IDX Intelligent Dynamics is a frequency-dependent compressor plugin from Waves that optimizes track energy for more punch and focus. It works in VST2, AU and AAX formats on Windows and macOS.
IDX Intelligent Dynamics is built around one main knob that adds energy to a mix. Instead of reducing level uniformly above a threshold, the plugin automatically finds the busiest parts of the frequency range and compresses those areas. Waves describes the result as more definition and a sound that stands forward in the mix. The plugin also offers a Quick Match control for balancing input and output levels, Hard and Soft response modes, a Tilt control for brightness, and a zero-latency version for live sound.
IDX uses multiple detectors across the frequency range. Its algorithm identifies the areas that consume energy without contributing to an instrument's or vocal's tone, then compresses them with progressive attenuation. Frequency ranges that define a track's main character gain relative prominence as a result.
Waves suggests inserting IDX at the start of a plugin chain, on several tracks, or on the master bus to create a stable base for the rest of the mix.
The Hard and Soft modes set how quickly the plugin responds. The Tilt control shifts the tone between brighter and darker settings, and Quick Match balances input and output levels so you can compare processed and unprocessed signal more fairly.
The zero-latency version is intended for live sound use.
Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.
| Developer | Waves |
|---|---|
| Type | Plugin |
| Category | Compressor |
| Formats | VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS |
IDX Intelligent Dynamics is a frequency-dependent compressor from Waves. It is designed to add energy, punch and focus to tracks by compressing the busiest areas of the frequency range.
IDX is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS. Waves lists Windows 10 and later with VST and AAX, and macOS Monterey 12 through Sequoia 15 with VST, AU and AAX.
Yes. Waves offers a zero-latency version of IDX intended for live sound use.
