BaseViper

A dynamic EQ specifically for unmasking your 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 your mix and give your 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
• Adjust the Look-ahead dial based on how much latency your project can tolerate (90-100% usually sounds best; 0% gives zero latency)
  
• Click the display for instant A/B test (still uses CPU as if plugin activated)
• 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.