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Published on 02/17/13 at 14:10Very simple installation. Master Q is a parametric equalizer seven bands. For details, was at the center (ie for the midrange) three bandpass filters, each side there is a low-shelving and high-shelving and ends, a highpass and a password there. You can either play with the knobs, or act directly with the mouse on the curve. Each filter can be enabled or bypassed. The secret weapon of this plug-in is the "Range" which can increase, reduce or reverse all gains keeping proportions. In addition, we have a dynamic floor which limits or to saturate any ridges. Finally, there is a bypass and a button (FAT) to enable or non oversampling. Remains a feature I've never understood the utility, which allows to apply equalization on the left channel and right channel.
SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE
No malfunction on my Mac Pro with Digital Performer. Consumption of this plug-in processor resources is not very important, but not completely negligible either when oversampling is enabled.
OVERALL OPINION
I use the equalizer for several years and I find it very convenient, ergonomic (the ability to shape the curve with the mouse) and efficient. The "Range" is very useful: This is one of the main reasons that I use the plug rather than another. I read somewhere that the dynamic part (compressor, limiter, "saturator") was unnecessary. I do not think so. It may be appropriate for use in certain contexts. Note, however, a curious behavior of the button "FAT" (oversampling): When the locks or disables it, there is a slight modification of the curve in the treble, nothing justifies. No matter for me: I chose to leave the oversampling always active even if it mobilizes a tad processor.
Finally, this plugin is quite versatile. Personally, I use it mainly on individual instruments or voices, but it also works very well in a mix.
Overall, I am satisfied with this equalizer and I use it regularly. It has one drawback: it is rather expensive. I do not have the exact price, but I remember a rate greater than one hundred euros. So, if it again, I might have a little hesitation, is as excellent as this tool.
SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE
No malfunction on my Mac Pro with Digital Performer. Consumption of this plug-in processor resources is not very important, but not completely negligible either when oversampling is enabled.
OVERALL OPINION
I use the equalizer for several years and I find it very convenient, ergonomic (the ability to shape the curve with the mouse) and efficient. The "Range" is very useful: This is one of the main reasons that I use the plug rather than another. I read somewhere that the dynamic part (compressor, limiter, "saturator") was unnecessary. I do not think so. It may be appropriate for use in certain contexts. Note, however, a curious behavior of the button "FAT" (oversampling): When the locks or disables it, there is a slight modification of the curve in the treble, nothing justifies. No matter for me: I chose to leave the oversampling always active even if it mobilizes a tad processor.
Finally, this plugin is quite versatile. Personally, I use it mainly on individual instruments or voices, but it also works very well in a mix.
Overall, I am satisfied with this equalizer and I use it regularly. It has one drawback: it is rather expensive. I do not have the exact price, but I remember a rate greater than one hundred euros. So, if it again, I might have a little hesitation, is as excellent as this tool.