Comparison

BLEASS Multiband Compressor vs 42 Decibels

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

BLEASS Multiband Compressor

This audio processing tool offers precise control over music dynamics by separating audio into three frequency bands. It features a dual-stage processor for compression or expansion in each band, along with a flexible sidechain system for creative effects and corrective work. Achieve professional loudness and punch in your mixes.

Highlights
  • Multiband processing (3 bands)
  • Dual-stage dynamics processor per band
  • Compressor and expander modes
  • Flexible sidechain system
  • Soft clipping for saturation
  • Dry/wet balance control
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BLEASS Multiband Compressor is the perfect tool for injecting loudness, power and punch into your mixes, stems and tracks. Whether you are creating music on-the-move on your iPad, producing your masterpiece in the studio, or doing both, BLEASS Multiband Compressor dispenses detailed precision control over your music's dynamics. One of the secret weapons of professional mix and mastering engineers, multiband dynamics processors have various advantages over conventional broadband processors. By separating your audio into three frequency bands, and processing each independently, BLEASS Multiband Compressor ensures that loud passages and transients in one frequency range do not impact on how the other bands behave. This eliminates the "volume pumping" effect often exhibited by broadband compressors, making BLEASS Multiband Compressor the perfect tool for processing drum kits, synths, pianos and – of course – full mixes and stems. The plugin works brilliantly with other sources too, from solo instruments to vocals and spoken voice. Unusually for a multiband processor, each of BLEASS Multiband Compressor's three bands features a dual stage dynamics processor. This consists of an Above stage that senses for and processes signals whose level exceeds the Above threshold, and a Below stage that senses for and processes signals that are quieter than the Below threshold. Additionally, each stage can operate as either a compressor or, by dialing in Ratio values below 1:1, an expander. Altogether this makes for phenomenally versatile control over the volume and loudness of your mixes, stems and parts. Another innovative feature of BLEASS Multiband Compressor is its flexible sidechain system. This allows you to choose which bands will key from the input signal in the normal way, and which will key from a filtered and/or external signal. This is ideal for corrective work such as controlling resonances, sibilances and other unwanted artefacts, but is also a fabulous creative tool, allowing for stylish ducking effects and ultra-deep dynamics control. Rounding things off, the plugin provides comprehensive output level and dry / wet balance control, along with a soft clipping feature that ensures overly-hot signals don't become nasty and harsh, but instead take on a classic valve-like saturation character. BLEASS Multiband Compressor stands out for its great sound, innovative features, versatile dynamics control, and exceptional efficiency. More information on https://www.bleass.com/multibandcompressor

About

42 Decibels

Features
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42db is the companion app for the ChaoticVolt 42db Bluetooth speaker products.. Use the app to discover and connect to your compatible speaker, then access speaker controls and settings from your iPhone or Apple Watch. Features: • Discover nearby compatible speakers • Connect and manage your 42db speaker • Adjust speaker settings • Quick access to essential controls • Companion support on Apple Watch 42db is designed specifically for compatible ChaoticVolt speaker hardware.

Screenshots

BLEASS Multiband Compressor3 screens
42 Decibels3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: 42 Decibels at Free against BLEASS Multiband Compressor's $7.99. BLEASS Multiband Compressor's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

42 Decibels is free to download; BLEASS Multiband Compressor costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

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BLEASS Multiband Compressor versus 42 Decibels: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLEASS Multiband Compressor42 Decibels
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBLEASSRobin Kluit

In-app purchases

None

BLEASS Multiband Compressor

No in-app purchases

None

42 Decibels

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BLEASS Multiband Compressor free?
BLEASS Multiband Compressor costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is 42 Decibels free?
42 Decibels is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BLEASS Multiband Compressor or 42 Decibels have ads?
Neither BLEASS Multiband Compressor nor 42 Decibels shows ads.

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