Precision De-Esser is a linear-phase, frequency-sensitive dynamics processor that allows you to remove excessive high-frequency content from your tracks without dulling the high-end.
Precision De-Esser combines the high-precision linear phase filter technology with the dynamics processing of ChannelStrip and the metering and analysis of SpectraFoo to allow you to zero in on offending frequencies and correct them quickly and efficiently.
Precision DeEsser features comprehensive listening controls to allow you to hear exactly what is (or isn’t) being removed; you may choose five different points in the processing chain to monitor. As with all Metric Halo plug-ins, parameters are fully automatable to give you full control of the processing during mixdown.
The Precision DeEsser is an essential tool for vocal tracks, but can also be used for sound design and other audio processing.
Key Features
- World-class Signal Processing and Workflow
- High precision linear-phase filter block with:
- Center, Bandwidth and Sharpness controls
- Ess-Compressor with:
- Threshold, Ratio, Attack and Release controls
- Comprehensive Listening Control
- SpectraFoo™ spectrum analysis, with selectable displays
- SpectraFoo™ spectrum analysis built-in
- Scalable gain reduction meters
- Many presets included
- Adjustable UI size / Disclosable Graphs
- MH Preset Manager – Provides cross-platform presets
Tech Specs
System Requirements
- Mac OS X 10.10 or newer. Intel Processor or Apple Silicon. AU, VST 2 & 3 or AAX (Pro Tools 11 & newer Native) host. 64 bit.
- Windows 7 or newer. Intel Processor. VST or AAX (Pro Tools 10, 11 & 12 & Native) host. 64 bit.
Licensing Requirements
- iLok account.
- License includes two activations for your account.
- iLok dongle is optional — you may install the license on your machine or on an iLok or the iLok Cloud for portability.
- Only one license required – works on all supported platforms.
Differences between v3 and v4
MH Precision De-Esser v4 features:
- Adds VST3 version on both macOS and Windows
- VST3 Native Apple Silicon support for all VST host including Steinberg products (Cubase, Nuendo, etc).
All v4 plugins now feature:
- Undo/Redo
- A/B snapshots and snapshot blend
- Software update tracking
- More flexible resizability
- Common controls in the header bar (Help, Resize, Pane Disclosure)
- All plugins support AU, AAX, VST2 and VST3 on macOS.
- All plugins support AAX, VST2, and VST3 on Windows.
- Improved Preset Management
- Plug-in Settings copy/paste between instances
- Plug-in details pane (accessed by the MH Logo) that shows:
- About box
- Links to documentation, tech support and frequently asked questions
- Software update information and release notes
- Current release notes
- Plug-in Preferences
- Significantly reduced size download for the installers on macOS
- Adds a user configurable themes for most plugins
- Adds user selectable knob styles for many plugins
- Adds user preference for band colors
- Adds user preference UI colors
- Adds user preference for showing/hiding knob rings
- Refines layout and visuals of the UI