INK

The Acustica Audio INK plugin is an advanced dynamic control suite that seamlessly merges the tonal qualities of vintage analog hardware with the surgical precision of digital processing. Leveraging Acustica's cutting-edge Acqua technology, INK functions as a unique level-dependent compander system, designed to redefine dynamic shaping across two distinct and complementary axes: Loudness and Frequency. This dual-axis control is delivered through two independent yet interconnected modules—INK MultiLevel Dynamics and INK MultiBand Dynamics—creating a unified ecosystem for comprehensive dynamic and spectral management. The plugin's core utilizes proprietary sampling and deep learning to capture the authentic, non-linear behavior of rare studio dynamics processors, ensuring highly musical results. Optimized with the latest Hyper engine, INK provides a powerful, sonically rich toolkit while maintaining efficient CPU usage in a 64-bit VST3, AU, and AAX environment.

INK offers unprecedented depth in dynamic control by structuring the signal across four Loudness Zones and four Frequency Bands, facilitating true multidimensional shaping. It houses eight meticulously sampled compressor models—including emulations of classic Vari-Mu, FET, and VCA designs—each capable of operating as a compressor or a model-true expander. For tonal coloration, the suite integrates seven matched preamplifiers, which introduce distinct harmonic saturation and character. The inclusion of an innovative Anti-aliasing Attack System ensures transient integrity, even under aggressive processing. Coupled with advanced features like continuous Mid/Side stereo control, a real-time multi-zone knee view, and flexible oversampling modes, INK stands as a sophisticated and versatile tool essential for precision mixing and mastering, offering both corrective power and analog sonic refinement. The full version is available for a regular price of €159 EUR.

Key Features

• Dual-Axis Dynamic Control: Comprehensive compander system operating across both Loudness (level) and Frequency domains.
• Two Complementary Modules: Includes INK MultiLevel Dynamics and INK MultiBand Dynamics for a unified dynamic control workflow.
• Multidimensional Shaping: Utilizes 4 Loudness Zones and 4 Frequency Bands for detailed dynamic sculpting.
• Eight Authentic Compressor Models: Features meticulously sampled emulations of classic hardware types: Vari-Mu, FET, VCA, and Limiter designs.
• Compressor/Expander Functionality: Each of the 8 compressor models can be switched to operate as a model-true expander.
• Seven Integrated Preamps: Matched preamplifiers provide unique tonal coloring and harmonic saturation, one for each compressor model.
• Proprietary Acqua Technology: Built on Acustica's advanced Volterra-kernel-based technology for hyper-realistic analog emulation.
• Hyper Engine Integration: Optimized performance and lower CPU consumption compared to previous generations of Acqua plugins.
• Anti-aliasing Attack System: Specialized circuit designed to reduce aliasing, ensuring clean and defined transients.
• Advanced Stereo Control: Continuous Mid/Side processing, Dry/Wet mix control, and Auto-Gain with Hold functionality.
• Visual Feedback: Multi-zone knee view provides real-time visualization of compression and expansion curves.