Mackie 的數位似乎越來越完備，又推出兩款專為 Digital 8-Bus設計的 Plug-Ins。這些廠商也很聰明，知道硬體不容易賺錢，開發這些 Plug-Ins 不但增加硬體附加價值和競爭力，軟體的利潤也高很多。只是 Mackie 從以前做的軟體界面常偏暗色系，往往看起來不是很清楚，讓人還沒使用前就感覺不是很好。硬體廠商要走軟體路線只怕還是不太容易。 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR> (from Harmony Central) Mackie Introduces Two New Plug-Ins for the Digital 8-Bus Final Mix (MSRP $399 U.S.) Final Mix is an astonishing new development from Acuma Labs, one of Mackie's software development teams, that brings unprecedented real-time mastering capabilities for the Mackie D8B. A professional stereo mastering plug-in, it offers multi-band compression, six band (pre and post) parametric EQs and editable key and crossover points--Final Mix is a must-have for virtually any application. The six-band parametric (pre-dynamics) and a six-band parametric (post dynamics) equalizer visually portrays a mix using colored balls that can be easily edited on the drag and drop screen to create precise EQ curves. Additionally, Final Mix offers three separate dynamics processors, (one for each band), with individual threshold, attack and release times that can be applied to any section of a recording to craft a robust sound or to correct a sonic problem. From the top level, a third window represents compressor keying and crossover band points using familiar edit nodes that can be dragged from the left or right of the screen to adjust compression levels. Movable key filters allow a user to "zero in" on specific frequencies to manipulate key gain, frequency centers, and bandwidth of a selected point. Crossover slopes and frequencies are effortless to edit as preset options can be easily altered from the numeric windows. DSR-1 (MSRP $299 U.S.) The DSR-1 (de esser) is a highly accurate, frequency controlled, three-band dynamic processor that enables a user to quickly isolate and correct superfluous sibilance in vocal and instrument recordings. The DSR-1 reduces annoying sibilant and popping sounds that are often found in recordings without loosing essential crisp, top-end clarity. The DSR-1, with its funky retro looks and simple chicken head controls, is a highly professional tool that is ideal for editing vocals, instrumentals, and other sources. The DSR-1 is an invaluable plug-in for the D8B that can save a great recording by removing troublesome frequencies. http://www.mackie.com <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>