Mastering The Mix REFERENCE 2

REFERENCE 2 is a game - changing audio plugin that brings you closer to the sound of your favorite music. It equips you with essential tools and insights to make your productions mirror your reference tracks. Compare your mix or master with up to 12 reference tracks and set multiple loops for quick section - by - section comparisons. Instantly and precisely match the loudness of your track and references, a key step for a fair comparison and informed sound - shaping decisions. Get visual and actionable insights to easily match the true peak, loudness, EQ balance, punch, and stereo width of reference tracks. It also includes the REFSEND source plugin to bypass FX chains for loudness - matched A/B comparisons. Widely loved by users, this plugin is a must - have for efficient creation of pro - sounding music.

Using REFERENCE 2 is easy. First, load up to 12 reference tracks and create loops to compare different parts of your track with the references. When you start, use the loudness - matching feature to ensure a fair comparison between your track and the references. This helps you make better decisions on how to shape your sound. As you work, keep an eye on the visual insights. They'll show you how your track's true peak, loudness, EQ balance, punch, and stereo width stack up against the reference tracks. If you want to do A/B comparisons, use the REFSEND plugin to bypass entire FX chains. Just remember to save your work regularly. There aren't any special maintenance steps for this plugin, but make sure your software is up - to - date for the best performance. Keep REFERENCE 2 open during your music - making sessions, and it'll help you create professional - sounding music in no time.