FabFilter Pro-MB - Multiband Compressor

Powerful and intuitive

Multiband compression and expansion are powerful tools, but notoriously difficult to set up and control. Enter FabFilter Pro-MB: making multiband dynamics processing intuitive yet powerful at the same time.

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FabFilter Pro-MB is hands down the most versatile multi-band dynamics processor ever. I love it!

— Dana Nielsen (Grammy-nominated mixer, engineer and producer)

A new approach

Instead of conventionally splitting the entire spectrum with crossovers, Pro-MB enables you to directly create a new band at the frequency range you want to work on. Think bands, not crossovers.

The interactive multiband display clearly shows that the rest of the spectrum stays untouched. And if desired, you can easily snap bands together to recreate a traditional crossover system.

Lifesaver and timesaver

FabFilter Pro-MB introduces a unique Dynamic Phase processing mode. It has virtually the same frequency response as traditional multiband processing, but doesn't introduce latency or pre-ringing, and only introduces minor phase changes when the gain actually changes. Of course, we have also included an excellent Linear Phase mode and a traditional Minimum Phase mode.

The powerful combination of high quality processing, optimized workflow using the interactive multiband display and all the expert features you need, makes Pro-MB both a lifesaver and timesaver!

FabFilter goodies

Of course, you also get all the usual FabFilter goodies: perfectly tuned knobs, MIDI Learn, Smart Parameter Interpolation for smooth parameter transitions, an excellent help file with interactive help hints, SSE optimization and much more.

Making multiband compression/expansion easier and more flexible than ever, FabFilter Pro-MB is beautifully designed and sounds superb. Verdict: 9/10!

— Computer Music Magazine

Awards

Electronic Musician Editor's Choice Award 2015

Future Music Gear of the Year Award 2013

Resolution Magazine Nominated 2014 Award

Key features

Up to six processing bands, freely placed anywhere in the spectrum
Bands can be easily snapped together to form a traditional crossover system
Handles any form of dynamics processing, from highly transparent compression, limiting and expansion to pumping upward compression and punchy gating
Unique Dynamic Phase processing mode featuring zero latency, no static phase changes and no pre-ringing artifacts
Excellent Linear Phase processing mode, eliminating audible artifacts when quickly changing crossover frequencies
Minimum Phase processing mode
Up to four times linear-phase oversampling

Fully customizable per band: threshold, range, attack, release, output gain, ratio, variable knee, lookahead (up to 20 ms), variable stereo linking, mid- or side-only processing, external side chain input, triggering on a separate frequency range
Steepness of each crossover slope can be freely adjusted between 6 dB/oct and 48 dB/oct
Intelligent, highly program- and frequency-dependent attack and release curves
Global dry/wet mix from 0% to 200% to easily scale the total effect of the plug-in
Beautiful Retina interface with unique interactive multiband display, designed for an optimal workflow
Accurate and smooth real-time frequency analyzer with pre- and post-processing options and 'freeze' feature
High-quality audio processing algorithms with 64-bit internal processing where needed
Band solo/mute and bypass options
Precise output metering
GPU-powered graphics acceleration
Double-click text entry of parameter values
Stereo and mono plug-ins available
Supports common Pro Tools hardware control surfaces
MIDI Learn
Undo/redo and A/B comparison
Smart Parameter Interpolation
Sample-accurate automation of all parameters
Extensive help file with interactive help hints
Available in VST, VST3, Audio Units, AAX Native and AudioSuite formats (all both 64-bit and 32-bit)

FabFilter Pro-MB multiband dynamics tutorial

Downward expansion
Upward compression
Downward compression

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The excellent visual feedback [in FabFilter Pro-MB] combined with the Dynamic Phase mode mean you can make accurate adjustments that sound natural and transparent, whether you’re working on a single instrument channel or mastering an entire track. Verdict: 10/10!

MusicTech Magazine (MT131)

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