EQOMP
Threshold-Curve-Driven Dynamic EQ
A revolutionary approach to frequency-selective dynamics processing where the EQ curve itself defines the reduction threshold.
Introduction
EQOMP (EQ + Compressor) is a professional dynamic equalizer that introduces a fundamentally new approach to frequency-selective dynamics processing. Unlike traditional multiband compressors or dynamic EQs, EQOMP uses the EQ's frequency response curve as the compression threshold itself.
The Core Innovation
In EQOMP, the threshold is not a horizontal line — it's a curve that follows the exact shape of your EQ band's frequency response. This creates musical, transparent dynamics processing that respects the natural harmonic structure of your audio.
Precision Targeting
Apply dynamics processing with surgical precision using parametric EQ-style frequency selection.
Continuous Response
No crossover artifacts or phase issues — the frequency response is completely continuous.
Musical Results
Preserves harmonic relationships and natural tone while controlling dynamics.
Real-time Visual
See exactly what's happening with real-time gain reduction visualization per band.
What's New in v1.0.8.1
Version 1.0.8.1 Updates
This update includes significant improvements to UI synchronization, low-frequency processing, waveform display, factory presets, and standalone application support.
Enhanced UI Synchronization
Improved synchronization between the plugin interface and DSP processing, ensuring accurate parameter display and smoother control response.
Improved Low-Frequency Processing
Enhanced processing algorithms for low-frequency content (20Hz-40Hz range), providing more accurate waveform representation and better dynamic control.
Fixed Waveform Display Issues
Resolved waveform display artifacts and improved visual accuracy, especially in the low-frequency range for better analysis and monitoring.
Updated Factory Presets
Added new factory presets including Grand Piano 7ft, Kick Very Deep, Mastering presets, and additional Snare presets for expanded creative options.
Standalone App with Microphone Access
The standalone application now includes microphone access support, allowing direct audio input processing without requiring a DAW.
Core Concept
The Threshold Curve Paradigm
Traditional compressors use a single threshold value — a horizontal line at a fixed dB level. When the signal exceeds this line, overall level reduction occurs. Traditional compressors adjust the overall output level within a fixed time period. This works well for overall dynamics control, but lacks frequency selectivity.
EQOMP introduces the Threshold Curve concept: instead of a flat line, the threshold follows the shape of your EQ band. So the center frequency is most sensitive, and the effect tapers off toward the edges of the band — just like your EQ curve.
Why This Matters
This approach solves several fundamental problems with traditional frequency-selective dynamics:
No Crossover Artifacts
Unlike multiband compressors, there are no crossover filters splitting the signal. The audio path remains intact.
Harmonic Preservation
Because processing follows the natural EQ curve, harmonics above and below the fundamental are treated proportionally.
Intuitive Control
If you know how to use a parametric EQ, you already know how to target frequencies in EQOMP.
What Makes EQOMP Different
Comparison with Traditional Tools
| Feature | Multiband Comp | Dynamic EQ | EQOMP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Selection | Fixed crossovers | Parametric bands | Parametric bands |
| Threshold Shape | Flat per band | Flat per band | Follows EQ curve |
| Phase Coherence | Crossover issues | Maintained | Maintained |
| Harmonic Treatment | Band-limited | Partial | Proportional |
| Processing Method | Split → Process → Sum | Gain modulation | Curve-weighted reduction |
| Transparency | Moderate | High | Very High |
| CPU Efficiency | Good | Good | Excellent |
In Short
Threshold follows your EQ curve — so the band you set is the band that gets dynamics. Q sets how wide that area is (narrow = surgical, wide = gentle). No splitting the signal like multiband compressors; you get transparent, musical control. Think of Ratio as “how much to turn down” when the level exceeds the threshold, not classic compression.
UI Overview
Main Window Layout
Top Section
The Top Section contains essential controls for managing presets, comparing settings, navigating history, and optimizing resource usage.
Controls (Left to Right)
- MINI Button — Toggle Mini Mode for reduced window size and CPU usage
- UNDO Button — Quick undo for the last action
- A Button — Store/recall A state for A/B comparison
- > Button — Copy settings from current state (A or B) to the other
- B Button — Store/recall B state for A/B comparison
- PRESET Button + Dropdown — Opens the preset management panel with dropdown showing current preset name
- < > Arrows — Navigate through presets in the preset list
- RESET Button — Reset current preset or parameters to default values
- SCALE RESET Button — Reset the Y-axis scale of the frequency response graph to default 60 dB range
- ZOOM Button — Adjust zoom level of the frequency response graph
Mini Mode
Resource Optimization: Mini Mode minimizes resource usage by reducing the plugin window height to 120px and disabling heavy visual processing while maintaining essential controls.
- Function: Click the MINI button to toggle between Full Mode and Mini Mode
- Features in Mini Mode:
- Window height reduced to 120px (compact view)
- Heavy visual processing (waveform rendering, FFT analysis) disabled
- Essential controls remain accessible (band buttons, bypass, utility buttons)
- DSP processing continues normally (audio quality unaffected)
- Use Case: Particularly useful when using 2 or more EQOMP instances simultaneously. Open multiple instances in Mini Mode to minimize CPU and memory usage while maintaining full audio processing capabilities.
- Workflow: Use Mini Mode for instances that don't require visual monitoring, or when you need to conserve system resources. Switch back to Full Mode when you need detailed visual feedback.
Center Section — Waveform Display
- Frequency Response Curve — Shows the combined EQ response
- Band Points — Draggable control points for each band
- Gain Reduction Meters — Real-time vertical lines showing GR per band
- Spectrum Analyzer — Optional FFT display of input/output
Bottom Section — Parameter Controls
The bottom section contains band selection, parameter knobs, and essential control buttons arranged in a footer area.
BAND SELECTOR (Left Side)
Located at the bottom-left below the waveform display. Labeled "BAND SELECTOR" underneath.
- Numbered Buttons (1-10): Click to select a band. Active bands show their number (1, 2, 3...), inactive/bypassed bands show "B"
- Color Coding: Each active band has a unique color for visual identification (matches the EQ curve and point colors)
- Toggle Enable: Double-click a band button to enable/disable that band
Footer Buttons (Below Band Selector)
- BLUESONO LAB — Company logo on the left. Click to visit the official website (bluesonolab.com)
- BYPASS Button — Toggles audio processing bypass. When active, "BYPASS" text appears in the waveform display
- UTILITY Button — Opens the Utility panel for theme, oversampling, buffer, wave smooth, bypass mode, loudness display, and license settings
- HINT Button — Toggles the hint/tooltip system for contextual help
- EN Button (Language) — Selects the interface language (EN, KR, JP, CN, ES, FR)
Parameter Knobs (Center-Right)
Parameter control knobs are arranged horizontally in the footer area, each with a label above and value display below.
- MODE — Filter type selector button (PARA, Shelf-Hi, Shelf-Lo, Filter-Hi, Filter-Lo). Click to cycle through modes
- FREQUENCY — Center/corner frequency knob showing value in Hz (e.g., "20 Hz")
- GAIN — Static EQ gain knob showing value in dB (e.g., "+0.0 dB")
- Q — Bandwidth/resonance knob showing value (e.g., "0.10")
- THRESHOLD — Dynamics sensitivity knob showing value in dB (e.g., "-20.0 dB")
- RATIO — Gain reduction amount knob showing ratio (e.g., "1.0 :1")
- ATTACK — Response speed knob showing value in ms (e.g., "1.0 ms")
- RELEASE — Recovery speed knob showing value in ms (e.g., "80.0 ms")
- INPUT — Input gain knob showing value in dB (e.g., "0 dB")
- OUTPUT — Output gain knob showing value in dB (e.g., "0 dB")
Utility Window
Utility Panel
- Oversampling (1x, 2x, 4x, 8x)
- FFT Buffer Size selection
- License management
- Manual & support links
Band Controls
Band Selection
EQOMP provides 10 fully independent bands. Each band can be:
- Enabled/Disabled — Click the band button to toggle
- Selected — Click to select for parameter editing
- Soloed — Shift+Click to solo the band's output
- Muted — Ctrl+Click to mute the band
Band Point Interaction
Threshold Point Interaction
Band Colors
Each band has a unique color for easy identification. The colors are consistent across:
- Band buttons
- EQ curve segments
- Gain reduction meters
- Parameter displays
Global Controls
Input/Output Gain
Bypass
The global BYPASS button operates in the same way as normal mode, but audio passes through unchanged and "BYPASS" text appears in the waveform display. When bypassed:
- Audio passes through unchanged
- "BYPASS" text appears in the waveform display
- All meters continue to show input levels
License Note
Without a valid license, EQOMP operates in bypass mode. In this case, the BYPASS button is disabled to prevent accidental processing. Activate your license to unlock full functionality.
Bypass Mode (UNITY / GAIN)
Bypass affects only the signal path — whether the output is passed through (bypassed) or processed. It has no effect on GUI or DSP operation; meters and displays continue to work.
- UNITY — Signal is bypassed: output = input (no input/output gain, no EQ). Default.
- GAIN — Signal is processed: input gain → EQ → output gain.
Select UNITY when you want to hear the dry signal; select GAIN when you want the full processed signal. The setting is available in the Utility panel (BYPASS MODE).
Oversampling
Right Panel Slider
The right panel contains a vertical slider located to the left of the output meters. This slider provides powerful global control over EQ curves and threshold settings with four different modes.
Visual Feedback
When dragging either slider, the current mode (LEVEL or TILT) is displayed next to the slider handle. The threshold slider shows both the control type (EQ or THRESHOLD) and the mode (LEVEL or TILT) in two lines. The slider handles return to the center position (0 dB) when released, but the parameter changes remain applied.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Note: On Mac, use Cmd (⌘) for Command key. On Windows, use Ctrl for Control key. Option (Mac) corresponds to Alt (Windows).
Band Selection
Global
EQ Parameters
- Parametric — Bell/Peak filter with adjustable Q
- Shelf-Hi — High shelf filter
- Shelf-Lo — Low shelf filter
- Filter-Hi — High-pass filter
- Filter-Lo — Low-pass filter
- Low Q (0.1-0.5) — Wide, gentle curves
- Medium Q (0.5-2) — Musical, versatile
- High Q (2-10) — Narrow, surgical
Dynamic Parameters
- 1:1 — No reduction (dynamics off)
- 2:1 to 4:1 — Gentle, transparent control
- 4:1 to 8:1 — Moderate compression feel
- 8:1+ — Strong limiting behavior
- Fast (0.1-5 ms) — Catches transients, may reduce punch
- Medium (5-20 ms) — Balanced, preserves some attack
- Slow (20-100 ms) — Lets transients through, smooth response
- Fast (10-50 ms) — Quick recovery, may pump
- Medium (50-200 ms) — Natural, musical
- Slow (200-1000 ms) — Smooth, sustained reduction
Dynamics Enable
Each band's dynamics processing can be independently enabled/disabled. When disabled, the band functions as a static EQ only. Enable dynamics to activate the threshold-curve processing.
Filter Modes
Parametric (Bell/Peak)
The default and most versatile mode. Creates a bell-shaped curve centered at the frequency with width determined by Q.
- Dynamics behavior: Gain reduction follows the Q curve exactly
- Best for: Surgical frequency control, resonance taming, tone shaping
Shelf-Hi (High Shelf)
Boosts or cuts all frequencies above the corner frequency.
- Dynamics behavior: Processing applies to all frequencies above the corner
- Best for: Air/brightness control, high-frequency taming
Shelf-Lo (Low Shelf)
Boosts or cuts all frequencies below the corner frequency.
- Dynamics behavior: Processing applies to all frequencies below the corner
- Best for: Bass control, low-end management, warmth adjustment
Filter-Hi (High-Pass)
Removes frequencies below the cutoff. No gain parameter — only filtering.
- Dynamics behavior: Dynamic high-pass filtering based on input level
- Best for: Dynamic rumble removal, bass cleanup that responds to content
Filter-Lo (Low-Pass)
Removes frequencies above the cutoff. No gain parameter — only filtering.
- Dynamics behavior: Dynamic low-pass filtering based on input level
- Best for: Dynamic harshness control, adaptive brightness limiting
Compressor Control in Filter/Shelf Modes
Important: When a band is changed to Filter or Shelf mode, the compressor is controlled per band, not per bandwidth. Unlike Parametric mode where compression follows the Q curve (bandwidth), Filter and Shelf modes apply compression to the entire frequency range above or below the corner frequency, making the compressor operate on a band-by-band basis rather than following a bandwidth curve.
Use Cases
De-essing (Vocal Sibilance Control)
Setup
- Mode: Parametric
- Frequency: 5-8 kHz (find the sibilant frequency)
- Q: 2-4 (narrow enough to target sibilance)
- Gain: 0 dB (no static EQ)
- Threshold: -20 to -30 dB
- Ratio: 4:1 to 8:1
- Attack: 0.5-2 ms (fast to catch sibilants)
- Release: 50-100 ms
Why EQOMP excels: The threshold curve means only the sibilant frequencies trigger reduction, and the reduction is proportional to the frequency content — not a blanket cut.
Bass Resonance Taming
Setup
- Mode: Parametric
- Frequency: Find the resonant frequency (often 80-200 Hz)
- Q: 4-8 (narrow to target the resonance)
- Gain: 0 dB
- Threshold: -15 to -25 dB
- Ratio: 3:1 to 6:1
- Attack: 10-30 ms
- Release: 100-200 ms
Why EQOMP excels: Tames only the resonant frequency when it becomes excessive, leaving the rest of the bass intact.
Dynamic Air Enhancement
Setup
- Mode: Shelf-Hi
- Frequency: 8-12 kHz
- Gain: +2 to +4 dB (static boost)
- Threshold: -25 to -35 dB
- Ratio: 2:1 to 3:1 (gentle)
- Attack: 20-50 ms
- Release: 200-400 ms
Result: High frequencies are boosted, but excessive brightness is automatically controlled. You get air without harshness.
Drum Transient Shaping
Setup
- Mode: Parametric
- Frequency: 2-5 kHz (attack frequencies)
- Q: 1-2 (moderate width)
- Gain: 0 dB
- Threshold: -20 to -30 dB
- Ratio: 2:1 to 4:1
- Attack: 30-50 ms (let transients through)
- Release: 50-100 ms
Result: The attack of drums punches through while the sustain/ring is controlled in the target frequency range.
Mastering — Gentle Frequency Balance
Setup
- Multiple bands with very gentle settings
- Q: 0.5-1 (wide, gentle curves)
- Threshold: -30 to -40 dB
- Ratio: 1.5:1 to 2:1 (very gentle)
- Attack: 20-50 ms
- Release: 200-500 ms
Result: Transparent frequency balance that responds to the music. Problem frequencies are gently controlled without obvious processing. For mastering applications, you can use the Single Band or Multiband presets for more effective frequency control. Tip: It's recommended to use single-band compressors that apply different gain reduction for different frequencies, rather than uniform gain reduction across all frequencies.
Frequency-Selective Reduction
Concept
With EQOMP, each band reacts only in its own frequency range. A loud snare won’t pull down the whole bass or piano — only the frequencies that overlap. So you can tame problem peaks without changing the rest of the mix.
Setup
- Mode: Parametric or Multiband
- Use multiple bands for different frequency ranges
- Set thresholds per band independently
- Ratio: 2:1-6:1
- Attack/Release: Adjust per instrument characteristics
Result: Each band is independent. You control only the frequencies that need it; the rest stays natural.
Unwanted Resonance Reduction
Concept
You can reduce the level of unwanted resonances outside of the essential resonances of the audio source by adjusting the attack time. A huge advantage is that you can use a multiband compressor without worrying about phase.
Setup
- Mode: Parametric
- Frequency: Target the unwanted resonance
- Q: 4-10 (precise targeting)
- Threshold: -15 to -30 dB
- Attack: 0.5-5 ms (fast reduction)
- Ratio: 3:1-8:1
Result: Unwanted resonances are quickly reduced while preserving the essential character of the source. The phase-coherent processing ensures transparent results.
Bus Compressor / Master Bus / Glue Compressor Applications
Concept
Use several bands with wide Q and gentle ratios to add glue and cohesion. Each band reacts to its own range, so you can gently control the low end while keeping mids and highs punchy — or the opposite.
Setup
- Start with Single Band or Multiband presets to configure your bands
- Set up multiple bands across the frequency spectrum
- Each band can control up to half the maximum buffer size in frequency range
- Adjust thresholds, ratios, attack, and release per band independently
- Use gentle ratios (1.5:1 to 3:1) for glue compression
- Moderate attack (20-50 ms) and release (100-300 ms) for musical timing
Result: Cohesive bus or master compression with independent control per frequency range, so the mix gels without losing punch or clarity.
Pro Tips
1. Start with Dynamics Off
Set up your EQ curve first with dynamics disabled. Get the static tone right, then enable dynamics to control problem areas. This gives you a clear reference point.
2. Use the Gain Reduction Meters
Watch the vertical GR lines on each band. If you're seeing constant reduction, your threshold may be too low. Aim for reduction only on problem moments.
3. Q Affects Dynamics Width
Remember: in Parametric mode, Q doesn't just shape the EQ — it defines how wide the dynamics processing applies. A narrow Q means surgical dynamics; a wide Q means broader control.
4. Ratio is Reduction, Not Compression
EQOMP's ratio controls gain reduction, not compression ratio. There's no knee or compression curve. Think of it as "how much to turn down when triggered."
5. Use A/B Comparison
EQOMP's processing is designed to be transparent. Use A/B comparison frequently to ensure you're improving the sound, not just making it different.
6. Oversampling for Critical Work
For mastering or final mixes, enable 4x or 8x oversampling. The CPU hit is worth it for the cleanest possible processing.
7. Shelf/Filter Modes for Broadband Control
When you need to control entire frequency ranges (all highs, all lows), use Shelf or Filter modes. The dynamics will apply to the entire range, not just a bell-shaped area.
8. Avoiding Artifacts from Aggressive Settings
High ratio, low threshold, and very fast attack together can cause harshness or pumping. Ease off ratio, attack, or threshold until it sounds natural. The goal is processing that improves the sound without calling attention to itself.
9. Understanding Compressor Noise
Excessive compressor processing inevitably introduces noise. This occurs because gain reduction operates as a time-varying control signal that modulates the audio itself. This compressor is designed to minimize such modulation, preserving natural sound even under heavy reduction.
10. AM Noise Control: The Foundation of Professional Dynamic EQ
AM (Amplitude Modulation) noise occurs when the gain envelope changes faster than the audio waveform, causing phase distortion and harsh artifacts. EQOMP prevents this by keeping the gain envelope slow and smooth (sub-audio, below 10Hz), even with fast attack settings. Detection can be fast, but gain application must always be slow and musical.
In summary: EQOMP calculates dynamics based on frequency, but always applies gain as a smooth, time-domain envelope. This prevents AM noise from rapid gain reduction while maintaining natural phase and harmonic relationships.
11. Master Bus / Mastering Presets: Full-Range Control via Band 1
Master Bus Comp and Mastering presets are bandwise band compressors that control the full frequency range. After loading one of these presets, adjust the threshold of Band 1 (the lowest band) to control the entire frequency range with a single parameter — a quick way to set overall dynamics.
Global Settings
These settings apply globally across all plugin instances and are saved between sessions.
Analysis & Display
Analysis Depth (FFT): Real-time, Balanced, Detailed, Maximum. Controls how much detail the waveform/spectrum display uses. Balanced is the default; use Detailed/Maximum for finer analysis if your system handles it.
Transient Guard: Minimal to Maximum. Reduces digital artifacts when using fast attack or heavy reduction. Balanced works for most material; raise it if you hear artifacts.
Visual Mode: Live (responsive) to Analytical (stable, detailed). Choose Live for real-time tweaking, Analytical when you need to read the display precisely.
Precision View Control
View Scale: 6 dB – 60 dB (default 60 dB). Smaller scale = zoom in on small level changes; larger = full picture.
Mouse Wheel Control
Command + Mouse Wheel: Hold the Command key and scroll the mouse wheel over the frequency response graph to dynamically adjust the Y-axis scale in real-time.
- Scroll Up: Increases the scale range (zooms out for broader view)
- Scroll Down: Decreases the scale range (zooms in for detailed view)
- Smooth Control: Provides fine-grained control with visual feedback
Mouse Wheel Parameter Control
EQ Point Selection + Mouse Wheel: When an EQ point is selected, scrolling the mouse wheel adjusts the bandwidth (Q value) of the selected band.
- Scroll Up: Increases Q value (narrower bandwidth)
- Scroll Down: Decreases Q value (wider bandwidth)
- Range: 0.1 to 10.0
Threshold Point Selection + Mouse Wheel: When a threshold point is selected, scrolling the mouse wheel adjusts the Ratio of the selected band.
- Scroll Up: Increases Ratio (more compression)
- Scroll Down: Decreases Ratio (less compression)
- Range: 1:1 to 20:1
Left Scale Area + Mouse Wheel: Scrolling the mouse wheel over the left scale area (Y-axis labels) adjusts the Y-axis scale without holding Command.
- Scroll Up: Increases scale range
- Scroll Down: Decreases scale range
- Range: 6 dB to 60 dB
Scale Reset Button
Reset Button: Located in the top-right corner of the frequency response graph, this button instantly resets the Y-axis scale to the default 60 dB range.
- Click to Reset: Single-click to return to full-range view (60 dB)
- Visual Feedback: Button highlights when scale is not at default
- Workflow Integration: Quickly return to overview when detailed analysis is complete
Use smaller scales (6–12 dB) for fine adjustments; use larger scales (30–60 dB) for overall balance. The reset button (top-right of the graph) returns the scale to 60 dB.
Graph Band Buttons
Concept: Interactive band buttons on the EQ graph provide direct access to individual band controls and visual feedback for your EQ curve adjustments.
Band Button Features
Visual Controls: Each EQ band has a corresponding button on the frequency response graph.
- Click: Select and highlight the band for parameter adjustment
- Drag: Directly manipulate frequency and gain by dragging the button
- Color Coding: Different colors for different filter types (Peak, Shelf, Cut)
- Active State: Visual indication when band is enabled and processing
Filter Type Indicators
Shape Recognition: Button appearance indicates the current filter type.
- Peak Filter: Circular button for bell-shaped EQ curves
- Shelf Filter: Square button for high/low shelf responses
- Cut Filter: Triangular button for high-pass/low-pass filters
Workflow Integration
Efficient Control: Graph buttons enable fast, visual EQ adjustment workflows.
- Quick Selection: Click any button to instantly access that band's controls
- Visual Feedback: See the exact frequency and gain response in real-time
- Precise Control: Drag buttons for immediate, accurate adjustments
- Curve Overview: See all active bands and their interactions simultaneously
Professional Advantage: Graph band buttons combine the speed of visual control with the precision of numerical input, providing the most efficient EQ workflow available.
UI Theme
Concept: The visual theme controls the color scheme and appearance of the entire plugin interface, allowing you to customize the look to match your workflow preferences.
Options: 10 themes: OceanBlue, SunsetOrange, ForestGreen, DesertTeal, PastelMint, NeonPurple, WarmCoral, CoolSky, BlackAndWhite, MidnightGreen
Default: OceanBlue
Function: Each theme provides a unique color palette optimized for different lighting conditions and personal preferences. Themes affect all UI elements including spectrum analyzer, EQ curves, meters, and controls.
Usage: Choose themes based on your environment: lighter themes (PastelMint, CoolSky) for bright studios, darker themes (MidnightGreen, BlackAndWhite) for dim environments. OceanBlue and SunsetOrange provide balanced visibility in most conditions.
Utility Panel
Concept: The Utility Panel provides access to advanced settings, documentation, support resources, and system information through a dedicated utility window interface. Click the UTILITY button at the bottom of the interface to open this panel.
Note: Language selection is not available in the Utility Panel. Use the Language button (EN) located at the bottom of the interface, next to the UTILITY and HINT buttons.
Documentation & Support Links (Top Row)
Quick Access Buttons: Located at the top of the Utility Panel for instant access to help resources.
- MANUAL: Opens the integrated user manual in your web browser
- YOUTUBE: Access video tutorials and walkthroughs on the official channel
- FORUM: Join community discussions, get help, and share tips
- LICENSE: Manage license activation and view support options
UI THEME SELECT
Visual Themes: Choose from 10 professionally designed themes optimized for different studio environments and personal preferences. Select from the dropdown menu.
- OCEAN BLUE: Balanced blue theme for general use (default)
- SUNSET ORANGE: Warm orange theme for creative sessions
- FOREST GREEN: Cool green theme for long mixing sessions
- DESERT TEAL: Teal theme for bright environments
- PASTEL MINT: Soft mint theme for detailed work
- NEON PURPLE: Vibrant purple theme for electronic music
- WARM CORAL: Coral theme for acoustic recordings
- COOL SKY: Sky blue theme for mastering
- BLACK AND WHITE: High contrast theme for accessibility
- MIDNIGHT GREEN: Dark green theme for low-light studios
BYPASS MODE
Signal Routing Control: Determines how bypass affects the signal path.
- UNITY: When bypassed, output = input (no processing, no input/output gain). This is the default setting for true A/B comparison.
- GAIN: When bypassed, input/output gain stages remain active. Use this when you want to compare processed vs. unprocessed while maintaining gain staging.
LOUDNESS LEVEL DISPLAY
Metering Visibility: Controls the visibility of loudness level meters in the interface.
- Show: Display loudness level meters (Short-term LUFS, Integrated LUFS, True Peak) for professional loudness monitoring
- Hide: Hide loudness meters for a cleaner interface when not needed
OVERSAMPLING
Processing Quality: Higher oversampling rates reduce aliasing artifacts at the cost of increased CPU usage.
- 0X: No oversampling - lowest CPU usage, suitable for tracking and live use
- 2X: 2× sample rate - good balance of quality and performance
- 4X: 4× sample rate - recommended for mixing
- 8X: 8× sample rate - maximum quality for mastering
BUFFER (FFT Buffer Size)
Analysis Resolution: Adjust FFT buffer sizes for optimal balance between frequency resolution and CPU usage.
- 512: Fastest response, lower frequency resolution
- 1024: Balanced for most systems
- 2048: High detail analysis (default)
- 4096: Maximum resolution for detailed spectral analysis
WAVE SMOOTH
Waveform Display Smoothing: Controls the temporal smoothing of the waveform display. Adjust using the slider.
- 0% (Default): No smoothing - displays actual signal in real-time with maximum responsiveness. Visual matches actual signal exactly.
- 10-30%: Light smoothing - slight visual stability while maintaining fast response
- 40-60%: Moderate smoothing - balanced between responsiveness and visual stability
- 70-100%: Heavy smoothing - stable display for detailed analysis, slower visual response
Note: Wave Smooth affects only the visual display, not the actual audio processing. Use 0% when you need the visual to match the actual signal precisely.
Display Options
Visual Customization: Toggle various display elements to customize your workflow.
- SHORTCUTS: Toggle the keyboard shortcuts overlay display. When enabled, shows available keyboard shortcuts on the interface for quick reference. Useful for learning the interface; disable once familiar for a cleaner view.
- PEAK HOLD: Toggle peak hold visualization on the spectrum analyzer. When enabled, displays and holds the maximum peak levels for visual reference, helping identify peak frequencies in your audio. The peak markers decay slowly to show recent maximum levels.
License & System Information (Bottom Section)
Status Display: Shows current license status and system identification at the bottom of the Utility Panel.
- Trial Status: Shows "TRIAL X days left" during trial period with remaining days
- Activated: Shows "Licensed" when fully activated
- Email: Displays the registered email address
- HW (Hardware ID): Unique hardware identifier for license activation
Language Selection
Concept: EQOMP supports multiple languages for international users, with full localization of the interface and documentation.
Supported Languages
Complete Localization: Choose from professionally translated interfaces and manuals.
- English (EN): Default language, complete documentation
- 한국어 (KR): Full Korean translation
- 日本語 (JP): Complete Japanese localization
- Español (ES): Spanish translation
- Français (FR): French translation
- 中文 (ZH): Chinese translation
Language Switcher
Easy Access: Located at the bottom of the interface, next to the Utility and Hint buttons, for instant language switching.
- Dropdown Menu: Click to select preferred language
- Instant Application: Interface updates immediately
- Persistent Setting: Language choice saved between sessions
- Complete Coverage: All text, tooltips, and documentation translated
Translation Quality
Professional Localization: All translations are performed by native speakers and audio professionals to ensure technical accuracy and cultural appropriateness.
- Technical Accuracy: Audio terminology correctly translated
- Cultural Adaptation: Idioms and expressions adapted for local markets
- Terminology Consistency: Consistent use of technical terms within each language
- Regular Updates: Translations updated with new features and improvements
Global Accessibility: Multi-language support ensures that EQOMP is accessible and professional for users worldwide, regardless of their native language.
Oversampling
Options: 1x (default), 2x, 4x, 8x. Higher values improve quality (fewer artifacts) but use more CPU.
When to use: 1x for tracking and low latency. 2x–4x for mixing. 8x for mastering or when using heavy reduction and high Q. If you hear harshness or artifacts, try raising oversampling.
Presets
Factory Presets
EQOMP includes a collection of factory presets designed to demonstrate the plugin's capabilities and provide starting points for common tasks.
Vocal Presets
- De-esser
- Vocal Female
- Vocal Male
Drum Presets
- HiHat
- Kick Very Deep
- Kick-Deep
- Overheads
- Snare Bright Ballard
- Snare Thick Bottom
- Snare Tight
- Snare-Ringing out
- Tom-Floor
- Tom-Hi/Mid
Piano Presets
- Grand Piano 5ft
- Grand Piano 7ft
Guitar Presets
- Electric Guitar
Compressor / Bus Presets
- Compressor - All Frequency 4 bands
- Master Bus Comp (4 bands)
- Master Bus Comp (5 bands)
- Master Bus Comp (10 bands)
Mastering Presets
- Mastering - Tight Low
- Mastering - limiting 1
- Mastering - limiting 2
Saving User Presets
- Set up your desired settings
- Click the preset name in the top bar
- Select "Save Preset..."
- Enter a name and optional category
- Click Save
User presets are stored in:
~/Library/Audio/Presets/BLUESONO LAB/EQOMP/ (macOS)
%APPDATA%\BLUESONO LAB\EQOMP\Presets\ (Windows)
A/B Compare
Concept: The A/B Compare feature allows you to store and instantly switch between two different EQOMP settings for real-time comparison and fine-tuning.
A/B Buttons
Instant Switching: Two dedicated buttons (A and B) for storing and recalling different plugin states.
- A Button: Store current settings as Preset A
- B Button: Store current settings as Preset B
- Copy Button (->): Copy settings from A to B or B to A
- Undo Button: Revert to previous state
Workflow Applications
Professional Comparison: Essential for critical listening and decision making in mixing and mastering.
- Mixing Decisions: Compare subtle vs. aggressive EQ settings
- Mastering Choices: Evaluate different compression approaches
- Before/After: Instant comparison of your processing
- Fine Tuning: Make small adjustments while comparing results
Technical Implementation
Complete State Capture: A/B slots store the complete plugin state including all band parameters, global settings, and processing modes.
- All Parameters: EQ bands, dynamics, global settings
- Instant Switching: Zero-latency switching between A and B
- Persistent Storage: Settings maintained across sessions
- Independent Operation: Each plugin instance has its own A/B slots
Mixing Essential: A/B Compare is fundamental to professional audio production, enabling confident decision-making through direct, real-time comparison of different processing approaches.
Specifications
| Plugin Formats | VST3, AU, AAX, Standalone |
| Standalone Application | Available with microphone access support for direct audio input processing |
| Supported Platforms | macOS 10.13+, Windows 10+ |
| Supported Architectures | Intel (x64), Apple Silicon (ARM64) - M1, M2, M3, M4 |
| Sample Rates | 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz |
| Bit Depth | 64-bit floating point internal processing |
| Latency | Zero latency (IIR filters) |
| Number of Bands | 10 fully independent bands |
| Filter Types | Parametric, High Shelf, Low Shelf, High Pass, Low Pass |
| Oversampling | 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x |
| Sidechain | Internal sidechain only (no external input). The processed signal itself is used for detection. |
System Requirements
Minimum
- Intel Core i5 or Apple M1
- 4 GB RAM
- 100 MB disk space
- 1280×720 display
Recommended
- Intel Core i7 or Apple M1 Pro / M2 / M3 / M4
- 8 GB RAM
- SSD storage
- 1920×1080 display
License & Support
License Activation
- Open EQOMP in your DAW
- Click the UTILITY button to open the utility panel
- Click LICENSE to open license management
- Enter your license key and email
- Click Activate
License Information
- One license allows activation on up to 3 computers
- Deactivate from one computer to activate on another
- License is tied to your hardware ID (shown in utility panel)
Trial Version
EQOMP offers a 7-day trial period. During the trial:
- All features are fully functional
- No audio watermarks or interruptions
- Trial countdown shown in utility panel
Support
EQOMP v1.0.8.1
Designed & Developed by Hojoon Chang
© 2026 BLUESONO LAB. All rights reserved.
Made in Korea
Intellectual Property Protection:
All algorithms, processing methods, and technologies implemented in EQOMP are protected by copyright law, trade secret protections, and intellectual property rights. The Spectral Analysis Engine™, Transient Guard Technology™, Visual Analysis Engine™, and Precision View Control™ are proprietary technologies of BLUESONO LAB. Any unauthorized reverse engineering, reproduction, or implementation of these technologies is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.