true:balance

Name: true:balance
Price: 49 USD
Author: sonible

by sonible · Utility · Tonal balance analyzer

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Analyzer that compares a mix's tonal balance and stereo image against genre targets or reference tracks to help spot spectral imbalances.

Best for: Mastering, Mix Bus. Genres: all genres.

Keywords: built-in analyzer, reference & monitoring, spectral, full mix, mono-compatible, bus processing, mastering, metering, mix bus, utility, wide.

What it does

true:balance is a spectral meter for checking the frequency balance and mono compatibility of a mix.

Spectrum: real-time and average spectrum.
References: genre targets and up to 8 custom reference tracks.
Balance Check: compares your spectrum with the reference and gives text suggestions.
Stereo: width and correlation values, plus a Mono Check.

Source: sonible product page

When to use it

An analysis tool with no audio processing, for judging a mix or master against references. Pair it with true:level to check loudness.

Where to buy

sonible: $49 (regular $69) (Sale price)
Best Service: $64.87
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