Accentize has launched Chameleon Surround, the newest version of its widely used Chameleon reverb solution. Chameleon Surround extends the idea of natural room reverberation capture into the immersive audio realm, providing a potent tool for audio engineers and sound designers working with surround formats such as Atmos.
Chameleon by Accentize has been the preferred reverb plugin for professionals looking for a simple method to mimic the acoustics of any environment. Its capacity to analyze and reproduce room characteristics accurately has made it essential in audio production. Now, Accentize is launching Chameleon Surround in response to substantial user demand. This enhanced version is designed for multi-channel and surround audio setups, supporting formats like 5.1, 7.1, and even 9.1.6.
Chameleon Surround builds upon the highly praised reverb-matching technology of the original Chameleon, augmenting it for immersive 3D reverb effects. It provides a rich library of room reverbs and an intuitive workflow, making it perfect for film, television, and gaming projects where surround sound is the norm. With an expanded selection of reverbs that includes halls, small spaces, and even car interiors, Chameleon Surround is ready to boost the capabilities of audio professionals right from the start.
The new features in Chameleon Surround include:
- Surround Compatibility up to 9.1.6: Designed for multi-dimensional sound, supporting advanced immersive audio configurations like 5.1, 7.1, and 9.1.6.
- 3D Room Creation from Mono Signals: Create full immersive 3D environments from a mono signal, providing unmatched flexibility in sound design.
- New Library Browser Dock: A streamlined single-window workflow allows for faster access and easier navigation of presets.
- 80 Surround Presets: Includes a broad selection of reverb types, such as halls, small spaces, and car interiors.
- Individual Front/Side/Rear Reverb Customisation: Allows users to fine-tune how the reverb interacts with different parts of the surround setup.
- Two Surround Visualisation Modes: Offers both speaker output visualisation and perceived direction modes to suit different workflows.
- New Spread Parameter with Automatic Gain Compensation: Controls reverb crossfeed between channels for a natural and consistent surround sound experience.
- Initial Preset Selection for Auto-Load: Users can define a starting preset, enabling Chameleon Surround to load with their preferred settings immediately.
- Profile Image Integration: Images can be added to reverb profiles for easier recall and improved project organisation.
Chameleon Surround signifies a significant advancement in reverb technology by integrating intelligent 3D room estimation powered by artificial neural networks. Trained on over 30,000 reverb conditions, this AI-driven analysis provides authentic room adaptation across a range of audio formats, from mono sources to complex surround configurations. Automatic dry/wet ratio estimation further simplifies the process, delivering a perfectly balanced reverb blend with minimal manual adjustment. A standout feature of Chameleon Surround is its seamless compatibility with existing Chameleon profiles. This means that users can take their stereo reverb projects and effortlessly expand them to surround formats, providing significant workflow efficiency.
Chameleon Surround is more than just a reverb plugin—it offers the tools needed to create fully immersive soundscapes, transporting listeners with rich, three-dimensional effects. Whether it’s enhancing dialogue in ADR, crafting realistic environments for foley, or creating detailed soundscapes for gaming and virtual reality, Chameleon Surround provides unmatched versatility for today’s audio professionals. Accentize’s new reverb solution integrates easily into various studio environments, supporting everything from mono and stereo setups to the most complex multi-channel configurations. This makes it a powerful choice for sound designers working across all areas of immersive audio production, including film, television, and gaming.
Pricing:
– Chameleon Surround is normally priced at 399€, with an introductory release price of 299€.
– Chameleon Standard owners can upgrade for 50€ during the introductory period. The standard upgrade after the introductory period is 150€.
– The introductory pricing ends on 24th October 2024.
Licensing:
– A free iLok account is required.
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