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Saturation

Spectre

Wavesfactory

Spectre is a multi-band enhancer that combines a graphical parametric EQ with harmonic saturation to introduce color and life to recordings. Unlike conventional EQs that cut or boost volume, Spectre processes the difference between the dry signal and EQ-adjusted signal through one of 10 saturation algorithms based on classic analog hardware, generating new harmonic content. With five parallel boost-only bands (low-shelf, three peaks, high-shelf), adjustable Q per band, and support for stereo, mid/side, and individual channel processing, it delivers natural enhancement suitable for individual tracks, submixes, and mastering.

Key Features

015-band parallel parametric EQ with graphical display and adjustable Q per band
0210 saturation algorithms: Tube, Warm Tube, Solid, Tape, Class B, Diode, Digital, Bit, Rectify, Half Rectify, plus Clean mode
03Per-band saturation algorithm selection and processing mode (stereo, left, right, mid, side)
043 saturation modes: Subtle, Medium, Aggressive
054x and 16x oversampling options for pristine audio quality with no aliasing
06De-Emphasis feature to compensate EQ boosts after saturation
07Input/Output linking to maintain volume while adjusting saturation
08Preset system with custom folder organization
$99
MSRP · from Wavesfactory
Formats
VSTVST3AUAAX

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