Digidesign Focusrite d2/d3

High-quality, Multi-band EQ and Compressor/Limiter Plug-in Bundle

Modeled after their respective Red Range hardware counterparts, the Focusrite d2 and d3 bring high quality equalization and professional dynamic control to Pro Tools.

The 24-bit d2 is designed for the audio professional who requires the highest levels of performance and maximum versatility in a software-based equalizer, providing multiple modular configurations. With superior resolution, intuitive graphics, dynamic automation and save/copy/paste options, d2 takes full advantage of the power and capabilities of the Pro Tools TDM environment.

The d3 provides flexibility and versatility through separate insert configurations in addition to its highly impressive sonic characteristics. The d3 also functions in AudioSuite, providing file-based processing and conservation of DSP resources. Coupled with dynamic automation, multiple inserts and save/copy/paste options, the Focusrite d3 takes full advantage of the power and capabilities of Pro Tools.

The Focusrite d2/d3 Bundle is now available at an exciting new, low price; they are no longer sold individually.

Features

d2

• Modeled on the highly acclaimed Red 2 equalizer
• Six-band, four-band, dual-/single-band, stereo or mono modules
• EQ curve display supplies visual feedback of parameters
• Left/right controls can be adjusted independently, then linked to retain the offset
• Three different mono or stereo modules: 6-band, 4-band, and dual-band/single-band. These versatile configurations provide maximum DSP efficiency
• The d2 consists of high- and low-pass filters, high- and low-shelving filters, and high-mid and low-mid peaking filters
• Automation features, including Dynamic TDM Plug-In automation
• The d2 can be used as an AudioSuite or RTAS* Plug-In for file-based or real-time host processing, allowing DSP power to be allocated to where it is most needed

*RTAS version requires Pro Tools 5.1 software or higher

Filter Types and Frequency Ranges

• High-pass: 20 Hz to 6.4 kHz (18dB/oct.)
• Low-shelf: 33 Hz to 460 Hz
• Low-mid peaking: 40 Hz to 6.4 kHz (Q Range: .7 to 4.0)
• High-mid peaking: 120 Hz to 18 kHz (Q Range: .7 to 4.0)
• High-shelf: 3.3 kHz to 18 kHz
• Low-pass: 100 Hz to 18 kHz (18dB/oct.)

d3

• Modeled on the highly acclaimed Red 3 Dual Compressor/Limiter
• Two separate Plug-In configurations (Compressor+Limiter and Compressor/Limiter), allowing for maximum DSP efficiency in the TDM environment
• AudioSuite functionality for file-based processing, allowing DSP power to be allocated to where it is most needed
• Support for Pro Tools new MultiShell DSP sharing on Pro Tools|24 MIX and MIXplus systems
• Allows audio processing of the Plug-In to be controlled by an external track (Available in d3 AudioSuite with Pro Tools 4.0 or higher; d3 TDM requires Pro Tools 4.1 or higher)
• AudioSuite and RTAS* Plug-Ins included. The d3 can be used as an AudioSuite or RTAS Plug-In for file-based or real-time host processing, allowing DSP power to be allocated to where it is most needed
• MultiShell II Support: The d3 supports Pro Tools MultiShell DSP sharing on Pro Tools|24 MIX systems

*RTAS version requires Pro Tools 5.1 software or higher

Controls and Ranges

• Compressor in/out switch
• Limiter in/out switch
• Engage key input (side-chain)
• Audition key input
• Threshold: 0 dB to - 48 dB
• Ratio: 1.5:1 dB to 10:1 dB
• Attack: 1.0 to 150 ms
• Release: 25ms to 2.5s
• Limiting: 0 dB to -24 d