Introducing the CEDAR icons Auto Dehiss and Debuzz plug-ins
We’re delighted to add two new processes to our CEDAR icons suite of plug-ins. Derived from our revered CEDAR Studio, Auto Dehiss and Debuzz offer the same, state-of-the-art processing, but with new user interfaces that make them quicker and easier to use than ever.
Auto Dehiss
Dehissers are prone to generating artefacts known as twittering and glugging, the underwater effect or even space monkeys. It’s sometimes possible to minimise these by manipulating noise fingerprints and parameter values but, even then, the amount of noise that you can remove before damaging the wanted signal is limited.
In contrast, Auto Dehiss removes noise in real time without unwanted side-effects. (It also retains a manual mode that allows you to fine-tune the process should you wish to.) Use it to remove tape hiss and other broadband noise when mixing and mastering, in post, and when preparing user copies in libraries and archives. Described by reviewers as “uncanny in the way it avoids any dulling of the wanted source sound” it makes it simple to obtain excellent results with the minimum of fuss.
Debuzz
Debuzz removes all manner of buzzes and hums with fundamentals as high as 500Hz, and can eliminate unwanted harmonics across the entire audio spectrum. It will track wandering tones so that the problems don’t reappear if the fundamental frequency changes and, unlike traditional filters, can restore the audio without unwanted artefacts and side-effects such as limited bandwidth or the hollow sound introduced by comb filters.
Use it in real time when mixing and post to remove problems such as mains hum, guitar buzz, and lighting buzzes. When testing it for Resolution magazine, their reviewer wrote, “the resultant sound of Debuzz eclipses anything else I’ve tried, and I’ve tried almost everything else out there. Users looking for the best tools to tackle bad sound need look no further”.
When will they be available?
Both processes are immediately available and can be downloaded via the company’s website at www.cedaraudio.com.
What’s happening to the CEDAR Studio versions?
These are immediately discontinued although they will, of course, continue to work on your system.
How much does it cost to upgrade?
Nothing. Not a penny. What’s more, if you have licences for the CEDAR Studio versions of either process, you can simply delete the old software and install the new. Your existing iLok licences will work without additional authorisation, and you’ll be up and running again within minutes.
Are there trial versions?
Yes. You can download 14-day free trials from our on-line shop. These are totally unencumbered; there are no periodic noises, no timeouts, nor anything else to stop you testing and using it.
If I don’t already have them, how much do they cost?
Auto Dehiss retails for £99 +vat in the UK, and Debuzz retails for £199 +vat in the UK. Please contact your local CEDAR dealer for prices if you wish to buy through our dealer network elsewhere.
What formats are supported and how are they authorised?
Auto Dehiss and Debuzz run as AAX, AU and VST3 plug-ins on Mac and PC. They are authorised using an iLok dongle or iLok Cloud.
For further information:
- CEDAR Audio Limited, 20 Home End, Fulbourn, Cambridge, CB21 5BS, United Kingdom.
- t: +44 1223 881771 • e: sales@cedaraudio.com
