Noisebud has introduced a new spectral processor designed to target resonant and noise-like parts of a signal independently.
Hiss identifies between 1 and 20 resonances within a user-defined frequency range and separates the selected signal into tonal and noise components, which can then be adjusted independently from -48 dB to +24 dB. This allows users to reduce piercing resonances while leaving the airy noise around them intact, or reduce noisy, gritty energy without flattening the tonal definition of the sound.
Hiss began with a mastering problem: a great mix with vocal sibilance that was too sharp, where conventional de-essers, dynamic EQs, and existing spectral processors either did not catch the right part of the sound or changed too much around it.
The goal was not to remove the entire S sound. It was to reduce the harsh resonances inside it while preserving the natural noise component and vocal character.
That idea became Hiss.
Hiss for Windows and macOS (VST3 and AU) is available to Noisebud’s Patreon subscribers ($7 USD/month), or as a one-time purchase for $39 USD via the Patreon shop, which includes all minor updates up to the next major version.
More information: Noisebud
