Defying Common Sense! A Summary of Unique Plugins

Hello, I'm Kaoru, a composer.

Recently, with the rapid evolution of technologies such as software and artificial intelligence, there are many plug-ins with extraordinary functions that defy common sense being born.
Even with just a little research this time, I found many products that caught my attention, so I would like to share them with everyone!
Let's get started right away!

Sonarworks / SoundID Reference for Speakers & Headphones with Measurement

This product combines a popular calibration software that enables accurate monitoring with speakers and a special microphone for measurement.
By using a stylish measurement microphone and linking it with dedicated software, you can correct the audio output from the audio interface and monitor sound with extremely flat characteristics from the speakers.

In other words,

• Create an environment similar to your home even when you are out
• Reproduce various environments even in places where you cannot make loud noises
• Reproduce playback environments such as car stereos and earphone models

etc., will be completed.

It has zero-latency processing, so

• Recording
• Production
• Mixing
• Mastering

It can also be used in a variety of other situations.
The plug-in software is compatible with most formats (AU, AAX Native, RTAS, VST), so it can be used with all major DAWs.

It is also possible to calibrate the audio for the entire PC system, so it can also be used when enjoying streaming videos like YouTube, music playback apps, and movies.
It is also recommended for non-musicians, as it allows accurate monitoring of any sound source!

Since you can save the corrected data as a preset, even if you use multiple speakers/headphones/earphones, etc., you can easily switch between them without having to go through the troublesome setup process.

I think it's a must-have for multi-creators who do all of their music production in a minimal environment.
If you want to improve your sound environment, please give it a try!

This one is for headphones.↓

Sonarworks / SoundID Reference for Headphones (retail envelope)

This is only the software for speakers/headphones↓

Sonarworks / SoundID Reference for Speakers & Headphones (retail envelope)

Please buy it according to your own purpose!

Zynaptiq / UNMIX::DRUMS

The world's first plug-in that allows you to boost or eliminate drum sounds in a mix.
Using advanced Zynaptiq signal source separation technology, UNMIX::DRUMS allows you to control the drum level from a boost of up to +18dB to complete elimination, while maintaining the excellent sound.

To explain what this software is like,

• Edit only the attack sound when the drum is struck
• Add punch to make it more present

etc.

As well as producing music, I think it will be very useful for analyzing music and playing by ear.
You might find something new if you try using it with various instruments, not just drums!

XLN AUDIO / RC20 Download Delivery

A creative effect plug-in that gives tracks and mixes a vintage analog flavor, unique character and originality.

Just by inserting this plug-in, any instrument will sound vintage.
Perfect for not only acoustic instruments, but also electronic instruments such as synthesizers!

What I especially liked was Volume Drops! You can easily reproduce the unstable feeling that is unique to cassette tapes and tape recorders!

Pitch Innovations / Fluid Pitch

Fluid Pitch is a MIDI effect plug-in that uses the world's first scale-locking pitch bending system.

Simply insert the plug-in and specify the scale to control the pitch bend variation.
In other words, since the pitch bend does not deviate from the scale, even those without a background in music theory can create music intuitively.

It will also be very useful for live performances.

You can set various scales, major and minor.
You can also customize the scales to your own preferences.
It also supports polyphonic output, so it seems to make it easier to input chords!

I have introduced some unique plugins.
All of them are packed with innovative ideas and will help you with your production!
Please check them out!

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