J1000 has announced that new versions of its freeware EQ plug-ins Alpha and Beta have been released.
New features:
- Different frequency range selectors, for quicker operation and better visual feedback.
- Five selectable Q factors that cover same bandwidth as before.
- Alpha:
- Low-frequency compressor/saturator that produces smooth bass response.
- Removed exciter, to reduce CPU needs, since there are many better solutions for harmonic enhancement available as separate plugins.
- Four highpass frequencies for mid channel (18, 24, 32 and 40Hz) and continuous adjustment for side channel with 6dB/oct slope.
- High-frequency tweak at 14kHz for loudness curve.
- Temporary bypass switch for tilt control.
- Better implementation of stereo width control.
- Label "monitor" flashes when incomplete signal is being monitored.
- Beta:
- Continuous central frequency selection for tilt module with wider range of operation.
- Four Q factors for highpass and lowpass filters.
- Better saturation mode that leaves higher frequencies ("air") intact.
