PSP StereoAligner2 by PSP Audioware stereo utility plugin interface

PSP StereoAligner2: Stereo Phase and Timing Correction Plugin

PSP StereoAligner2 is a stereo utility plugin from PSP Audioware for correcting the stereo image of dual-channel recordings. It offers control over phase, inter-channel delay, polarity, channel balance and channel swapping.

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01Overview

PSP StereoAligner2 is aimed at problems that appear when two channels do not line up. Spaced microphones, asymmetric distances between a source and its mics, and polarity or routing errors can all leave a stereo track thin, hollow or cancelled out in mono. The plugin includes a goniometer (X-Y scope) and a peak level meter, so you can see the stereo field as you adjust it. It is a practical tool for stereo recordings and mix repair.

Best for

Stereo microphone alignment
Mono compatibility checks
Mix phase repair
Kick and snare polarity fixes
Stereo layout adjustment

Developer: PSP Audioware
Category: Utilities
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Precise phase control between left and right channels
Inter-channel delay adjustment for timing correction
Stereo balance control for uneven channel levels
Individual and common left/right polarity flip
Channel swap for routing and layout fixes
Goniometer (X-Y scope) for stereo field analysis
Peak level meter for output digital peak monitoring

03In depth

Correcting Phase, Delay and Polarity in Stereo Recordings

The plugin gives you precise control over the phase between the left and right channels. This helps when the channels are out of phase or when you need a proper mono output from a stereo recording.

Inter-channel delay can be adjusted to compensate for latency caused by uneven distances between the sound source and the microphones. Polarity can be flipped for the left or right channel individually, or for both together. This is useful for setups such as kick and snare front and back microphones, or when a microphone's construction causes a polarity issue.

Balance, Channel Swap and Stereo Monitoring Tools

When a stereo track has levels that are unevenly set between channels, the stereo balance control can correct it. The channel swap function handles swapped channels or routing mistakes made during recording, and it can also be used to choose the stereo layout that fits best in the mix.

The goniometer shows the stereophonic properties of the output signal, and the peak level meter tracks the overall digital peak level. Together they let you check the result visually as well as by ear.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	PSP Audioware
Type	Plugin
Category	Utility
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does PSP StereoAligner2 support?

PSP StereoAligner2 is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It is a 64-bit plugin.

Which operating systems are supported?

It runs on Windows 7 through Windows 11 and on macOS 10.14 through macOS Tahoe, with Apple Silicon supported on Mac. The latest iLok License Manager application must be installed.

What is PSP StereoAligner2 used for?

It is used to correct stereo recordings and mixes. Typical tasks include fixing inter-channel phase and delay issues, correcting polarity, balancing levels between channels, and producing a mono-compatible output from a stereo source.