VISION 4X Upgrade by Excite Audio spectral analysis plugin interface

VISION 4X Upgrade: Spectral Analysis Plugin by Excite Audio Free Download

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VISION 4X Upgrade is an upgrade plugin from Excite Audio that adds visual analysis tools for owners of VISION 4X Lite. It combines four real-time analysers for spectral, level and stereo monitoring.

VST3VST2AUAAXStandaloneWindowsmacOS64-bit
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Free trial available from the developer
01Overview

VISION 4X Upgrade is aimed at producers who already own VISION 4X Lite and want the full set of visual analysis tools. The plugin runs four analysers at the same time, covering spectrogram, bar graph, waveform and phase correlation. Each analyser sits in its own resizable window, so the layout can be adapted to the way you work. Presets designed by Noisia are included, along with reference curves and a Standalone mode.

Best for

  • Mix balance checking
  • Kick drum comparison
  • Resonance spotting
  • Stereo phase checking
  • Reference curve comparison
  • Level and loudness monitoring
Developer
Excite Audio
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02Key features

What you get

  • Four real-time, high-definition visual analysers
  • Customisable and resizeable layout
  • 10 colour maps for spectral analysis
  • Adjustable frequency range and dB range
  • Freeze display and zoom-in functionality
  • Map Curve/Tone Bias for focusing colour mapping
  • DAW-synced analysis timeframe with MIDI retriggering
  • Stereo, left, right, mid and side modes
03In depth

Spectrogram and Bar Graph Analysis

The spectrogram offers enhanced low-end resolution and can be frozen or zoomed to examine specific areas of the frequency spectrum. Ten colour maps are available, and a Map Curve/Tone Bias control shifts brightness toward low or high frequencies.

The bar graph is a customisable spectrum analyser with adjustable bar count, speed and peak hold. A Spectrum Highlight feature flags resonant frequencies, and the display can be compared against reference curves for different genres. Overshooting is shown in red, and you can capture your own reference curves from other tracks.

Timing, Metering and Stereo Tools

The analysis timeframe can be synced to your DAW, run continuously, or looped in overlay mode. MIDI retriggering restarts the analysis whenever a MIDI signal arrives, which suits comparing kick drums.

The waveform analyser shows pitch, volume and timing information with colour coding, and VU and RMS meters track levels. The phase correlation meter displays stereo spread and phase differences between the left and right channels, with stereo, left, right, mid and side modes available.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperExcite Audio
TypePlugin
CategorySpectral Analysis
FormatsVST3, VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

Who is VISION 4X Upgrade for?

It is an upgrade for owners of VISION 4X Lite. The full version of VISION 4X is also available as a separate product.

Which formats and operating systems does it support?

It is available in VST3, VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone formats. It runs on Windows and macOS in 64-bit only. The developer lists macOS 10.15 or higher and Windows 7 or higher, with Intel and native Apple Silicon support on macOS.

What do I need to use VISION 4X Upgrade?

A compatible DAW such as Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Nuendo, Reaper or Reason. An internet connection is required to authorise the software.

07Developer

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