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Spark XL

Spark XL - 2.0

two track mastering editor for VST & TDM

All Time: (4.2)
This Version: (4.2)
Current Version: 2.0
Release Date: 2001-05-04
License: Update
Downloads (this version): 4,073
Downloads (all versions): 5,841

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Product Description:

With Spark you can master and edit your audio very fast and effective. It is a two-track editor, so your stereo files can be processed with VST and TDM Plug-Ins. SparkXL comes along with 12 high quality VST Plug-Ins and of course with the native DeNoiser and DeClicker for audio restauration. The can be routed serial and paralell in the powerful SparkXL FX Machine. As you have TDM support, you can use VST and TDM effects via DirectConnect at the same time. Of course SparkXL does also offer all the features known from Spark. You can create your own playlists and burn them on CD. For very detailed crossfade editing you have crossfade-editor which helps to create very precise fades. The application supports all file formats (aiff. wav. SDII, mp3), if you need to change the format - no problem with the Spark Batch Convertor. Simply import the files and change the format - during the process you can also implement VST effects. Of course all features like cut, paste, pitch shift or time stretching are no problem for Spark, too - time strecthing is even possible in realtime.

What's new in this version:

TDM SUPPORT
An additional FX window allows you to add up to 5 Pro Tools TDM Plug-Ins to your audio, in addition to any VST Plug-Ins you might have loaded into the standard Master View. For the first time, seamless integration of VST and TDM Plug-Ins is a reality, greatly simplifying “hybrid” processing where VST and TDM Plug-Ins need to be applied to the same file. The TDM features can only be accessed, if current Pro Tools hardware is present.

DE-NOISER
SPARK XL comes with a high quality broadband De-noiser, allowing for realtime noise removal with 32 bit floating point accuracy. The De-noiser utilizes the “fingerprint” method, so simply mark a section with noise, hit “learn” and adjust the reduction to your requirements. The display makes it easy to adjust the process properly, visualizing the characteristics of the original, the noise floor and the processing result. The De-Noiser does not require Pro Tools hardware to run.

DE-CLICKER
Now Vinyl or digital clicks won’t be as difficult to work with anymore: SPARK XL’s De-clicking algorithm removes those unwanted artifacts in real-time, again with 32 bit floating point accuracy. The large click detection display marks the clicks, with the “Threshold” and “Click” / “Crackle” parameters you adjust the de-clicking process. You may even auto-mate the “Click” / “Crackle” parameter for more ease of use when working on material with changing click characteristics. The De-Clicker does not require Pro Tools hardware to run.

Operating System Requirements:

This product is designed to run on the following operating systems:

  • Mac OS Classic

Additional Requirements:

  • Mac OS 8.6 or higher

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Spark XL CommentaryNone of my… - Version: 2.0, 6/13/2002 10:25PM PST

audioBuddy
pro buddies in LA and NY consider using this app because it has botched so many files and recordings they won't even try the newer version.
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Spark XL CommentaryI'm going back… - Version: 2.0, 6/13/2002 10:24PM PST

audioBuddy
to Peak... this software sucks. There are too many things wrong with this software to even go into.
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Spark XL ReviewBad handling of… - Version: 2.0, 7/29/2001 12:16PM PST

sberkley
regions, loops, and markers-- can't hold a candle to Peak. Also, check out the new vbox in Peak-- put's the FXMachine in Spark to shame. Nice interface though... I'm sticking with tried & true Peak.
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