Hello all. I really like the Lindell 80 channel strip for its gate. However, when trying to automate it, I realized it's very buggy and unreliable. Does anyone know a gate plugin as powerful as that one that could be normally automated? I tried ReaGate, but couldn't come close to the same sound...

 

Polyverse Gatekeeper. I more often use this as an effect, because the Noise Gate in Logic is simple and perfect how it is. I also like to sidechain Logic's gate to my kick track and Logic's test oscillator to add sub to the kick. Gatekeeper is way beyond that simple stuff.

Fabfilter Pro-G is the in-between option for me. You probably already have it.


Gatekeeper allows for automation, making it a versatile tool for controlling and shaping audio dynamics.
Here's a more detailed explanation of Gatekeeper's capabilities:

• Noise Gate Functionality:
  Gatekeeper is designed as a versatile volume modulator and can act as a noise gate, allowing you to silence unwanted noise or parts of your sound.
• Automation Features:
  The plugin allows for sample-accurate volume automation and can function as an LFO, envelope, step sequencer, and more.
• Rhythmic Gating:
  Its strength lies in rhythmic gating, providing precise control over audio modulation.
• Smoothing Algorithm:
  Gatekeeper utilizes a unique variable smoothing algorithm, enabling users to achieve drastic gating effects without unwanted clicks or pops.
• CV/MIDI Output:
  Gatekeeper can even output CV and MIDI, expanding its use for control of external hardware.
• Gain, Pan, and Envelope Controls:
  You have gain, pan, and envelope controls for each envelope, allowing for creative possibilities
• Automating Nodes:
  Right-click on a node and select "Automate" to bind it to one of the 64 automation channels available.
• Multiple Modes:
  Gatekeeper can operate as a simple ADSR, an LFO, or a complex envelope, step sequencer, or sample-accurate volume automator.

 

Not here.

I could.

Spoiler: dry

Spoiler: threshold automation, 9 different levels

Spoiler: Lindell 80 (output adjusted!) vs ReaGate

The decisive trick is to set ReaGate Attack to 0, Hold to ~ 100, and Release to ~130ms