Overview

Packed with features and new sonic capabilities

HYPE embodies high-end mixing hardware, offering dynamic processing tools for compression, harmonics, and stereo width adjustment. It transcends analog limits with over-the-top compression and groundbreaking harmonic overtones.

Three mixing plugins in one elegant workflow

Whether you're thickening drum loops, enhancing vocal tracks, or mastering your final mix, HYPE’s simple three-section design puts a huge collection of powerful tools for mixing and audio enhancement in one simple-to-use plugin.

Multi-band harmonics with no limits

Easily combine multiple harmonic generators and compression algorithms in HYPE to drive, saturate, or enhance signals. Apply distinct harmonic modes across three bands, offering a broad range from smooth and creamy to dirty and distorted.

A revolutionary approach to harmonic overtones

HYPE delivers a full spectrum of harmonic overtones without overprocessing or distortion, thanks to its advanced ADAA algorithms and UrsaDSP's Trajectory technology. This ensures consistent harmonics with minimal inharmonic content, letting you hit the harmonic sweet spot at any gain level.

Multi-band compression with new capabilities

HYPE provides a wide range of compression algorithms for all styles, from subtle to extreme. It features detailed controls for transient, mix, and body, allowing for tailored dynamic shaping across low, mid, and high frequencies.

Six compressor modes

From the extreme Slam to the classic Opto, and the pristine Brick, to the precise Transient, the six compressor modes range from radical to subtle. Combo merges three modes for a unique blend, while Gentle offers elegant, minor adjustments ideal for mastering, providing versatile dynamics control.

Stereo mid/side – it goes where you tell it to

Control mid/side settings across all three bands and independently adjust dry/wet signals. Enhance stereo image and depth, soften midrange frequencies with tone control, and fine-tune sound character for basses, vocals, and beyond.

Improve your mixing choices

Auto Level is integral to HYPE, ensuring changes and enhancements to your mix are unbiased by loudness, enabling improved mixing decisions.

Features

  • A feature-rich set of tools for compression, harmonics, and stereo width controls in one plugin
  • Auto Level feature that underpins HYPE’s functionality, maintaining consistent perceived loudness across the mix. 
  • Six compression modes
  • Six harmonic modes
  • Preset library
  • HYPE knob for controlling parallel processing
  • Multi-band crossover for redefining crossover frequencies with intuitive controls, adjusting the balance across bands for targeted processing
  • A/B/C/D comparison functions for loading alternative presets into slots for direct comparison, enhancing the decision-making process in sound selection
  • Linear filters for maintaining absolute phase relationships, perfect for parallel processing, bus processing, and delivering superior sound quality
  • Stereo module for harnessing mid-side processing on the dry and wet signals to optimize stereo image and depth
  • Detailed level management establishes the maximum level for upward compression, complete with input and output gain controls and visual metering for peak and RMS levels

Audio Examples

Industry Reviews

  • Robert Babicz

    Robert Babicz

    Music Producer, Mastering Engineer, Live Performer

    An instant 100% yes, love it straight away!

  • MELBEATZ

    MELBEATZ

    Platinum & Gold Music Producer (Kanye West, Mobb Deep, ODB)

    To be found in every project of mine since day 1 of the release!

  • Protoculture

    Protoculture

    Music Producer

    Getting elements in your track to really 'pop' has never been easier. HYPE is a refreshing take on dynamics and tone shaping.

  • Lostly

    Lostly

    Music Producer

    HYPE literally lives on all of my tracks, it even does the job on the Master channel.

  • Leo Abrahams

    Leo Abrahams

    Music Producer (Editors, Ghost Poet, Carl Barat, James)

    Shockingly easy to make big improvements instantly.

Customer Reviews

  • Quick to dial in good sound

    ★★★★★
    by Harvey
    Obviously ADPTR's re-mix of OTT, but it goes further, does more, & can be used in many more situations I wouldn't feel comfortable using OTT.
    Flipping through presets I can get great sounds on… Read More
  • HYPE is Amazing!!

    ★★★★★
    by Angelo Jannotti
    I like the fresh approach to Dynamics-Harmonics-Stereo imaging. Subtle - Slamming or bringing a dull track to life make your adjustments then turn off the power button!! What an amazing new tool!!
  • Really great

    ★★★★★
    by Antonio Spoladore
    HYPE can be used in every track and helps to get fast where you want. It's like a modern channel strip. The presets section is also excellent, organized and fast. It's really a great one and sounds… Read More
  • Dude, I think I'm in love...

    ★★★★★
    by fetchachizzle
    Yes, it's just been a day and some hours, but this already is replacing a few of my go-to plugins. It is able to do the job of 3 or 4 excellent plugins that I use on a daily basis - and it sounds… Read More

Specifications

Supported Plugin Formats
AAX Native, AU, AAX AudioSuite, VST2, VST3

Supported Operating Systems
macOS 14 down to macOS 11
Windows 11 down to Windows 10

Mac
Intel, or Apple Silicon

PC
x64-compatible CPU

System Requirements
Display resolution: 1440 × 900px or 1280 × 960px or higher
Memory: 2 GB RAM

Downloads

With the Installation Manager you can select, download & install all the Plugin Alliance products. Select any and all formats you need for your system! Mac & PC.

ChangeLog

HYPE

ADPTR Hype - Changelog

Version 1.0.1 (Apr 19, 2024)
- Soft Bypass: Improved functionality for in and out levels, also smoother audio during engagement.
- UI Enhancements:
- Added cross over type and Clip controls to the user interface.
- Corrected display issue where the bypass overlay did not show correctly when the plugin was opened in bypass mode.
- Stereo Module: Resolved an issue where bypassing could diminish sides signal, impacting null tests.
- Frequency Analyser: Fixed occasional graphic tearing.
- Presets: Expanded preset library.
- Some minor UI errata

Version 1.0.0 (Feb 29, 2024)
- Initial release