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Description

Transform your digital audio workstation into a precision tool with the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo. Renowned for their ability to display both average and peak levels, these plug-in models replicate the iconic Dorrough hardware meters. They provide a clear visualization of loudness, allowing you to "see" the density of your sound in real-time. This collection is a staple for audio professionals who demand accuracy and clarity from their metering tools. Whether you're mixing for broadcast, film, or music, the Dorrough Meter Collection helps you achieve the perfect balance by offering insights into perceived loudness without compromising fidelity.

Designed for ease of use, the Dorrough Meter Collection offers multiple display styles and sizes, making it adaptable to any workflow. The plug-ins feature fast peak response and sum and difference energies for optimal stereo-to-mono compatibility, essential for maintaining the integrity of your mix across various playback systems.

With a heritage rooted in advanced production facilities, this collection is trusted by industry experts to deliver precise measurements, ensuring your audio stands out with professional polish. By graphically displaying audio power and analyzing waveforms in real-time, the Dorrough Meter Collection not only measures sound but also enhances your understanding of it.

Key Features:

  • Fast peak response for immediate feedback
  • Sum and difference energies for enhanced stereo-to-mono compatibility
  • Left/right phase correlation for balanced mixes
  • Displays the number of overs for accurate clipping detection
  • Real-time analysis of peak and average level relations
  • Three selectable styles: Horizontal, Vertical, and Arc
  • Switchable display sizes and styles for customizable interface
  • 40dB scale in 1dB steps for detailed metering
  • Mono and stereo components for versatile application

Product specs

Software Type Meter
Platform Mac, PC
Upgrade/Full Full
Download/Boxed Download
Bit Depth 64-bit
Format AAX Native, VST, AU, AudioSuite, SoundGrid
Hardware Requirements - Mac Intel Core i7 or higher (M1 support), 8GB RAM minimum
Hardware Requirements - PC Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-core or higher (AVX required), 8GB RAM minimum
OS Requirements - Mac macOS 10.15.7 or later
OS Requirements - PC Windows 10 or later (21H2), 64-bit

FAQs

What is the primary function of the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo?

The Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo provides accurate loudness metering by displaying both peak and average levels simultaneously, helping users maintain optimal audio levels during mixing and mastering.

Is the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo compatible with my DAW?

The Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo is compatible with most major DAWs, supporting formats such as AAX Native, VST, AU, AudioSuite, and SoundGrid.

What are the system requirements for running the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo on a Mac?

To run the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo on a Mac, you need macOS 10.15.7 or later, an Intel Core i7 processor or higher (M1 support), and at least 8GB of RAM.

Can I use the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo on a PC?

Yes, the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo can be used on a PC with Windows 10 or later (21H2), an Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-core processor or higher (AVX required), and at least 8GB of RAM.

How does the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo help in audio production?

The Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo aids audio production by providing precise loudness metering, ensuring that audio levels are consistent and within desired ranges, which is crucial for professional mixing and mastering.

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Features and functionality

  • The Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo uses an RMS B-weighted system for audio metering, differing from standard RMS or VU meters.

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  • The Waves Dorrough Meter plugin allows users to adjust the reference scale to fit both analog and digital sources, offering flexibility in metering.

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Comparisons

  • Dorrough meters show different levels compared to Klanghelm VUMT, especially with bass drums, suggesting a unique weighting system not easily matched by other meter settings.

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Software and compatibility

  • Dorrough meters can match Klanghelm's B-weighted setting for kick drums, but align better with C-weighting when using pink noise, indicating variable performance based on input type.

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  • Users find the Waves Dorrough Meter helpful as a secondary metering tool in Logic, providing an alternative perspective to the DAW's built-in meters.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Dorrough meter was a precursor to LUFS meters, serving as a loudness meter, providing historical context for its application in audio engineering.

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  • It's recommended to use the Waves Dorrough Meter plugin on the stereo bus in Logic for a clearer visual representation of peak and RMS metering simultaneously.

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User experience

  • Some users appreciate the familiarity and visual clarity of the Dorrough meters, noting they help in understanding RMS/Peak readings better than Logic's native system.

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See how Netsky uses Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo

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See how Dave Clarke uses Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo

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In the "Dave Clarke EMP Toolbox Overview" video on Waves.com, Dave Clarke discusses his use of the Waves Dorrough Meter Collection Stereo as part of his music production setup.

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