Techivation – a UK-based brand specialising in music production tools and software – has unveiled M-Puncher 2, a new transient shaping plugin designed to enhance impact without increasing peak levels.

As the brand explains, some transient shapers can “throw your mix off balance by raising the peak levels unpredictably”. But M-Puncher 2 enables producers to add “punch and impact” to a track without the worry of raising these peak levels.

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M-Puncher 2 includes features like tonal shaping for attacks, frequency-dependent targeting and even intelligent setting suggestions to streamline the mixing process.

Additionally, there’s a Thump-Presence slider, which offers another level of tonal control by allowing the user to adjust both the low end and high end without affecting overall tonal balance.

The aforementioned Mix Assistant is also on hand – powered by machine learning – to analyse audio and propose settings to optimise the user’s workflow.

M-Puncher 2 also features an updated interface compared to the previous iteration, with a waveform visualiser offering clear visual feedback on the effect the plugin is having on your mix.

Pricing and availability

M-Puncher 2 is available now – at an introductory price of $45 (down from $129) until 24 October – on both Windows and macOS, and in VST, VST3, AU and AAX formats, compatible with all major DAWs.

Owners of Techivation’s M-Puncher Mk1 can download M-Puncher 2 for $25, while owners of other Techivation plugins can purchase for $35. Additionally, Techivation Full Access users can download M-Puncher 2 totally free.

For more information, head to Techivation.

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