Stereoizer stereo width plugin interface by NUGEN Audio

Stereoizer: Psychoacoustic Stereo Width Plugin by NUGEN Audio Free Download

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Stereoizer is a stereo width enhancement plugin by NUGEN Audio that uses psychoacoustic principles to create a pseudo stereo signal from a mono source, without introducing phase issues.

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01Overview

Stereoizer targets a common mixing problem: many elements in a track were recorded in mono, and panning alone runs out of room, especially in sparse arrangements. NUGEN Audio's plugin combines three independent width algorithms, two based on how the human ear perceives width, to build a stereo image from mono material. Frequency-specific controls let you focus the widening on chosen bands, and the plugin is built to keep mono compatibility intact.

Best for

Widening mono guitars
Sparse arrangement width
Mix shine and polish
Stereo pads from mono
Mono compatibility checks

Developer: NUGEN Audio
Category: Stereo Width
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Psychoacoustic IID and ITD width algorithms for mono sources
Linear Width mode for conventional stereo widening
Independent IID and ITD on/off switches
Adjustable upper and lower frequency bounds
Resolution, focus, acuity, fill and invert controls
Dynamic modulation with tempo lock
'Collapse output to mono' audition mode
Available in 64-bit VST3, AU and AAX formats

03In depth

Three width algorithms in one plugin

Stereoizer offers three independent modes. IID (Interaural Intensity Difference) and ITD (Interaural Time Difference) are based on how the human ear perceives width, and can create a stereo signal even from a mono source. Linear Width behaves more like a conventional stereo width tool.

Used together, the modes cover a wide range, from subtle symmetry to a large stereo panorama. IID and ITD can be switched on and off independently, so you can choose the approach that suits each source.

Frequency control and mono safety

Upper and lower frequency bounds let you limit width expansion to specific bands. The developer presents this as a way to add shine and polish to a mix without resorting to extreme EQ.

Resolution, focus, acuity, fill and invert controls shape the result further. Dynamic modulation with tempo lock adds movement that follows your project tempo. A 'Collapse output to mono' audition mode lets you check how the widened signal sums to mono.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	NUGEN Audio
Type	Plugin
Category	Stereo Width
Formats	VST3, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit
Free trial	Yes

05Upgrades

Upgrade and crossgrade options

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Stereoizer Upgrade from Stereoizer Elements	Plugin Boutique ↗

06FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Stereoizer support?

Stereoizer is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats, all in 64-bit. It is listed for Windows and macOS.

What are the minimum system requirements?

The listed minimums are Mac OS X 10.9 with 512 MB RAM, or Windows 7 with 512 MB RAM.

Can Stereoizer create stereo width from a mono source?

Yes. The IID and ITD algorithms are designed to create a stereo signal from a mono source, while Linear Width works more like a typical stereo width plugin.

Does Stereoizer keep mono compatibility?

The developer states that Stereoizer maintains mono compatibility and phase coherence throughout, and includes a 'Collapse output to mono' audition mode to check this.