- Publisher: Fuse Audio Labs
- Product: OCELOT Limiter
- Release: R2R
- Version: 1.0.0 Incl Keygen
- Format: VST2, VST3, AAX, AU
- Requirements: Windows 7 or newer, Mac OS 10.12 or newer
The OCELOT Limiter from Fuse Audio Labs takes a smarter approach to audio limiting, offering a transparent and punchy sound that maximizes loudness without compromising quality. Unlike traditional limiters, OCELOT uses advanced psychoacoustic analysis to ensure your mix stays clean while reaching peak loudness levels, minimizing unwanted artifacts commonly associated with aggressive limiting.
Key Features of the OCELOT Limiter
Smart Limiting with Psychoacoustic Analysis
- Psychoacoustic analysis allows the OCELOT Limiter to make intelligent decisions about when to apply limiting and when to hold back. This means you can push the levels higher without sacrificing the integrity of your mix.
- The intelligent algorithm focuses on maintaining clarity and punch, ensuring that the result is a loud yet clean mix.
Soft Clipper for Transparent Limiting
- A switchable soft clipper is located at the start of the processing chain, designed to catch isolated peaks before they hit the limiter. This reduces the workload of the limiter, resulting in louder output with less pumping and distortion.
- The soft clipper can be dialed in for subtle or aggressive clipping, adding a punchy and polished character without introducing obvious distortion, maintaining transparency.
True Peak Limiting for Accurate Level Control
- The True Peak feature ensures precise level management, adhering to the ITU-R BS.1770 standard, which anticipates inter-sample peaks that might cause distortion when the signal is converted to the analog domain.
- This is especially important for mastering and scenarios where pristine sound quality is crucial. It ensures your audio stays clean and under control even when it’s pushed to the highest levels.
Five Tailored Algorithms for Versatility
- The OCELOT Limiter offers five selectable algorithms, allowing it to adapt to a variety of source materials. Each algorithm provides a specific response from the limiter and soft clipper, enabling you to dial in the perfect sound for your mix or master.
- Noise shaping, dithering, and quantization further enhance the versatility of the OCELOT Limiter, making it an all-in-one solution for adding power and precision to your tracks.
1:1 and Delta Listen Features
- 1:1 listening: Allows you to compare the input and output signals without processing, helping you identify any changes in the signal and understand how the limiter is affecting the sound.
- Delta Listen: Enables you to hear only the difference between the processed and unprocessed signals, making it easier to fine-tune the limiter settings for optimal sound integrity.
Ocelot Series: Essential Tools for Every Session
- The OCELOT Limiter is part of the Ocelot Series, a collection of indispensable tools designed to become a core part of your workflow. These tools offer low CPU usage, low latency, and high-quality DSP technology, ensuring you have the best audio processing at your fingertips.
- The series is built for efficiency and intuitive user interfaces, making it easier for you to focus on creativity without compromising on quality.
System Requirements
Mac (64-Bit Only):
- CPU: Intel compatible or Apple Silicon
- RAM: 2 GB
- OS: macOS 10.12 or newer
- Display Resolution: 1280×1024 pixels or more
- Compatibility: VST2, VST3, AAX, or AudioUnits compatible host
Windows (32- and 64-Bit):
- CPU: Intel compatible (2 GHz or higher recommended)
- RAM: 2 GB
- OS: Windows 7 or newer
- Display Resolution: 1280×1024 pixels or more
- Compatibility: VST2, VST3, or AAX compatible host
The OCELOT Limiter offers a next-level approach to dynamic control with transparent limiting, punchy clipping, and advanced psychoacoustic analysis. It maximizes loudness without compromising sound quality, making it an essential tool for mastering or mixing. With its soft clipper, true peak management, and versatile algorithms, the OCELOT Limiter is designed to handle any audio material with precision, ensuring a polished and professional finish every time.