Focusrite has introduced Scarlett, a professional software suite that provides a definitive collection of compression, gating, EQ, and reverb plug-ins for tracking and mixing.
Not only does it sound great, the Scarlett user interface features a Red anodized aluminum look featuring intricately modeled, life-like VU meters, setting the standard for gorgeous plug-ins.
Each plug-in has a host of fast and easy-to-use presets, providing a great starting point for processing everything from vocals and guitars to synth bass and percussion.
In addition, every plug-in parameter can be finely tuned to achieve the desired sound.
Scarlett works under VST, AU and RTAS (Pro Tools) hosts, and runs on Macs and PCs.
Key Features:
– Unmatched sonic quality from the team behind the Forté Suite and the famous Focusrite hardware line.
– Faithful recreation of classic compressors and gates, modeled on original ear-tuned hardware optical compressors, exclusive to Focusrite, Scarlett’s dynamics modules deliver that authentic 1960s Opto sound.
– Multi-modes that enable creative gating techniques. The gate can operate in stereo mode and, in different dual mono configurations, one signal can be used to trigger the gate of another. Ideal for tightening up a bass line, for example.
– Classic Focusrite EQ curves and controls. Scarlett uses the same Focusrite six-band EQ approach as the Red 2 and ISA EQs, with filters, parametric mids and shelving, all modeled to offer an authentic response across the entire audible frequency spectrum.
– Professional reverb with concise controls. Based on classic algorithmic studio reverb designs to deliver a remarkable level of sonic quality. Easy to use controls help in attaining ideal reverb sound in seconds.
– Stunning GUI with life-like port-hole VU meters. Scarlett features a red anodized aluminum look, extremely detailed metering and other visual elements from Focusrite’s illustrious recording history, making Scarlett look as good as it sounds.
The Scarlett from Focusrite plug-in suite is now available at select dealers in the U.S. at the MAP price of $99.