MIA Laboratories 980 Spark MKII

Compressor & Saturator Plugin

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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 VST3 Format
Free iLok account required, USB dongle optional
iLok Cloud compatible, dongle optional
iLok Dongle Required
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Introducing 980 Spark MkII - an audio plugin that blends vintage pre-amp warmth with modern digital precision and flexibility.

Engineered for quick, intuitive workflows in sound design and mastering, it delivers a unique saturation experience by simultaneously adjusting the spectral, dynamic, and harmonic content of your sound.

Under the hood, the 980 Spark MkII leverages the precision of MIA Compressor ONE, the distinctive character of the Musiqual EQ series, and the power of the 990 Spark Multiband.

It offers transparent dynamic control combined with musical coloration - featuring Tube, Class A, or FET character - and rich harmonic distortion.

Its powerful saturation engine features 10 saturation algorithms, ranging from waveshaping to analog distortion emulation.

Unlock a vast palette of textures - from subtle warmth to bold, aggressive distortion - with unique control via a XY screen and dedicated filters.

980's modular design allows you to rearrange the processing modules on the fly, for endless creative possibilities.

With 76 built-in presets, and the ability to create your own, 980 Spark MkII can easily fit every workflow, while 4x oversampling ensures exceptional clarity throughout your signal chain. 

System Requirements

  • MacOS 10.12 Sierra and above
  • Windows 7 and above (64-bit only)
  • Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon CPU
  • Free iLok account and iLok License Manager
  • iLok Cloud and iLok USB licensing methods are supported

Plugin Formats

AAX Native, AU, and VST3

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.

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