smart:essentials Bundle

smart:EQ 4 is an intelligent EQ that analyzes your audio material and uses AI to equalize it in order to correct spectral problems and achieve tonal balance.

Top-down or Bottom-up Mixing

The traditional way to mix a project, starting with individual elements and building a mix piece-by-piece, is the bottom-up method for mixing music. This tried-and-tested approach is still possible in smart:EQ 4, with simple control over the character of each channel of a mix thanks to the plugin’s spectral shaping, but another tactic is possible as well. In Group mode, you can define the mix from the top down, creating an unmasking hierarchy between up to 10 instances of smart:EQ. This set priorities for each smart:filter, bringing some elements to the forefront of the sonic stage, leaving some in the middle, and pushing some into the background. smart:EQ 4’s smart:filter can be used in three modes: 'Track' balances the channel; 'Group' doesn’t affect the channel but reduces masking between it and other group members;
'Track and Group' applies balancing to the channel and makes it subject to unmasking.

AI-powered smart:filter Take on New Profiles

The smart:filter is the centerpiece of smart:EQ, balancing the signal based on a target Profile such as drums, bass, vocals or the default Universal Profile. smart:EQ 4 has new Mix Profiles trained on entire mixes from specific genres.
A new Reference Profile feature allows you to load an entire finished track or individual instrument and have smart:EQ 4 emulate its character and balance on your channel or buss.

‘Remote Control’ for Spectral Mixing

In version 4 you don’t just see how other smart:EQ instances within the same group are reacting– you can view their behavior and change their parameters from any single instance with in the same group. In 'Group View', two entire EQ curves can be selected before being edited on-screen, and all instances can have profiles selected and analyzed.

In-depth control in Track View

In 'Track View' , the current instance takes priority, but the group properties and placements are still accessible and can be changed. In addition to the smart:filter, smart:EQ’s regular EQ bands now sport dynamic behavior, with Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release and Range controls. These regular EQ bands can be used alongside or instead of the main smart:filter bands for any instance of smart:EQ 4.

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The Content-Aware Limiter

Loudness and Dynamics in tune

smart:limit delivers limiter settings that let your mix breathe and gives you all the loudness and dynamics info you need for confident publishing.

• Automatic parametrization in just a few seconds
• Extensive loudness and dynamics monitoring
• Unique set of sound-shaping tools

The one-stop-shop limiter

Straightforward “set – check – publish”

smart:limit is all about worry-free limiting: Its intelligent processing will preserve the detail of your track and provide a transparent, uncompromised limiting quality. With smart:limit's extensive loudness and dynamics monitoring, you won’t have to use any additional metering plug-ins. Besides providing you with all the necessary loudness information in real-time for confident publishing, smart:limit guides you towards hitting the safe zone requirements of streaming platforms or loudness standards and gives you feedback via interactive Quality Check hints.

Transparent sound with just one click

AI-powered parametrization for confident limiting.

Speed up your workflow with smart:limit. Its intelligent processing analyzes your signal and finds limiting parameters that let your mix breathe – all in just a few seconds. By choosing a genre-based profile that fits your mix, you can prime the plug-in for different limiting characteristics. Or instead, upload a reference track, if you are aiming for a specific limiting style. You can use smart:limit with or without the automatic parametrization – or go for a combination of both.

Everything under control in real-time

Extend the Loudness Monitoring section to access an extensive information hub on loudness and dynamics: Here you will find all relevant loudness readouts, visual guidance regarding different publishing targets, and information on the dynamics of your track. With the revolutionary Instant Impact Prediction feature, you won’t have to restart the loudness measurements every time you change a parameter – the change will be reflected in real-time without having to repeatedly playback the entire input signal.

Monitor all relevant key metrics at a glance:

• Loudness [LUFS] - integrated, short-term, momentary
• Loudness Range [LU] - integrated, short-term, momentary Dynamics [dB ] - based on Peak to Loudness Ratio
• True Peak [dbTP] – using high-resolution oversampling
• Gain Reduction [dB]

Vibe is in the detail

Shape your sound to perfection.

When your sound is in need of a little bit of extra vibe, smart:limit has got you covered. Use the Style dial to freely choose between either a soft or hard limiting style. Play with saturation to add some subtle warmth or to really inflate your signal. Adapt the Balance to give your track that perfect spectral polish prior to publishing and tweak the Bass Control for a rich and compact low end.smart:limit is packed with great features that will help your sound get all of the attention it deserves.

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The Spectro-dynamic Compressor

Putting Dynamics Into Shape

smart:comp 2 automatically delivers transparent, precise results; providing you with the creative tools that will transform your sound from nice to extraordinary. 

• Spectral processing for tonal and dynamic balance 
• Automatic parametrization with a single click
• Tools for creative dynamics shaping

Up Your Compression Game - Audio Compression Powered by AI

Incredible Sound – Your Tracks Deserve Nothing Less

smart:comp 2’s AI-powered automatic parametrization, spectral compression, and ducking abilities when used with an external sidechain all aim for one goal: clean, well-balanced compression results that remain true to your input signal – no matter whether you are working on single instruments, instrument busses or entire mixes. By analyzing the characteristics of your material, its intelligent processing will enhance transparency and preserve crucial details without compromising the integrity of the signal. Supported by such a sound base you are free to go ahead and let your creativity flow. sonible’s smart:engine drives the intelligent processing of smart:comp 2. It’s a content-aware system based on deep learning technology, a vast amount of data, psychoacoustic principles and extensive hands-on mixing experience. Choose a profile and let smart:comp 2 learn your track. The plug-in takes only a few seconds to deliver extremely precise compression results. 

Tap The Full Potential Of Shaping Dynamics - Inspiration hits with more possibilities

Shaping dynamics to achieve distinctive sounds has never been easier than with smart:comp 2. This exceptionally versatile compressor is packed with features that enable you to give any track your unique vibe. Gradually shape the character of the compressor with the style dial and give your results a darker or brighter vibe using the color dial. The free-form transfer function with its templates allows you to achieve sophisticated level mapping. You can also fine-tune the temporal attack and release behavior without restrictions and apply a different compression to the ambience and center by using mid/side processing.

Everything You Need At A Glance - Smooth handling and real-time monitoring

Working with smart:comp 2 is straightforward and intuitive. All crucial compression parameters take center stage – their handling will feel as familiar as working with a common single band compressor. With input level riding you can focus directly on shaping the dynamics of your track instead of worrying about level issues. Having more insight means making better informed decisions. smart:comp 2 provides you with real-time monitoring elements such as instant impact prediction which immediately reflects every parameter change across the entire signal, compression mapping and an RMS level histogram that outlines the overall dynamics of a track.

smart:comp 2 is an invaluable assistant – whether you're a mastering/mixing professional or an aspiring talent.

Features

•  Automatic compression parametrization with a single click
• Spectral processing for tonal and dynamic balance
• Frequency-dependent ducking to create space for the sidechain signal
• Free-form transfer function and templates for complex compression goals
• Color and Style dials to change the character of the compression results 
• Automatic output gain, mid/side processing, input level riding, surround sound support

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System Requirements

Mac

• macOS 10.13+ (M1 Apple Silicon supported) (64-bit only)
• RAM - at least 4 GB (recommended)
• CPU - at least Intel DualCore i5 (recommended)
• Plugin Formats - AU, VST2, VST3, AAX, MultiRack Native
• Supported Sample Rates - 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz

PC

• Windows 10+ (64-bit only)
• RAM - at least 4 GB (recommended)
• CPU - at least Intel DualCore i5 (recommended)
• Plugin Formats - VST2, VST3, AAX, MultiRack Native
• Supported Sample Rates - 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz

Compatible DAW's:

• Logic Pro
• Ableton Live
• Pro Tools 11+
• Reaper
• Cubase
• Nuendo
• FL Studio
• Studio One