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  • Overview
  • Features
  • Customer Reviews
  • 4.8/5
    (140)
$149.00
4.8/5
(140)

Mastering made easy.

Developed by Brainworx, and available exclusively for UAD hardware and UA Audio Interfaces, 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 offers powerful, easy-to-use controls for a self-contained mastering environment so you can effortlessly produce high‑level masters.

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

Take a Listen

Take a Listen
1-2-3, Mastered

1-2-3, Mastered

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.

Visual Feedback

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.

Mastering for Many

Mastering for Many

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.

Key Features

Full-fledged, professional analog mastering chain

Built and tuned with years of mastering experience by Brainworx' Dirk Ulrich

Focuses on essential user interface elements for maximum control and ease of use

High-quality, field-proven audio processors, for easy and effective results

Customer Reviews

Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic

Overall Rating

4.8/5
(140)

N. Runeberg

January 16, 2024

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.

C. Haskell

January 13, 2024

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.

G. Patro

December 19, 2023

Shape your 3 Dimensional Sound

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

d. drula

December 19, 2023

mastering

le bx master desk est genial pour le mastering ,un melange tres musical et chaleureux et je gagne du volume sans aucune degradation

B. Thomas

July 9, 2023

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.

c. mirage

April 3, 2023

These Guys are great at this

I purchased many plugins online but UAD is worth every penny.VIBES...............

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February 28, 2023

Why?

This plugin from Brainworks is FREE. What's the point having the paid Uad version? Can't really get the point of this.

U. PATAPENKA

January 24, 2023

Nice and simple

I use it last in the mastering chain as a smart and flexible limiter. I'm very happy with it.

F. Rutkiewicz

October 7, 2022

Pink Control

Love the Plugin ! Amazing Sound ...

J. Han

May 22, 2022

Eastwest Entertainment Music Director

Great for mixing or mastering . Yes I got Brainwired for $74 at special time
It’s great tool make your music better and bigger sounding with easier ways
Thanks much UAD teams

E. Koch

December 12, 2021

New Fave Tracking Processor !!!

74 bucks, Hmm .. so i give it a try, ( i have other mastering tools, and was looking for unobtrusive tracking compression ) AWESOME !!! i put this after my Fender '55 Deluxe Tweed Plugin, and Presto, the amp plugin is way more flexible now...
the bx_masterdeck Classic gives me a simple one stop Dynamics and EQ section that makes the 5E3 Come Alive !!! and it's so simple, i can spend more time tweaking the Amp.

F. Sgaravato

June 14, 2021

Great mastering plugin!

A must-have plugin for mastering, very easy to use and with a great result!

M. Řehák

April 25, 2021

Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic

It's simple and very useful

J. Hymon

April 17, 2021

Thumbs up

Adds a subtle warmth and clarity to your mix

I. Kalugina

April 13, 2021

Simple and good!

Nice simple plug-in that helps you in a few seconds to make some raw-demo masters for your customers, artists and musicians. Make it loud and use stereo expander! Unfortunatelly ther`s no Mono Maker Lo HZ feature for this "classic" edition. But it`s much cheaper than full version. 4+ plugin for sure

R. De La Rosa

January 22, 2021

Great compressor for Mastering Process

Does an excellent job during the mix down stage. Great buy!!

J. Peña Espinoza

January 20, 2021

It delivers as promised.

One of those processors that becomes an indispensable tool.

D. Beats

January 14, 2021

Quick and Easy

Quick and easy to use when you have a perfect mix.

K. McCormick

January 5, 2021

The final stage!

At the end of my work, I need an easy to use a mastering product and this is it! Mainly used after my ATR 102. Sparkle and spaciousness in one plug in, love it!

A. Nelson

December 29, 2020

Simple and Sounds Great

I finish most mixes with this following an ATR-102. Tightens up and gives a little tonal tilt where you need it. High value!