Noisebud Smile v5 – Equal Loudness Contours Tilt Filter
Smile started out as a Fletcher-Munson-based de-harser, designed to naturally shape your spectrum and remove harsh elements without hurting the mix. From version 5 and onwards, it has evolved into a full-blown equal loudness contours tilt filter, merging the plugins Smile and Fletchy-Muncher into one. That means you still get the subtle ear-friendly de-harshing from earlier versions, but can now also test for harshness or add clarity and sparkle to a dull mix.
The filter is no longer just approximated. Each position of the main knob is now mapped to an actual phon-based loudness curve, based on the latest ISO 226:2003 standard. This makes Smile more precise, natural, and musical than ever before.
Demo video:
Highlights:
• True equal loudness contours shaping based on ISO 226:2003
• Merged with the classic Fletcher-Munson-based de-harshing plugin Fletchy-Muncher
• More accurate response for every knob position
• Great for quick tonal adjustments during mixing, mastering, or live use
Formats:
Mac – VST3 & AU (Signed & Notarized)
Windows – VST3
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