But it can work wonders at gain scales of 10-30%. At 100% gain scale this will sound horrible. The EQ will analyse the reference and apply EQ settings to make it sound closer to the reference. In the end I can ‘EQ match’ my track with my reference track. Let’s say I have a certain reference track that I try to work towards to in my mastering process. I like to use this in the mastering process. I only learnt about this feature way later but it is one of a kind. That makes it an even better functionality than just a simple wet/dry knob in my humble opinion. This feature is a bit similar to a mix or wet/dry knob but it doesn’t affect shapes that do not work with gain (like a cut f.e.). This sometimes took ages! Now, with Pro-Q 3, you can do this in seconds. What to do? I used to apply a gain scale manually back in the days when I was still using equalizers from Sonalksis. Sometimes, for example you may have certain EQ settings that are a bit drastic but overall you may like the way it shapes the sound. It definitely is a unique feature and makes Pro-Q 3 stand out. I haven’t seen this in any other equalizer so far. This is amazing because you will be able to not only see resonances but also ‘hold them and pull them down’. You can basically grab a certain frequency in the spectrum and reduce it by pulling down at the white line. Spectrum grab is an amazing feature in Pro-Q 3.
"FabFilter Pro-Q 2 is practically impossible to fault, being absolutely stunning in terms of usability, functionality and sound.
"FabFilter Pro-Q 2 is sure to be the first plug-in we add to almost every channel on every mix we do for the next few years. Large output level meter with peak level readout Intelligent solo mode makes it easy to find problem frequencies and hear the effect of a band Different display ranges: 3 dB and 6 dB ranges for mastering, 12 dB and 30 dB for mixing Optional piano roll display to quantize EQ frequencies to musical notes Mid/side mode where you can EQ the mid and side signals separately Built-in spectrum analyzer with Pre-EQ, Post-EQ and SC modes, adjustable range, speed, resolution, tilt and freeze Each band can operate on the stereo signals or on the left or right channels independently for per-channel EQ-ing EQ Match feature to automatically match the spectrum of another track Spectrum Grab: just grab and adjust a peak in the real-time spectrum analyzer right away! Universal filter slope support for all filter types, up to 96 dB/oct Filter shapes: Bell, Notch, High/Low Shelf, High/Low Cut, Band Pass, Tilt Shelf Operates in zero latency mode, linear phase mode with adjustable latency or the unique Natural Phase mode Gorgeous Retina interface with large interactive EQ display, multi-band selection and editing for maximum ease of use and efficiency Pro-Q 2 will appear in the list of Audio Unit extensions for effect plug-ins in the host app. To use Pro-Q 2 as a plug-in, you need an AUv3-compatible host app like Auria, AUM or Cubasis. The Pro-Q 2 app filters the microphone input and plays it back in real-time. Innovative features like Spectrum Grab and EQ Match together with its intelligent interactive EQ display make Pro-Q 2 an absolute joy to use. With its unique Natural Phase mode, it matches both the magnitude and phase response of analog EQ'ing perfectly. Compatible with AUv3 host apps such as GarageBand, Auria, AUM, Cubasis and n-Track Pro.įabFilter Pro-Q 2 is a transparent, high-quality equalizer plug-in for mixing and mastering purposes, with up to 24 bands and a gorgeous interface for easy and precise editing.