Multiband Sidechain3 by Vengeance Sound sidechain compressor plugin interface

Multiband Sidechain3: Multiband Sidechain Compressor by Vengeance Sound

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Multiband Sidechain3 is a sidechain compressor plugin from Vengeance Sound that splits the signal into two independent bands, Low and Hi, so each can be ducked with its own settings.

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01Overview

Multiband Sidechain3 is built for producers who want pumping sidechain effects without a long setup. The plugin divides your sound into two bands and gives each band its own sidechain channel, so the bass area can stay clean while the higher frequencies take more of the effect. The sidechain can be triggered by an audio signal, MIDI notes or host sync, and a graphical display shows the effect as it is heard. Vengeance Sound includes 32 presets by Manuel Schleis as starting points.

Best for

House music pumping
Dance track sidechaining
Bass and high-end separation
MIDI-triggered sidechain
Tempo-synced pumping effects

Developer: Vengeance Sound
Category: Compressors
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Two independent sidechain channels, Low and Hi
Three filter types: digital, notch and steep
Two-band EQ with smooth FFT display
Graphic interface showing the audible sidechain effect
Main display with 8 predefined scenes
Sidechain triggered by audio, MIDI notes or host sync
32 dance presets by Manuel Schleis
Includes VPS Transmitter and VPS MidiBay routing plugins

03In depth

Two-Band Sidechain Control for Pumping Dance Sounds

The core idea of Multiband Sidechain3 is independent control over two sidechain channels, Low and Hi. You can keep the low end steady and apply stronger pumping to the upper frequencies, or the reverse. Three filter types are available for separating the bands: digital, notch and steep. A two-band EQ with smooth FFT display runs in the background, and the graphic interface shows exactly where the sidechain effect is acting.

The plugin suits house and other dance productions where a rhythmic pump is a key part of the groove. Because the bands can be treated differently, it can also be used to add movement to a sound without thinning out the bass.

Triggering Options and Presets

Multiband Sidechain3 can be triggered by audio signals, MIDI notes or host sync, so you can follow a kick, a MIDI pattern or the tempo of your project. The main display is configurable and includes 8 predefined scenes to speed up setup.

The plugin includes 32 presets by Manuel Schleis that cover pumping dance styles. They are a practical base for tweaking. The package also includes the VPS Transmitter and VPS MidiBay plugins for routing audio or MIDI between tracks.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Vengeance Sound
Type	Plugin
Category	Compressor
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats and operating systems does Multiband Sidechain3 support?

Multiband Sidechain3 is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats, and runs on Windows and macOS in 64-bit.

What do I need to use Multiband Sidechain3?

You need a VST2, VST3, AU or AAX compliant host. On Mac, macOS 10.9 or later is required, with Intel 1.5 GHz or Apple Silicon and 2 GB RAM. On Windows, Windows Vista or higher, an OpenGL 3.2 capable GPU and 2 GB RAM are needed.

How is the sidechain triggered?

You can trigger the sidechain with an audio signal, MIDI notes or host sync.

Does the license need to be refreshed?

Yes. The product licence must be refreshed every 90 days, either in the Vengeance Sound V-Manager or with an offline key file downloaded from your Vengeance Sound user account.