Is this a static change in level, based on the input gain settings, or does it dynamically adapt the output depending on the input level? If I use the limiter to clip the snare for example, but I want the apparent level to stay the same, can I just leave the EVAL button on without having to worry about it making volume rides when the dynamics change?Aleksey Vaneev wrote:This feature was removed, because you can now use EVAL to perform comparison at the same loudness level. This mode uses equal loudness contour filtering for 80 dB SPL.themossinator wrote:In Elephant 3 you used to be able to dial the Input Gain whilst right clicking - this would simultaneously reduce the Output gain - cant seem to get this to work in Elephant 4???
Voxengo Elephant 4.0 mastering limiter plugin released
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- KVRist
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- KVRist
- 77 posts since 14 Jan, 2008 from the alps
Happy user of the Elephant over here too.
Did anyone compare it to the Flux Pure Limiter V3? The Flux is said to be very transparent too. I'd also be very interested to hear what Aleksey thinks about the Flux compared to the Elephant?
Did anyone compare it to the Flux Pure Limiter V3? The Flux is said to be very transparent too. I'd also be very interested to hear what Aleksey thinks about the Flux compared to the Elephant?
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It does keep the same output level as the input, but this loudness tracking is not intended for constant use, because it has a fixed setting and may not be useful for every material. The "EVAL" is designed to evaluate the change in material's dynamics applied by the limiting.Eleventh wrote:Is this a static change in level, based on the input gain settings, or does it dynamically adapt the output depending on the input level? If I use the limiter to clip the snare for example, but I want the apparent level to stay the same, can I just leave the EVAL button on without having to worry about it making volume rides when the dynamics change?Aleksey Vaneev wrote:This feature was removed, because you can now use EVAL to perform comparison at the same loudness level. This mode uses equal loudness contour filtering for 80 dB SPL.themossinator wrote:In Elephant 3 you used to be able to dial the Input Gain whilst right clicking - this would simultaneously reduce the Output gain - cant seem to get this to work in Elephant 4???
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- KVRist
- 459 posts since 31 Dec, 2010 from Perth
Yes and to Flux Elixir, as well as Flux Pure Limiter.joeyburns wrote: Did anyone compare it to the Flux Pure Limiter V3? The Flux is said to be very transparent too.
The new EL-4 algo is very transparent.
These are all very good limiters we are taking about if you want transparent.
Right now I'm favouring Elephant, but it took a bit more tweaking than either of the Flux offerings. It was worth the tweaking though for me.
Many great limiters on the market now.
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- KVRist
- 316 posts since 1 Dec, 2012
Would it be possible to reinstate the right-drag gain compensation then, as it would be a desired feature when using Elephant as a limiter/clipper on single tracks.Aleksey Vaneev wrote: It does keep the same output level as the input, but this loudness tracking is not intended for constant use, because it has a fixed setting and may not be useful for every material. The "EVAL" is designed to evaluate the change in material's dynamics applied by the limiting.
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- KVRAF
- 5193 posts since 6 May, 2002
Dragging is always preferable with faders than with knobs. Imagine how akward the Sonalksis Free G would feel with a knob substituted for the volume fader.
http://www.sonalksis.com/freeg.htm
Elephant could use a major GUI overhaul.
http://www.sonalksis.com/freeg.htm
Elephant could use a major GUI overhaul.
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With all due respect, this is not a common request among registered users. I guess, there is practically a marginal difference between Voxengo knobs and faders since knobs technically behave as faders - you drag them up and down (circular adjustment is possible, but is not used frequently and is disabled by default).electro wrote:Dragging is always preferable with faders than with knobs. Imagine how akward the Sonalksis Free G would feel with a knob substituted for the volume fader.
http://www.sonalksis.com/freeg.htm
Elephant could use a major GUI overhaul.
Faders take precious screen space.
And you again not giving attention to the fact that In/Thresh level meter in Elephant4 is a fader.
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- 1619 posts since 30 May, 2003 from Milan, Italy
Elephant GUI is almost perfect for me. Only thing I'd like would be a way to turn off the unused features (DC Filter, Dither, Meters), if not wanted.
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Thank you!Aleksey Vaneev wrote:I'll analyze if this is possible. Knobs have different linearity: output gain knob is non-linear.
PS. I prefer the knobs rather than faders. I like the minimal approach. Besides my eyes are on the meters (or closed) anyway, when I make adjustments.
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cool, ill check this out, thanks...Aleksey Vaneev wrote:This feature was removed, because you can now use EVAL to perform comparison at the same loudness level. This mode uses equal loudness contour filtering for 80 dB SPL.themossinator wrote:In Elephant 3 you used to be able to dial the Input Gain whilst right clicking - this would simultaneously reduce the Output gain - cant seem to get this to work in Elephant 4???
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- KVRAF
- 5193 posts since 6 May, 2002
elaborate. Elephant's aim is uncolored brickwall limiting and the new V4 algorithm is at the top of the competitive heap.mikedw wrote:I like sonnox more.
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- 16190 posts since 22 Nov, 2000 from Southern California
Apples and oranges. The Sonnox has a very specific and defined sound. If you need that sound, it's the perfect limiter for you. If you need something more transparent, Elephant would be better. Personally, I find uses for both.mikedw wrote:I like sonnox more.
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- KVRian
- 1272 posts since 23 Sep, 2008 from Germany
Hi Aleksey,
after reading this thread I think it would be great if you add more presets to elephant. Maybe genre specific, like rock, pop, edm..... . All as a starting point.
Thanks and greets
Marek
after reading this thread I think it would be great if you add more presets to elephant. Maybe genre specific, like rock, pop, edm..... . All as a starting point.
Thanks and greets
Marek