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
- Authorization: iLok account required
- Delivery: Digital download license
