BaseViper

A dynamic EQ for unmasking the low end.

The perception of low-frequency sound is highly vulnerable to masking, especially from energy nearby on the frequency spectrum. BaseViper works by identifying your peak frequency below 200Hz, and de-masking this with sharp, dynamic EQ cuts at frequencies of ±12.2%.

The effect can help to open up a mix and give the low end a more transparent sound.

Features

• User-adjustable EQ cut depth and Q factor (i.e. sharpness)
• Variable frequency detection window from ~90 to ~360ms, with optional look-ahead function to compensate for the backward-looking frequency measurement
• Fixed effect range of 20-200Hz
• Automatic make-up gain targeting neutral LUFS impact
  
  

How to use

• Use BaseViper on low-end tracks or on your master bus
• Adjust the Depth control to taste
• If needed, reduce plugin latency by dialing back the Detector Window and/or Look-Ahead controls
  
• Click the display for instant A/B test (bypass mode continues to use CPU in order to keep the plugin calibrated to the incoming signal)
• Double-click a dial to reset to its default value, or hold <CTRL>/<CMD> to fine-tune
  

Technical notes

• Available in VST3 format for PC, and VST3 & AU formats for Mac. AAX support coming soon
• Requires a compatible Digital Audio Workstation or other plugin host
• 0-186ms latency, depending on Detector window and Look-ahead settings and project sample rate
• Supports common sample rates from 44.1 to 384kHz

Please download and evaluate the free demo version of BaseViper before purchasing, as we don’t yet offer refunds. Demo version here.

See here for information about versions and changes.