StereoShuffler

The StereoShuffler is a VPI designed for the manipulation of the stereo image.

It offers a variety of image alteration possibilities, encompassing all facets of the complex field of stereo image processing.For example, it is possible to control various parameters before or after M/S conversion. The level and frequency range of the L- R and L+ R signals can be controlled independently from one another. Special manipulations of the stereo image such as rotation and asymmetry as well as individual cross-injection of in/out-of-phase L/R signals, allow precise control over the resultant stereo image.

A dual-mode stereo scope displays the results of all manipulations. Due to the precision of the algorithms used, no undesired artifacts or phase errors will arise at any stage of the internal processing chain. Therefore, despite the significant possibilities for stereo width enhancement, the mono compatibility remains remarkably consistent.

The StereoShuffler is a powerful tool for stereo image processing and is equally adept at "narrowing" modern productions as "widening" older recordings. Special applications such as correcting "drums left/vocals right" stereo recordings from the 60's, re-aligning off-center program and manipulation of M/S recordings, make the StereoShuffler an indispensable tool in the Mastering Engineer's arsenal.