Mix Monolith by AYAIC automatic mixing plugin interface

Mix Monolith: Automatic Mixing Plugin by AYAIC

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Mix Monolith is an automatic mixing plugin from AYAIC that levels tracks, buss groups, FX channels and the master fader using level-planes. It is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats.

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01Overview

Mix Monolith is designed to balance a mix quickly across every level of a session. You can place individual Monoliths on tracks, buss groups, FX channels or the master fader, and they work together as a single system. The developer describes its approach as a way to reach a balanced, open mix in a small number of passes, starting from a session with all faders at 0 dB. It is built for producers, mix and mastering engineers, musicians and singer-songwriters who want to speed up the leveling stage.

Best for

Track leveling
Bus group balancing
Master fader leveling
Sidechain-style ducking
Quick first-pass mixing

Developer: AYAIC
Category: Mastering
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Automatic mixing system using level-planes across tracks, busses and master
Unlimited Monoliths that function together as one entity
"All Channels" and "This Channel" LEARN/MIX functions
Infinite DUCK/EXPAND and MUTE groups
Fully automatable level-plane fader
Free mode for time-based attack and release
Sync mode for host-synced, note-based attack and release
"F" feature locks attack to 0.07 ms in Sync mode

03In depth

How Mix Monolith Levels a Mix

Mix Monolith uses a level-plane fader to set the relative level of each element. The fader is fully automatable, so you can move elements forward or backward in the mix over time instead of setting one static balance.

Learn modes let you match levels across your session. The "All Channels" LEARN/MIX function works on every Monolith in the session, while "This Channel" works on a single instance. Add as many Monoliths as you need; they all function as one entity.

AYAIC also notes that Mix Monolith pairs with Ceilings Of Sound Pro and Hyper-EQ, letting you shape Hyper-EQ to ceiling curves and hear how elements sit in the mix.

Ducking, Muting and Timing Controls

Mix Monolith supports an unlimited number of DUCK/EXPAND and MUTE groups, which helps when you need to control how sections of a session respond to each other.

Attack and release can be set in two modes. "Free" mode uses time-based settings, while "Sync" mode uses host-synced, note-based values. In Sync mode, the "F" feature locks the attack to a fast 0.07 ms.

The "Applied gain" locking feature lets you hold gain settings in place while you adjust the rest of the mix.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	AYAIC
Type	Plugin
Category	Mastering
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Mix Monolith support?

Mix Monolith is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats.

Which operating systems does Mix Monolith run on?

Mix Monolith supports Windows and macOS. The listed support covers Mac OS 10.10 through 13 and Windows 7 through 11.

What do I need to use Mix Monolith?

AYAIC plug-ins require an iLok2 or iLok3 USB smart key, or an iLok manager account with an iLok cloud session for authorization. The minimum listed memory is 4GB RAM, and the display should be larger than 1280 x 800.

Can Mix Monolith work with other AYAIC plugins?

Yes. AYAIC says Mix Monolith can be paired with Ceilings Of Sound Pro and Hyper-EQ, so you can conform Hyper-EQ to ceiling shapes and hear the result in the mix.