sonible true:balance Spectral Analyzer Plug-in User Manual

User manual for sonible's true:balance spectral analyzer plug-in, covering installation, authorization, interface, and usage for comparing audio mixes to…


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Brand
sonible
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
18
File format
PDF
File size
1.7 MB
Published
05 November, 2026
Updated
05 November, 2026
MD5 checksum
13E5981256176DE5EA8B8CCE43F80C83

About this manual

This manual guides users through installing and using the true:balance spectral analyzer plug-in by sonible. It explains how to authorize the plug-in via license key or iLok, navigate its user interface, and compare audio mixes against spectral references. The plug-in helps identify issues with mono compatibility and low-end clarity. It also includes features like presets for saving configurations and settings for customizing the display and behavior.

The manual covers system requirements, installation steps for Mac and Windows, licensing options, and detailed explanations of key readouts, spectrum display, and reference targets. It also describes the mono check feature and how to manage presets for consistent comparisons across multiple tracks.

What's inside

  • Installation
  • Authorization
  • User Interface
  • Key Readouts
  • Spectrum Display
  • Spectral References
  • Mono Check
  • Presets
  • Settings

Specifications

CPUIntel Core i5, Apple M1

Frequently asked questions

How do I install true:balance on Mac?

Open the disk image sonible_truebalance_osx_x.x.x.dmg, then run the installer file truebalance.pkg.

What are the licensing options for true:balance?

You can choose machine-based licensing or iLok (USB dongle) licensing. Machine-based licenses allow installation on two computers with unique system IDs, while iLok licenses require transferring activation via the sonible Dashboard.

How do I compare my mix to a reference?

Use the Reference Dropdown to select a genre, or load custom reference tracks. The Spectrum Display and Key Readouts show real-time spectral comparison and deviations from the reference.

What does the Mono Check feature do?

It analyzes the width and correlation of your signal to identify potential mono compatibility issues, displaying a filter shape to indicate spectral problems.

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