SA-2 Dialog Processor Native v7 upgrade plugin interface by McDSP

SA-2 Dialog Processor Native v7 Upgrade from v6: Dialog EQ and Processor by McDSP

SA-2 Dialog Processor Native v7 Upgrade from v6 is a McDSP audio effects plugin for processing dialog and vocals. It offers five bands of active equalization, a de-essing and multi-frequency compression style, and is offered as an upgrade for existing v6 owners.

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01Overview

The SA-2 Dialog Processor is a vocal processing plugin from McDSP, built around five independent bands of active equalization. McDSP describes the design as based on hardware conceived by re-recording mixer Mike Minkler. This Native v7 upgrade is aimed at owners moving from v6 and runs in VST3, AU, AAX and VST2 formats on Windows and macOS.

Best for

  • Dialog mixing
  • Vocal processing
  • De-essing
  • Timbre adjustment
  • Film and video post
  • Voiceover cleanup
Developer
McDSP
Store
Plugin Boutique
02Key features

What you get

  • Five independent bands of active equalization
  • Per-band threshold and enable buttons
  • Two mode selectors for ballistics and band placement
  • Double precision processing
  • Zero latency algorithms
  • New frequency shift control
  • Signal reduction metering
  • Mono and stereo versions available
03In depth

Sound Shaping and Active Equalization

The SA-2 divides its processing into five bands of strategic active equalization. Each band has its own threshold control, which sets the signal level at which that band starts to act on the sound. Enable buttons let you audition each band on its own, which makes it quicker to hear what a given band is doing.

Two mode selectors shape the behavior. One controls the ballistics of the active equalization, and the other places the five bands at preset points across the frequency spectrum. Input and output gain controls handle overall level adjustment.

McDSP positions the processor for dialog, vocals and general timbre adjustment, and notes that it can also serve as a de-esser.

Features in the v7 Update

The v7 version adds Apple Silicon and latest Intel optimization, double precision processing and zero latency algorithms. It also includes updated high definition user interfaces, a new frequency shift control, and new range and monitor controls.

A signal reduction metering feature is included, along with multiple process modes for different applications. Mono and stereo versions are both available.

Each v7 plugin includes two activations per authorization.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperMcDSP
TypePlugin
CategoryVocal Processing
FormatsVST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
05FAQ

Questions, answered

Is the SA-2 Dialog Processor Native v7 Upgrade from v6 for existing owners only?

This product is an upgrade path for existing owners of the EC-300 Native v7. Users coming from v6 can use it to move to the v7 version of the plugin.

What plugin formats and operating systems does it support?

It is offered in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats, and runs on Windows and macOS. McDSP notes that VST is no longer supported from v7.0 onward, so VST versions of v6 will no longer be updated.

What do I need to use the SA-2?

McDSP plugins require an iLok2 or iLok3 USB Smart Key, or a free iLok License Manager account with iLok Cloud for authorization. Each v7 plugin contains two activations per authorization.

Does it work with major DAWs?

McDSP lists compatibility with Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Nuendo, Ableton Live, LUNA, Reaper, Sonar, Studio One and other DAWs that support AAX, AU or VST3.

07Developer

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