» Quality audio processing algorithms with 64-bit internal processing where needed » Accurate and smooth real-time frequency analyzer with pre- and post-processing options and ‘freeze’ feature » Program- and frequency-dependent attack and release curves » Steepness of each crossover slope can be freely adjusted between 6 dB/oct and 48 dB/oct » Fully customizable per band: threshold, range, attack, release, output gain, ratio, variable knee, lookahead (up to 20 ms), variable stereo linking, mid- or side-only processing, external side chain input, triggering on a separate frequency range » Unique Dynamic Phase processing mode featuring zero latency, no static phase changes and no pre-ringing artifacts » Bands can be easily joined together to form a traditional crossover system
» Bands can be placed anywhere in the spectrum This allows the user to approach dynamics by thinking in individual bands and not crossovers, providing the ability to target problematic areas in the frequency spectrum without disturbing other areas of the range. Six bands can be earmarked and can be individually modified or mated. FabFilter takes this to the next level by allowing the user to freely single out any band on the spectrum with a variety of crossover curves, a flexibility that other products on the market don’t possess. Multiband compression is a valuable utility to have in your plug-in arsenal due to its ability to target specific frequencies without affecting the entire range. Not only did it achieve a FutureMusic Power Award, but it was also named as a 2013 Gear Of The Year winner in the Dynamics Plug-In category. The Pro-MB is well executed on every level from the intuitive and attractive interface, to the brilliant sound quality.
It is available in the VST, VST3, Audio Units, AAX Native and AudioSuite formats (all both 64-bit and 32-bit), as well as RTAS (32-bit only).
The FabFilter Pro MB is multiband compressor plug-in for Mac and PC. Intelligent audio processing combined with optimal interface workflow makes FabFilter Pro-MB an absolute timesaver and a joy to use.FabFilter Pro-MB Multiband Compressor Review
At any time, the most important settings for all bands are visible at a glance, together with a real-time dynamic gain change curve and spectrum analyzer. Creating, snapping and selecting bands is a breeze, as is adjusting and tweaking multiple selected bands. Unlike traditional multiband compressors, which can be laborious to set up and control, FabFilter Pro-MB’s large interface is streamlined and uncluttered. In Expert mode, more advanced features become available: mid- or side-only processing, external side chain triggering, including the option to trigger on a different, freely configurable frequency range. Intelligent, highly frequency- and program-dependent algorithms ensure excellent results with all kinds of program material.
Up to six bands can be created, each offering a choice of downward or upward compression or expansion, together with a full set of dynamics controls, from range, ratio and knee control to lookahead and variable stereo linking. Of course, FabFilter Pro-MB also offers outstanding Linear Phase and conventional Minimum Phase processing modes. Minor, typically inaudible phase changes are introduced only when the gain of a band is modified. Exclusively developed for Pro-MB, it closely matches the frequency response of conventional multiband processing and results in a flat phase response when no gain changes are applied, but without introducing latency and pre-ringing effects (like Linear Phase processing), or static phase distortion (like Minimum Phase processing).
To achieve truly transparent multi-band processing, FabFilter Pro-MB features an entirely new processing mode: Dynamic Phase. When desired, bands can easily be snapped together to form a traditional crossover system. Think bands, not crossovers! The interface clearly shows that the rest of the spectrum stays untouched. Instead of conventionally splitting the entire spectrum with crossovers, FabFilter Pro-MB enables you to directly target these areas, simply by creating bands at any frequency range you’re interested in. When working with multiband dynamics, you often focus on one or two specific frequency areas.