Balance 2

Balance 2 is a streamlined 2-band parametric equalizer built on the same core technology as Balance 5, offering transparent sound quality in a lightweight and efficient package. Its simplified node-based workflow enables quick and precise tonal shaping without the complexity of a full multi-band equalizer. With integrated spectrum analysis and real-time metering, Balance 2 provides clear visual feedback for everyday mixing, mastering, and audio production tasks.

"Fully coded DSP & GUI — optimized for CPU efficiency. No images, no SVGs, no skins. Pure signal."

Free VST3 - Windows only.

Key Features

• Engine: Lightweight 2-band parametric equalizer.

• Interaction: Two draggable EQ nodes with mouse-wheel Q control.

• Filter Modes: Low Cut, Low Shelf, Peak, High Shelf, and High Cut per band.

• Processing: Zero-latency minimum-phase IIR architecture.

• Analyzer: Dual-Layer Input/Output FFT display with toggle control.

• Response Model: Internal 4.5 dB tilt and 350 ms ballistic decay.

• Metering: Dual-layer LR Peak meters (background = input, foreground = output).

• Output: -12 to +12 dB.

• Presets: Save/Load.

• Precision: 32-bit floating-point processing.

• Sample Rates: Host-dependent (VST3).