Sub Cut by Iceberg Audio low-cut EQ plugin interface

Sub Cut: Low-Cut Sub-Bass EQ Plugin by Iceberg Audio Free Download

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Sub Cut is an Iceberg Audio plugin that applies precise low cuts below 220Hz. It removes unwanted sub-bass or clears space when you layer bass sounds, with an AUTO mode that follows the notes of your source material.

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01Overview

Sub Cut focuses on the lowest part of the frequency range. Its filters are tuned for 220Hz and below, so the cut is meant to sit in the low end without thinning out the rest of the sound. You can use it to remove sub-bass that is not doing useful work, or to make room when two bass sounds compete. It is available as a VST3, AU and AAX plugin on Windows and macOS.

Best for

Sub-bass cleanup
Layered bass arrangements
Low-end mix clearing
Bass note-following cuts
Mix problem frequency isolation

Developer: Iceberg Audio
Category: EQ
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Precise low cuts applied below 220Hz
AUTO mode that follows the notes of your source
Fast, Default and Slow AUTO response settings
Three selectable roll-off frequencies
Cutoff selection by note, for example G2
Click-to-flip test tones while adjusting the cut
64-bit plugin for Windows and macOS
Internet connection required for activation

03In depth

Automatic and manual low-end cutting

In AUTO mode, Sub Cut analyses the incoming audio in real time and follows the notes of the source material. The cutoff moves to remove as much low-frequency energy as possible. Iceberg Audio offers Fast, Default and Slow settings so you can match the response to how quickly your material changes.

If you prefer manual control, you can choose from three roll-off frequencies. You can also select cutoffs by note, such as G2, so the roll-off starts only below that pitch. This helps keep the musical content of a bass line intact while removing the unwanted low end beneath it.

Testing the cut with test tones

Clicking the waveform lets you switch quickly between your audio and test tones while you adjust the cut. This makes it easier to hear exactly which low frequencies are being removed. The developer describes the filters as designed to sound accurate to musical ears and to leave the remaining material clean.

The plugin can also be used to isolate problematic frequencies in a mix or in your studio setup.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Iceberg Audio
Type	Plugin
Category	EQ
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit
Free trial	Yes

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Sub Cut support?

Sub Cut is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. Note that the system requirements list states VST2 formats are not available.

What operating systems does Sub Cut run on?

Sub Cut runs on Windows and macOS. The listed requirements are Windows 10 and higher and macOS 10.10 and higher, both 64-bit only.

Does Sub Cut need an internet connection?

Yes. An internet connection is required for activation. One licence covers all of your computers.

What do I need to use Sub Cut?

You need a supported DAW such as Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic, Cubase or Studio One, running on Windows 10 or later or macOS 10.10 or later in 64-bit.