The Ultimate Stereo Image & Phase Fixer
Space Control was developed in collaboration with Hardwell and Luca Pretolesi. It is a specialized tool designed to create incredibly wide stereo images while maintaining 100% phase compatibility—a crucial requirement for modern EDM and Pop music.
Key Features
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Phase Limiter Technology: This unique feature allows you to push the stereo width to the extreme. Unlike traditional wideners, it actively monitors the phase to ensure your mix doesn't disappear when played back in mono.
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Multiband Stereo Management: Gives you independent control over the width of different frequency bands. Keep your sub-bass rock-solid in the center while spreading your synths and effects across the entire stereo field.
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Studio DMI Workflow: The plugin incorporates the specific mixing philosophy of Luca Pretolesi, focused on "loudness, punch, and width."
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Hyper Engine Efficiency: Provides transparent processing with very low latency, making it perfect for use on mix buses or mastering chains.
Best Used For
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Mix Bus: To give the entire song a professional sense of space and "expensive" width.
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Synthesizer Groups: To make lead sounds and pads feel massive without cluttering the center of the mix.
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Mastering: For final spatial corrections to ensure the track sounds great on everything from smartphones to club sound systems.
Pro Tip: Use the Solo function on the bands to hear exactly what is happening in the side signal. Ensure everything below 150-200 Hz stays in "Mono" mode to guarantee maximum impact and punch on big club systems.
Space Control 2 Highlights
The Next Generation of Stereo Imaging
While the first version was a groundbreaking collaboration with Hardwell and Luca Pretolesi, Version 2 transforms the tool into a comprehensive spatial processing suite.
1. A Triple Plugin Suite
Space Control 2 is no longer just a single plugin; it now comes as a bundle of three distinct versions:
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Space Control 2: The standard multiband version (4 bands) for professional mixing.
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Space Control 2 Pro: The flagship version featuring 5 frequency bands and the new M to S (Mid to Side) mode for deep surgical spatial control.
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Space Control Imager 2: A streamlined, 3-band version designed for low CPU usage and a fast workflow—perfect for individual tracks.
2. Enhanced Phase Limiter Technology
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Auto Phase Mode: A smarter algorithm that detects phase issues in real-time and applies correction only where needed, allowing for extreme width without losing mono compatibility.
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New "M to S" Control: Found in the Pro version, this allows you to manage the relationship between Mid and Side signals with unprecedented precision, ensuring your mix stays "centered" even when wide.
3. Audiophile Technical Specs
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16x Oversampling: To ensure the highest audio fidelity, Version 2 supports up to 16x oversampling, virtually eliminating aliasing and digital artifacts during heavy processing.
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Linear Phase Options: You can now choose between Analog and Digital Linear Phase modes, giving you the flexibility to prioritize either "analog feel" or "digital transparency."
4. Modern Workflow & GUI
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Fully Resizable Interface: The UI can be scaled to fit any screen resolution (essential for 4K/5K monitors).
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External Sidechain: You can now trigger spatial changes based on an external signal, adding a new layer of creativity.
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Global Dry/Wet: Easily dial in parallel processing without leaving the plugin.
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Better Visualization: Includes a larger, more accurate Correlation Meter and advanced spectrum analyzers to keep your phase in check visually.
5. Harmonic Character
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Integrated Preamps: Version 2 includes selectable preamp models that add subtle analog warmth and harmonic density while you are shaping the stereo field.
Summary: Space Control 2 is a massive upgrade that moves from being a "stereo fixer" to a complete spatial design system. It offers more bands, better phase protection, and the professional-grade transparency required for modern EDM, Pop, and Hip-Hop mastering.
Company: Acustica Audio