UAD Powered Plug-Ins Manual v5.2 - Just Music

CHAPTER 34
Precision Maximizer
Overview
The Precision Maximizer is a dynamic impact processor that uniquely enhances
the apparent loudness, warmth, and presence of individual tracks or
program material without appreciably reducing dynamic range or peak level
control. Significant audio improvements can be achieved without the fatiguing
artifacts typically associated with traditional dynamic processors.
The plug-in uses a proprietary soft-saturation process that maximizes signal
energy while minimizing undesirable distortion and aliasing. A wide variety
of sounds are available using relatively few controls. The primary sonic parameter
is the Shape control, which can range from simply increasing the apparent
loudness at lower settings, to dramatically improved clarity, punch,
and “musical” tube-like distortion at higher values.
The nature of the source material, as well as the input levels to the processor,
also greatly affect the sonic character at the output. The Limit function and 3-
band mode enable further manipulation of signal levels for additional creative
options.
Note: See “Operating Tips” on page 302 for practical usage information.
Signal Flow
The input signal first passes through the Input control (page 298), then the Input
Meter (page 298), before arriving at the Bands divider (page 299). After
being optionally divided by the Bands parameter, the signal is then split into
the dry path and the wet saturation path. The saturation path is processed by
the Shape control (page 299), then the wet and dry signals are combined
with the Mix control (page 300). Finally, the mixed signal is processed by the
Limit control (page 300) before being passed to the Output control
(page 301) and Output Meter (page 301).
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