Inofficial: A hybrid mastering strip featuring an elliptical filter, transparent equalizer and a soft clipping compressor. SPL Iron mastering compressor and SPL PQ mastering equalizer inspired. Baxter is the freebie and is sampled from a Dangerous Music BAX EQ
The Audiophile Choice for High-End Mastering
Coral 3 is a sophisticated suite based on modern, transparent boutique hardware (heavily inspired by SPL units like the Iron and PQ). It is designed for mastering engineers who want absolute control and a "high-definition" finish without the heavy harmonic coloration found in vintage-style plugins.
Key Features
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Precision Mastering EQ: Features surgical parametric bands alongside smooth Baxandall-style curves for musical tonal balancing.
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Advanced Dynamics: The compressor includes multiple rectifier circuits, allowing you to tailor the attack and release behavior to perfectly match the genre you are working on.
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Elliptical Filter: A dedicated tool to manage the stereo image of the low frequencies, ensuring your sub-bass stays centered and powerful.
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Native M/S Support: Built from the ground up for Mid-Side processing, allowing you to widen your mix or fix specific problems in the stereo field independently.
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Hyper Tech Integration: Powered by the latest engine for ultra-low distortion and high efficiency, making it reliable for critical listening.
Best Used For
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Final Mastering: When you need a "polished" sound that remains 100% faithful to the original mix.
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Acoustic Music & Jazz: Where preserving the natural transients and frequency response is the highest priority.
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Stereo Image Enhancement: To add width and "air" to a production that feels too narrow or "boxed in."
Pro Tip: Use the Coral Baxter EQ for an "Air-boost" at 20 kHz or higher. Thanks to its passive curve characteristics, the mix will instantly feel more open and expensive without making the vocals sound sibilant.
Company: Acustica Audio