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Pro-Q 4

FabFilter

Where to get itAvailable from FabFilterfabfilter.com

Pro-Q 4 is a professional parametric equalizer plugin offering up to 24 bands with multiple filter types, combining exceptional sound quality with an innovative interface designed for rapid mixing and mastering workflows. It features dynamic EQ, spectral dynamics processing, and unique tools like EQ Sketch and Spectrum Grab that streamline precision frequency adjustments while maintaining transparent or characterful sound depending on the mode selected.

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Key Features

01Up to 24 EQ bands with 8 filter shapes (Bell, Notch, High/Low Shelf, High/Low Cut, Band Pass, Tilt Shelf, Flat Tilt, All Pass)
02Dynamic EQ mode for all Bell and Shelf bands with adjustable attack/release and optional side-chain filtering
03Advanced Spectral dynamics processing for frequency-specific threshold triggering
04EQ Sketch feature to draw custom curves in one gesture
05Per-band mid/side and left/right processing with full Dolby Atmos support up to 9.1.6
06Linear Phase, Natural Phase, and zero-latency processing modes with continuous slope up to 96 dB/oct
07Built-in real-time spectrum analyzer with Pre-EQ, Post-EQ, and external visualization
08Gentle and Warm Character modes for analog warmth

Things to Try

  • 01Use EQ Sketch to quickly establish initial EQ curve by drawing a shape across the display
  • 02Enable Spectrum Grab to grab and adjust peaks directly from the real-time spectrum analyzer
  • 03Apply Spectral dynamics mode on a problem frequency band to trigger processing only when that specific frequency exceeds the threshold
  • 04Use Gentle or Warm Character modes to add analog warmth while maintaining transparency
Formats
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