Inofficial: Collection of high quality mastering gear.
EQ 1: Fairman TMEQ (Tube Master EQ)
EQ 2: Hendy Amps Michelangelo
Compressor A: Airfield Audio Liminator 2
Compressor B: Requisite Audio Engineering L2M Mastering Limiter
Compressor C: Hybrid of A and B.
Stereo Shuffling Processor: Phaedrus Audio - Shuphler
The Ultimate Precision Mastering Suite
Indigo is a high-end mastering suite designed for engineers who demand absolute transparency and surgical precision. It is based on a collection of rare, boutique mastering units (heavily inspired by the high-precision German engineering of Roger Schult). It is a go-to choice for finalizing a track where preserving the original mix's integrity is paramount.
Key Features
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Mastering-Grade EQ: Features highly accurate filters with discrete steps, perfect for balancing the tonal spectrum with a level of clarity that is hard to achieve with standard plugins.
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Indigo Dynamics: A sophisticated compressor/limiter section designed for "invisible" gain reduction. It provides the essential "glue" while maintaining the punch and life of the transients.
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Advanced Stereo Tools: Includes specialized modules for controlling the stereo image and filtering frequencies without introducing phase distortion.
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Hyper Technology: Indigo is optimized with Acustica's Hyper engine, ensuring low CPU impact and high-definition audio processing.
Best Used For
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Mastering: To add that final layer of "expensive" polish and tonal balance.
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Critical Mix Bus: Ideal for orchestral, jazz, or acoustic tracks where transparency is more important than heavy saturation.
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Surgical Correction: Removing problematic frequencies in a vocal or instrument bus without affecting the surrounding tonal character.
Pro Tip: Indigo is incredible for the "Air-Band" boost. Use the high-shelf at 16 kHz or 20 kHz for a subtle 0.5 to 1 dB boost. It opens up the mix's top end without making it harsh or fatiguing.
Company: Acustica Audio