I-DEB

Automatic Buzz & Hum Removal
Removes buzzes and hums from audio recordings while preserving the wanted signal and minimizing unwanted side effects.

Advanced Harmonic Analysis
Analyzes the signal to identify and remove hum fundamentals and their harmonics across the audio spectrum.

Removes Complex Electrical Noise
Designed to eliminate electrical hums, buzzes, and related interference commonly found in recordings and audio systems.

Wide Frequency Coverage
Removes buzzes and hums with fundamental frequencies up to 500Hz while addressing associated harmonics throughout the spectrum.

Wandering Tone Detection
Detects and removes buzzes whose frequencies drift over time instead of remaining fixed.

Automatic Frequency Tracking
Tracks unstable or fluctuating hum frequencies automatically when Tracking mode is enabled.

Drift Compensation
Can follow frequency variations of approximately ±2% from the selected fundamental frequency.

Minimal Audio Artefacts
Removes hum and buzz without introducing the hollow sound or bandwidth limitations associated with traditional comb and notch filters.

Preserves Original Audio Quality
Reduces unwanted noise while maintaining the integrity and clarity of the desired signal.

Frequency Control
Allows users to specify the expected hum or buzz fundamental frequency for accurate detection and removal.

Confidence Meter
Provides visual feedback showing how accurately the detected hum frequency matches the selected target frequency.

Real-Time Frequency Monitoring
Displays detected fundamental frequencies and tracking status during processing.

Bandwidth Control
Limits processing to a selected frequency range, helping protect unaffected parts of the audio signal.

Targeted Harmonic Processing
Focuses processing only on the frequency region containing the hum and its harmonics for cleaner results.

Threshold Adjustment
Allows fine control over hum detection sensitivity to balance noise removal and signal preservation.

Reduction Control
Lets users determine how much hum or buzz attenuation is applied to the signal.

Support for Multiple Hum Sources
Multiple instances can be used in series to address recordings containing several hum fundamentals or complex buzz structures.

Tape Recording Cleanup
Removes hum and buzz from analogue tape recordings and archival audio.

Digital Recording Restoration
Cleans unwanted electrical noise from digital recordings.

Electric Guitar Noise Reduction
Suitable for reducing hum and buzz in electric guitar recordings and productions.

Audio Restoration Workflow
Designed for professional audio restoration and repair applications.

Post-Sampling Cleanup
Useful for removing hum and buzz after sampling and audio transfer processes.

DAW Integration
Operates directly within existing audio workstation environments.

Professional Restoration Tool
Provides highly effective buzz and hum suppression for demanding audio restoration projects.

iLok Authorization
Authorized using either a physical iLok device or iLok Cloud licensing.

Single User License
Supplied as a licensed software product for individual users.

Digital Download Delivery
Delivered as a downloadable installation package for Mac and Windows systems.

Cross-Platform Compatibility
Compatible with both macOS and Windows operating systems.

Professional Plug-In Formats
Supports AAX Native, AU, and VST3 plug-in formats for use in major audio production environments.

General Specifications
Product Type: Audio Restoration Plug-In
Product Identifier: I-DEB
Processing Function: Buzz And Hum Removal
Application: Audio Restoration
License Type: Single User License
Authorization Method: Physical iLok Or iLok Cloud
Platform Support: macOS, Windows

Processing Specifications
Processing Type: Debuzzing
Target Artifacts: Buzz, Hum
Supported Fundamental Frequency Range: Up To 500 Hz
Operation: Real-Time Processing
Audio Restoration Capability: Yes
Wandering Tone Tracking: Yes
Harmonic Analysis: Yes
Full Spectrum Processing: Yes
Artifact-Free Restoration: Yes

Algorithm Specifications
Detection Method: Fundamental Frequency And Harmonic Analysis
Tracking Capability: Automatic Fundamental Frequency Tracking
Frequency Drift Compensation: Up To ±2% Of Selected Frequency
Example Drift Compensation: Approximately ±1 Hz At 50 Hz
Confidence Monitoring: Yes
Confidence Meter: Included
Bandwidth-Limited Processing: User Adjustable

Controls
Frequency: User Adjustable Fundamental Frequency Selection
Bandwidth: User Adjustable Processing Bandwidth
Threshold: Buzz/Hum Level Detection Adjustment
Reduction: Buzz/Hum Attenuation Adjustment
Tracking: Automatic Frequency Tracking Enable/Disable
Confidence Meter: Fundamental Detection Confidence Display
Frequency Readout: Fundamental Frequency Display

Control Specifications
Frequency Function: Defines Expected Fundamental Frequency
Bandwidth Function: Limits Processing Range And Harmonic Analysis
Threshold Function: Determines Detected Buzz/Hum Level
Reduction Function: Determines Amount Of Buzz/Hum Removal
Tracking Function: Tracks Jittery Fundamentals
Tracking Range: Up To 2% Of Selected Frequency

Signal Processing Features
Removes Buzz Across Entire Audio Spectrum: Yes
Removes Hum Across Entire Audio Spectrum: Yes
Tracks Wandering Frequencies: Yes
Multi-Instance Processing For Complex Buzzes: Supported
Supports Multiple Harmonic Structures: Yes

Applications
Audio Restoration: Yes
Electrical Noise Removal: Yes
Tape Recording Cleanup: Yes
Digital Recording Cleanup: Yes
Electric Guitar Recording Cleanup: Yes
Stringed Instrument Production: Yes
Post-Sampling Cleanup: Yes

Plug-In Formats
AAX Native 64-Bit: Supported
AU: Supported
VST3: Supported

DAW Compatibility
Host Compatibility: Major Audio And AV Hosts Supporting AAX, AU And VST3

Operating System Requirements
macOS: OS X 10.13 Or Later
Windows: Windows 10 64-Bit Or Later

Pro Tools Compatibility
Pro Tools 12 Ultimate 64-Bit: Supported
Pro Tools 2018 Ultimate 64-Bit: Supported
Pro Tools 2019 Ultimate 64-Bit: Supported
Pro Tools 2021 Ultimate 64-Bit: Supported
Pro Tools 2022 Ultimate 64-Bit: Supported
Pro Tools 2024 Ultimate 64-Bit: Supported

Licensing
Authorization: iLok USB Key Or iLok Cloud
Delivery Method: Digital Download