Psypan 2 by Auburn Sounds stereo multi-effect plugin interface

Psypan 2: Stereo Multi-Effect Plugin by Auburn Sounds

Psypan 2 is a stereo multi-effect plugin from Auburn Sounds that combines 17 pan modes, including binaural panners, volume-based panning and creative stereo effects, in a single plug-in.

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01Overview

Psypan 2 is built on the binaural panner from the original GFM Psypan, released in 2011. The new version expands the design into a full stereo toolkit, with panning modes ranging from binaural algorithms to classic volume-based pan laws. It also includes creative modes for adding width and movement to a track. Because all of these modes live in one plug-in, you can audition different stereo approaches on the same source without switching tools.

Best for

Stereo width on synths
Adding movement to pads
Binaural panning
Widening mono sources
Mid-side stereo processing
Creative stereo effects

Developer: Auburn Sounds
Category: Stereo Width
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

17 pan modes in a single stereo multi-effect plug-in
Five binaural panner modes, including a 2-band option
Psy-2 algorithm for front-facing rotation, per the developer
Three clean volume-based modes with classic pan laws
Nine creative FX modes: Haas, Doubler, Chorus and Widener
Three M/S variants for mid-side stereo processing
Free Edition enables 10 of the 17 modes
Available as VST2, AU, AAX and LV2

03In depth

Binaural Panning and Classic Pan Laws

Five of the 17 modes are binaural panners. These include a 2-band option and Psy-2, a newer algorithm that the developer describes as producing true front-facing rotation.

Three further modes use clean, volume-based panning with classic pan laws, giving a more conventional sound when you need predictable mono compatibility or a familiar placement.

Creative Stereo Effects for Width and Movement

The remaining nine modes are creative effects: Haas, Doubler, Chorus, µ-shifting, Peak Panner, Widener and three M/S variants. These are aimed at adding width, life and motion to a sound rather than simply placing it left or right.

The Free Edition enables 10 of the 17 modes, so you can evaluate the core panning and effect algorithms before deciding whether the full set fits your workflow.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Auburn Sounds
Type	Plugin
Category	Stereo Width
Formats	VST2, AU, AAX, LV2
Operating systems	Windows, macOS, Linux

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is Psypan 2?

Psypan 2 is a stereo multi-effect plug-in by Auburn Sounds. It bundles 17 pan modes, covering binaural panning, volume-based panning and creative stereo effects, into one plug-in. It is based on the binaural panner from the original GFM Psypan.

Which formats and operating systems does Psypan 2 support?

Psypan 2 is available in VST2, AU, AAX and LV2 formats. It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.

Is there a free version of Psypan 2?

Yes, there is a Free Edition. It enables 10 of the 17 pan modes, so you can test the core algorithms before deciding on the full set.

What is the difference between the binaural and volume-based modes?

The five binaural panner modes use binaural processing, including a 2-band option and the Psy-2 algorithm. The three volume-based modes use classic pan laws for a more conventional, level-based placement.