Gullfoss Plugin Price

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Cableguysis a plugin developer that specializes in tools for music production and sound design. Their flagship product, Shaperbox, is one of the most feature-packed multi-effect plugins out there. A few weeks ago, they even dropped a new module called Reverbshaper for ShaperBox.

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Employing only a handful of controls, this easy-to-use tool is capable of changing its optimum frequency response over 300 times per second while preserving the integrity of the original signal. There are truly no audible artifacts or issues of sound degradation, despite these highly dynamic equalization changes.

Positive numbers increase the preference to Recover, and negative numbers increase the preference to Tame. The Brighten parameter only is in effect if Tame or Recover are set to a non-zero value. It then helps dictate the Tame and Recover decisions needed to achieve the desired brightness. It can help to compensate for any perceived loss of high end in the process, or it can help to adjust for the high end expectations of different genres. A negative percentage will sound darker and a positive percentage will sound brighter.

The Boost parameter simulates a change in frequency balance as the listening volume changes, emphasizing bass and reducing midrange frequencies when increased. This produces a similar effect to that of the Fletcher-Munson curve, however Soundtheory describes their model as more advanced and not actually based on Fletcher-Munson. This is a particularly unique control for manipulating perceived loudness.

In addition to these 5 primary parameters, an output gain adjustment is provided at the bottom of the right-side output section. Impressive metering will help you better understand what Gullfoss is doing by providing valuable visual feedback. On the left is a +/-24dB scale that displays if Tame or Recover is in effect, and the amount that it is working. Positive values display the amount of Recover, and negative values display the amount of Tame. At the bottom (just above the amplitude meters) is a horizontal meter that displays how the current processing is affecting the brightness of a signal. The primary graph display shows how Tame and Recover are working across the frequency spectrum.

An interesting additional feature of this display is the frequency limit markers. While many will use Gullfoss for mastering and its full spectrum benefits, you can restrict what frequencies will be affected with these two limit markers. This is perfect for implementation in a mix to address specific issues and still retain elements you like.

If the bottom end frequencies of a vocal stem sound right to you but the top end frequencies are harsh on certain layers, you could define the area for Gullfoss to address with the limit markers and still keep the rest of the spectrum unaffected. This example highlights that Gullfoss is much more than a plugin for your master chain. With its unique set of parameters and technology under the hood, this plugin has limitless potential for powerful unadvertised use.

I found use for Gullfoss in a wide variety of mix scenarios. I used the Boost to my advantage in a mix recently which had a thin and harsh sounding drum loop. I pushed this parameter until the bottom filled out and the mids were put in check, and my problem was solved.

The same mix had an acoustic guitar with some harsh fret noise. I used the frequency limit markers to define the harsh region, pushed Tame until it felt smooth, and then compensated with a little bit of the Brighten parameter. I employed a similar technique in a different mix working with live cymbals that needed to be controlled but still present.

Overall in my time researching and experimenting with Gullfoss, it has become clear to me that this is a tool with massive benefits for audio professionals across many different fields. In the music space alone, producers, mixers, and mastering engineers all stand to benefit.

Priced at $199, Gullfoss may not be suitable for the hobbyist on a budget who may have less of a concern for high-quality sound. However, the price is certainly justifiable to someone making a living in audio who needs to turn out pro results quickly.

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