HoRNet VHS 1.4.1 update

We at HoRNet Plugins are excited to announce the release of HoRNet VHS version 1.4.1, the latest update to our innovative plugin designed to enhance headphone-based mixing through frequency response correction and virtual room simulation. This update includes important bug fixes and further refines the plugin’s ability to help producers, engineers, and musicians create professional-sounding mixes—entirely on headphones.

HoRNet VHS (Virtual Headphones System) is a state-of-the-art headphone correction and room emulation tool. Its primary function is to correct the frequency response of your headphones based on real-world measurements and simulate the acoustic environment of a professional studio. This allows users to make more confident mixing decisions, especially when they cannot work with studio monitors or in treated rooms.

The plugin is built to address a common problem in modern music production: the difficulty of achieving mixes on headphones that translate well to other playback systems. VHS corrects the natural coloration of over 280 supported headphone models, adjusting their frequency response to flatten their output. This correction is essential because every headphone has its own tonal imbalance, which can mislead your ears during critical listening and mixing decisions. By applying precise frequency compensation, HoRNet VHS ensures that what you hear is accurate and representative.

But HoRNet VHS doesn’t stop at headphone correction. What sets it apart is the room simulation engine, which recreates the spatial characteristics of real mixing rooms using advanced algorithms. The simulation mimics speaker playback in a professionally treated room, allowing you to perceive depth, space, and panning just as you would in a physical studio. This makes it possible to mix more naturally, improve stereo imaging, and make better judgments about reverb and effects levels.

In the latest versions, we’ve introduced the ability to select different speaker models within the simulated room. You can choose to emulate the sound of high-end studio monitors, consumer speakers, or even compact devices like the Amazon Echo Dot. This allows you to check how your mix will sound across a wide range of playback systems without ever leaving your DAW. It’s like having a complete monitoring setup built directly into your plugin chain.

The HoRNet VHS interface is designed to be intuitive and efficient. With its clean layout and minimal controls, the plugin is accessible even to users who are not deeply familiar with mixing or acoustic concepts. At the same time, it offers powerful customization for advanced users who want to tweak parameters such as room size, listening position, and speaker placement. This flexibility means that HoRNet VHS can suit virtually any workflow or mixing approach.

One of the standout features is its cross-platform compatibility. Whether you use FL Studio, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, Reaper, or another DAW, HoRNet VHS integrates seamlessly thanks to support for major plugin formats like VST, AU, and AAX. It is lightweight, stable, and optimized for both macOS and Windows, ensuring reliable performance in professional environments or on the go.

Version 1.4.1 focuses on improving stability and reliability, addressing user-reported issues to ensure a smoother experience:

• Fixed a crash issue with FL Studio, where users experienced plugin failure when opening or closing sessions.

• Resolved random volume spikes during plugin initialization, a rare but disruptive behavior that affected a small number of users.

These fixes ensure that HoRNet VHS continues to be a robust and dependable part of your mixing toolkit. Whether you’re working on music production, sound design, or post-production, you can rely on VHS to deliver accurate and consistent monitoring.

The update is, as always, free for existing plugin owners. You can download version 1.4.1 from your personal area on the HoRNet website, or quickly install it using HoRNet DoIn, our dedicated downloader and installer tool.

With the music production world becoming more mobile and remote than ever, being able to trust your headphones is no longer just a convenience—it’s a necessity. HoRNet VHS bridges the gap between home setups and professional studios, giving you the confidence to mix with precision, regardless of where you are.

To summarize, HoRNet VHS offers:

• Precise headphone frequency correction for over 280 models

• Realistic room simulation that mimics professional studio acoustics

• Speaker emulation options, from high-end monitors to consumer devices

• Simple and intuitive interface for fast results

• Support for all major DAWs and plugin formats

• Reliable performance with low CPU usage and minimal latency

• Continuous updates based on user feedback

Whether you’re a home producer mixing in headphones out of necessity or a professional looking to fine-tune your mix on the go, HoRNet VHS is the ultimate monitoring solution. It helps you bridge the gap between the headphone world and the studio world, making it easier than ever to create mixes that translate everywhere.