UAD-1 v4.8 out, with Precision Maximiser and De-Esser

[csl]

After reading the manual is seems like the Maximiser is extremely similar to Sonnox Inflator, what with the 50% optimum shape value, with <50% = more apparent dynamic range, >50% = more colouration and distortion. Even has a band-split mode too.

In the promo video UA seem to reference Inflator, yet imply this somehow improves on Inflator's performance. I won't be able to demo it until I get a reset anyway, since my demos have defaulted to expired, as usual.

Not particularly interested in running the loudness race, but if this has a markedly nicer effect than Inflator on bass and drum groups, then I might be interested. Does seem like somewhat of an a Inflator copy though...

[MeatPye]

It's a good idea for UA to bring out an Inflator-type device. A lot of people evidently like the Sonnox stuff (I don't doubt it's good) but there are a lot of others who prefer the UAD system, so it makes total sense for them to develop this tool.

The only issue I have with UAD is the addiction element.

[ABGen]

ya no kidding re the addiction element -

i'm sure i'll end up buying these new plugs. I love UAD

[CorkyTart]

If I worked for UA I'd vote for developing an outboard FW processor/dongle that can handle lots of plugins. As a consumer, Id pay $1750 or so for lest say 50 UAD instances....

[ABGen]

Originally Posted by CorkyTart

If I worked for UA I'd vote for developing an outboard FW processor/dongle that can handle lots of plugins. As a consumer, Id pay $1750 or so for lest say 50 UAD instances....

Using my 4 uad cards - i can get at least 50 instances of the LA3A or 88rs as they each take 1.5% of avail dsp per instance. I get what you are saying though - but I do believe that UAD will be coming forth with a UAD2 card with solid upgrade paths for their loyal customers. When they do come out with the UAD2 cards and combo with their plugs, UAD will rule the world. LOL

[azwun25]

I, personally, can't wait to get home to try these new plugs. I think they should make a Tape Emulation. That would be sick.

[kudzu]

Originally Posted by azwun25

I, personally, can't wait to get home to try these new plugs. I think they should make a Tape Emulation. That would be sick.

UAD Tape Emulation ... mmmmh oh yes please

[ABGen]

i just test drove the maximizer tonight on a master - its pretty sweet i must say. Well worth $200. Next I'll try out the de-esser.

[peeder]

What are people's finalizing chains with these? Are you just using maximizer, are you putting the limiter after it (and if not the UAD, which?)? I'd imagine EQ and MB would go before these.

Note that the Massey L2007 has apparently both a limiter and harmonic inflator built-in.

[blayz2002]

Originally Posted by kudzu

UAD Tape Emulation ... mmmmh oh yes please

Yep Yep

[ABGen]

Originally Posted by peeder

What are people's finalizing chains with these? Are you just using maximizer, are you putting the limiter after it (and if not the UAD, which?)? I'd imagine EQ and MB would go before these.

Note that the Massey L2007 has apparently both a limiter and harmonic inflator built-in.

That depends on the track and what it calls for - typically for me though it is some combination of compression (33609 or Precision Multiband), EQ (Neve 1073, 1081 or Pulteq), and I love the Precision Limiter - and now am toying with the Maximizer in the chain. Not necessarily in that order but of course always ending with limiting.

[peeder]

...and the next question is, is this a mix-thru plug, or is this a mastering plug?

...and, is this a strictly 2-bus plug or are people enjoying it on e.g. drum sub, or even tracks like piano?

Answers I guess will vary from AE to AE but share your successes and failures plz.

[csl]

Originally Posted by peeder

...and the next question is, is this a mix-thru plug, or is this a mastering plug?

...and, is this a strictly 2-bus plug or are people enjoying it on e.g. drum sub, or even tracks like piano?

Answers I guess will vary from AE to AE but share your successes and failures plz.

It's part of the 'Precision Mastering Series', which suggests it's geared toward 2-bus program material processing, but there's no reason why you wouldn't use it on a single channel - you might even prefer to use it on a single channel, especially when using the soft-limiter to roughen up instruments.

[s_sibs]

Originally Posted by csl

It's part of the 'Precision Mastering Series', which suggests it's geared toward 2-bus program material processing, but there's no reason why you wouldn't use it on a single channel - you might even prefer to use it on a single channel, especially when using the soft-limiter to roughen up instruments.

I haven't started my demo yet but I've heard that the PMax works well on low end sounds like bass. I'll try it out tomorrow.

BTW I did try and purchase the De-Esser (well, I didn't use my $100 voucher this month yet so I got it free) and I like it...I think it is more transparent and flexible than the Waves Ren De-esser that I have used in the past. It ain't a glamor plug but it will get the job done in an unobtrusive way.