sonible smart:EQ 4

What sonible smart:EQ 4 is

sonible smart:EQ 4 is a DAW plug-in that uses AI to address spectral issues and balance the tone of tracks and mixes. Its spectral mixing tools let you group up to 10 tracks by dragging and dropping them, then assign foreground, middle, or background priorities. Any instance in a group can be controlled remotely from another instance in that group.

The smart:filter balances a signal against a Profile and includes Smoothing, Adaptive processing, and controls for its analysis frequency range. Track, Group, and Track and Group modes support channel balancing and reducing masking between group members. Profiles cover instruments, vocals, and genres; a reference track can also provide the basis for a custom Profile. Other tools include dynamic behavior for standard EQ bands, Auto Gain, Mid-Side processing, and an analyzer that shows other instances in the group.

The plug-in supports 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz sample rates and native Apple Silicon. It runs on macOS and Windows and uses machine-based or iLok authorization. sonible offers a fully functional 30-day demo after registration. Pricing information includes a $79.00 USD one-time plan and a note stating From $129 · 30-day trial.

Who it suits

smart:EQ 4 suits audio producers and engineers who want AI-assisted tonal balancing and spectral mixing across a group of up to 10 tracks. Its Profiles, reference-track option, and group controls may fit users who need to shape channel balance and reduce masking within a mix.

Limits

There is no free plan. The demo is available for 30 days after registration, and spectral mixing supports up to 10 tracks.

Getting started

1. Visit the sonible smart:EQ 4 website.
2. Register to access the fully functional 30-day demo.
3. Install the plug-in for macOS or Windows.
4. Authorize it on the machine or through iLok.
5. Load it in a DAW that supports one of its plug-in formats.

Verdict

Choose smart:EQ 4 if you want AI-assisted tonal balancing with group processing for up to 10 tracks. Its Profiles, dynamic EQ bands, Auto Gain, and Mid-Side processing add options for shaping a mix. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or to process more than 10 tracks in a group.