Crave EQ offers four models of high-quality filters: analog, transparent, digital (zero-latency) and linear.
Crave EQ offers four high-quality filter models
: Analog, Transparent, Digital (zero-latency), and Linear. Here’s what they all do:
Analog:
It’s like turning on infinite oversampling in your DAW, only much smarter and more efficient. Enjoy the beauty of analog Butterworth filters without the digital side effects like pre-distortion and aliasing. Great for those who love the natural sound of analog phase filtering. Low latency (48 samples at any sample rate) and ultra-low CPU requirements.
Transparent
: Digital magic that combines smooth analog low-pass filtering with linear phase processing of the high frequencies. Provides a more cohesive sound when mixing, as high frequencies remain in phase across all tracks. Great for maintaining the integrity of the mix when applying corrective or creative EQ to all tracks.
Digital:
Our zero-latency digital filter model accurately reproduces the waveform down to the Nyquist frequency. To ensure zero latency, the filter adds more color at high frequencies than other models due to larger phase changes in this region.
Linear:
Linear phase filtering increases latency and, if not applied carefully at low frequencies, can cause ringing artifacts. Use this model with a low Q factor and smooth transitions in the mid- and high frequencies for a colorless, corrective EQ.
The diagram below shows the phase response of four filter models in Crave EQ (analog, transparent, digital, and linear) for a peaking filter at 5 kHz. In this example, the transparent phase model has a delay of 5 ms. All have the same amplitude response, differing only in phase.
Impeccable sound: These equalizer models, developed in-house over several years, are free of digital artifacts such as aliasing and compression. There’s no added saturation, cross-mixing, or harmonics, just smooth and precise equalization.
- Four perfectly balanced EQ models for mixing and mastering
- 32 parametric bands with selectable peak, high/low shelf, high/low cut, notch, band-pass, and slope filters
- Directional EQ for peaking and shelving filters
- Combined M/S and L/R channel processing for all filters
- Single-listen (double-click a group to activate)
- Customizable high-resolution dual spectrum analyzer (M/S, L/R, and stereo in/out)
- Adjustable frequency, filter, and meter axes
- Customizable interface
- High-DPI support on macOS Retina and Windows
- Velocity-sensitive knobs
- Automatic gain compensation
- GPU-accelerated graphics
- Very efficient processor
- Piano keyboard input
- Preset manager and user defaults
What’s New in Version 2.2
Unlimited Knob Motion
When dragging knobs, the mouse cursor no longer touches the edge of the screen, allowing for free movement.
Memory Optimization
Depending on your settings, memory consumption can be up to 6x lower than in previous versions.
Pro Tools Automation Shortcuts
Pro tool automation shortcuts are now supported when adjusting a knob/control.
What’s New in Version 2.1
Native Apple Silicon Support
All plug-in formats have been updated to work correctly on Apple Silicon.
Transparent Phase Crossover Frequency Displayed in the UI
The transparent phase crossover frequency (the point at which the phase transitions from a linear state to an analog state) is shown on the frequency axes for clarity.
Right-click and drag for fine-tuning
Right-click and drag allows you to fine-tune the controls.
Band Number in the UI
The current band number is displayed in the UI and can be used to switch between bands.
What’s New in Version 2
Precise Stereo Imaging
Peaking and shelving filters can be positioned anywhere in the stereo field. Use the new M/S and L/R filter controls in combination to adjust the width to adjust focus, then pan to change direction. A new directional scale around each band indicates the degree of focus and direction.
Improved Spectrum Analyzer
The new spectrum analyzer supports higher frequency resolution, has improved ballistics, and can be configured to display any of the M, S, L, R (and combined L/R) channels of the input and output signal. The analyzer can be enlarged by 4x by dragging up or down the frequency axis. Dedicated preset control for saving and loading analyzer settings.
Linear Frequency Displays
You can switch from logarithmic frequency display to the new linear frequency display. To enable this feature, right-click on the editor background and select Lines -> Linear from the context menu.
Precise Sampling Automation:
Supports selective automation for offline responses with compatible hosts and plugin formats.
Phase Inversion:
The signal phase can be inverted by pressing the F key.
Up to 4x Faster on GPUs:
The new graphics engine uses 8x less GPU memory and places 4x less load on the GPU.
Place the license file in the “%LOCALAPPDATA%\Crave DSP(PRODUCT)\license” folder.
When opening the plugin, click on the logo and point to the Crave EQ.license file.
