“This processor uses peak clipping to tame unruly peaks, rather than the usual peak limiting, giving you another dynamics control option. Here’s how IK Multimedia describes the plugin: Please note that IK Multimedia Product Manager software is required to install and activate T-RackS Classic Clipper on your computer. The free download offer ends on November 25th, 2022.Īfter claiming your free T-RackS Classic Clipper license, it will be stored permanently in your IK Multimedia user account (even after the free download offer expires). T-RackS Classic Clipper typically costs €49.99, but you can get it for FREE exclusively at Audio Plugin Deals.

You can also use it on drums, percussion, and other types of audio with lots of dynamics. You can hear how the plugin was used to enhance an electric bass guitar recording. IK Multimedia provides an audio example on the T-RackS Classic Clipper product page. It will tame any unruly transients and make it easier to compress the audio signal to the desired level.

Using a clipper before the limiter in the mastering chain is often a good idea. A clipper can trim the transients, increase the loudness, and add harmonics to the signal.

IK Multimedia’s plugin wrapper provides a range of useful tools, including a preset browser, RMS and LUFS metering, undo/redo functionality, and more.Įven though clipping is undesirable when recording audio, it can be a valuable tool in the mixing and mastering stage. The plugin also features a pair of peak meters (one for the output and one for gain reduction), a saturation indicator, and a bypass switch. The Gain knob controls the input volume, the Slope knob adjusts the clipping mode (from soft to hard clipping), and the Output knob sets the output volume. T-RackS Classic Clipper is an audio clipping effect with three controls: Gain, Slope, and Output. Audio Plugin Deals offer the T-RackS Classic Clipper (€49.99 value) by IK Multimedia as a FREE download until November 25th, 2022.

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