Audiophile
Planet Venus Audio Technologies® LLC is pleased to announce that the Essentials version of Spectral Coherence Control® for audiophiles will be introduced at the SouthWest Audio Fest is Dallas, TX, March 15, 2024. The Essentials version contains the identical processing engine as the Mastering version, and all of the curated Preset files (that control the processing ‘by band’) to help get the new user started, and at $189 (US) is half the price of the Mastering version. Like the Mastering version, it also graphically provides the results of the processing in ‘before and after’ form so the user can hear and see the differences simultaneously. The license can be either assigned to a computer or stored on an iLok2 so the owner can move the processing to different computers if desired. The Essentials version has a simpler user interface that includes two of the four globally adjustable parameters available in the Mastering version, and allows the user to enable different processing in adjacent processing bands by selecting from the installed Preset files, which are labeled for how their processing affects the music.
All music listeners have differing tastes in their music, with some more interested in sonic detail, usually accomplished through close microphone techniques, while others prefer a more blended sound, usually accomplished with more distant microphone placement. Certainly, use of different microphones with various instruments can modify the overall sound quality, independent of microphone positioning, but for the most part, listeners are subject to the tastes of the recording/producing engineers. They determine the overall sound quality, and we have to hope we like the audio tastes of the teams that recorded our favorite tracks! That is about to change with the availability of the new Spectral Coherence Control® plug-in !
Imagine you’re sitting in the upper balcony at a show. The music making it to your ears has bounced around, commingling, making it smooth and warm. Spectral Coherence Control® can be used to create that organic blend that some of our ears have grown to love so you get the sound quality you want on your home or portable audio rig. No sound overpowering the other, nothing stands out from anything else, just the way you want it.
- This type of sound is obtained by using the “less Coherent” settings; select from all of the negative range of values for the adjustable Coherence parameter to obtain a more “Blended” sound
Or alternatively, by highlighting certain sounds, instruments, or voices, Spectral Coherence Control® can be used to bring a front row experience to the listener, without the edginess usually associated with a more involved presentation. Individual details can be selectively brought forward, and the listener can distinguish between all the different sounds, creating audio that is lively and engaging. The listener’s attention is drawn to each aspect of sound, each in its turn as the music progresses so you get the sound quality you want on your home or portable audio rig.
- This type of sound is obtained by using the “more Coherent’ processing; select from all of the positive range of values for the adjustable Coherence parameter, to obtain a more “Clear” sound.
If you prefer some parts of the musical spectrum more Coherent than others, Spectral Coherence Control® can do that too by selecting more Coherent processing for part of the spectrum, and less Coherent processing for the remaining parts of the spectrum…..providing the ultimate in user control; adjust the sound quality to your individual liking across the frequency range, wherever you want it….at last! Just use the Spectral Coherence Control® plug-in with any compatible music player / streaming software tool that allows for AU or VST 3 plug-in compatibility (i.e. Audirvāna, Fidelia, or Amarra) and tune the sounds the way you want. This is like having the ability to change cables, pre-amps, amps, or speakers to alter the sound to match your tastes with each different music track if you wish. Both Audirvāna and Fidelia have smart phone apps that allow the user to control play remotely. Full capability of the plug-in is available so users will be able to choose from the selection of supplied Preset file options to obtain the clarity or smooth sound quality that they prefer with each type of music, then adjust the various parameters to tune the sound to their liking, select a playlist with that type of music, and enjoy.
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SCC Master Version (MAC)
Click the ‘BUY NOW” button to purchase the Master version of Spectral Coherence Control® from our e-commerce site and receive your Perpetual License and installer for SCC for only $389 US.
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Fill out the trial form to download the SCC Installer which includes a 2-week free trial of SCC (iLok2 is required in both Buy and Try options).
SCC Essentials Version (MAC)
Click the ‘BUY NOW” button to purchase the Essentials version of Spectral Coherence Control® from our e-commerce site and receive your Perpetual License and installer for SCC for only $189 US
Sign up for 2 week free trial (enjoy a 15% discount during the trial)
Fill out the trial form to download the SCC Essentials Installer which includes a 2-week free trial of SCC (iLok2 is required in both Buy and Try options for use across computers, no iLok2 is required if assigning the license to one computer)