Otium Development has announced the release of a visual sidechain ducking plugin for Windows designed to help producers achieve cleaner kick and bass separation faster.
SideChainX combines hands-on envelope shaping with intelligent visual feedback, making it easier to hear, see, and refine low-end movement without relying on guesswork.
Stop guessing your low-end. Side Chain X shows you exactly how your kick and bass interact – so you can fix clashes instantly and dial in perfect groove with confidence. So, stop guessing and speed up your workflow!
SideChainX features
- KickFit: Analyzes kick/bass interaction and suggests practical sidechain starting settings.
- Heatmap: Highlights low-end conflict areas so problem spots are easier to identify.
- Punch Meter: Gives visual feedback on kick/bass impact and separation.
- Visual Envelope Editor: Shape custom ducking curves directly on the graph.
- BPM, Audio, and MIDI Modes: Flexible triggering for different sidechain workflows.
- Core Controls: Depth, Threshold, Attack, Release, Mix, and Spread.
Available as a VST3 plugin for Windows (macOS support coming), SideChainX is on sale for the introductory launch price of $19.99 USD for a limited time (regular $34.99 USD).
More information: Otium
