your sound. Detailed control over the input and output signal level is provided and accurate metering gives you visual feedback of your levels to ensure you don't go into clipping or distortion. Using double-precision processing power, the McDSP 6034 is the ultimate tool for mixing engineers and sound designers looking for a complete dynamics processing solution.
6050 Ultimate Channel Strip
McDSP 6050 Ultimate Channel Strip Native is a complete package for any producer or mix engineer, with EQ, dynamic, saturation and filter modules. McDSP has taken their famous 6020 and 6030 modules which offered ten EQ and compression modules in one easy to use package respectively and have combined them to bring you an all-encompassing channel strip plug-in that is built for anything you can throw at it. It doesn't stop there, McDSP have also improved and tweaked the original modules to give you more usability and features, and then to top it off they have added gate, expander, signal saturator, and specialised filter modules that brings the total to an overly-generous, 28 modules for you to craft your sound and bring your tracks to life.
McDSP have designed this plug-in to be ultra-low latency meaning you can stick it on your tracks, make tweaks on-the-fly and process all in real-time in a way that isn't going to overload your CPU and stop you from completing your projects or ruin your workflow. Mono and stereo versions of the modules are available bringing you the ultimate versatility in what you decide to use this immaculate piece of software engineering on.
6060 Ultimate Module Collection
The McDSP 6060 Ultimate Modular Collection Native is an expansive collection of over 30 unique modules in a self-contained plug-in for mixing and mastering engineers and creative sound designers. Containing a wide variety of EQs, compressors, saturators, distortions, filters, expanders, gates and more, the 6060 Ultimate Modular Collection gives you the tools to transform any sound source in almost any way possible. Centred around a modular design, the 6060 Ultimate Modular Collection presents an intuitive and easy to use interface where you can simply drag and drop any module to arrange them in any order you want, creating a customised signal path for your track or mix. This extends to auditioning new modules within your signal path by quickly dragging and dropping to find what sounds best for your mix.
Your new centrepiece in your digital workstation, the McDSP 6060 lets your creativity run free by offering a near-unlimited amount of flexibility with the inclusion of Split Mode. Create separate parallel paths in this mode and process your tracks or mix in new ways by treating frequency bands individually for more control than ever before. The McDSP 6060 is the complete solution for contemporary mixing engineers to stamp out your sonic signature and achieve world-class, professional results quickly and more easily than ever.
4020 Retro EQ
4020 Retro EQ gives you four-band EQ and a comprehensive filter set. High and low-frequency bands are shelving EQs with two additional parametric EQs for high mid and low mid bands, each band operates on a unique gain dependent slope/Q system to bring you a smooth sound. The featured HPF and LPF filters use a one-of-a-kind split-octave design giving you a 12dB/Oct slope near the selected frequency and a maximum slope of 24 dB/Oct. Though deep and complex, the interface is calmingly simple and will be something you're able to get your head around without any issues. You'll be gifted with extra clarity in your mixes without the hassle that comes with physical units and plug-ins that can sometimes have complicated design and convoluted controls that takes you multiple projects and hours of use to get a hang of. This will appeal to novices who might prefer a simple layout and professionals who are often on a deadline and need to work fast.
4030 Retro Compressor
4030 is as simple and easy to understand as compressors can get. Threshold, ratio, attack, release, gain and mix controls sit proudly on a clean interface that you'll be used to in no time. Any novice will appreciate the fresh aesthetic whereas professionals will enjoy the no mess, no fuss but sophisticated and high-quality nature that comes with this unique characterful compressor. The one-of-a-kind mix control dial not usually found on conventional compressors allows you to effectively balance wet and dry signals, so you can create some interesting sonic effects that remain natural and free of any phase issues. Automatic adjustment of parameters behind the scenes allows a smooth experience that remains controlled, which negates the need for worry and constant tweaking throughout the mix process. Modern features with vintage tone.
4040 Retro Limiter
McDSP 4040 Retro Limiter is a vintage limiter plug-in that combines look-ahead functionality with McDSP's analog saturation modelling to bring you a retro-charactered limiting action with up to 36dB of signal gain. The 4040 is perfect for peak limiting on individual instruments with a layout that couldn't be simpler, so you don't have to spend all day tweaking settings and messing with control interfaces, no mess no fuss. High transient material will always benefit from the simple peak control that this ultra-low latency limiter makes easier than ever to perform. With simple metering and a very easy-to-use interface with only two dials present, you'll be at one with 4040 Retro Limiter in no time at all and it will become indispensable for reigning in your high peak instruments.
AE400 Active EQ
The McDSP AE400 Active EQ Native is a highly flexible EQ plug-in that features four overlapping fixed and active EQ bands with independent control over each band. The next generation of EQ plug-ins, the AE400 delivers a revolutionary plug-in experience using ultra-low latency algorithms for a smooth and natural EQ effect that can help transform your mixes to a studio-ready, professional standard. 13 selectable EQ modes include Vintage, X-style, Parametric, HPF, LPF and more can be individually controlled between the fixed and active bands with comprehensive control over the ratio, release, attack and threshold of each active EQ band.
AE600 Active EQ
The McDSP AE600 Active EQ Native is a highly flexible EQ plug-in that features six overlapping fixed and active EQ bands with independent control over each band. The next generation of EQ plug-ins, the AE600 delivers a revolutionary plug-in experience using ultra-low latency algorithms for a smooth and natural EQ effect that can help transform your mixes to a studio-ready, professional standard. 13 selectable EQ modes include Vintage, X-style, Parametric, HPF, LPF and more can be individually controlled between the fixed and active bands with comprehensive control over the ratio, release, attack and threshold of each active EQ band.
Each fixed and active band share the same parameters of gain, frequency, Q factor and mode controls with the ability to link each band together to make global changes that will copy across each band. Additionally, you can set each band to trigger from the input signal or external side-chaining signal for a more dynamic and flexible approach to EQ to carve out a unique space within your mix.
A Swiss army knife tool, the AE600 features both stereo and mono versions available to process channels individually on a single instrument or a group of instruments or full mix in stereo mode. Accurate and responsive metering gives you a visual representation of the adjustments you make within your mix to ensure you are only affecting what you need to, leaving anything you don't. McDSP AE600 is the ultimate tool for producers, mixing engineers and sound designers looking for a way to dynamically sculpt the tone of your sounds that move with your music.
Analog Channel
Analog Channel is a high-end analog tape machine emulator. It is a design consisting of two McDSP plug-ins - AC101 that emulates analog channel amplifier circuits and AC202 that emulates analog tape machines. AC101 acts as a digital pre-amp that can handle extravagant amounts of gain but will process without any digital distortion effects. A simple interface is completed with the inclusion of input and output controls, drive, curve and attack and release controls with an easy to read meter that displays input and output figures with a gain reduction wrapped between them. AC202 emulates analogue tape machines of old with a comprehensive set of tools including those you'd expect on a tape machine such as bias and playback speed but also offers tools such as low-frequency roll-off and head bump that make using AC202 a unique, one-of-a-kind experience.
Channel G
Channel G is a channel strip plug-in that is highly versatile thanks to its combination of multi-mode filters, expander/gate, compressor and limiter and five-band EQ to give you a tool that would be indispensable to even professional producers and sound engineers. Calibration modes are available for music, post-production and models of the worlds most popular analog mixing desks. Comprising of three different plug-ins - G dynamics, G equaliser and G console, Channel G is perfect wherever you are, in the studio or live.
Channel G Compact
Channel G Compact features the same toolset as Channel G but with a smaller footprint all in one, clean user interface.
CompressorBank
CompressorBank is a highly detailed and premium quality compressor plug-in that can provide you with emulations of vintage and modern compressors while giving you full control of dynamic compression. The unique BITE control featured when used in conjunction with knee enables you to adjust the shape and response of the compression curve, in addition to the regular controls you find on standard compressors. CompressorBank is made up of three plug-ins, being CB101 a basic compressor unit, CB202 which features pre-filtering and CB303 that adds static/dynamic EQ to the aforementioned features. With side-chain support and the pre-filtering options, CompressorBank makes for a unique compressor unlike anything else available.
DE555
McDSP DE555 Advanced De-esser Native, Digital Delivery is a modern take on de-essing with innovative technologies that allow de-essing at any signal level. DE555 features intelligent signal analysis not found on other de-essers that enables you to de-ess at any signal level, what's more, is that this is all done without the need for a manual input threshold control knob. Fine-tuning of your de-essing is made easier than ever with the DE55 as other controls include a continuously adjustable ratio and release controls.
DE555 also sports a high frequency only mode for those times when you're just wanting to remove the signal level of any ss' without effecting the original dialogue. McDSP has designed a de-esser that is not only capable of use on vocal tracks or broadcasting dialogue to remove plosives and breathing, but you can also set DE555 to work on guitars to remove any high pitched squeaks such as fret squeaks produced by movement up and down the strings by a guitar player.
EC-300 Echo Collection
The McDSP EC-300 Echo Collection Native accurately delivers the sounds of numerous echo effects into a single sleek and versatile plug-in. Comprised of three main echo types including Digital, Analog and Magnetic, the EC-300 comes with a comprehensive set of controls to accurately shape the tone of your sound source. Saturation, Wow and Flutter can all be found within the plug-in to add realism and excitement to your tracks, while the plethora of unique character modes per delay gives a wide range of unique and exciting tones to explore.
Giving you a huge range of control over your sound, McDSP has channelled nearly two decades of gear modelling experience into the EC-300 and included must-have features such as EQ, output ducking from external sidechains as well as level control at both the input and output stage. Operating in mono, stereo and ping-pong mode with a host sync tempo with tempo-tap, the EC-300 Echo Collection is the must-have collection for producers, mixing engineers and avid sound designers.
FilterBank
McDSP Filterbank Native is an all-encompassing EQ plug-in that can be put to many equalisations uses on a variety of different instruments. Filterbank was McDSP's first product and can rival any physical EQ unit thanks to its versatility and packed set of features that allow usage in almost all EQ scenarios. Filterbank is comprised of 3 different plug-ins, E606 which is a parametric, high and low shelving EQ with high and low pass filters, F202 which is a steep high and low pass filtering EQ with resonant Q control and P606 which is a parametric EQ featuring variable Q modes. Filterbank is capable of emulating any EQ unit on the market, or can be used to create your own custom EQ to bring your tracks alive like nothing else.
Filterbank is capable of EQ on any type of track or instrument, such as for when you need to reduce plosive sounds on vocal tracks, get those drums pumping with a rounded boost of the kick drum frequencies, or even bass to cut through the mix and find it's own space to lay down a warm line and compliment the drums driving the whole track forward. Whatever EQ use you need Filterbank for, you can rest assured that it will rise to the challenge and go above and beyond what you expect of an EQ plug-in.
FutzBox
McDSP FutzBox Native, Digital Delivery is a unique distortion and noise generator that completely transforms your instruments or mixes and flips them completely on their head. Futzbox uses synthetic impulse models to completely transform your sounds to simulate the sounds of radios, mobile phones, televisions and even airline earphones plus many more all in one interface. There is a comprehensive set of presets designed by McDSP so you can get a quick fix or you can even create your own effects with filtering and EQ, noise generator and gating parameters to complete your creation with changes being able to be mixed in real-time so you can do whatever you like, whenever you like.
Perfect uses for the Futzbox are in scenarios where you need to add some simple distortion to vocal parts to really bring out some grit by rolling off the low end and bringing some presence in with the EQ section of the interface. If you're wanting to make your mix sound like it's being played through an old transistor radio, Futzbox makes that possible making it not only useful for music production but for effects on audio-visual projects as well, get that retro sound. There's no limit to what you'll be able to use Futzbox for, so grab it while you can and get exploring!
MC2000 Multi-Band Compressor
MC2000 is a high-end compressor plug-in that offers two-band, three-band and four-band compression. Capable of emulating vintage and modern units, the MC2000 is a serious bit of kit that will be capable of anything that you throw at it. Common controls that you find on regular compressors are available such as make-up gain, threshold, ratio and attack and release. But what makes the MC2000 stand out is the addition of BITE and non-standard knee controls that allow unprecedented compression that will bring your tracks alive with character unheard before from a regular compressor. You'll be able to fine-tune your compression and bring out the best parts of your instruments and edit in a way that you never thought possible.
ML4000 Mastering Limiter
McDSP ML4000 Mastering Limiter Native, Digital Delivery combines two plug-ins to bring you a versatile dynamics processor that covers all bases. ML1 master limiter and ML4 multi-band gate, expander and compressor are brought together in superb fashion so you can process signals of any kind, from transparent to aggressive. With an intuitive user interface that you'll get to grips within no time, ML4000 will fast become indispensable in your mixing and mastering tool kit, whether it be in the studio or live out in the field.
The ML1 master limiter utilises a brick-wall look-ahead design with multiple stages of limiting for peak detection like nothing else available. The featured knee and mode control allows the limiting to be versatile for any type of mix you're working on. The ML4 dynamics processor gifts you a 4-band gate, up and down expander and compressor that all gets sent through the ML1's limiting algorithm so you get full dynamic control without needing to worry about peaks ruining your mix. Large meters and level readouts mean you have full awareness of how your sound looks with output adjustment being fast and simple for any last-minute changes. ML4000 is the last dynamics processor you'll ever need, versatile and packed full of features.
ML8000 Advanced Limiter
The McDSP ML8000 Advanced Limiter Native, Digital Delivery is an intelligent, multi-band limiter that uses two separate gain stages for immaculate peak level adjustment. The next-generation of limiter technology, the ML8000 lets you dial in individual settings for each of the eight frequency bands in order to tailor your limiting for the instrument, group or mix within your projects. Featuring adjustable frequency bands via the graph, solo and mute, faders and threshold meters per band, you have complete control over your signal. Going one step further, McDSP ML8000 offers a 'Mode' and 'Focus' control per-band to tailor how your plug-in reacts to your incoming signal, allowing you to shape and sculpt your sound even further.
Ideal for a wide range of applications, the ML8000 is the perfect partner for the modern mixing and mastering engineer. Using audio-optimised algorithms, you can enjoy a natural and transparent level of limiting that is perfect for adding punch and energy to fast and upbeat music as well as taming transients for individual instruments such as vocals or drum shells. With both stereo and mono versions available, you will be able to cater the ML8000 to your sound source to best match the output for the perfect result, every time. Versatile and packed full of features, the ML8000 Advanced Limiter is the last limiter plug-in you need and will quickly become your go-to in your studio.
NF575 Noise Filter
The NF575 is a noise filter that is useful for a variety of uses in audio production with the ability to remove a wide range of noise types from audio recordings of any kind. High and low pass filters are available for removal of rumble and hiss but if you need something removing that occupies a more specific frequency range, advanced notch filters are ready to filter out any unwanted noise without compromising your whole recording. Flexibility is the main focus for the NF575 with slopes of 6, 12, 18, 24, 30 and 36 dB so you can be super accurate with what you're cutting out.
NR800 Noise Reduction
The McDSP NR800 Noise Reduction Native, Digital Delivery is a flexible, eight-band noise reduction plug-in that lets you target specific frequencies to produce clean and precise recordings, perfect for use in live sound, post-production and studio music production. Using audio-optimised algorithms, NR800 operates with no internal latency, meaning no matter how aggressive your noise reduction, you won't introduce artefacts or distortion to your signal that can be found in transform-based processing plug-ins.
Centered around eight bands of focusable noise reduction, the McDSP NR800 is ideal for targetting specific frequencies where noise occurs in your signal, delivering a non-destructive process that allows you to preserve the natural tone and character of the audio. With six noise reduction modes and eight noise reduction bias settings, you have a wide range of options and shaping available to tackle any obstacle. A set of input filters can be configured with slopes from 6, 12, 24 and 36dB/Oct can be set independent of the eight bands to create an ultra-precise noise reduction process.
Ideal for almost any aspect of music and audio processing, the McDSP NR800 can work on anything from cleaning up dialogue in post-production, removing noise contamination from vintage music recordings, as a live production tool to remove bleed between instruments and in-studio productions for traditional gating on recorded instruments.
Revolver Convolution Reverb
Revolver Reverb is a highly detailed reverb plug-in that emulates the sound of any space you can think of with a massive set of presets that are ready to use and a user-friendly interface that will allow you to create your own reverbs within a few clicks. Revolver has remarkable flexibility with routable EQ, two sync-able delay lines, decay crossover network and stereo imaging. Hundreds of sounds adorn the impulse library which features out-of-production grail reverbs and acoustic spaces to suit every need and provide you with the reverb you've always been looking for. Controls for total reverb time and wet and dry levels are always displayed so you can always see what your reverb is doing while several control pages keep hold of any of the information and graphical representation you could want. Revolver Convolution Reverb is what convolution reverb was always designed to be a proper digital powerhouse for the modern producer.
SPC2000 Serial/Parallel Compressor
SPC2000 embodies the ethos and power of the CompressorBank plug-in but adds two, three and four-stage configurations with serial and parallel routing combinations that make it unlike any other dynamic processor.
SA-2 Dialog Processor
McDSP SA-2 Dialog Processor Native, Digital Delivery is a versatile dialogue processing plug-in that goes above and beyond what is expected of a vocal dynamics processor. The main part of any movie we enjoy, TV series we binge or documentary we educate ourselves with is dialogue and this isn't exclusive to just audio-visuals, vocal tracks are a big part of the music we listen to, so why shouldn't we treat vocals and dialogue with the same processing attention we spend on anything else? Well, McDSP has the perfect plug-in that is the one-stop-shop for your audio-visual dialogue, and it's just as useful on vocal tracks and other instruments as well.
SA-2 will significantly improve your dialogue and vocals in just a few clicks, five bands of EQ allows you to shape your dialogue and remove any plosives that stick out in your mix just as a de-esser would, you can also use SA-2 as a compressor to bring out any unheard parts of your dialogue or vocal track to create a nice even level across the whole piece. While you're at it, feel free to stick it on any instrument mix buss that pokes out a bit too much to tame it and bring it all nicely together, especially useful on drums where cymbals wash out everything else in the mix. It's award-winning for a reason, so go and find out why!
Features
- 26 high-quality effects plug-ins
- Channel strips, equalisers, compresssors, multi-band compressors and limiters, noise reduction, reverb, delay, de-essers, tape machine emulators, dialog processora and Ftuzbox effects all included
- McDSP's famous analog saturation modelling
- Double precision processing
- Ultra low latency
- Mono and stereo versions available
Specifications
- Operating system:
- Mac: 10.13, 10.14, 10.15, 11 and 12 (Note: Mac OS version 10.12.x [Sierra] may work, but is not officially supported)
- Windows: Windows 10+
- Format:
- Native: AAX DSP/Native, AU, VST3
- McDSP HD plug-ins also support the VENUE S6L systems (Note: McDSP VENUE plug-ins are packaged in a VENUE-specific installer available on the McDSP website)
- Note: As of v7.0, VST is no longer supported. VST versions of v6 McDSP plug-ins will no longer be updated and will be uninstalled leaving only VST3 versions
- Processor: Apple silicon and the latest Intel processors supported
- Activation: iLok2 or iLok3 USB Smart Key, or an iLok License Manager account and an iLok Cloud session for authorization. Each McDSP v7 plug-in contains two activations per authorization
- Compatible DAWs: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Nuendo, FL Studio, Ableton Live, LUNA, Reaper, Sonar, Studio One, and other DAWs that support AAX, AU, and/or VST3 plug-in formats.
- Product code: 1075-40