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So how do you go about using a processor like this? Obviously, you need the right candidate (a sibilant or harsh vocal say) that needs momentary EQ change. But most importantly you need to be able to monitor your key and effected signal.

With individual solo options for key and filter, BX Dynamic EQ works excellently in this respect. Soloing the key enables you to sweep through frequencies, finding your spot easily. But it's the filter solo that's most enlightening as you can hear just the effected part of the signal.

So, tweaking the parameters (threshold, attack, release, gain and factor) you hear what you're doing before switching back and hearing the full effected signal.

Finally, there's also the matter of the M/S processing. This adds another layer of complexity, but once you get used to the M/S concept, it's quite straightforward.

We processed a stereo drum kit room mic, dynamically boosting the body of the snare in mono and dynamically cutting its higher 'crack' frequencies in the stereo aspect. This produced a much more solid blend from a regular stereo room blend.

Turning briefly to the Boom! plug-in, with only three fixed frequencies (32, 48 and 64Hz) there's not much room for manoeuvre. Even so, it gives instant results on kick drums, and it's nice to be able to cut very low frequencies.

Summary

BX Dynamic EQ is a serious and complex plug-in, and Boom! seems to have been included as a bit of light relief. Even so, if you understand why you need this sort of plug-in, then you won't be confused by how it works.

Once again, BrainWorx has delivered an individual but brilliantly thought out plug-in that provides powerful processing in a deceptively simple manner.

Hear the BX Dynamic EQ in action: