Controls the input signal level in wideband operation to compensate for variations and optimize the performance of downstream processing stages
X1 .CL
The compact processor delivering ultra-competitive performance with unbeatable CPU efficiency!
Wideband AGC, Tone FX, Stereo FX, a three-band dynamics processor featuring SOUND4’s exclusive Sound Impact and Fidelity Control technologies, a four-band limiter, and a powerful brick-wall limiter to complete the processing chain.
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Sound possibilities that make a difference
- Achieving the best sound quality for each of your talent's voices
Sound4 Big voice’s philosophy is to allow complete customization of presets for each talent. This is the only way to bring out the best in each performer. - Address acoustic issues
The X1.CL features a unique 3-band noise gate management system. Its algorithms work rapidly, effectively cleaning up residual background noise. This is a key feature for talk shows when several microphones are simultaneously open. - A confortable GUI with Undu/Redu
At SOUND4, we pay great attention to the user interface experience. Ergonomics is our aim, but we also provide functions that make users confident in their use of the product. You'll never feel lost, and our undo/redo function offers a solution to go back and forth if you're not satisfied with your changes. - Create a unique sound identity through voice processing
X1.CL's powerful processing chain enables radio stations to create a unique vocal sound identity. By customizing pre and pos EQs, 3-band gate, 3-band processing, the final limiter, it shapes a consistent, recognizable vocal character that becomes synonymous with the station's brand. This enhances listener experience and reinforces brand recognition, making the station instantly identifiable through its signature vocal sound. - Enhance the clarity of debates
With Dominate it function, you can set up your hosts managing debates to automatically lower guest microphone levels and take priority when participants are talking over each other. The result is simply amazing!
Listen x1 .CL Processing Engine...
This player allows you to listen to some audio examples processed by x1 .CL. You can hear the difference between "Unprocess" and "Processed" files. This gives you just an idea as it's impossible to demonstrate all the capabilities of x1 .CL with just a few examples!
That's why we recommend trying it yourself with our 30-day demo license, which lets you process your own favorite sources through the amazing x1 .CL.
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At SOUND4, we pay great attention to the user interface experience. Ergonomics is our aim, but we also provide functions that make users confident in their use of the product. You'll never feel lost, and our undo/redo function offers a solution to go back and forth if you're not satisfied with your changes.
Processing path Diagram
Powered by SOUND4's patented HQ Sound 192 kHz audio processing engine
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Wide Band AGC
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Tone FX
Four-band parametric equalizer for initial tone correction before multiband processing. Bass FX reinforces the low end on sources lacking it, while Treble FX adds top-end sparkle as needed
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Stereo FX
Enhances the original stereo image without affecting mono sources. A final stereo image limiter can be applied to control excesses
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3-Band Processing
At the heart of the tree-band dynamic processing, it controls signal density while providing adjustable tonal coloration. The Fidelity function adjusts the processing intensity to preserve the character of the original source with varying degrees of accuracy. Sound Impact, meanwhile, reinforces transients whenever needed
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4-Band Limiter
As the first limiting stage, this module processes the signal across four bands, effectively preparing it before it reaches the final limiter. It can also increase the signal’s density
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4-Band Parametric EQ
Four-band parametric equalizer for making any final adjustments if needed
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Final Limiter
The Final Limiter combines a pre-limiter dedicated to low frequencies, a powerful look-ahead limiter, and Brickwall Overdrive, an exclusive SOUND4 technology. This combination delivers a punchier sound that cannot be achieved with a look-ahead limiter alone
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R128
Placed at the end of the signal chain, the R128 loudness controller ensures compliance with the standard when required
Features that make the difference
- No more latency than a hardware version
SOUND4 X1.CL delivers exceptional low-latency performance. When used with ASIO or AoIP, talents enjoy real-time audio processing without any noticeable delay. This is a world first for such a powerful and advanced processing structure. - Getting presets created for each talent to be available across all studios
SOUND4 X1.CL features a preset sharing management system that automatically sends all created or modified presets to other units. This allows talent to access their personalized settings in all studios equipped with SOUND4 X1.CL - Recall voice processor channel settings at specific times of the day
Different day parts, different talents, different presets to be loaded. X1.CL can receive commands that recall preset settings for all microphones, matching them to their corresponding talents - Ready to use with major microphones
We offer a comprehensive list of factory presets tailored for popular microphones used in broadcast and voice studio applications. This includes renowned brands like Shure, Electro-Voice, Audio-Technica, Rode, Neumann, AKG, Sennheiser, and Heil. You'll be ready to start with just a few clicks. - Handle multiple guest microphone outputs mixed into a single bus
Depending on the system architecture, X1.CL can mix selected microphones to separate bus mixes. This feature reduces the cost of mixers and simplifies the job for those operating the mixing console. - A confortable GUI with Undu/Redu
At SOUND4, we pay great attention to the user interface experience. Ergonomics is our aim, but we also provide functions that make users confident in their use of the product. You'll never feel lost, and our undo/redo function offers a solution to go back and forth if you're not satisfied with your changes.
Specifications
Typical CPU use
The processing engine consumes 65 MHz. Typically and with a headroom for security, a user will be able to run 175 X1.CL on a 4 cores processor running at 3 GHz. Of course, this depends on the processor's generation.
OS Compatible
On Windows operating systems (w10, w11, Server 2019, Server 2022), X1.CL is available with Virtual Driver, ASIO, VST3 and the native DLL engine for software integrations. On Linux, only the DLL is available for product integration for the moment.
Recommended Instruction-sets capacities
For high density applications, we recommend CPU armed with AVX2 (or better AVX512F).
User interface
For making sound setup and controlling everything, X1.CL is armed with a super ergonomic user-friendly HTML5 GUI. A second GUI for live applications will be soon available, in this version, it is only possible to recall a preset or mute a Mic only.
Available for the following architectures
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