Forward Audio has announced the beta version of faSampleDelay, a forthcoming freeware phase alignment utility in VST, VST3, AU, and AAX plugin formats for compatible host applications on PC and Mac. Users who sign up now will be able to download the public beta version of the plugin for free on March 23rd, 2018.
To avoid any confusion, faSampleDelay will be a freeware plugin, meaning that you’ll be able to download and use it for free even if you don’t sign up right now. But if you’re anxious to give it a try in your digital audio workstation of choice, signing up for the beta version in advance is the fastest route. Being that faSampleDelay is yet to be released, I didn’t get the chance to test it before publishing this article. Instead of a proper review, here’s a quick look at the UI design and the features listed on the product page.
Forward Audio describes faSampleDelay as a phase alignment tool with “an unrivaled intuitive GUI.” Judging by the screenshots, the plugin does indeed seem user-friendly and easy to use. The main control is the Delay knob which determines the amount of delay introduced to the processed audio track. The delay time can be measured in four different units (milliseconds, feet, meters, and samples) based on the user’s preference and usage scenario. The range of the delay knob can be calibrated by defining the minimum and maximum delay times, increasing its resolution and thus allowing for more precise adjustments.
The plugin supports project sample rates between 44.1 kHz and 192 kHz, whereas the delay amount is linkable to the sample rate. In addition to the previously mentioned features, faSampleDelay also offers A/B comparison capabilities and a freely resizable user interface. The internal delay algorithm is optimized for minimal CPU consumption.
So, if you’re looking for a simple utility for solving phasing issues in your projects, faSampleDelay is definitely worth checking out. Simply sign up on the product page linked below to receive your free copy of the plugin on March 23rd this year. If you need a freeware phase alignment tool before then, try the MFreeFormPhase plugin by MeldaProduction.
faSampleDelay is available for free download via Forward Audio (32-bit & 64-bit VST/VST3/AU/AAX plugin formats for Windows & macOS).
