Purpose: catch peaks and raise overall level before mastering, without squashing dynamics.
Typical limiter chain:
How to check:
Stereo Tool is modular. Audio flows from top to bottom through the following chain:
Input AGC → Declipper → Multiband Compression → Loudness → 3-Band vs. 5-Band → Clipper → Output (Limiter/Composite) stereo tool settings
Let’s explore each module’s critical settings.
This is the final gatekeeper. It prevents digital overs and creates that "wall of sound." Purpose: catch peaks and raise overall level before
Let’s open the interface and look at the main tabs. We will focus on the settings that matter 90% of the time.
Before we touch a slider, you must understand the order of operations. Stereo Tool processes audio from Left to Right (Input → Output). How to check: Stereo Tool is modular
Do not skip steps. You cannot fix a muddy mix with the Final Limiter alone. You must clean it first.