EChannel - Audio software EVENTIDE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Channel Strip Audio Plugin
Brand	Eventide
Model	EChannel
Category	Audio Software
Compatibility	macOS and Windows
Plugin Formats	VST2, VST3, AU, AAX
Bit Depth	64-bit
Sample Rate Support	Up to 192 kHz
EQ Section	3-band parametric EQ
Filters	High-pass and low-pass filters
Dynamics	Compressor with threshold, ratio, attack, release
Output Stage	Limiter with output gain
Metering	Input and output level meters
Presets	Extensive factory preset library
Controls	Dedicated knobs for all parameters
Latency	Optimized for low-latency performance
Authorization	iLok 2/3 or computer-based license
Installation	Installer with offline help
Documentation	PDF user manual included
Support	Eventide official website and email support

Frequently Asked Questions - EChannel EVENTIDE

What is Eventide EChannel?

Eventide EChannel is a channel strip audio plugin that combines filters, 3-band EQ, compressor, and output limiter in one interface. It is designed for mixing and mastering tasks.

What plugin formats does EChannel support?

EChannel supports VST2, VST3, AU, and AAX formats, making it compatible with most major DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, and FL Studio.

What are the system requirements for EChannel?

The system requirements include macOS 10.11 or later or Windows 7 or later, a 64-bit CPU, and at least 4 GB of RAM. An iLok account is needed for activation.

How do I activate EChannel?

Activation requires an iLok 2/3 or computer-based license. After purchase, you receive a serial number, which you register in your iLok License Manager and then install the license to your iLok or computer.

Can I use EChannel in all major DAWs?

Yes, because EChannel is a cross-platform plugin with AAX, AU, and VST support, you can use it in Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton Live, Cubase, Reason, and many other audio hosts.

Does EChannel include presets?

Yes, EChannel includes a wide range of factory presets developed by professional engineers, covering vocal, guitar, drum, and mastering chains to get you started quickly.

How do I update EChannel?

Updates are available on the Eventide website. Download the latest installer from your user account, then run it to replace the previous version. Your licenses remain unchanged.

Is EChannel compatible with macOS Big Sur?

Yes, recent versions of EChannel are compatible with macOS Big Sur (11.x) and later. Always check the Eventide compatibility page for up-to-date system specs.

Can I use EChannel on two computers?

EChannel licenses support two simultaneous activations, so you can install it on your studio machine and a laptop, provided both are linked to the same iLok account.

How do I troubleshoot EChannel not appearing in my DAW?

If EChannel is missing, rescan your plugins in your DAW, ensure the plugin files are installed in the correct VST/AU/AAX folder, and verify that your iLok is connected and recognized.

USER MANUAL EChannel EVENTIDE

Copyright 2023, Eventide Inc.

P/N: 141257, Rev 8

Eventide is a registered trademark of Eventide Inc.

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Eventide Inc.

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Contents

1 Welcome 1

1.1 About This Product

2 EChannel 2

2.1 Input Invert Phase Input Meter Overload Display Input Gain

2.2 Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Input Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Threshold (TH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gain Reduction (GR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Release Time

2.3 Compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturation (SAT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . De-Ess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Input Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Threshold (TH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gain Reduction (GR) Bar Display. Ratio. Attack Time. Release Time. Knee. Make-Up Gain.

2.4 Five-Band Parametric Equalizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graphical Display. 9 On. 9 Filter Type, Frequency 9 Q 9 Gain 9

2.5 Output 11
Transformer 11
Output Meter 11
Overload Display 11
Output Gain 11
2.6 Preset Bar 12
Load/Save 12
Compare 12
Info 12
Settings 12

3 Conclusion

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1.1 About This Product

The Eventide EChannel plug-in is a powerful channel strip that provides you with routable Gate, Parametric EQ, and Compressor. Its flexible modular design accommodates different signal processing routing, its graphical displays provide you adequate precision in frequency adjustment, and its suite of controls let you generate the tone and frequency characteristics you're seeking. Additionally, through its support side chaining, you can use an alternative audio source to color the characteristic your main signal. Whatever your audio application may be, EChannel will be involved for its versatility.

EChannel is comprised of the following discrete components, which collectively or individually provide you a robust and precise tone-shaping and frequency-manipulative environment.

• Input
• Gate
• Compressor
  • 5-Band Parametric EQ
• Output Stage

Clicking the In/Out button enables or disables that particular module. Because of modular design, the signal processing sequence can be shuffled. For instance, yc can click anywhere on the Gate module and drag it to the right of the Com thereby switching the order of those functions. You can move the Gate, Compre and EQ modules to any position in the processing signal chain you wish. The and Output stages, however, are static, the input coming before, and Output co after the routable sections. The remainder of this manual describes the characteri of each module, their controls, their capabilities, their technical specifications, and tips or tricks.

2.1 Input

This stage is where the signal is introduced into the EChannel plug-in. Its sequence not be shuffled, and it cannot be disabled. The active signal is represented by on the bar input meter, from -60 dB to 0 dB.

INVERT PHASE Click this button to invert the phase of the input signal.

INPUT METER The Input section contains a large mono or stereo meter which shows signal level from -60 dBfs to 0 dBfs. This meter is stretched to have more resolution at higher levels.

OVERLOAD DISPLAY When a signal transient peaks above -0.1 dBfs, the area directed above this point on the bar frequency graph displays red to dicate an overload. If an overload is detected, the overload light will stay lit until it is cleared by clicking on it.

INPUT GAIN Drag this knob up or down to decrease or increase the input gain. Alternatively, you can enter a value directly into the tex box below the knob. It can be adjusted from -60 dB to +

2.2 Gate

The Gate module allows you to effectively remove signals occurring below the c nated threshold. To enable the Gate module, click the In/Out button to display Click anywhere on its panel and drag the module to move it to another posit signal chain.

SIDE CHAIN Click this button to invoke the Gate's Side Chain feature. Please consult your DAW's documentation for help on routing audio EChannel's sidechain input.

INPUT METER This meter displays the input signal exactly as it is perceived in the Gate's level detector, allowing you to set the Gate thres by pulling it up or down alongside the meter. Any time th meter is below the Threshold fader, the signal will be remo

THRESHOLD (TH) Increases or decreases the threshold level for the signal, ranging -60 dB to 0 dB. The threshold value displays numerically beneath the Threshold slider. Signals below this threshold will be removed.

GAIN REDUCTION This bar displays the gain reduction being applied to the si (GR) as determined by your threshold setting and input level.

RELEASE TIME The Release control determines how long the gate is triggered, ranging 1 ms to 500 ms.

2.3 Compressor

The Compressor allows you to alter the dynamics of your input signal. To enable Compressor module, toggle on the In/Out button. Click on the upper left corner drag the module to move it to another position in the signal chain.

SIDE CHAIN Activates the Compressor's Side Chain feature. Please consult your DAW's documentation for help on routing audio to ECh nel's side chain input.

SATURATION (SAT) Activates soft saturation at the Compressor's output. This soft saturation sits after the Compressor's gain control and allows will introduce a nonlinearity which will keep the output from going above 0 dBfs. This can also be used to add character to your peaky audio.

DE-ESS Allows you to de-emphasize the hiss associated with prominent "S"es on vocal signals. Toggle the button to activate it, and the frequency to the midpoint frequency that the "S"es are ing pronounced. Ranges 4 kHz to 9 kHz.

INPUT METER This meter displays the input signal exactly as it is perceived by the Compressor's level detector, allowing you to set the Compressor threshold by pulling it up or down alongside the m. Any time the input meter is above the Threshold fader, gain duction will take place. Because of this, changes in the attack or release time will affect the level of this input meter - the intentional and to be expected.

THRESHOLD (TH) Increases or decreases the threshold level for the signal, ranging -60 dB to +0 dB. The threshold value displays numerica beneath the Threshold slider. Signals above this threshold will be reduced.

GAIN REDUCTION This bar graph displays the gain reduction being applied to signal, as determined by your threshold setting, input level, a compression ratio.

RATIO The Ratio control is used to select how much gain reduction occurs for each decibel of signal level above the threshold. range is from 1:1 (no compression) up to 20:1. To create a limiter, set the ratio to 20:1 and the Knee parameter to 0c

ATTACK TIME This control allows you to adjust how quickly the Compressor reacts to signals above the selected threshold. Values range from 0.1 to 50 ms. The attack value displays numerically beneath the Attack control.

RELEASE TIME The Release control determines how fast the Compressor responds to decreasing signal levels. Release values range from 1 ms to 500 ms. The release value displays numerically ben the Release control.

KNEE The Knee determines a region above the threshold where the gain reduction transitions from 1:1 to the designated Ratio setting. As the input signal crosses the threshold and moves through this window, its gain reduction increases to the selected ratio value (below). Knee values can be adjusted in 6 dB increments from 0 dB to 24 dB.

MAKE-UP GAIN Allows you to apply make-up gain to the compression output. The Compressor supports gain values from -24 dB to +24 c. The gain value displays numerically beneath the Gain control.

2.4 Five-Band Parametric Equalizer

The Equalizer module of the EChannel plug-in consists of five parametric filter set that collectively cover the entire audio spectrum. An editable EQ curve graphical play renders each equalization filter curve individually, as well as a composite equation curve for the cumulative EQ setting. Like the Gate and Compressor module EQ module can be docked in another position in the signal processing sequence clicking anywhere on its panel and dragging it right or left.

GRAPHICAL DISPLAY The EQ curve Graphical Display allows you to edit the Frequency, Gain, and Q of each of the EQ sections 5 bands. EQ band is shown graphically by a colored dot whose color responds to that in the controls below. You can click and reach dot and change the Frequency and Gain of the associated band. To set the Q for this band, control click and drag a dot, or use your mouse wheel.

ON Each EQ band can be turned on or off by clicking ON button at the left of each filter. This can be useful for easily judging contribution of each filter to the overall frequency response.

FILTER TYPE, FREQUENCY

The following list details the type and frequency range characteristics of each filter type. Each filter type listed is available clicking the down arrow button to the right of that filter se name. The frequency is controlled by the knob to the right.

Low Filter (5 Hz - 800 Hz):

The lowest frequency filter section supports the following filter types:

• 6 dB/Oct Low Cut
• 12 dB/Oct Low Cut
- Low Shelf
- Classic Peak
- Modern Peak

Low Mid Filter (100 Hz - 2 kHz):

Mid Filter (500 Hz - 8 kHz):

High Mid Filter (1 KHz - 20 kHz):

These filter sections each support the following preset EQ values:

• Classic Peak
• Modern Peak

High Filter (5 kHz - 20 kHz):

The High Frequency filter section supports the following prese EQ values:

• 6 dB/Oct High Cut
• 12 dB/Oct High Cut
- High Shelf
- Classic Peak
- Modern Peak

Q Each filter section has its own Q settings control. These are used

for determining the range of frequencies that are impacted by each band, thereby setting the shape of the filter. The bandwidth is equal to the frequency setting divided by Q. Large values tend to create a narrower bandwidth; lower values affa a broader range of frequencies. Each Q setting range is from 0.5 to 20.0. The value is numerically displayed to the right the Q control for each filter section.

GAIN Each filter section has its own accompanying Gain control. Use these to set the gain or attenuation for each band's center quency. Each filter's Gain may be set from -24 dB to +24 The gain value is numerically displayed to the right of the control for each filter section.

2.5 Output

The final stage the EChannel is, fittingly, Output.

TRANSFORMER Model of a Transformer which can be driven into saturation. This analog model is after the output level control so that be driven if desired. Unless driven very hard, it is a subtle distinct effect which is most noticeable on signals with a lot low frequency content.

OUTPUT METER The Output section contains a large mono or stereo meter which shows signal level from -60 dBfs to 0 dBfs. This met is stretched to have more resolution at higher levels.

OVERLOAD DISPLAY When a signal transient peaks above -0.1 dBfs, the area directly above this point on the bar frequency graph displays red to dicate an overload. If an overload is detected the Overload Display will stay lit until it is cleared by clicking on it.

OUTPUT GAIN The Output Gain control can be adjusted from -60 dB to +12 dB.

2.6 Preset Bar

Located at the top of the EChannel Plug-In, the Preset Bar lets you load and along with several other features.

When EChannel is installed, a library of settings is placed into the /Music tide/EChannel/Presets folder (Mac) or the /Documents/Eventide/EChannel/Presets folder (Windows). These presets have a .tide extension and can be saved or loaded from the EChannel preset bar in any supported DAW.

In many DAWs there is an additional generic preset bar that saves DAW-specific to a separate location. We recommend saving your presets using the Eventide p bar to ensure that your presets will be accessible from any DAW. You can also sub-folders inside the preset folders, if you wish.

LOAD/SAVE Use these buttons to load and save your presets in .tide format.

COMPARE Click to toggle between two different settings for the plug-in. This is useful for making A/B comparisons.

INFO Click this button to open this manual.

SETTINGS Click the gear icon to open a drop-down menu with scaling settings for changing the overall size of the plugin.

We hope you enjoy the EChannel plug-in and put it to good use in all of your. Please be sure to check out Eventide's other native plug-in offerings for more than 10% and interesting effects.

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