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Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic

Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic

4.8 (117)

Get powerful mastering at your fingertips.

  • Easily master your projects with three simple controls — Volume, Foundation, and Tone
  • Get results in seconds that rival those from a professional mastering studio
  • Add width and character with Stereo Enhance and THD controls
  • Apply a field-proven chain of high-quality mastering processors with minimal fuss

Runs on macOS or Windows. Requires an Apollo audio interface or UAD Accelerator. View full system requirements.

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Get Powerful Mastering at Your Fingertips

The Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic is proof positive that mastering software doesn't need to be complicated to be effective. Built on the same high-end analog mastering chain as its big brother, the bx_masterdesk plug-in, the Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic plug-in gives you easy-to-use controls so you can effortlessly produce high‑level masters.

Master Quickly and Easily

In three quick steps, the bx_masterdesk Classic plug-in will give you a professional-sounding master. First, turn up the Volume control. Next, set the Foundation knob to adjust the low end, and finally, tweak the Tone knob to season the source to taste. Refine even further with one-knob solutions like Stereo Enhance to add width, and THD to inject grit and character.

Enhance your Workflow with Visual Feedback

There's a fine line between making a master loud, and overly squashing its dynamic range, and with many of the mastering plug-ins on the market, it’s easy to overdo it. But thanks to the large, centrally located Dynamic Range meter on bx_masterdesk Classic, you can always keep a watchful eye, so you’ll know to apply just the right amount of loudness

Take Control of your Mastering

In today’s competitive music and content world, there are numerous situations beyond just album production where it’s handy to quickly and effectively master a project yourself. Whether you’re a mixer sending roughs to a client, a band sending a demo to a label or promoter, or a composer submitting a TV or film cue; having a fast, easy and powerful mastering solution like the bx_masterdesk Classic plug-in gives your creations a professional advantage.

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4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
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117 reviews
  • CK
    Christopher K.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Bx masterdesk

    Simply sounds great!

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  • NR
    N. R.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Easy and quick

    Works well for beefing up your recordings and widening the stereo “picture” before mixdown. Great tool for creating something that sounds “ready” when you are on a schedule.

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  • CH
    C. H.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Does what it says!

    Cool lil plugin. Has everything you need to beef up or enhance a mix. Pretty straightforward. Run a mix through it and start twisting knobs! Good tool for revising previous mixes and quick renders. If you have a preferred chain you could get similar results, this is like having three or four of those plugins in one.

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  • GP
    G. P.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Shape your 3 Dimensional Sound

    It shapes the height (Tones) and width (Stereo Enhancement) of 3 Dimensional Sound very well

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  • BT
    B. T.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    It's A Life Saver

    I don't really review much but I do need to say that even though there is a free version, I love UAD versions more than other types because UAD makes plugins run so smooth. Probably because of things like my Apollo x8p which I love even more. I know there is a subscription version of UAD plugins but I'm literally praying UAD will always make the non subscription versions that run smooth with the apollos. Thank You UAD for allowing us to buy and own this unique equipment even though it can be expensive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you’ll need an Apollo audio interface, UAD-2 Satellite, or UAD-2 PCIe card to run these plug-ins, using the onboard DSP. The plug-ins run on the hardware itself, without adding strain to your computer’s CPU. In an Apollo, onboard DSP processing allows you to run realtime UAD plug-ins with near-zero latency, and even record that processing directly to your DAW.

This refers to the number of SHARC DSP processors in Apollo and UAD-2 hardware. A DUO core system has twice the amount of processing power compared to a SOLO core system. More SHARC DSP cores increases the number of UAD-2 plug-ins you can run on the hardware.

No, Satellites provide DSP to run UAD-2 plug-ins in your DAW.

Yes, you can start a fully functional 14-day demo from any plug-in bundled with the UAD software. Simply click “Start Demo”, and start using it in your DAW.

UAD-2 licenses follow the hardware, it does not matter which computer they are connected to. You can have up to six UAD-2 devices registered to a system in your Universal Audio account, which share those licenses. See UAD-2 Plug-In Licensing Explained for full details. Authorisation of UAD-2 hardware is managed by the UAD Meter & Control Panel Application.

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