Brainworx bx_masterdesk vs Newfangled Audio Elevate Mastering Bundle
Brainworx bx_masterdesk
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| Figure | Brainworx bx_masterdesk | Newfangled Audio Elevate Mastering Bundle |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $12.50/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 5 | 2 |
| Spec score · Audio Mastering Software | 8.1 (#7) | 7.8 (#13) |
| Operating systems | The product page lists macOS 13 through 26 and Windows 10 through 11, with Intel or Apple Silicon Macs and x64-compatible PCs. | The compatibility page lists macOS 10.9+ and Windows 10+; it says all formats are Apple Silicon compatible. |
| Purpose | bx_masterdesk provides an analog-style mastering system in one plugin, designed to help musicians master their own material. | The bundle includes four products designed to make masters sound bigger, brighter, and better. |
| Support | Plugin Alliance provides a support center with compatibility, downloads, manuals, account help, and a contact support option. | The maker lists [email protected] as its contact email. |
Plans
Brainworx bx_masterdesk
- CORE$14.99 a month
- PRO$29.99 a month
- CORE$149.99 a year
- PRO$299.99 a year
- bx_masterdeskPrice not published
Newfangled Audio Elevate Mastering Bundle
- Free 14 Day TrialFree
- Full Elevate Mastering Bundle$199, paid once
In their own words
Brainworx bx_masterdesk
Brainworx bx_masterdesk is a mastering plugin for musicians working on their own material. Its analog-style system organizes processing into Volume, Foundation, and Tone Stack controls, with a Dynamic Range VU meter for adjusting loudness while considering sound quality. Other controls include a mastering de-esser, compressor mix, stereo width, and Mid/Side enhancement. The product page also lists Brainworx Tolerance Modeling Technology and an extensive preset list. It supports AAX AudioSuite, AAX DSP, AAX Native, AU, VST2, and VST3 on macOS and Windows. Listed systems include macOS 13 through 26 and Windows 10 through 11, with Intel or Apple Silicon Macs and x64-compatible PCs. Minimum requirements include 2 GB RAM and a display resolution of 1440 × 900px or 1280 × 960px or higher. The plugin is paid from $14.99/mo and has a 14-day trial that begins at first launch in a DAW. Plugin Alliance also lists CORE at $14.99 per month and PRO at $29.99 per month.
Newfangled Audio Elevate Mastering Bundle
Newfangled Audio Elevate Mastering Bundle has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.