10) Zooming In: Master Metering with Gold Clip
Did you know that GOLD CLIP's meters and waveform display scaling can be magnified?
The default scaling is +6 dBFS -> -36 dBFS, but if you double-click the scale …
Did you know that GOLD CLIP's meters and waveform display can be magnified for greater precision?
By default, the scaling is set to
+6 dBFS -> -36 dBFS
But you can zoom in by double-clicking the scale on either side of the display. This gives you two additional zoom levels:
+4dBFS -> -24dBFS
and
+2dBFS -> -12dBFS.
Zooming in lets you see more detail in the peaks, helping you fine-tune the precise amount of clipping you apply. Best of all, the zoom affects not only the waveform display but also the I/O meters and Clip Ceiling scaling, giving you a more detailed view across the entire interface.
Watch this 30-second video to see it in action!
Be well,
Ryan Schwabe
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11) Sophisticated Oversampling, Simplified
Oversampling is a passionate subject for a lot of people, but I believe many spend far too much time thinking about it.
Oversampling in GOLD CLIP PACK: Keeping It Simple and Robust
Oversampling is a hot topic for many, but I believe it’s often overanalyzed. Still, I wanted to ensure GOLD CLIP PACK offers robust oversampling options while keeping things as straightforward as possible. My goal was to deliver a consistent sound, regardless of the sample rate set in your host session.
To achieve this, I designed Gold Clip to modulate its oversampling settings automatically, based on the session’s sample rate. Here’s how it works:
Oversampling Rate
High - 4x (44.1kHz & 48kHz host), 2x (88.2kHz and 96kHz host)
Pristine - 8x (44.1kHz & 48kHz host), 4x (88.2kHz and 96kHz host)
Extra Pristine - 16x (44.1kHz & 48kHz host), 8x (88.2kHz and 96kHz host)
This adaptive approach ensures consistent, high-quality processing across all session sample rates while optimizing CPU efficiency. Oversampling doesn’t have to be complicated. With GOLD CLIP PACK, you get the benefits without the hassle.
You can also set two oversampling rates in the settings page; "Real Time" and "Offline".
Oversampling Type
With GOLD CLIP PACK, you have the option to choose between linear phase and minimum phase oversampling, each offering distinct benefits. By default, Gold Clip Pack uses linear phase oversampling, as it’s optimal for most applications.
Linear Phase
Perfectly aligns the phase response between the wet and dry signals, ensuring clean and accurate parallel processing.
Ideal when using the parallel mixer within Gold Clip.
Comes with a negligible amount of pre-ringing, which is unlikely to be audible in most scenarios.
Minimum Phase
Optimized for transient response, delivering a slightly more natural feel in low-frequency transients.
Introduces a slight high-frequency phase shift, which can sometimes enhance certain material.
Both options are high-quality, mastering-grade implementations, and the sonic differences are subtle. We included both so you can choose the best option for your needs—but don’t overthink it. Stick with the default, make some hits, and let Gold Clip work its magic.
Oversampling Filters
Beyond the oversampling type and rate, Gold Clip Pack incorporates a custom-tuned, amplitude-modulated downsampling filter, anti-derivative anti-aliasing processing, and advanced anti-overshoot technology. My team and I meticulously crafted these filters to ensure they deliver smooth, clean, and powerful results with exceptional accuracy.
Our anti-overshoot technology ensures your audio remains below 0.0 dBFS at all times, preventing any peaks from shooting above the clip ceiling after downsampling.
Oversampling is a dense and often over-debated topic. We chose to make our oversampling as robust as possible, while still keeping it simple. Nerd out and try all the options or just leave it at its default and let it do its thing.
Test out the different options, hit reply and let me know what you think. Or, tag @SchwabeDigital in an instagram story and show us how you are using the new GOLD CLIP PACK. We'll repost.
Happy record making~
Be well,
Ryan Schwabe
2x Grammy-Nominated, Multi-Platinum Mixing and Mastering Engineer
Downloading & Authorizing Schwabe Digital Plugins
Open the iLok app, click your account name at the top left.
Select "Available" at the top and then locate the Schwabe Digital iLok asset.
Activate the asset by dragging it to your iLok key or computer. Or, Right-click on the asset and select activate.
PLUGIN AUTHORIZATION INSTRUCTIONS
After you complete the purchase/demo process on our store, an iLok asset is automatically sent to your iLok account. Simply open the iLok app, log in, and activate the asset. And don’t worry, there is no need for an iLok key, you can activate your plugins right to your computer. Follow these steps to activate.
Log in to the iLok app, and then click your account name at the top left.
Select "Available" at the top and then locate your Schwabe Digital iLok asset.
Activate the asset by dragging it to your iLok key or computer. Or, right-click on the asset and select activate.
Thats it, you are now activated. Download, install and open your DAW of choice.
DOWNLOADING PLUGINS
Click “LOG IN” on the website and then enter your email address and password.
Go to the”Downloads” tab on the left.
Sign in issues? Continue reading.
SIGN IN ISSUES
Click “LOG IN”, then “Forgot Password” and enter your email address.
Click the link in your email, enter a new password and click “Reset Password”
You can now access your account.
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