Minor Drama has announced the release of a free mix knob effect designed for use with parallel FX chains. A workflow enhancer, SendBlender enables better, faster mix decisions when applying multiple FX processors in parallel with a dry, unprocessed signal.
SendBlender enables precise, level matched blending of send effects to achieve the best result, quickly. Use multiple processors in parallel without giving up the benefits of a dedicated wet/dry mix knob. For example, insert an EQ after your compressor and then easily blend the result without having to fiddle with faders to keep levels in check. Or, add a wet/dry mix knob to a plugin that is lacking one. And not just for compressors—try it with processors that aren’t conventionally used in parallel, like limiters and clippers.
SendBlender Pro extends the feature set to include EQ and mid/side processing, allowing adjustment to the wet/dry balance in the frequency domain as well as across the stereo image. These functions augment the dry/wet mix knob concept in novel ways and enable both subtle and dramatic adjustments to the impact of existing bus processors.
SendBlender features
- Selectable crossfade curves: Linear, Equal Power, & Maximum Amplitude.
- Unique signal routing scheme via sidechain input for maximum DAW compatibility. Either wet or dry signal can be routed via sidechain input.
- Blend level can be set directly or by entering desired wet/dry attenuation.
- Bypass switch routes dry signal only to the plugin output.
- Pro only: 3 channel cut-only EQ allows selectively reducing wet signal in targeted frequencies.
- Pro only: Dry boost circuit compensates for cuts with boosts in the dry signal to maintain overall frequency balance, effectively providing spectral dry/wet mix control.
- Pro only: Make up gain can be applied manually or automatically to manage changes to loudness due to EQ adjustments.
- Pro only: Modern TPT filters built for artifact-free automation.
- Pro only: Optional linear phase 2x oversampling can be enabled to de-cramp high frequencies.
SendBlender and SendBlender Pro are available in VST3 and AU formats for Windows and Mac. The pro version is on sale for the intro price of $30 USD for a limited time (regular $50 USD). A free 30-day trial with no feature restrictions is available to download.
More information: Minor Drama
