Full Phase by Bass Gnomes: An Innovative Stereo Processing Tool
Discover new horizons in working with the stereo image of your audio recordings with the Full Phase plugin by Bass Gnomes. This unique VST effect is designed for deep and creative manipulation of phase relationships in the stereo signal, offering capabilities that go beyond standard tools.
Principle of Operation and Unique Features
Full Phase is not just a phaser. Its uniqueness lies in the use of a non-traditional approach: the plugin inverts one stereo channel and phases it relative to the opposite one. This allows for the effective separation of common (Mid) and distinct (Side) characteristics of the stereo field, but in a unique phase plane.
After isolating these elements, Full Phase applies a phase shift network for precise “phase tuning” of the signal. You can influence the interaction between the components of the stereo field, creating unusual textures, correcting phase problems, or giving the sound a special spatial quality.
Controls and Creative Possibilities
The plugin interface provides several key controls:
- Character: Controls the intensity of phase tuning, affecting the expressiveness of the unique phase shift.
- Shift: Determines the intensity of the overall phase shift.
- Left <-> Right: Sets the position of the phase shift in the stereo field (center/sides) in combination with “Shift”.
- St. (Stereo Field): Controls the interaction with Mid/Side components, affecting the effect in the center or on the sides.
By combining these elements, you can achieve a wide range of effects: from subtle correction of phase discrepancies to creating extreme spatial modulations and unique sound textures. The plugin is useful for processing stereo tracks, synthesizers, guitars, atmospheric sounds, or full mixes where special control over the stereo image and phase is required.
Who Is This Plugin For?
Full Phase by Bass Gnomes is a powerful tool for sound designers, producers, and mixing engineers who want to experiment with stereo space. It offers a unique approach that differs from traditional effects. Use it to add depth, width, movement, or unusual artifacts to your sound.
The plugin easily integrates into a VST-compatible host on the Windows platform (Win32). Despite its compactness, Full Phase provides significant opportunities for creativity. Try Full Phase and hear how your stereo recordings can sound new.
