hodshonf
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Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
hi all,
i am a new Artist user. old Cakewalk user from decades ago.
i have been looking for a decent channel strip VST plugin since i can't justify going to a higher version of sonar.
MixControl Pro looks pretty nice and gets raves.
any other suggestions?
thanks,
fred
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 08:47:05
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 11:32:36
I don't know why its more cost effective to purchase a plugin when an upgrade to Platinum will get you a ton of plugins as well as some truly neat features.
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hodshonf
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 08:51:10
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i will probably keep searching for more affordable plugins.
i can't justify the $499 or $49/mo compared to $99 or $9/mo for my current project.
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hodshonf
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 08:57:03
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hmmm... reaper has some free plugins that look good for processing.
the ReaPlugs VST FX Suite.
and it's free. i switched from Reaper to Sonar due to some issues.
plus i like Sonar's midi and scoring.
will try tonight.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 09:02:55
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 11:32:28
The Sonar Platinum included vst´s are really good . If you like to have the best payware, i recommend the Slate Digital VMR, the Waves SSL 4000 or UAD .
post edited by Pragi - 2016/04/25 09:24:04
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 09:11:24
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 11:32:44
Eventide has UltraChannel.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 09:19:53
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 11:32:17
If you're not against an a la carte approach, the Sonitus plug-ins may be old, but they're very effective.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 09:28:51
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fantastic responses! appreciate it.
will try the Sonitus plugs tonight.
thanks!
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 09:38:27
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 11:32:10
I remain a huge fan of the Sonitus plug-ins. They're extremely versatile and some have features no other plugs have. You might also want to check out "Friday's Tip of the Week" for some suggestions on how to use Sonitus plug-ins, like the tip on creating a super-gentle/transparent compressor, or the one on a guitar sustainer. The Sonitus EQ can also make a great pop filter...they're very cool. Use the Sonitus plugs, and save your money for something else!
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 09:42:04
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 11:32:49
My favorite channel strip is probably Waves SSL, but they will cost more than an upgrade to Platinum. You can get very good results with the tools in Platinum.
Regards,
Dan
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 09:44:51
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wow!
THE Craig Anderton?
amazing!
i will take your recommendation with the highest regard.
used to read your columns in various PRINT mags back in the day.
thanks!
fred
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 10:26:21
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the overview page of the Sonitus Suite is great!
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 10:54:46
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 11:32:00
Craig Anderton also wrote the forward to one of my favorite books, now in its 3rd Edition, "The MIDI Manual". I think Craig works about 30 hours a day. 
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 11:17:33
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FCCfirstclass
Craig Anderton also wrote the forward to one of my favorite books, now in its 3rd Edition, "The MIDI Manual".
I think Craig works about 30 hours a day.
i think that's down a few hours from when i was reading his columns.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 11:30:17
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 12:08:44
hodshonf
MixControl Pro looks pretty nice and gets raves.
It is nice, but not available anymore. The company disappeared with a lot of drama behind it. As already mentioned, both the Sonitus and ReaPlugs are great for bread and butter FX. There's really no need to look elsewhere, especially when these are free (the Sonitus being bundled with Artist).
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 12:00:48
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 14:27:48
I had used Voxengo's Voxformer (about $70) for years, until all the toys in the ProChannel came along and made it easier to use what was already defaulted on every channel. The dual band compressor, gate and de-esser are still pretty handy to have all lined up and ready to go.
Hmm...I might just have to go back to that.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 12:09:13
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JonD
hodshonf
MixControl Pro looks pretty nice and gets raves.
It is nice, but not available anymore. The company disappeared with a lot of drama behind it.
As already mentioned, both the Sonitus and ReaPlugs are great for bread and butter FX. There's really no need to look elsewhere, especially when these are free (the Sonitus being bundled with Artist).
i wasn't aware Sonitus came with Artist. thanks.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 13:26:15
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 14:27:40
There are a host of free options here... some of them even sound half-decent! http://bedroomproducersblog.com/free-vst-plugins/ you could probably populate a basic DAW with a versatile fleet of plugs for nearly every imaginable purpose without spending a dime... more and more of them are 64-bit, with respectable interface and sonics...
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 14:51:41
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 15:33:02
hodshonf
wow!
THE Craig Anderton?
fred
He is on our side 
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 15:11:26
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/25 15:33:05
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 16:13:17
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Note that the 49 a month is only for the first year. After that you're on Platinum and it's 10 a month. If you're already springing for plugs it's worth a consideration. But yeah EQ and compression VSTs abound, even for free, so if budget is an important consideration definitely try out what there is first.
If I had to pick a favorite EQ I'd say FabFilter Pro Q2, no contest. But it's expensive and the Flyout EQ from Sonar Platinum is quite good too. For compression, there are so many flavors. But a cheap and versatile one is Klanghelm DC8C.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 17:00:05
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hodshonf
i think that's down a few hours from when i was reading his columns.
FWIW...I still write regularly for Guitar Player, Sound on Sound, Harmony Central, Pro Sound News, occasionally for Keyboard and Electronic Musician magazines, and of course, Gibson.com. Oh yes, and the world-famous Cakewalk eZine 
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 18:02:32
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And here, Craig.. We notice All the best.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 18:17:33
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Anderton
hodshonf
i think that's down a few hours from when i was reading his columns.
FWIW...I still write regularly for Guitar Player, Sound on Sound, Harmony Central, Pro Sound News, occasionally for Keyboard and Electronic Musician magazines, and of course, Gibson.com. Oh yes, and the world-famous Cakewalk eZine
...a bit busier than you were a hundred years ago when you were writing the "Device" newsletter. (I think I may still have some of those.)
post edited by dantarbill - 2016/04/25 18:44:19
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 18:23:12
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John
Eventide has UltraChannel.
That thing is so expensive though. They gave it away for free for awhile so you'd figure it was a cheapie to get people in. Nope, they want $250. Screw that. For the $0 I paid, it is well worth it and I use it. For $250 I'd get something else.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 19:14:53
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hodshonf
used to read your columns in various PRINT mags back in the day.
He still does. You just stopped reading them, like everybody else.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 19:37:18
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hodshonf
used to read your columns in various PRINT mags back in the day.
He still does. You just stopped reading them, like everybody else.
If the print edition of Sound On Sound weren't so expensive, I wouldn't have gotten an online-only sub.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 19:50:34
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Anderton
If you're not against an a la carte approach, the Sonitus plug-ins may be old, but they're very effective.
totally agree, love the Sonitus suite and still use it on almost every project. I know there are better delays out there, but the Sonitus delay + compression are 2 of my fav's.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 21:52:56
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☄ Helpfulby hodshonf 2016/04/26 08:20:42
Check the melda free suite. It has all sorts of high quality fx for free. If you're looking for an actually channel strip, Hornet makes one that is very good. Eq, compressor, etc. Also Sknote has one that sounds very good and it should have an update soon. You might also save up for the new Melda product that is coming. It should have all sorts of things in it that will make your life much easier. Super powerful.
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Re: Recommendations for Channel Strip VST - EQ/Compression
2016/04/25 22:22:10
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hodshonf
used to read your columns in various PRINT mags back in the day.
He still does. You just stopped reading them, like everybody else.
Almost all magazines, including the one for which I write, have online versions whose circulation typically exceeds print.
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