Pethu has released Maxim 16-2EQ Mixer, a freeware VST effect plug-in for Windows PC.

From the manual:

The Maxim 16-2EQ is a 16+2 channel stereo mixer, meant to be used in modular VST host environments like EnergyXT, SynthEdit and others, and was specifically designed for those who want a classic mixer solution for the Tracktion line of sequencers.

Maxim 16-2EQ Mixer features

• Basic Channel Strips with Input Indicator Light, S1 And S2 Send Level Knobs, Pan Slider, Volume Fader, Meters, Mute & Solo Buttons and Text Labels.
• Channel Strip EQ Sections with Low Cut Filter and a 1-Band Parametric EQ.
• Send Return Channels, like the normal channel strips but no effect sends, no pan slider and return channels operate on their on “solo exclusive” group.
• Master Channel to control the overall output level (includes Mute button).

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Aixcoustic Creations has released version 1.8.4 of Electri-Q, a minimum phase EQ for Windows PC.

Changes in Electri-Q v1.8.4

• Vista ready.
• Installer issues fixed.
• Delete registry settings added to deinstaller.
• Standalone colour fix for Windows XP & VISTA.
• Fixed a bug that crashed the plugin on start-up (make it unusable).
• Fixed a possible bug caused by rapid preset changing.
• Fixed parameter structure embedded for the latest Steinberg hosts.
• Cubase 4 automation bug fix (*).
• Cubase 4 memory bugs solved.
• Several bug fixes and stability improvements.

The freeware posihfopit edition was also updated.

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Massenburg DesignWorks has released MDW Hi-Res Parametric EQ 3.0, a plug-in which emulates the filter curves of Massenburg’s legendary GML 8200 reference-standard equalizer.

Massenburg DesignWorks MDW Hi-Res Parametric EQ 3.0

From Digidesign:

Designed for Pro Tools|HD® systems, version 3.0 offers new RTAS® support, giving you the flexibility to use the EQ with Pro Tools LE® and Pro Tools M-Powered™ systems too. With its unprecedented clarity, unmatched smoothness, and excellent high-frequency response, MDW® Hi-Res Parametric EQ will help you achieve optimal definition in your mixes.

MDW Hi-Res Parametric EQ 3.0 features

• Wide frequency selection, from 10 Hz to 41 kHz, with variable Q and choice of three- or five-band EQ.
• Double-precision 48-bit processing for unprecedented clarity.
• Emulates GML 8200 constant shape reciprocal filter curves — the industry-standard reference.
• IsoPeak® functionality lets you quickly solo a target frequency band.
• A/B snapshots allow settings comparisons.
• Supports both TDM and RTAS plug-in formats.

MDW Hi-Res Parametric EQ 3.0 is available in a TDM/RTAS version for Pro Tools|HD users at $795 USD, and an RTAS version for all Pro Tools users at $395 USD. Special upgrade pricing is also available if you currently use an older version of the plug-in.

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db audioware has released version 1.0.4 of Vocal Intensifier, a plug-in that contains an advanced algorithm designed to make vocals sit more prominently in the mix, without destroying the detail in the original performance.

Changes in Vocal Intensifier v1.0.4

• Resolved crash in SONAR 6 & 7 when changing presets or pressing power button.
• Fixed param display (values should appear under the output meter when controls adjusted).

Vocal Intensifier is available for Windows and Mac (VST/AU) and costs $79 USD / 59 EUR. A demo is available for download.

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