In a move sure to delight audio professionals and aspiring creators alike, Fiedler Audio has announced that their Dolby Atmos Composer Essential plugin is now free to download for everyone. Previously priced at $149, this decision opens the door to the world of immersive audio production to a wider audience.
Dolby Atmos Composer Essential streamlines the process of mixing for Dolby Atmos in any DAW. No need for specialized software or complex setups. This plugin, approved by Dolby Labs, lets you leverage your existing skills and favorite plugins within a familiar environment. Furthermore, Fiedler Audio has provided templates you can use in the following DAWs: REAPER, Nuendo/Cubase, Studio One, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Reason, Sequoia, Samplitude, FL Studio, and Pro Tools.
Features
Here are some of the features you’ll find in Dolby Atmos Composer Essential:
Dolby Atmos Beam Essential
Beam is a panning tool. It allows you to position sounds anywhere in the 3D space with ease, creating dynamic movements that transcend your DAW’s limitations.
Streamlined Workflow
Ditch the learning curve and focus on your creativity. Composer Essential integrates seamlessly with your existing workflow, letting you use your preferred plugins and recording techniques without compromise. The Atmos plugin connects to Beam on any track and lets you experience multichannel audio even if your DAW doesn’t support it natively.
Spacelab Integration
Connect to Fiedler Audio’s acclaimed Spacelab reverb plugin for immersive spatial effects with a single click, adding depth and realism to your Atmos mixes. You can also use Spacelab sources as dynamic objects and use random speaker layouts to customize the reverb further.
Personalized HRTF
HRTF stands for Head-Related Transfer Function. It is a response that characterizes how an ear receives a sound from a point in space. The size and shape of your head, ears, ear canal, and nasal and oral cavities all transform how you perceive sound. They boost some frequencies and attenuate others.
Dolby Atmos Composer Essential allows you to use a custom HRTF for binaural monitoring on headphones. You can also use a generic HRTF file done with a dummy head to experience how your sound changes to a different listener.
For Musicians
Composer Essential unlocks a new dimension to your music, allowing you to place instruments and effects in a three-dimensional space, creating truly immersive listening experiences.
For Film Composers and Sound Designers
Bring your cinematic visions to life with unparalleled spatial detail. Elevate your soundtracks and sound effects with precise positioning and dynamic movement within the soundscape.
For Mixing Engineers
Take your mixes to the next level by offering Dolby Atmos delivery alongside traditional stereo or surround formats. Expand your client base and cater to the growing demand for immersive audio.
Compatibility & Downloads
| Operating Systems | Windows 7 & above | macOS 10.14 & above |
| Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Formats | VST3, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
Download Dolby Atmos Composer Essential for free here.
Summary
For those starting their Atmos journey, Composer Essential offers a compelling and surprisingly feature-rich experience. Still, while Composer Essential packs a powerful punch, it’s important to acknowledge its limitations compared to its paid sibling, the full Dolby Atmos Composer.
The full version boasts additional features like integrated loudness management, object effects, 96kHz sample rate, top/side panner, and binaural rendering, catering to professionals who need the utmost control and flexibility. It allows advanced object management for individual gain, rotation, and early reflections. Furthermore, the paid plugin is now available on sale for $50!
