HoRNet VHS 1.4.0 update

We at HoRNet Plugins are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated release of HoRNet VHS version 1.4.0. Our plugin is specifically designed to improve headphone mixing by applying frequency response correction and simulating room acoustics. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional producer, HoRNet VHS offers a range of features that will significantly enhance your workflow, allowing you to achieve better mixes and more accurate results when working with headphones.

HoRNet VHS (Virtual Headphones System) is the ultimate tool for anyone who mixes music with headphones. Traditional headphones often have a skewed frequency response, meaning the sound you hear while mixing may not accurately represent how your music will sound on other devices. This discrepancy can lead to mix problems when your track is played on speakers, making your final product sound different from what you intended. HoRNet VHS corrects these frequency response anomalies, providing you with a more accurate and reliable listening experience. This enables you to make better decisions while mixing, leading to a more professional-sounding result.

One of the standout features of HoRNet VHS is its ability to simulate the acoustics of a real-world studio. Using advanced room simulation algorithms, the plugin recreates the environment of a professional studio, providing you with the feeling of mixing with high-end studio monitors even when you’re using headphones. The room acoustics simulate the reflection, absorption, and diffusion that occur in an actual studio, making it easier to translate your mix from headphones to real-world playback systems. This simulation is incredibly useful for producers who may not have access to a professional studio setup, allowing them to work in an environment that mimics the performance of professional monitor speakers.

The new version of HoRNet VHS introduces even more versatility with the addition of customizable speaker models for the virtual room. Now, you can choose from a range of speakers to test how your mix will sound on different playback systems. For example, you can select an affordable speaker model, such as the Echo Dot, to check how your mix translates on lower-end consumer speakers. This feature is crucial, as it allows you to ensure that your mix will sound good on a variety of devices, from high-end speakers to more affordable, everyday products. Testing your mix on multiple systems ensures that you reach a wider audience, as people often listen to music on all kinds of different equipment.

This flexibility gives you the power to simulate multiple playback environments, which is key for creating well-rounded mixes that sound great in all situations. You can also compare your mix on different systems to see how it changes, allowing you to make adjustments to achieve a more balanced sound.

HoRNet VHS is also fully compatible with a wide range of digital audio workstations (DAWs). Whether you’re working in Ableton Live, Logic Pro X, FL Studio, or any other major DAW, you can seamlessly integrate the plugin into your existing setup. This means that no matter what software you’re using, HoRNet VHS fits right into your workflow without requiring additional configuration or adjustments. It’s designed to be user-friendly, ensuring that you spend less time navigating complex settings and more time focusing on your music.

Speaking of user-friendliness, one of the main strengths of HoRNet VHS is its intuitive user interface. Despite offering powerful and advanced features, the plugin is incredibly easy to use. The controls are clear and straightforward, with options that allow you to tweak the settings to suit your mixing style. This makes it an ideal tool for both beginners and experienced producers. Whether you’re new to mixing or a seasoned professional, you’ll find the interface to be approachable and convenient, helping you get the most out of the plugin without a steep learning curve.

In the latest update, we’ve also made a series of improvements to enhance the stability and performance of HoRNet VHS. One of the key fixes addresses an issue with room ambience settings not being applied correctly in every listener position. This update ensures that the room simulation is consistent and accurate, no matter where you are positioned within the virtual space. As a result, you can trust that your mixing environment will be the same each time you use the plugin, ensuring that your mixes are more reliable and predictable.

We’ve also resolved a crash issue that occurred when opening sessions saved with a speaker simulation set. Now, you can rest assured that your projects will open smoothly, even if you’ve saved them with specific speaker settings. This fix makes the plugin more stable and eliminates potential disruptions to your workflow, saving you time and frustration.

For macOS users, we’ve removed the previous requirement for Metal and OpenGL. These requirements could sometimes cause compatibility issues for certain systems, so by removing them, we’ve expanded the plugin’s compatibility and made it easier to install and use on a wider range of macOS devices. This update will ensure that HoRNet VHS works seamlessly across different macOS versions, making it more accessible to a broader audience.

On Windows, we’ve fixed an issue where the UI would become distorted when text zoom was set to more than 100%. With this fix, the plugin now looks and functions correctly, even when users adjust the display for accessibility purposes. Additionally, we’ve introduced a light and dark theme option for the user interface. This feature allows you to choose the visual style that best suits your preferences and working environment, enhancing comfort during long mixing sessions.

Another exciting addition in this release is the inclusion of 29 new headphone profiles. The more profiles we add, the greater the variety of headphones you can simulate, ensuring that you can check how your mix will sound on a wider range of devices. Whether you’re using a high-end pair of headphones or a more affordable set, HoRNet VHS has a profile for you. This makes the plugin even more versatile and ensures that your mixes sound great on all types of headphones.

All of these improvements and new features are available for free to existing owners of the HoRNet VHS plugin. To download the latest version, simply use HoRNet DoIn or visit the “My Account” page on our website. We’re committed to continually improving HoRNet VHS to ensure that it remains the best headphone mixing tool available.

If you haven’t tried HoRNet VHS yet, now is the perfect time to experience what it can do. Whether you’re a musician, a producer, or an audio engineer, this plugin will transform your mixing process and help you create professional-sounding mixes. No matter where you’re working or what equipment you have, HoRNet VHS provides a virtual studio environment that helps your music translate across all playback systems. Upgrade your headphone mixing experience today and take your mixes to the next level.