Wave Arts has launched its latest product, FinalPlug 7, a loudness maximizer and peak limiter plugin compatible with both Mac and Windows systems. The software combines a lookahead peak limiter with ITU BS.1770 loudness metering, offering a simple interface for audio mastering and volume maximization.
FinalPlug can be utilized as an insert effect, providing limiting for gain staging or volume maximization. Alternatively, it can be placed at the end of the mastering chain to ensure your audio meets loudness and true peak delivery requirements. The interface of FinalPlug is designed for simplicity. When used as a loudness maximizer, users can select a desired output ceiling level, such as -0.1 dB, and then adjust the threshold level. Decreasing the threshold increases the volume.
To meet loudness and true peak delivery standards, users can select the “Analyze” preset and then select a delivery target specification. This sets up the integrated loudness and true peak target levels. As the session plays, the integrated loudness and true peak levels are displayed and will be colored orange if they exceed the target levels. After playback, clicking the MATCH button sets the limiter parameters to meet the target specification. Playing the session again will yield the desired integrated loudness level without exceeding the true peak level, allowing for the export of compliant audio.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Sonically transparent peak limiting, for use as peak limiter or volume maximizer.
- True peak limiting mode.
- Auto-release mode.
- Limiter oversampling up to 8x.
- ITU BS.1770 loudness metering.
- Writes loudness and overflow state as automation parameters.
- MATCH button automatically configures the limiter to meet loudness and true peak delivery targets.
- Preset menu of common industry delivery targets, or make your own.
- Bit depth truncation from 4 to 24 bits.
- TPDF dithering with comprehensive noise shaping options.
- Customize the UI to show only the features you need.
As an introductory offer, FinalPlug 7 is available at a 50% discount until January 1st.
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