HOFA IQ Series DeEsser

De-Esser Plugin

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    No physical product will be shipped to you!

    In most cases, the product you purchase from us is a serial number/license code/activation code to register the product with the manufacturer and download directly from them. This ensures you receive the latest version of products, and the best support when necessary.

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    For detailed instructions on the registration/download process, you can visit our dedicated page by clicking here: Install Instructions.

Education Proof

Products with education pricing are for students & teachers only. To prove your education status we require that you upload proof in the form of an image/PDF.

Types of proof

Student

Student ID Card, Letter of enrollment, or similar

Teacher/Lecturer

Teacher ID Card, Lecturer ID Card, Payslip, Letter from the school/college

Education proof is submitted to the manufacturer and is accepted at their discretion.

The Basics

iLok is a copy protection method used by many of our brands.

It has 3 types of activations, iLok USB, iLok Machine, and iLok Cloud.

Different brands/products will offer different iLok methods. iLok USB is always an option, but the availability of iLok Cloud and iLok Machine methods is at the discretion of the software developer.

iLok Account

For all iLok protected products, you will need an iLok account. You can create one for free here: ilok.com/#!registration

iLok License Manager

To manage your iLok licenses, there is a dedicated app called iLok License Manager. This app is used to register, activate, and move your licenses between locations.

You can download the latest installers from the iLok website: ilok.com/#!home

iLok USB Key

iLok USB

This activation is stored on an iLok 2 or 3 USB key.

It is the best option for portability, if you frequently move between multiple machines, and offline use.

iLok Machine ID

Machine ID

This activation is stored locally on your computer.

While this is a convenient way to work offline, and does not require the additional cost of an iLok USB, there is the risk of a license being lost in the case of a drive failure.

This option also requires extra care when you upgrade to a new computer, the license(s) must be deactivated on your old machine first to ensure you do not lose them.

iLok Cloud

iLok Cloud

This activation is based online, and requires a "cloud session" using the iLok License Manager.

It requires an active internet connection for the entire time you use the plugin(s).
View System Requirements
AAX Native - Compatible with Pro Tools 11 and above
AudioUnits Format
RTAS - Compatible with Pro Tools 9 and below
VST2 Format VST3 Format
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The HOFA IQ-Series DeEsser is the best tool for editing harsh sibilance in vocals or in an entire mix. The specialized and very natural sounding voice recognition makes the IQ-Series DeEsser easy to use and very intuitive.

De-Essing in its most natural form and a BUS mode that is second to none.

The groundbreaking BUS mode can control a selectable frequency range with extraordinary precision.

This makes the IQ-Series DeEsser a game-changer for mixing and mastering.

The integrated voice recognition algorithm can control sibilants in a very transparent and effective way. The vocal sound remains natural and authentic, even with heavy processing.

The plugin has 3 editing modes for individual tracks and a BUS mode which works with a different and absolutely new algorithm: the frequency range is monitored in high resolution and frequency peaks are attenuated.

Features
  • Intelligent processing of high-frequency content
  • Attenuation of aggressive frequencies in vocals, speech, instruments & entire mixes
  • Very natural vocal sound, even with heavy gain reduction
  • Great results with simple operation
  • Custom-made voice recognition by HOFA for precise attenuation of unpleasant sibilance
  • 4 Modes for different applications:
  • WIDE – the standard for successful vocal de-essing
  • DARK – perfect for bright vocals
  • PEAK – hissing and resonating sibilance are history
  • BUS – ideal for mix groups, mastering, stems and unbalanced vocal- & instrument sounds
  • Support for Mac and PC, 32 and 64-bit DAWs
Licenses

You can use the HOFA-Plugins Manager to install and activate the software on two machines at the same time. It is possible to deactivate licenses and transfer them to another machine. HOFA plugins can be activated and used offline. A description of the activation and deactivation process is available here.

Licenses on USB flash drives can be used alongside the licenses from other plugin manufacturers.

Compatibility

All HOFA plugins are compatible with Windows 7/8/10, Vista and WinXP, as well as Intel Macs with OS X 10.7 up to macOS 10.14 (Mojave).
Audio Unit, VST, VST3, RTAS and AAX, 32 and 64 Bit.

HOFA constantly test their plugins with the following DAWs:
Ableton Live, Apple Logic, Avid Pro Tools, Bitwig, Cockos Reaper, Image-Line FL Studio, Magix Samplitude/Sequoia, Presonus Studio One, Steinberg Cubase/Nuendo/Wavelab

Crossgrade Proof

This crossgrade is for owners of a competing DAW. To prove your DAW ownership, we require that you upload proof in the form of an image/PDF.

Types of proof

A copy of your purchase receipt for the original license or the most recent update/upgrade

A screenshot of your product registration

A photo of your package (either CD/DVD or printed manual), with the unique serial number included in the photo.

Get a free upgrade to RX10

This offer is valid until RX10's release.

Eligible Products

Purchase one of the following products:

  • RX9 Standard
  • RX9 Standard - Crossgrade from any paid iZotope product
  • RX9 Standard - Upgrade from any RX Standard, Advanced, or Post Production Suite
  • RX9 Standard - Upgrade from RX Elements/Plugin Pack
  • RX9 Advanced
  • RX9 Advanced - Crossgrade from any paid iZotope product
  • RX9 Advanced - Upgrade from RX Advanced 1-8, or Post Production Suite 1-5
  • RX9 Advanced - Upgrade from RX Standard 1-8
  • RX9 Advanced - Upgrade from RX Elements/Plugin Pack
  • RX Post Production Suite 6
  • RX Post Production Suite 6 - Upgrade from RX Post Production Suite 1-5
  • RX Post Production Suite 6 - Upgrade from RX Advanced 1-8
  • RX Post Production Suite 6 - Upgrade from RX Standard 1-8
  • RX Post Production Suite 6 - Upgrade from RX Post Production Suite 1-8

Exclusions

Only the upgrades and crossgrades specified above are eligible. All others listed apply to the full version of the product only. Education versions are not eligible.