elysia xmax 500 Series Stereo Master Bus Compressor
The xmax qube is a top-tier Class-A stereo masterbus processor crafted for both mixing and mastering environments. Designed to deliver transparency, precision, and flexible control, the xmax qube enhances the sonic character of your audio whether you’re in the studio or performing live.
At its core lies a meticulously engineered Class-A analog signal path, offering exceptional clarity and warmth. The built-in Mid/Side matrix and powerful multiband compression – separated into Low, Mid, and Side bands – enable detailed dynamic control across the stereo field. With advanced tonal shaping tools and high-end analog metering, the xmax qube is an all-in-one dynamics processor built for professionals who need uncompromising quality and creative control.
elysia xmax Features:
- Stereo master bus compressor for mixing and mastering
- Multiband capabilities facilitate independent processing of Low, Mid, and Side bands
- X-freq control fine-tunes your mix’s low end with unparalleled precision
- VariLink function adjusts the blend percentage between the 3 bands
- S-Clip knob engages a soft clipper derived from elysia’s high-end alpha compressor
- Punch setting increases the compression ratio for added thrust and momentum
- Lowmo button tightens a mix’s lowest frequencies by summing them to mono
- Smart global release makes calibrating the compressor’s behavior a stress-free endeavor
- 1-knob shelving EQ compensates for compression artifacts
- Class A compressor with a mastering-quality signal path
- Comprehensive analog metering for signal, clip, compression of the individual bands, and the soft clipper
Applications
- Mastering stereo mixes with precision and musical transparency
- Mix bus compression with tonal shaping and spatial control
- Mid/Side compression and stereo image enhancement
- Low-end management for punchy, defined bass response
- Creative dynamics shaping in electronic, pop, rock, or cinematic music
- Parallel compression and soft clipping for hybrid analog-digital workflows