The Elysia xmax Masterbus Processor demands respect, no matter what format...

The Elysia xmax Masterbus Processor demands respect, no matter what format you require... Whether you choose the Elysia xmax 500-Series Masterbus Processor, the Elysia xmax qube 500-Series Masterbus Processor, or the IU Elysia xmax Masterbus Processor, the xmax doesn't cut any corners. On paper, it’s a Class-A stereo masterbus processor with multiband compression, Mid/Side processing, soft clipping, and tone shaping all packed into one box. But what’s interesting is how consistently users online describe the xmax not as a “technical” processor, but as something that simply makes mixes feel more finished, wider, punchier, and more exciting without destroying the original balance of the track.

A big part of the appeal is the xmax’s internal Mid/Side architecture and multiband design. We have been especially impressed by how easy it is to tighten low-end energy while keeping the stereo image open and natural. The adjustable crossover frequency gives users precise control over where the low band sits, while the VariLink control lets the compression behave anywhere from loose and energetic to tightly glued together. Elysia also built in their soft clipper technology derived from the alpha compressor, allowing users to increase perceived loudness while keeping transients smooth and musical rather than harsh or flattened. 

You know how some of even the greatest gear in the studio requires some rather detailed listening to notice the impact its having on the music?  That's just not the case with the elysia xmax; it's a modern engineers dream piece that makes a dramatic difference the moment it is engaged.  Some describe it as a transparent mastering tool that adds polish and cohesion, while others push it harder on drum buses and electronic mixes for aggressive punch and character.  It can be surgical to aggressive and everything in-between depending on how it is dialed in, and you'll certainly hear the energy it is adding to the mix once you find it's sweet spot.  Take the time to learn how to finely-tune it, and you'll have an all-in-one finishing tool capable of adding glue, width, low-end control, and analog excitement in one single pass.  For engineers looking to bring real dimension back into their mixes and masters, the elysia xmax is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about processors in modern hybrid workflows.

The Elysia xmax Masterbus Processor is available for purchase now at Front End Audio! For more information, give us a call at 888-228-4530. We're here to help!