Evertone Expander v2 effects plugin interface by Evertone Project

Evertone Expander v2: Physics-Based Upward Expander Plugin

Evertone Expander v2 is an upward expansion plugin from Evertone Project that uses a physics-based engine built on F=ma to lift transients above the threshold and extend dynamic range. It is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats.

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01Overview

Evertone Expander v2 is the second generation of Evertone Project's dynamics processor. It keeps the physics-based approach of the first version while the internal DSP has been fully refactored. The developer positions it for mixing, mastering, recording and live use, where transient snap and attack are often lost during capture. Its HiDEF mode and oversampling options aim to keep the processed sound smooth and transparent.

Best for

Transient restoration
Drum processing
Vocal dynamics
Mastering dynamics
Recording capture repair
Percussion shaping

Developer: Evertone Project
Category: Expanders
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Upward expander built on a physics-based F=ma engine
Internal DSP fully refactored from version 1
HiDEF mode with higher-precision gain-curve calculation
Oversampling options up to X8 when HiDEF is enabled
Four physics modes: Standard, F=ma Light, Medium and Heavy
Core controls for threshold, ratio, attack, release and hold
Knee and Range controls for shaping expansion behavior
Auto functions for analyzing source and proposing settings

03In depth

Physics Engine and Transient Restoration

The plugin's core is an engine based on the equation of motion F=ma. Audio signals are treated as mass, and the acceleration component is applied to the conversion to electrical energy, which the developer describes as producing an expansion effect that feels natural and musical.

Evertone Project explains that microphone recording can partly attenuate or lose a signal's original transient acceleration. The expander is meant to restore that acceleration, which can help with flat sound images, peak-frequency build-ups and masking across sources such as kick, snare, bass, vocals and guitar.

HiDEF Mode, Oversampling and Controls

HiDEF mode is the main change from version 1. It enables X8 oversampling and higher-precision gain-curve calculation. X4 oversampling is available in either state, and X8 is selectable only when HiDEF is on. A new insert defaults to HiDEF on, while opening a version 1 session switches it off for backward compatibility. Switching is possible only while playback is stopped.

The main controls are Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Hold, Knee and Range. Four physics modes (Standard, F=ma Light, F=ma Medium and F=ma Heavy) change the character of the acceleration, and the F=ma section adds Force and Damping controls. Auto functions, including Auto Threshold, can propose starting values to shorten initial setup.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Evertone Project
Type	Plugin
Category	Expander
Formats	VST3, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05Upgrades

Upgrade and crossgrade options

Option	Store link
Evertone Expander v2 Upgrade from v1	Plugin Boutique ↗

06FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Evertone Expander v2 support?

It is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats. AAX support is listed for Pro Tools 12 or later.

Which operating systems are supported?

It runs on macOS 10.13 or later, as a Universal Binary for Intel and Apple Silicon, and on 64-bit Windows 10 and 11.

What do I need to use Evertone Expander v2?

It requires a compatible host that supports VST3, AU or AAX, along with a V2-only serial license. The developer notes Apple notarisation and PACE signing.