Stereo Tool Settings Jun 2026

Set to at least 4x (or 8x if your CPU permits) to eliminate aliasing distortion in the high frequencies. True Peak Limiter (BS.1775 / LUFS)

For FM broadcast, new critical settings appear. The section (most of the world uses 50 µs, the US uses 75 µs) applies a deliberate boost to high frequencies before transmission so a receiver's de-emphasis filter can cut the noise floor. Without proper pre-emphasis, your broadcast will sound dull and lifeless.

: Experts recommend calibrating input levels to roughly -12 dBFS peaks to provide sufficient headroom for the processor to work without early clipping. Operational Tips Stereo Tool vs. master_me #6997 - GitHub stereo tool settings

Turn this on to correct phase distortions introduced by microphone placement or analog equipment.

Avoid using artificial micro-delays between left and right channels, as they cause severe comb-filtering when the audio is summed to mono (e.g., when played on a smartphone speaker). Set to at least 4x (or 8x if

Set to a slow attack and decay (e.g., 5 to 10 seconds). You want it to ride the volume levels subtly, not pump with the beat.

Set this slightly above your noise floor (around -40 dB). This stops the AGC from boosting background hiss, computer fans, or room noise when no one is speaking. Without proper pre-emphasis, your broadcast will sound dull

Saving your work is simple. In the UI, pressing the button captures all current audio settings as a .sts preset file. To load a preset, click the Load button and navigate to the desired file, choosing the "All Audio Settings" option for a complete recall.

Excellent for web radio stations playing pop, rock, or electronic music.

Warning: Don’t use the Declipper on already clean material. It will add unwanted harmonic distortion. Use the "Bypass" button when processing modern, well-limited tracks.