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Stereo Helper

by Press Play
Best for Mixers and producers who need a lightweight stereo utility for width, mid/side balance, phase checks, and mono compatibility on tracks, groups, and buses.
Free alternative to
Waves S1 Stereo Imager View on Plugin Boutique
Waves S1 Stereo Imager
STEREOLAB View on ADSR
STEREOLAB

Key Features

  • Mid/side processing and preview of mid or side channels.
  • Independent mid and side gain controls.
  • Stereo-width control and natural-delay depth.
  • Mono compatibility checker and mono-input indicator.
  • Panning, phase inversion, and left/right channel swap.
  • Zero-latency operation with low CPU use.
  • Windows and macOS VST/AU builds listed as version 1.2.0.

Description

Stereo Helper is a lightweight stereo mix-control plug-in by Press Play for Windows and macOS VST/AU hosts. It combines mid/side monitoring, width and gain controls, natural-delay depth, panning, phase inversion, channel swapping, and a mono-compatibility check in a zero-latency utility.

The catalog lists version 1.2.0 downloads for Win 64 VST, Mac VST, and Mac AU. Use its mid and side previews to inspect a track or group, then adjust width and channel balance while checking how the result behaves in mono.

Video Preview

Stereo Helper video preview

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I check with Stereo Helper?

Stereo Helper can preview the mid or side channel, indicate whether the input is mono, and check mono compatibility. It also provides phase inversion and left/right swap controls for troubleshooting.

Can I adjust stereo width and mid/side balance?

Yes. The utility provides stereo-width control plus separate gain for the mid and side channels. A natural-delay depth control can add space to the signal.

Which formats are available?

The listing provides Win 64 VST, Mac VST, and Mac AU builds. All are identified as version 1.2.0.

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