The perceived frequency balance of your mix changes dramatically with playback volume. APU TrueGain is a utility designed to address this fundamental challenge by applying precise, frequency-compensated gain based on established equal-loudness contours like ISO 226.
To ensure its perceptual modeling is accurate, TrueGain features a straightforward calibration process that aligns the plug-in with the true Sound Pressure Level at your listening position. Using any standard SPL meter, you can match the plug-in to your physical environment, ensuring all loudness simulations are precise and repeatable.
Its two primary workflows are:
- Compensated Gain Staging: Apply gain adjustments that maintain the perceived tonal balance of your source audio.
- Translation Checking: Without changing your monitor volume, use the target SPL parameter to accurately simulate how your mix sounds at different levels-from quiet home listening to loud club playback.
A comprehensive, real-time spectral analyzer provides clear visual feedback on your source, target, and output signals throughout the process.
Note: Existing customers can request a discount code using the support beacon on the bottom-right.
System requirements: macOS 10.14 (x64, ARM), Windows 10 (x86, x64), OpenGL 3.2.
Supported software formats: Standalone application, VST, AU, AAX (Pro Tools 11+).