Description
Overview
The Lurssen Mastering Console is a groundbreaking mastering tool developed by IK Multimedia in collaboration with Gavin Lurssen and Reuben Cohen of the multi-Grammy Award-winning Lurssen Mastering, Inc. in Los Angeles. This software puts a lifetime of professional mastering expertise at your fingertips, recreating the “whole is greater than the sum of its parts” philosophy used by one of the world’s most sought-after mastering facilities.
Designed to provide a streamlined, professional workflow, the console integrates a top-of-the-line mastering processor chain. It is meticulously tweaked to reflect the actual settings and secret techniques used in the studio to polish hip-hop, rock, pop, and other contemporary genres, allowing you to achieve commercial-grade masters whether you are working in a professional studio or on the go.
Key Details
- Professional Pedigree: Developed with Gavin Lurssen and Reuben Cohen to emulate the exact signal chain and techniques used at Lurssen Mastering, Inc.
- Integrated Processor Chain: Features a curated sequence of mastering tools designed to work in harmony rather than as isolated effects.
- Genre Versatility: Optimized for a wide range of styles, including pop, rock, and hip-hop, ensuring a polished, competitive sound.
- Cross-Platform Flexibility: Available as a high-end plugin for desktop computers and as a standalone app for iOS devices.
- Intuitive Workflow: Simplifies the complex mastering process into a manageable interface that maintains professional sonic integrity.
Use Cases
- Final Polish: Use as the final stage of your production chain to glue your mix together and bring it up to commercial loudness standards.
- Mobile Mastering: Leverage the iOS version to refine tracks or perform critical listening and adjustments on an iPad or iPhone while away from the desk.
- Genre-Specific Shaping: Apply the specific “Lurssen sound” to hip-hop or pop tracks to achieve the punch and clarity found in top-tier recording artist releases.
- Rapid Turnaround: Utilize the pre-configured processor chain to achieve professional results quickly without needing to build a mastering chain from scratch.
Installation
The Lurssen Mastering Console is delivered as a digital download. For Mac and PC, the software is installed as a 64-bit plugin. An internet connection is required for product authorization. iOS users can install the application via the App Store. Please ensure your graphics adapter is OpenGL 2 compatible for the desktop versions to function correctly.
Compatibility
Mac (64-bit):
- OS: macOS 10.15 or newer
- Processor: Apple M1 or Intel Core i5 Processor (Minimal)
- RAM: 8 GB
- Graphics: OpenGL 2 compatible graphics adapter
- Plugin Formats: Audio Units (AU), VST 2, VST 3, AAX
Windows (64-bit):
- OS: Windows 10 (64 bit) or newer
- Processor: Core i5 Processor or equivalent (Minimal)
- RAM: 8 GB
- Sound Card: ASIO compatible sound card required
- Graphics: OpenGL 2 compatible graphics adapter
- Plugin Formats: VST 2, VST 3, AAX
iOS Devices:
- OS: iOS 8.0 or later
- Supported Devices: iPhone X, 8 Plus, 8, 7 Plus, 7, SE, 6s Plus, 6s, 6 Plus, 6, 5s, 5c, 5, 4s; iPod touch 6th and 5th generation; iPad Pro, iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad 4th generation, iPad mini, iPad 3rd generation, iPad 2.
- Note: Due to CPU limitations, iPhone 4s, iPod touch 5th gen, iPad 3rd gen, iPad 2, and iPad mini (1, 2, 3) cannot handle HD Engine realtime processing; these devices must use offline mode for high sample rate processing and export.
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: IK Multimedia
- Platform: macOS, Windows, iOS
- Plugin Formats: VST 2, VST 3, AAX, AU
- Architecture: 64-bit (Computer versions)
- SKU: 1049-118
- Delivery Format: Download / Digital License
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 (64 bit) or newer, macOS 10.15 or newer, iOS 8.0 or later
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer, macOS 10.15 or newer, iOS 8.0+
- RAM Requirements: 8GB RAM
- Disk Space: Not Stated
- Requirements Source: manufacturer or supplier product documentation (http://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/lurssen/).
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