FabFilter’s new Pro-R 2 reverb boasts Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 support and IR import capability

Dutch mannequin FabFilter has launched the Skilled-R 2, a model new and improved mannequin of its acclaimed reverb plug-in Skilled-R. The latest iteration introduces various modern choices, along with multichannel compatibility, two brand-new reverb algorithms, IR import and replication, ducking and gating options, analogue-style saturation, and further.

First of many thrilling developments is the addition of Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 help. “Skilled-R 2 configures itself for multichannel codecs robotically each time it’s added to a embody channel, and specific individual Decay Cost and Publish EQ bands is perhaps utilized to any combination of channels using the model new Audio system panel,” says the mannequin.

There’s moreover a model new Embody Settings panel that permits you to stability the relative ranges of every reverb parameter.

The Skilled-R 2 expands on the clear, pure sound of Skilled-R with two new reverb algorithms that ship numerous retro flavours to mixes. ‘Basic’ is impressed by primary digital reverb fashions of the ’80s and ’90s, and is the go-to for prolonged, shiny hyper-real spatial ambiences, whereas ‘Plate’ replicates the sound and character of basic plate reverb.

Fanfilter has moreover included a Ducking administration for patrons to separate their dry and moist alerts. With the Skilled-R 2, you’ll be capable to dial in density and saturation with the Thickness knob; get your Phil Collins on with the tempo-syncable Auto Gate; and seize and preserve the tail indefinitely with a click on on of the Freeze button.

Completely different useful choices embrace the ability to import impulse responses (IR) and have them robotically recreated as algorithmic setups, along with a model new preset browser with tags, favourites, search and filter options, and a model new library.

FabFilter Skilled-R 2 is now on the market at $169/ £144, supporting every House home windows and macOS in VST and VST 3, Audio Fashions, AAX, and AudioSuite plug-in codecs.

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