Wes Audio ngOmniBox — an analogue processor for mixing and mastering

Wes Audio has released a versatile stereo mastering processor that combines a complete analogue final-processing chain with digital control.

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The 2U rack device has a fully analogue signal path, Total Recall for instant settings recall, and parameter automation directly from a DAW through VST, AAX and AU plugins. The ngOmniBox contains five independent processing sections, each of which can be enabled or fully bypassed: a two-band passive inductor equalizer, a stereo bus compressor with flexible timing and parallel compression, a harmonic saturator, an analogue clipper and a Stereo Width module. The equalizer and compressor can also change places in the signal chain.

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Other features include an adjustable input high-pass filter, plus stereo input and output inserts that operate in stereo or Mid/Side mode for connecting external rack equipment. An A/B/C system instantly compares three independent settings configurations. A full-colour front-panel LCD shows current settings clearly, while USB and Ethernet provide remote software control on macOS and Windows.

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Wes Audio ngOmniBox is available for $4,000.