MicroFX Refiner by Heavyocity aims to be an all-in-one solution for finalising instrument buses, stems and overall mixes. It has been designed to tighten, drive and polish audio for a professional finish with minimal effort.
MicroFX Refiner uses a carefully crafted signal chain which combines EQ, compression, saturation, stereo imaging, limiting and subtle clipping. The makers say it can provide everything mixers need to balance character, dynamics and loudness in a single, intuitive package. An integrated XY pad control gives intuitive control over the mix, letting users find the perfect sweet spot between clarity, punch and depth with a simple mouse drag.
MicroFX Refiner also features 36 expertly crafted presets tailored for drums, instruments and mastering. These presets are designed to optimise the signal chain for specific tasks, helping to achieve quick, polished results with minimal tweaking. The plug-in boasts a range of modes named Gentle, Wide, and Punchy, based around finding the right vibe for a project. Additional tools like Emphasis, Width, Clarity and a Dirty option allow further control for crafting more unique sounds.
MicroFX Refiner is compatible with Pro Tools 2020+, Live 10+, Cubase 12+, Logic Pro X, DP10+ and Bitwig on both Mac and Windows systems.
Price & Availability
The plug-in is available now for download, priced at $49£49.