Crave DSP releases Crave Stereo Enhancer

Crave DSP has released Crave Stereo Enhancer, a psychoacoustic stereo widener designed for natural stereo enhancement with full mono compatibility.

Walkthrough Video

Overview

Crave Stereo Enhancer is a new plugin designed to make it easy to enhance the width of both mono and stereo sources. It’s intended for use in mixing and mastering, with a focus on maintaining a natural sound and ensuring full mono compatibility.

Stereo Processing

Crave Stereo Enhancer operates exclusively on the side channel, preserving the original mono content. This allows you to add width to both mono and stereo sources while maintaining mono compatibility and a natural sound.

Transient and Frequency Control

To help maintain clarity, the plugin includes multiband transient suppression, which reduces the impact of transients within the widening effect. A low-cut filter allows you to exclude low frequencies from stereo processing, keeping bass elements tight and centered.

Depth and Balance

The plugin offers an adjustable, mono-compatible delay, letting you position widened elements further back in the mix and helping tracks blend more naturally. The ENHANCE control increases only the side channel, while the OUTPUT MID slider lets you adjust the mid signal independently, giving you precise control over your stereo image.

If you’d like to learn more or try a demo, you can find more details here:

https://cravedsp.com/crave-stereo-enhancer

-- Keith