Detroubler psychoacoustic EQ plugin interface by W. A. Production

Detroubler: Psychoacoustic EQ Plugin by W. A. Production Free Download

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Detroubler is a psychoacoustic EQ plugin by W. A. Production that targets six problem areas in audio, including boominess, boxiness, muddiness, honkiness, harshness and sizzle. It is available in AAX format for Windows and macOS.

AAXWindowsmacOS64-bit
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Free trial available from the developer
01Overview

Detroubler is built to remove ear-fatiguing frequencies from a mix without relying on guesswork. The developer describes it as a research-based psychoacoustic processor that uses Fletcher-Munson curves and the Bark Scale to identify auditory discomfort. Six clickable meters around the main knob let you see and treat each problem area separately. A live spectrum display, AB comparison and undo/redo help you audition changes in context, and a set of factory presets gives you starting points for different sources.

Best for

  • Taming harsh vocals
  • Cleaning muddy mixes
  • Reducing cymbal sizzle
  • Fixing boomy low end
  • Smoothing synth tones
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EQ
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02Key features

What you get

  • Research-based psychoacoustic processing based on Fletcher-Munson curves and the Bark Scale
  • Six clickable meters for boomy, boxy, muddy, honky, harsh and sizzly areas
  • Listen mode to hear the frequencies being processed in real time
  • Live frequency spectrum display at the top of the interface
  • AB comparison with copy and paste, plus undo and redo
  • Resizable vector-graphics interface
  • Factory presets from subtle surgical correction to broad changes
  • Full PDF manual and tutorial video included
03In depth

Six Targeted Areas for Problem Frequencies

Detroubler divides its processing into six named areas. Boomy covers excessive low-frequency resonance, often around 100–250 Hz. Boxy targets a hollow, resonant sound, usually near 150–250 Hz. Muddy addresses overlapping frequencies between about 200 and 500 Hz. Honky covers a nasal midrange quality around 500–1500 Hz, Harsh targets piercing high-mids near 2–6 kHz, and Sizzle addresses high-frequency energy in the 8–12 kHz range.

Each area has its own orb around the main Detrouble knob. Click an orb to enable or disable processing for that area. Brighter orbs indicate more processing, and an orb with little activity means that area needs little or no gain reduction.

Listen Mode and Visual Feedback

The Listen button lets you hear what the plugin is removing. Raise the main Detrouble knob while Listen is active to hear the captured frequencies in real time, then switch Listen off to hear the change in context.

A resizable vector-graphics interface shows a live spectrum at the top, so you can follow how the signal changes as it passes through the plugin. AB comparison with copy and paste lets you compare processing chains, and undo and redo revert changes.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

DeveloperW. A. Production
TypePlugin
CategoryEQ
FormatsAAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats and operating systems does Detroubler support?

Detroubler is available in AAX format. The listed operating systems are Windows and macOS, and the plugin is 64-bit.

What do I need to run Detroubler?

The listed requirements are Windows 8 or higher (64-bit) or macOS 10.10 or higher (64-bit), and for AAX, Pro Tools 11 or higher. The developer also notes that Apple Silicon Mac users should check the current compatibility status of the plugin on their system before purchasing.

Is there a trial version of Detroubler?

Yes, Detroubler offers a trial version.

What frequency ranges does Detroubler target?

The six areas cover roughly 100–250 Hz for boomy, 150–250 Hz for boxy, 200–500 Hz for muddy, 500–1500 Hz for honky, 2–6 kHz for harsh, and 8–12 kHz for sizzle.

07Developer

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