Zynaptiq has announced am update to its audio processor which brings out a sound’s inherent detail, increases its perceived loudness and density, and adds clarity.
A massive update, Intensity 2 doubles down on the classic’s core features and workflow, adding exciting new features and improvements across the board, including new algorithms with low CPU use and near-zero latency, support for up to 16 channels for immersive workflows, more Bias Curve presets, Mid/Side processing options, and more.
Conceptually similar to what HDR does for photography, INTENSITY 2 brings out a sound’s inherent detail, increases perceived loudness, and adds clarity and bite – and is operated using essentially a single control.
Between three proprietary algorithms, mid/side processing, an optional soft-knee saturating limiter, 16-channel support, and a super-fast and inspiring workflow, INTENSITY 2 is a must-have for mixing, mastering, and sound design.
Changes in Intensity 2
- New Crystal and Bronze algorithms: Based on a custom engineered minimum phase filter bank, the algorithms bring a sound with more bite and stronger transients to the table. Optionally running in 64-bit precision, both feature significantly reduced CPU load and near-zero latency (3 samples). The v1 algorithm is still included, and has been renamed to Smooth.
- Support for up to 16 channels for immersive workflows.
- M/S processing: Stereo instances can now process either the stereo signal, just the Mid channel, or just the Side channel. Using Intensity on the Side channel produces a lovely, huge stereo image.
- 20 Bias Curve presets (up from 10).
- Redesigned, scalable UI: the UI is now fully vectorized, provides up to 200% of zoom, features a new help text system, and has generally been streamlined.
- Previous/Next/Load/Save Preset can now be controlled via MIDI for improved accessibility.
- Version 2 comes with dual activations.
Intensity 2 for Windows and Mac (VST, AU and AAX) will be available on May 19th, 2025, priced $149 USD / 169 EUR). An Early Access price of $99 USD / 109 EUR is offered now at Plugin Boutique and at the Zynaptiq store until May 19th. 2025.
Users of Intensity v1.x will be able to upgrade to version 2 at a reduced price of $49 USD / 55 EUR starting May 19th, and users who have purchased Intensity 1.x between January 1st, 2025, and April 28th, 2025, can request a free upgrade. Intensity 2 will also be available in updated MASTER and ZAP bundles.
