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Feature update for the intelligent de esser
We are excited to announce the release of version 1.2.0 for HoRNet Sybilla Pro, the intelligent and versatile de-esser plugin. This update introduces several key enhancements that improve the plugin’s functionality, performance, and compatibility, making it even more indispensable for mixing and mastering professionals who require precise control over sibilance.
HoRNet Sybilla Pro is a multi-filter de-esser plugin that differs from traditional de-essers. Instead of relying on a single frequency band to detect sibilance, Sybilla Pro utilizes eight tunable filters that cover a broad spectrum of frequencies. This allows the plugin to detect sibilance across multiple frequency ranges and reduce it with exceptional accuracy, providing an unparalleled level of control over the treatment of harsh high frequencies, particularly in vocals.
Unlike conventional de-essers that use fixed thresholds, Sybilla Pro operates as a wideband de-esser, which gives it the ability to monitor and respond to sibilance across varying frequencies in real-time. The plugin’s dynamic threshold is one of its standout features. Instead of merely comparing the input signal to a fixed threshold, the plugin dynamically analyzes the difference between the unfiltered signal and the sum of active filters. When this difference exceeds the threshold, the compressor is triggered to reduce the sibilance.
This innovative approach allows Sybilla Pro to be much more responsive and adaptive than traditional de-essers. Conventional de-essers often only engage when the signal crosses a preset level, which means they may miss softer instances of sibilance. Sybilla Pro, on the other hand, de-esses even during quieter or more subtle passages, ensuring that no harsh frequencies are left untreated.
At the core of Sybilla Pro is its sophisticated filter bank, which allows you to have precise control over each filter’s frequency and level. The eight tunable filters are designed with a fixed bandwidth of 1kHz, making them versatile and effective for a wide range of scenarios. For more advanced users, Sybilla Pro also provides the ability to isolate and listen to individual filters. You can solo the output of each filter to better understand its contribution to the signal processing, ensuring that you are fine-tuning each one precisely to your needs.
The plugin also includes key listen buttons, which allow you to isolate individual filters, making it easier to identify and address specific problem frequencies. If you prefer a more streamlined approach, you can deactivate specific filters to avoid unwanted interference, ensuring that only the most relevant filters are engaged during the de-essing process.
Sybilla Pro offers two distinct compression modes: VCA and OPTO. Each mode provides different characteristics, giving you flexibility in how you approach de-essing.
VCA Mode: This mode acts faster and uses a hard knee, making it ideal for situations where you need quick and precise compression. It is well-suited for situations where sibilance is more abrupt and requires fast response times.
OPTO Mode: This mode works more slowly and uses a soft knee, providing a smoother, more natural compression effect. OPTO mode is perfect for more subtle sibilance control, where a gentle touch is needed.
Both modes allow you to adjust the attack and release settings, giving you further control over how the plugin responds to the dynamics of the audio signal. These customizable settings ensure that you can tailor the de-essing process to suit the specific needs of your mix.
This update introduces several important improvements to Sybilla Pro, addressing user feedback and making the plugin more compatible with modern systems and workflows:
Added Apple Silicon M1 Support: The inclusion of support for the Apple Silicon M1 chips ensures that Sybilla Pro runs smoothly on the latest Apple hardware, providing optimal performance and compatibility for users with newer Macs.
Fixed GUI Scaling Issues on Windows with High DPI Monitors: Users who were experiencing issues with the graphical user interface (GUI) appearing too small on high-DPI monitors on Windows can now enjoy a properly scaled interface. This enhancement improves the overall user experience, making the plugin more accessible and easy to use on modern displays.
Removed 32-Bit Support: As part of the ongoing effort to streamline and modernize the plugin, support for 32-bit systems has been removed. This ensures that the plugin focuses on delivering the best performance and features for 64-bit systems, which are the industry standard.
Sybilla Pro is perfect for anyone who needs to control sibilance in their mixes with precision and flexibility. Whether you’re working with vocals, dialogue, or any other source material that tends to produce harsh high frequencies, Sybilla Pro provides the tools you need to eliminate sibilance without compromising the natural tone and dynamics of the performance. The ability to de-ess in soft passages, combined with the comprehensive filter bank and dynamic threshold, makes this plugin an invaluable tool in any mixing or mastering session.
Sybilla Pro is particularly well-suited for vocal tracks, where sibilance can often be an issue. Traditional de-essers may struggle with subtle sibilance or overprocess the signal, but Sybilla Pro’s advanced filtering and dynamic processing ensure that you can handle sibilance with ease, leaving the rest of the track untouched.
Version 1.2.0 of Sybilla Pro is free for all current owners of the plugin. To download the latest version, simply log into your account on the HoRNet website, where you can access and download the update. Alternatively, you can use the HoRNet DoIn Downloader Installer to update the plugin quickly and easily.
Whether you’re a mixing engineer, producer, or mastering professional, Sybilla Pro is an essential tool for achieving smooth, well-controlled vocals and clear, sibilant-free recordings. This update further refines the plugin’s capabilities, making it more powerful and compatible than ever before.
With the new updates in HoRNet Sybilla Pro v1.2.0, users can now enjoy improved compatibility with Apple Silicon, enhanced GUI scaling on high-DPI monitors, and a more streamlined focus on 64-bit systems. Whether you’re a professional or an aspiring audio engineer, Sybilla Pro’s advanced de-essing technology, intuitive interface, and customizable features make it an indispensable part of your mixing toolkit. Try it out and experience the difference for yourself!
