EXPANSE
by Echelon Audio · Imaging · Multiband stereo imager
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A multiband stereo imager that widens by band while keeping the bass centred.
Vectorscope and correlation meter built in, for width that holds up in mono.
Best for: Mix Bus, Keys & Synths, Mastering. Genres: all genres.
Keywords: multi-band, wide, bus processing, metering, full mix, synths, bass, mastering, mix bus, mixing, mono-compatible.
What it does
EXPANSE widens without losing mono compatibility.
- Multiband: widen the highs, anchor the lows.
- Mono-safe: keeps the mix intact when folded to mono.
- Metering: vectorscope and correlation.
- Use: busses, synths and masters.
- Trial: A 7-day trial is available.
Source: Echelon Audio product page
When to use it
For width that survives club systems and phones.
Where to buy
- Echelon Audio: $99 (Rent-to-own available; all 40 Echelon plugins are also offered as a $17.99/month subscription)
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