Austrian Audio has announced public beta testing for the latest version of its plugin designed for use with the OC818 and OC-S10 microphones.
PolarDesigner 3 is a post-processing tool that provides the capability to modify the polar pattern of recorded signals across five frequency bands, offering detailed control and flexibility. This functionality enables users to explore creative sound shaping, particularly with acoustic material.
A key focus of this update is to streamline the workflow for users. PolarDesigner 3 introduces a revised user interface intended to enhance ease of operation. Additionally, a new Trim slider has been incorporated to provide more precise control over frequency-dependent polar pattern adjustments. The plugin is compatible with both Windows and macOS, including native support for Apple Silicon processors and operation via Rosetta.
“We at Austrian Audio believe that the future of microphone design is the combination of the best practices in high-end physical engineering and having a pioneering spirit towards exploring the versatility of digital post-processing control,” says Austrian Audio CEO Martin Seidl. “With this public beta we are opening the doors to our very active user community and letting them guide us towards the ultimate workflow – using our abilities as engineers and designers to speak to their needs as working creators.”
PolarDesigner 3 features
- Optimized for Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) and Rosetta.
- Supported formats: AAX, VST3, AU (Win/Mac).
- Simplified and resizable UI.
- Performance improvements.
- Trim slider for frequency-dependent polar pattern adjustments.
- Redesigned Terminator control for intuitive usage.
PolarDesigner 3 is free and the beta version is available for public testing. Participants providing feedback will be entered to win an OC818 microphone.
More information: Austrian Audio
