In the studio, multiband compression and expansion are powerful tools, but notoriously difficult to set up and control. Enter the FabFilter Pro-MB that makes multiband dynamics processing intuitive yet powerful at the same time.
A new approach
Instead of conventionally splitting the entire spectrum with crossovers, the FabFilter Pro-MB enables you to directly create a new band at the frequency range you want to work on. Think bands, not crossovers. The interactive multiband display clearly shows you that the rest of the spectrum stays untouched. And if desired, you can easily snap bands together to recreate a traditional crossover system.
Lifesaver and timesaver
FabFilter Pro-MB introduces a unique Dynamic Phase processing mode, which has virtually the same frequency response as traditional multiband processing but doesn’t introduce any latency or pre-ringing. The FabFilter Pro-MB only introduces minor phase changes and also includes an excellent Linear Phase mode and a traditional Minimum Phase mode. The powerful combination of high-quality processing, optimised workflow using the interactive multiband display and all the expert features you’ll need, the Pro-MB is both a lifesaver and timesaver in the studio.
FabFilter goodies
Lastly, with FabFilter’s Saturn 2 you get all the usual goodies from FabFilter that include: perfectly tuned knobs, MIDI Learn, Smart Parameter Interpolation for smooth parameter transitions, an excellent help file with interactive help hints, SSE optimization and much more.
Key Features
Up to six processing bands, freely placed anywhere in the spectrum
Bands can be easily snapped together to form a traditional crossover system
Handles any form of dynamics processing, from highly transparent compression, limiting and expansion to pumping upward compression and punchy gating
Unique Dynamic Phase processing mode featuring zero latency, no static phase changes and no pre-ringing artefacts
Excellent Linear Phase processing mode, eliminating audible artefacts when quickly changing crossover frequencies
Minimum Phase processing mode
Up to four times linear-phase oversampling
Fully customizable per band: threshold, range, attack, release, output gain, ratio, variable knee, lookahead (up to 20 ms), variable stereo linking, mid- or side-only processing, external side chain input, triggering on a separate frequency range
The steepness of each crossover slope can be freely adjusted between 6 dB/oct and 48 dB/oct
Intelligent, highly program- and frequency-dependent attack and release curves
Global dry/wet mix from 0% to 200% to easily scale the total effect of the plug-in
Beautiful Retina interface with unique interactive multiband display, designed for an optimal workflow
Accurate and smooth real-time frequency analyzer with pre-and post-processing options and 'freeze' feature
High-quality audio processing algorithms with 64-bit internal processing where needed
Band solo/mute and bypass options
Precise output metering
GPU-powered graphics acceleration
Double-click text entry of parameter values
Stereo and mono plug-ins available
Supports common Pro Tools hardware control surfaces
MIDI Learn
Undo/redo and A/B comparison
Smart Parameter Interpolation
Sample-accurate automation of all parameters
Extensive help file with interactive help hints
Available in VST, VST3, Audio Units, AAX Native and AudioSuite formats