Newfangled Fixate:Midrange

The Newfangled Fixate:Midrange is an advanced intelligent midrange correction plug-in designed to solve one of the most challenging areas in mixing and mastering: the midrange. Developed by Newfangled Audio, Fixate:Midrange uses psychoacoustic spectral analysis and dynamic processing to automatically detect and transparently correct problematic frequencies such as mud, honk, nasalness, harshness, and spectral imbalance. [oai_citation:0‡website](https://www.newfangledaudio.com/fixatemidrange?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Unlike traditional static EQs, Fixate:Midrange continuously analyzes your audio in real time and applies intelligent, signal-dependent corrections only when problems are detected. This allows the plug-in to clean up difficult mixes while preserving musicality, punch, and the natural tonal character of the source material. [oai_citation:1‡website](https://www.newfangledaudio.com/fixatemidrange?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Built for mastering but equally powerful on vocals, guitars, synths, drums, dialogue, and full mixes, Fixate:Midrange streamlines complex midrange balancing into a fast and intuitive workflow with one-click Analyze and Fix functionality. [oai_citation:2‡website](https://www.newfangledaudio.com/fixatemidrange?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Intelligent Midrange Problem Solving

Fixate:Midrange targets six of the most common mix problems with dedicated dynamic processors:

Mud
Thinness
Honk
Nasalness
Harshness
Spectral Imbalance

Each processor activates dynamically only when necessary, helping mixes remain natural and musical rather than over-processed. [oai_citation:3‡website](https://www.newfangledaudio.com/fixatemidrange?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Critical-Band Spectral Processing

Fixate:Midrange is built around a psychoacoustic model of human hearing using critical-band analysis. Instead of relying on conventional spectrum analysis alone, the plug-in evaluates how frequencies interact perceptually across neighboring bands — allowing it to detect resonances and masking issues the way human hearing actually perceives them. [oai_citation:4‡website](https://www.newfangledaudio.com/fixatemidrange?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

The result is highly transparent processing that improves clarity, balance, and separation while preserving the identity of your mix.

Analyze & Fix Workflow

The streamlined workflow allows users to:

Load a mastering or instrument profile
Analyze incoming audio automatically
Apply intelligent corrections with one click
Fine-tune individual processors if needed

Visual feedback through the integrated HINTMAP, resonance meters, and spectral displays makes it easy to identify and solve problematic areas quickly. [oai_citation:5‡website](https://www.newfangledaudio.com/fixatemidrange?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Features

Intelligent dynamic midrange EQ and resonance correction
One-button Analyze & Fix workflow
Six intelligent dynamic processors
Critical-band resonance detection based on human hearing
Spectral balance correction across 15 frequency bands
Independent Mid/Side processing
Real-time resonance meter with HINTMAP visual feedback
Learnable reference profiles and tonal matching
Midrange Focus listening mode
Automatic gain compensation and A/B comparison
Professional presets for mastering, vocals, guitars, and more
Fully resizable user interface

Applications

Master bus and mastering correction
Vocals and dialogue cleanup
Guitar and synth resonance control
Mix balancing and tonal refinement
Dense modern music productions
Podcasting and post-production workflows

Plugin Technical Specifications

Plugin Type: Intelligent dynamic EQ / spectral balancer
Processing: Critical-band psychoacoustic spectral processing
Functions: Mud reduction, dehonk, denasal, deharsh, spectral balance correction
Processing Modes: Mid/Side processing, dynamic spectral correction
Profiles: Mastering, vocals, guitars, drums, piano, custom learnable references
Listening Tools: Solo, Delta, Midrange Focus monitoring
Formats: VST3, AU, AAX
Compatibility: macOS & Windows
Authorisation: iLok account required
Delivery: Digital download license