The Elysia Xmax is a groundbreaking multiband Class-A Mid/Side analogue processor designed for mastering, mixing, and live sound applications, offering unmatched precision, dynamic control, and tonal shaping through advanced features like multiband compression, smart release control, a soft clipper, and high-end analogue metering. Designed for the Masterbus At the core of the Elysia Xmax lies its innovative Class-A circuitry with integrated Mid/Side processing. This unique architecture ensures pristine audio quality while preserving the natural integrity of the mix. The multiband compressor divides the signal into low, mid, and side bands, allowing engineers to precisely adjust dynamics across specific frequency ranges. Whether tightening the low-end, enhancing midrange punch, or widening the stereo field, the Xmax provides ultimate control for shaping sound. The Soft Clipper, adapted from Elysia's renowned alpha compressor, drives the signal harder while preventing unwanted clipping at the external AD converters. High-quality analogue meters offer real-time feedback on signal levels, compression, and clipping, enabling professionals to monitor every aspect of the processing chain. Versatility Across Applications Whether used in recording, mixing, mastering, or live sound scenarios, the Elysia Xmax ensures powerful and transparent dynamics processing. It excels not only on the master bus but also on other stereo buses such as drum, vocal, or instrument groups. By leveraging its multiband controls, professionals can craft a focused and impactful low-end, achieve tight and punchy midrange elements, or introduce lush stereo width to enhance the spatial depth of a mix. The intuitive Smart Global Release Control streamlines compression behaviour across all bands, ensuring cohesion and balance. The VariLink function allows users to flexibly link bands for tailored compression responses, while the alternative Punch setting delivers aggressive and dynamic compression when needed. Additionally, the side band mono-maker centres low-frequency content for a solid bass foundation. Tone Control further simplifies tonal adjustments through a single-knob shelving EQ, providing effortless sound sculpting. Advanced Signal Flow The Elysia Xmax utilises sophisticated Mid-Side processing to split the stereo signal into Mid and Side components. The Mid signal undergoes further division into low and mid bands, resulting in three independent compressors within a single unit. After compression, the signal passes through a high-shelf filter for a polished, analogue high-end. The processor then decodes the signal back to stereo, applies the Soft Clipper to prevent digital clipping, and concludes with output control. This meticulously designed signal path delivers record-ready sound with clarity, punch, and versatility. Precision, Power, and Flexibility Engineers seeking a powerful tool to enhance mixes, shape tones, and manage dynamics will find the Elysia Xmax to be an essential addition to their workflow. Its combination of advanced features, flexible formats, and unparalleled audio quality makes it the ultimate choice for professional studios and live sound applications. The Elysia Xmax sets a new standard in multiband Mid/Side compression, offering effortless results with uncompromised sonic integrity.
