This EQ is Pink - Bloom by Oeksound (Patreon)

I just reviewed the new plugin called Bloom by Oeksound, alongside their other spectral-based plugins, Soothe and Spiff. Here's a concise overview:

• Bloom is advertised as a tone shaper but functions similarly to an EQ with four adjustable frequency bands, each with its gain control. It features a global amount knob to scale adjustments across all bands, spectral compression through a "squash" setting, and customizable attack and release times for dynamic response.
• Stereo Mode adjustments allow for separate control over mid and side channel volumes, enhancing spatial manipulation. The plugin quality can be adjusted based on CPU capacity, and while it offers a range of presets, its interface is not resizable, and the pink color scheme is fixed.
• Drawbacks include its high price point ($200), which is considered excessive for its functionality, and the requirement for iLok even for trial versions, detracting from its accessibility.
• Functionality is centered on subtle tonal adjustments rather than significant EQ changes, making it suitable for adding warmth, clarity, and removing harshness without introducing phase issues. Its operation is content-aware, potentially utilizing AI to adjust to different instrumental characteristics, though this aspect remains unclear.
• Usage Experience shows it excels in subtle vibe changes rather than drastic EQ shifts, operating more as a tone shaper. However, the price and iLok requirement are significant downsides.

Overall, Bloom by Oeksound is a sophisticated, spectral-based tool for nuanced audio shaping, albeit with considerations regarding cost and software requirements.

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