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Overview

Precision De-Esser Plug-In

Specialized Tool for Transparent Compression of the Sibilant Range

The Precision De-Esser seamlessly and accurately removes sibilance from individual audio tracks or even composite mixes via its intuitive interface and sophisticated yet transparent filter processing.

The Threshold knob dials in the amount of sibilance reduction, while the two-position "Speed" button gives control over the envelope (attack and release) of the detector. The Frequency knob sweeps a continuous target frequency range from 2-16 kHz, allowing repairs on a large range of voices (or even overheads and hi-hats), while the Solo button allows the user to isolate and monitor the target sibilant frequencies. The Width control offers a variable 1/6 to 1 2/3 octave bandpass filter that is perfect for complex program material, adapting technology from the TEC-nominated Precision Multiband. The Width control also switches into a more traditional highpass filter more commonly employed when tailoring individual voices. For even greater transparency, the Split feature gives the user the option to compress only the sibilant range, or may be turned off to compress the entire spectrum for more traditional de-essing.

$99.00

Features & Specs

Precision De-Esser Plug-In

Features:

  • Designed for tracks, busses or master fader
  • Modern bandpass or traditional highpass de-essing
  • Split mode minimizes darkening and lisping
  • Dual-speed time constant
  • Wide frequency range for vocals to overheads
  • Requires a UAD-1 or UAD-2 DSP Accelerator Card available from authorized dealers worldwide

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Reviews / Ratings

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  • Eddy Schreyer

    (Oasis Mastering, Prince))

    "[I pick] the Precision De-Esser for rounding and smoothing out the hi-end!”

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    07/2010

    Gene Grimaldi

    (Lady Gaga, Mary J. Blige)

    "I need the Precision De-Esser to control any hi-end problems and tuck them back into the mix."

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    07/2010

    Aziz Ibrahim

    (Simply Red, The Stone Roses)

    "I found that the Precision tools on the UAD were awesome ... they really hit the nail on the head."

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    05/2010

    Hector Delgado

    (Jay-Z, Ledisi)

    "On Vocals, I always use an LA-2A to a SSL E Series Channel Strip to an 1176LN to a Precision De-Esser. They're amazing."

    04/2010

    Ulrich Wild

    (Pantera)

    "UA comes to the rescue. The Precision De-Esser sounds very smooth and is very effective. I love its simplicity and versatility."

  • Joe Zook

    (Katy Perry, The Hives, Pink)

    "I use the Universal Audio Precision De-Esser in preference to any outboard de-esser."

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    by Pier Giacalone(Saturday 31 December, 2011)

    Great tool! The ability to solo the target freq is worth the price of admission alone! In combination with the enhance KHZ there's no high end that can't be fixed! … Read more

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    by Cameron Twomey(Sunday 4 December, 2011)

    This de-esser is easy to use and actually works very well. … Read more

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    by Jamil Sosa(Wednesday 31 August, 2011)

    This is incredible, I will recommend this to anyone. … Read more

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    by Marcus Thomas(Thursday 30 June, 2011)

    Really helps to control sibilence on vocals and I've even used it on hats and cymbals for smoothness. … Read more

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    by Cole Vincent(Monday 27 June, 2011)

    There is not too much to say about this plug-in. It does what it's supposed to do, very very well. I am very pleased with this purchase! … Read more

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