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Baby Audio CrystallineVideo of Crystalline Baby Audio Official Tutorial Crystalline is a new, state of the art, reverb plugin with a pristine and modern sound Gives you unprecedented creative control to shape your reflections Lets you sync reverb start and decay times to your song s tempo An evolution of classic 20th century studio reverbs fully upgraded for today A STUDIO REVERB FOR THE CURRENT ERA A perfect algorithmic reverb is often considered the holy grail of digital
- Crystalline is a new, state-of-the-art, reverb plugin with a pristine and modern sound
- Gives you unprecedented creative control to shape your reflections
- Lets you sync reverb start and decay times to your song-s tempo
- An evolution of classic 20th century studio reverbs - fully upgraded for today
A STUDIO REVERB FOR THE CURRENT ERA
A -perfect algorithmic reverb- is often considered the holy grail of digital audio effects. In fact, the idea can be traced all the way back to research papers from the 1960s.
Throughout the 20th century, algorithmic reverbs evolved thanks to companies like EMT and Lexicon. But limited computing power forced manufacturers back then to work within narrow constraints.
Fast forward, and we now have the resources to do things that couldn-t be done during the golden age of studio reverbs. Both in terms of sheer sound quality. But also in terms of adding creative features that weren-t possible in the hardware days.
Crystalline stands on the shoulders of 60 years of chasing -the holy grail of DSP-. We-ve asked ourselves what the pioneers of legendary digital reverbs would have done if they had the resources we have today - and then we-ve made exactly that plugin. With all the bells and whistles a modern engineer would need.
FEATURES
BPM-Synced Start And End Times:
Crystalline lets you hard-sync the reverb attack and decay time to your DAW-s tempo. This will generally result in cleaner mixes where the reflections are naturally in sync with the music.
Prefer the classic way? Just hit the -Sync/MS- switch and Crystalline lets you set pre-delay and decay times in milliseconds instead.
Reflections Section:
- -Size- lets you set the room size from tiny to large. This control is detached from the -Length- control, meaning you can get any size/length combination you want, including esoteric settings like huge spaces with very short tails or tiny spaces with very long tails.
- -Sparkle- emphasizes high frequencies inside the reverb algorithm. This generates reflections that are naturally brighter, which will help you achieve that extra shine on vocals or snares.
- -Width- lets you set the stereo image of the reverb from mono to wide - and even further to extra wide.
Depth Section:
- -Resolution- sets the complexity of the algorithm from -basic- to -pristine-. More complex settings will give you an ultra-clean reverb response, free of metallic artifacts - while the -Basic- setting will give you an efficient CPU performance at a normal fidelity.
- -Modulation- creates pitch variations inside the reverb algorithm. This results in a richer sound that works especially well to fatten up synths, guitars and vocals.
- -Shimmer- makes the high frequencies of the reverb tail decay slower than the rest of the spectrum, giving the reflections an -angelic halo- effect. You can set the frequency cutoff point as well as the multiplier effect, which controls how much longer it takes for the higher frequencies to decay. Please note that if Shimmer is active, the high frequencies will decay later than your specified reverb -End Time- (either at 2x, 4x or 6x the length).
Clean-Up Section:
- -Damping- is a dual filter control that lets you remove high and low frequency content from the reverb reflections. This control offers a fast way to get rid of clutter and muddiness in your mixes.
- -Sides- is a high-pass filter that removes stereo information from the low end of the reverb, while keeping the mono-information intact. This is especially helpful for creating wide vocal or lead instrument reflections without muddying-up your low end.
- -Gate- lets you instantly recreate the classic 1980s gated reverb sound. The gate offers -threshold- and -release- controls and makes it fast and intuitive to make your snares go -Phil Collins-.
Shape Section:
- -Tone- is a tilt EQ that lets you quickly shift the frequency balance of the reverb to brighter or darker.
- -Smoothing- gradually applies an EQ-curve custom-designed to address the frequency areas that tend to get resonant and sharp. It mellows out harshness and gives Crystalline a more subtle feel. This allows you to add a little more reverb without drenching your mix.
- -Transients- lets you shift the reverb algorithm-s emphasis to either the attack or sustain part of the incoming signal. Emphasizing the sustain more than the transients will make the reverb feel airy and light, while emphasizing the attack stage is a great way to get a splashy and dense sound. The Transients feature works especially well for controlling reflections on percussive material.
Output Section:
- -Ducker- lowers the reverb signal when the dry/incoming track is playing. This gives you a cleaner mix, where you can turn up the reverb more without compromising the dry track. -Ducker Gentle- mode offers a slow and natural ducker setting, while the standard ducker mode has a more pumpy feel.
- -Reverse- reverses the reverb playback, giving you some radical sound design possibilities.
- -Freeze- is another creative effect that takes a granular snapshot of the reverb when clicked and holds this snapshot continuously until the button is un-clicked again. It can be a powerful effect for creating interesting transitions in a mix.
- -Dry/Wet- sets the global mix balance between the dry/incoming signal and the reverb signal. Clicking the -Wet Lock- button lets you browse presets while keeping your preferred wet/dry balance - for easier comparison.
Top Panel:
- -Color- lets you change between light and dark background colors.
- -Eco Mode- lets you run Crystalline in a low-CPU mode by setting the resolution to -Basic- and disabling the shimmer effect.
- -Save As Default- lets you save your own default preset that will appear when the plugin initializes or you hit the reset button. That way, you can save your preferred color+size settings.
-Reset- resets the plugin-s state to your default preset.
-Tool Tips- gives you help texts explaining each plugin parameter during mouse hover-over.
Resizability:
- Plugin window fully resizable (click+drag bottom right icon).
UNREALISTIC EXPECTATIONS ALLOWED
When we-re talking reverbs, there are two fundamental philosophies: One tries to mimic the sound of a real physical space - while the other seeks to create an artificial space from an algorithm, free from the constraints of the natural world. The idea of an algorithmic reverb was first conceived in the 1960s - and evolved over the following decades, redefining the sound of modern music with every new technology leap (and improved memory chip!).
Crystalline follows in the tradition of the classic algorithmic reverbs, but adds new features and higher fidelity thanks to modern computer power. It is meant to sound unreal - in the most positive sense of the word. Its rooms and halls won-t sound anything like those in your house - but closer to those of your dreams!
PRESETS:
Crystalline comes loaded with more than 300 presets created by BABY Audio and friends of the house - including:
* Damian Taylor (Bjork, The Prodigy, The Killers, Arcade Fire)
* Michele Canova (John Legend, Alicia Keys, Olly Murs)
* Eric J Dubowsky (Flume, St. Vincent, Chet Faker, Kygo)
* Matt Sim (Nicki Minaj, Big Sean, Gucci Mane)
* M-Phazes (Eminem, Madonna, Demi Lovato)
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* Legal Disclaimer: EMT and Lexicon are not associated or affiliated with Baby Audio. The trademarks of other manufacturers are used solely to identify the products whose sounds were studied during our development of Crystalline. None of the aforementioned brands have licensed any intellectual property for use in Crystalline, nor have they endorsed or supported Crystalline.
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★★★★★ 5
A bewitching retelling of Arthurian legend!
Format: Kindle
In a land where the Fae have nearly become only a legend and those who still posses even a morsel of the blood are few and far between, Morgan finds herself cast aside by most of society due to her rumored half-Fae lineage, including her brother, King Arthur. With the kingdom at the brink of war, Arthur entrusts her with a quest to retrieve a Fae weapon of legendary power: the sword of Perun, Excalibur. Accompanied by men she loathes, Captain Kairos Draven and Ragnar Whitehorn, she embarks on her long and unbeknownst perilous journey, only to find that things she once believed to be myth are in fact very real. With devastating twists, omitted truths, witty banter and fierce action, Queen of Roses leaves you begging to know more about the secrets of Aercanum!
Wow, wow, wow! Going into this story, I did not realize that it was going to be a retelling of Arthurian legend, especially not one with a fantastical twist! The unique spin almost gave me The Witcher vibes and I think adding Fae into the mix was quite interesting. I knew the basics of the legend but after reading this book, it has piqued my interest and makes me want to learn more about it. My attention was snatched as soon as I finished the prologue and I knew that I was going to devour this story. I truly enjoyed the gender swaps and even how Arthur was portrayed as villainous. Morgan’s past and even her parts of her present is absolutely heartbreaking, and I felt for her at times. I can only recall one other book that made me hate characters the way I despised Florian and Arthur, leaving me with my blood boiling and feeling disgusted. Even after finishing the book, Draven is still a mystery to me and I cannot figure out how to feel about him. I guess they just means that the author did an excellent job at conveying each character’s persona! The rich world building and imagery made it easy for me to visualize the places that the group visited along their journey. I am truly engulfed in this story and I cannot wait to see wait fate awaits Morgan and how the Fae will be even more incorporated in the next book!.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2023
★★★★★ 4
Enchanting
Format: Kindle
"Queen of Roses" by Briar Boleyn is a delightful and refreshing reimagining of the classic tale of King Arthur, with a captivating twist that places the spotlight on Morgan, a character who has often been overshadowed in traditional retellings. Boleyn's creative decision to shift the narrative perspective to Morgan breathes new life into the story, offering readers an intriguing and compelling look at the Arthurian world from an entirely different angle.
One of the most commendable aspects of this book is its incorporation of Fae elements, which adds an enchanting layer of magic and mystery to the already familiar Arthurian setting. Boleyn skillfully weaves the world of the Fae into the narrative, creating a captivating backdrop against which the events of the story unfold. This addition not only adds depth to the world-building but also provides ample opportunities for twists and turns that keep readers thoroughly engrossed.
However, while the book boasts numerous strengths, it does have one noticeable flaw: the characterization of Morgan. While it is reasonable to create a flawed and complex protagonist, it appears that at times, Morgan's character becomes overly difficult and hard to relate to. Her persistently negative perception of one of the main male characters, who is a potential love interest, despite his efforts to support and assist her, may come across as somewhat irrational and could test the patience of some readers. Striking a balance between a strong, independent character and one who can recognize genuine support and affection could have enhanced the overall reader experience.
Nonetheless, the allure of "Queen of Roses" lies in its innovative approach to the Arthurian legend and its skillful blending of fantasy elements into a familiar narrative. Boleyn's evocative prose draws readers into a world where magic, destiny, and fate entwine, leaving us eager to uncover the mysteries that unfold within the pages.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2023
★★★★★ 5
An action-packed dark romantasy
Format: Kindle
I loved this book! Queen of Roses is an Arthurian-inspired dark romantasy that is the first book in the Blood of Fae series. The story follows Morgan, the princess of Camelot who is rumored to be part fae. Fueled by prejudiced hatred and a mistrust of fae blood, Morgan’s abusive father strips her of her birthright and hands it to her half-brother, Arthur. Instead of becoming queen, Morgan is commanded to join the temple of the goddesses when she comes of age.
However, Arthur turns into a psychopathic, power-hungry, fae-hating king as he ages. He develops malevolent plans and commands Morgan to find an ancient weapon with legendary power. Although Morgan is wary of Arthur’s intentions, she embraces the opportunity to go on a journey and potentially change her fate.
The story picks up from there and we follow Morgan on her quest to find the ancient relic. It’s full of high stakes adventure, mystery, tension, banter, forced proximity, hidden magic, self discovery, and betrayal. This first installment of the series intricately develops the world building and character development. There’s little romance in this book, but it is evident that it is a slow burn that will continue to develop throughout the remainder of the series.
Overall, I loved the world building, the epic fantasy, Morgan’s journey of self discovery, and all of the twists and turns that set the stage for the future installments. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
★★★★★ 4
Arthurian Fae Quest…say less.
Format: Kindle
A fae centered Arthurian tale unlike any I’ve read so far. The author did a great job at descriptive world building, with scenes easily playing out in my minds eye. There was plenty of action, suspense, and even a touch of horror. An enemies to lovers, slow burn romance, a quest, with plot twist and turns aplenty. There was a love triangle, which I’m not usually a fan of but, it played out well in this story line. The FMC, Morgan Pendragon, was so blatantly naïve, yet I typically expect as much in a ‘book one’ of a series, especially one that features a fairly sheltered princess. I was happy to read that in spite of this, she still showed a strong sense of morals, fire, and spine. Now our MMC? Kairos Draven, aka Void’s Edge. Oh, how I’m a sucker for a smoking’ hot grumpy warrior alpha with a witty mouth, and a strong sense of “touch her and die” attitude, so you know who held all my cards. That ending? Just made me swoon all the harder. Now add a battlecat that rivals the size of a horse…and well Ms. Briar Boleyn you have well and truly stolen my heart. I’m excited to see where the story goes from here, and follow along to see more of the characters growth. I went into this story fairly blind, and I think I enjoyed it all the more because of it.
Once the story got going, it had me in an absolute chokehold and it was difficult to put down.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
★★★★★ 3
Not a bad start
Format: Kindle
3 stars
Thank you Netgalley and Briar Boleyn for the ARC!
A camelot/king Arthur retelling with fae. I was hooked by the idea of this book immediately and was eager to jump into this world.
• slow burn
• enemies to lovers
• who did this to you
Morgan Pendragon watched her mother die by her father's hand when she was just eight years old, hiding under the bed. Morgan is believed to have the tainted blood of the fae in her veins and is cast aside so that her fathers illegitimate son, Arthur, can become the king. She's seen his cruel treatment of the fae firsthand, so when he sends her on a journey to find a fae weapon she seizes the opportunity to do more with her life. Along the way, she finds more than she could have imagined.
I don't know a whole lot about King Arthur and Camelot but I had a lot of fun with this story! The plot has some similar tropes to popular romantasy books (From blood and ash) but there's enough originality here that it doesn't feel like I'm reading a copy. I liked how the fae were different in appearance than what is typical in most fantasy books I've read. In this book they have blue hair, violet skin and a wide range of other characteristics. I thought that the world building was easy to follow and I could easily immerse myself into this world. After reading the blurb I kept wondering when she was going to go on the journey to find Excalibur and it doesn't happen until around the 45% mark.
The story is a bit slow at times but starts to pick up once they begin their journey to find Excalibur. The John Wick style Inn was a fun concept that I enjoyed reading about.
There are a lot of similarities to this and FBAA and I would have liked to have it be a little more different, but I'm hoping book two will have the story turn into something of its own. Overall I enjoyed reading this story and I'm looking forward to reading book two especially after that ending.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2023