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PSP MasterComp

4.7 (107 Reviews)
$25.00 $199.00

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Product information

PSP MasterComp is a high fidelity stereo dynamics processor (plug-in VST, RTAS and AAX for Windows; AudioUnit, AAX, RTAS, VST for Mac OSX Universal Binary). Its double-precision (64-bit floating point) and double-sampled (FAT - Frequency Authentication Technique) processing offers transparency even at extreme compression settings and high sample rates.

PSP MasterComp installer includes two version of the plug-in:
  • PSP MasterComp - which is mainly designed for mastering compression and expansion and
  • PSP MicroComp - disgined for using on buses and track processing during mixing.

Features:

PSP MasterComp

  • Total high frequency transparency thanks to double sampled processing (excluding output limiter)
  • Low distortion due to our optional Smooth Level Detector algorithm
  • Optional automatic attack and release times
  • Wide range of controls dedicated for mastering purposes
  • Over threshold compression and expansion
  • Advanced side chain filtering, channel linking and compression tilting controls
  • Mix control to allow fine blending between the processed and clean signal
  • Optional high quality brick wall output limiter with automatic release time
  • Advanced PPM/VU meters with contextual readings and adjustable parameters
  • Selectable channel processing: Mid, Side, Left, Right or Stereo

PSP MicroComp

  • Simple and effective control layout.
  • CPU efficient algorithm optimized for mixing purposes.
  • Low distortion thanks to optional Smooth Level Detector algorithm
  • Optional automatic release time
  • Wide range of controls dedicated for mixing purposes
  • Over threshold compression and expansion
  • Basic side chain filtering and channel linking controls
  • Advanced PPM/VU meters with contextual readings and adjustable operation parameters

Applications:

  • Controlling or revitalizing the dynamics of a final mix during mastering.
  • Controlling or revitalizing dynamics of a signal of main tracks, groups and entire mix during mixing.
  • Providing classic analog-like smooth compression.
  • Revitalization of transients.

System Requirements

In order to run PSP L'otary2 in 30-day trial mode or activate it, you need an iLok user ID which you can create for free at www.ilok.com, and you need to install the free iLok License Manager application but you don't need any hardware dongle.

You can activate the license in 3 separate locations, each of which can be either a computer or an iLok dongle (2nd generation or above). You can move these licenses at any time using PACE's iLok License Manager software.

PC

VST3:

  • Windows 7 – Windows 11
  • 64-bit VST3 compatible application

VST:

  • Windows 7 – Windows 11
  • 64-bit VST compatible application

AAX:

  • Windows 7 – Windows 11

  • Pro Tools

All DAWs:

  • The latest iLok License Manager application installed 

Mac OS X:

Audio Unit:

  • macOS 10.14 – macOS 14 Sonoma
  • 64-bit AudioUnit compatible host application

VST:

  • macOS 10.14 – macOS 14 Sonoma
  • 64-bit VST compatible host application

VST3:

  • macOS 10.14 – macOS 14 Sonoma
  • 64-bit VST3 compatible host application

AAX:

  • macOS 10.14 – macOS 14 Sonoma
  • Pro Tools

All DAWs:

  • The latest iLok License Manager application installed 
Testimonials

Alan Silverman

"In a trial on an energetic blues vocal and piano track, the Master Comp did as well controlling peaks as one of my better analog compressors. The sound was smooth and clear."

Sakis Anastopoulos

"PSP Master Compressor will deliver sonic results that won't compromise musicality and will retain transparency during signal processing"

Product Reviews
Emusician Review: PSP Audioware MasterComp

PSP MasterComp for Windows from PSP is a VST, DirectX, and RTAS compatible compressor plug-in. The stereo-mono MasterComp has a 64-bit floating-point engine and double-sampled processing that PSP calls FAT (Frequency Authentication Technique), which is designed to operate transparently even at ex...

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PSP Audioware MasterComp review at Music Radar

MasterComp is exactly what its name suggests: a high-quality stereo compressor and expander designed for mastering and other similar applications. Pros: Sounds great. Well laid out. Fantastic features. Good value. Cons: Sketchy manual. Guzzles CPU. Still not as good ...

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Installation Instructions

Please Note: PSP VintageWarmer2 is used as an example.

Activation

1. Visit the PSP Registration Centre and create/log into your PSPaudioware account.

2. Select the Manual Product Activation link and copy and paste/manually enter the serial number that is provided with your User Account. > click 'Activate!.'

3. Your PSP product will now show up in your PSP customer account. Your 30-digit iLok activation code will also be listed under authorization (PACE). Download the relevant installer.

iLok Registration

1. Go to the iLok website and create a new account if you are not currently registered and do not have the iLok Licence Manager installed on your computer.

2. Download and install the iLok License Manager.

3. Open your iLok license manager application > click 'Sign In'.

4. Enter your iLok registered User ID and password > click ‘Sign In'.

5. Once you are signed in, click the ‘Redeem’ icon which is located at the top-right corner of the iLok Licence Manager’s interface.

6. Copy and paste/manually enter the 30-digit code from your PSP Audioware account into the available Activation Code boxes, and then click ‘Next'.

7. Select your activation destination > Click 'Activate'.

8. Click 'Ok'.

Installation

Mac

1. Open the recently downloaded .dmg file to begin the installation.

2. Click 'Continue'.

3. Click 'Continue'.

4. Click 'Continue'.

5. Click 'Agree'.

6. Click 'Continue'.

7. Click 'Install'.

8. Click 'Close'.

9. Open your DAW > Open your newly installed software.

Your software is now activated and ready to use.

PC

1. Open the recently downloaded .exe file to begin the installation.

2. Click 'Next >'.

3. Select 'I Accept the Agreement' > Click 'Next'.

4. Click 'Next >'.

5. Click 'Next'.

6. Click 'Next'.

7. Click 'Next' to begin the installation.

8. Click 'Finish'.

9. Open your DAW > Open your newly installed software.

Your software is now activated and ready to use.

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