![]() ![]() ![]() To quote another reviewer, “The Inflator is more about "density. There are many plugins available that make music louder, compressed, excited, colored, etc., but Inflator does something unique by increasing the overall sound character and quality without beating down or adding unwanted stuff. Once you use it - you can’t live without it. Dongle (PACE iLok), but well worth the port IMO.Just the right amount of inflator will breathe life into whatever audio you run through it! Well, the only thing you could kill here is your audio track by making it sound a bit harsh, but there is no need. A little makes things tasty and too much causes sickness and death. In my summary below, I use a salt analogy. I can see why many professionals call Inflator their “secret weapon.”.In general, I think it’s best to position this plugin at the end of the chain to avoid clipping, unwanted overtones, etc. I have read reports of users placing Inflator in various positions in their FX chain, i.e., after the limiter, or on sub-groups or the master. I mostly use it when mixing drums hits, percussive loops, bass, and vocals (just a touch). Inflator can be used on virtually anything and in many ways, depending upon the user’s workflow. It not only increases the perceived loudness, it also adds a pleasing touch of vintage tube-ish warmth, harmonics, and presence without oversaturation! It can add harmonics or remain clean, depending on how much of the Curve parameter is used. I’m not exactly sure what goes on under the hood, but everything I run through Inflator simply sounds better. Inflator by Sonnox is a unique loudness expander plugin that adds dynamic punch to tracks without crushing them into lifeless road-kill. I only appraise a product I consider extraordinary, hence the high rating. My writing style may read like a billboard ad, but my user review is sincere and authentic. *Disclaimer: I'm a songwriter, producer, and educator. ![]()
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