Product Description

• Note:  This product is the Native version. The HD version for AAX DSP users is also available. The AE400 is an advanced active equalizer suitable for music production
• post-production
• and live sound. The AE400 is made up of 4 bands of fixed and active equalization. Each band is completely overlapping with all other bands and has its own Q (bandwidth)
• fixed gain
• and active gain controls. A key filter for each band allows the active gain response to be as selective or broad as needed
• based on the Q (bandwidth) control. Each band can use the input signal or selected side chain signal to trigger the active EQ response. The active EQ bands can be controlled via the response plot itself
• or from the text readouts above and below the response plot. The AE400’s active EQ response is determined by each band’s threshold
• attack and release settings. Additionally
• a ratio control determines input signal level sensitivity to further articulate how the active EQ will reach maximum active equalization – a feature unique to the AE400. Peak signal text readouts for each active EQ band’s key signal allow quick setup of each band’s active EQ threshold and are located underneath band dynamics plots. Input and Output controls
• individual band bypass
• band control linking
• and band key signal monitoring round out the features of the AE400. Features Optimization for Apple Silicon and Latest Intel Processors Two activations per license / subscription High definition updated user interfaces New presets Zero Latency Algorithms Double Precision Processing Real Time Analyzers Four fully overlapping fixed and active EQ bands Independent control over all fixed and active EQ parameters per band Selectable EQ mode per fixed and active bands Unique active EQ ratio response control Side chain support Mono and stereo versions System Requirements Mac macOS 10.13 or higher (64-bit only) (macOS 12 Monterey compatible) McDSP plugins run natively on Intel and M1 Apple Silicon processors McDSP HD plugins support AAX DSP plugin format
• AAX Native
• and VST3 plugin formats McDSP plugins support Mac OS 10.13.x (High Sierra)
• 10.14.x (Mojave)
• 10.15.x (Catalina)
• 11.x (Big Sur)
• 12.x (Monterey)
• and Windows 10 Mac OS version 10.12.x (Sierra) may work but is not officially supported. Earlier Mac OS versions are not officially supported Windows Windows 7
• 8 & 10 (64-bit only) HD v7 Software Support AAX DSP AAX Native Audio Units (AU) VST3 Compatible DAW's McDSP HD and Native plugins are compatible with Pro Tools
• Logic Pro
• Cubase
• Nuendo
• Ableton Live
• LUNA
• Reaper
• Sonar
• Studio One
• and other DAWs that support AAX
• and/or VST3 plugin formats As of v7.0
• VST is no longer supported. VST versions of v6 McDSP plugins will no longer be updated and will be uninstalled McDSP HD plugins also support the VENUE S6L systems. McDSP VENUE plugins are packaged in a VENUE specific installer available on the McDSP website. Activation: McDSP plugins require an iLok2 or iLok3 USB Key
• or an iLok License Manager account and iLok Cloud for activation. Important note:  McDSP plugins require an iLok2 or iLok3 USB Key
• or a FREE iLok License Manager account and iLok Cloud session for authorisation. Each McDSP v7 plugin contains two activations per authorisation. EC-300 Echo Collection is used as an example. Please Note:  You must have an account at ilok.com to be able to use the trial and purchased versions of any McDSP software. iLok Registration 1. Go to the iLok website and create a new account if you are not currently registered and do not have the iLok Licence Manager installed on your computer. Note: Skip to the 'iLok Activation' procedure if you are already an iLok registered user. 2. Download and install the iLok License Manager. iLok Activation 1. Open your iLok license manager application > click 'Sign In'. 2. Enter your iLok registered User ID and password > click ‘Sign In'. 3. Navigate to 'Licenses'. Click 'Redeem Activation Code'. 4. Copy and paste the 30-digit code from your Plugin Boutique User Account into the available Activation Code boxes > Click ‘Next'. 5. In the top-left corner of the application
• click 'File > Open Cloud Session' to activate your license to the iLok cloud. 6.  Navigate to the 'Available' tab > Locate your new license > Drag the license to your iLok Cloud Session on the left-hand menu. Mac Software Installation 1. Download the installer file from your Plugin Boutique User Account. 2. Double-click the .zip folder to reveal the installer file. 3. Double-click the .pkg installer file to begin the installation process > Click 'Continue'. 4. Read through the information > Click 'Continue'. 5. Read through the license agreement > Click 'Continue'. 6. Click 'Agree'. 7. Click 'Install'. 8. Enter your system password > Click 'Install Software'. 9. Installation is now complete > Click 'Close'. 10. Open the software within your DAW. Your software is now installed
• activated
•  and ready to use. Windows Software Installation 1. Download the installer file from your Plugin Boutique User Account. 2. Double-click the .zip folder to reveal the installer file. 3. Double-click the extracted .exe installer file to begin the installation process > click 'Next'. 4. Read through the information and select 'I accept the terms of the licence agreement' > click 'Next'. 5. Select your formats to be installed > click 'Next'. 6. Select a location for presets to be installed (default is recommended) > click 'Next'. 7. Click 'Install'. 8. Installation is now complete > Click 'Finish'. 9. Open the software within your DAW. Your software is now installed
• activated
•  and ready to use.

Additional Information

About the McDSP AE400 Active EQ Native v7

The McDSP AE400 Active EQ Native v7 represents excellent craftsmanship in the EQ category.

Why Choose the McDSP AE400 Active EQ Native v7?

• •Authentic McDSP craftsmanship and design
• •Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
• •Professional build quality and reliable performance
• •Part of McDSP's respected EQ lineup

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