HoRNet SAMP updated to version 1.2.12: improved Pro Tools stability and UI performance.
We are thrilled to announce the release of version 1.2.12 of HoRNet SAMP, our innovative plugin developed to streamline mixing in Dolby Atmos and multichannel environments. This update brings several important fixes and enhancements that further solidify SAMP as a vital tool for immersive audio production. If you’re working in spatial audio or surround mixing, HoRNet SAMP is built to transform your workflow and deliver precise, consistent results across every track.
In version 1.2.12, we’ve addressed several critical issues reported by users, improving both stability and usability, particularly in Pro Tools environments. Among the key updates:
Fixed crashes that occurred when loading SAMP in Pro Tools, improving reliability across sessions.
Solved the error 30001 issue that affected mono tracks in Pro Tools, ensuring smooth operation across all channel formats.
Resolved an issue that caused the user interface to freeze when more than two dynamic bands were active, significantly enhancing the plugin’s responsiveness during complex sessions.
These improvements reflect our commitment to supporting professionals who rely on HoRNet plugins in high-stakes production environments. Whether you’re mixing for film, music, or VR/AR content, the new version of SAMP delivers the performance and reliability required for today’s demanding workflows.
But what truly sets HoRNet SAMP apart is not just stability or compatibility—it’s the conceptual innovation behind how it functions. SAMP stands for Surround Audio Master Processor, and it’s designed to replicate the familiar feel of working with a master bus processor, even when that traditional workflow becomes more complex in multichannel formats like Dolby Atmos.
In stereo mixing, producers and engineers often rely on a single master bus to apply shared processing like EQ, compression, limiting, and clipping. This ensures cohesion across all elements of a mix. In an Atmos or multichannel environment, however, this workflow becomes more challenging, since there is no single output path through which all signals pass. That’s where HoRNet SAMP makes a difference.
By using SAMP, you can link multiple plugin instances across different tracks or stems. Once linked, any change you make to one instance—whether it’s a gain adjustment, EQ curve, or compressor setting—is automatically reflected in all others. This means you can apply shared processing across your entire Atmos session, preserving the consistency and tonal balance of your mix with no need for routing tricks or external buses.
This functionality offers enormous time savings and workflow efficiency. Instead of tweaking the same settings manually across dozens of tracks, you make changes once and let SAMP do the rest. It’s like having a centralized control panel for your entire spatial mix. This is especially useful when you need to apply the same limiting or saturation curve to every bed and object to maintain consistent loudness and color across the mix.
Another major benefit of HoRNet SAMP is its support for dynamic processing with full control over multiple bands. This allows you to sculpt your sound with surgical precision, targeting specific frequency ranges independently. Whether you want to tame midrange harshness, enhance low-end punch, or smooth out high frequencies, SAMP gives you the tools you need—without adding unnecessary complexity.
In addition, the plugin supports clipping and limiting, essential tools for controlling peak levels and maximizing perceived loudness. All of these tools are integrated into the plugin’s streamlined interface, making it easy to navigate and adjust parameters in real time. The updated version ensures that even in dense sessions with many active instances, the plugin remains responsive and efficient.
For users working in Dolby Atmos, this kind of precise, shared control across multiple elements is more than a luxury—it’s a necessity. Spatial mixes often contain dozens or even hundreds of elements, each requiring tight level and tone control to create a coherent experience. SAMP empowers you to deliver cohesive, professional-sounding mixes without fighting your DAW’s limitations.
The plugin also includes support for linked bypass, allowing you to instantly A/B your mix with or without shared processing across all instances. This is particularly useful during final stages of a mix or when collaborating with clients, making it easy to demonstrate the impact of your processing choices without confusion or guesswork.
From a usability standpoint, SAMP features a clean, resizable vector interface, ensuring sharp graphics on any display and flexibility across screen sizes and workflows. It runs natively on both macOS (including Apple Silicon) and Windows, with support for 64-bit formats in VST2, VST3, AU, and AAX plugin standards.
At just €59.99, HoRNet SAMP is an affordable powerhouse. It delivers a feature set that’s not only rare in this price range, but almost nonexistent in other tools tailored for immersive formats. For those curious to see how it fits into their setup, we offer a fully functional demo version available for download. You can test all its capabilities before making a commitment and experience firsthand how it reshapes the way you approach spatial audio mixing.
Whether you’re a post-production professional, a music producer exploring Atmos, or an audio engineer looking to improve the consistency of multichannel projects, HoRNet SAMP gives you the edge you need. It’s a plugin designed to bridge the gap between traditional stereo workflows and the challenges of modern immersive formats.
With the release of version 1.2.12, SAMP is more stable, powerful, and user-friendly than ever. We invite you to download the latest version, try the demo, and discover why HoRNet SAMP is becoming the go-to solution for immersive mixing professionals around the world.
