NuGen Audio has announced the release of Stereopack version 2, its complete plug-in solution for Stereo enhancement, definition, positioning and restoration. This new release introduces new RTAS versions and a completely re-designed Stereoplacer.

Stereopack version 2 offers redesigned interfaces and many new features, including switchable mastering quality linear phase/zero latency filters, detailed graphical feedback, many additional presets and a new "1, 2 Free" pricing structure.

Stereopack 2 is available now in RTAS, AU and VST formats for Windows and Mac OS X.

Suggested applications

Mix | Sound Design:

• Expanding narrow stereo spectra.
• Bringing definition to weak/hollow bass.
• Anchoring bass where stereo FX are used.
• Introducing width to mono recordings.
• Enhancing the depth of FX return channels.
• Reigning in over enthusiastic spot FX.
• Creating 'centre space'.
• Settling 'forward' sounds.
• Generating panoramic ambience.
• Adding richness and gloss.
• Re-focusing central solidity.
• Avoiding heavy EQ and/or compression.
• Opening up cluttered frequencies.
• Fixing poorly positioned mic's.
• Adding depth, width and space to specific tracks.
• Enlivening static sounds.

Mastering | Post | Restoration:

• Natural extrapolation of existing image.
• Frequency specific enhancement.
• Re-positioning of specific elements.
• Taming eccentric material.
• Re-introduction of natural ambience.
• Firmly define existing stereo spectrum.
• Avoid changing the character with unnecessary EQ.
• Neutral stereo expansion/contraction.
• Subtle blending of inserts and returns.
• Psychoacoustic sweetening of frequency crowns.

Pricing:

• Stereoizer $99.
• Stereoplacer $99.
• Monofilter $119.
• Stereopack (1, 2, Free promotion) $199 (includes Stereoizer, Monofilter & Stereoplacer).