Manual
Table Of Contents
- Important Safety Instructions
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Getting Started
- 3. Top Bar
- 4. Top Menu
- 5. Compare
- 6. SPECTRO LAB
- 7. Processing Modules
- 8. Processing Chain
- 9. Module List
- 10. Library
- 11. Edit View
- 12. Algorithms in depth
- 13. Monitor Output
- 14. Master Meter
- 15. Timeline
- 16. Reference Tracks
- 17. Preferences Menu
- 18. Project and Audio files
- 19. Specifications
4 FINALIZER Desktop Application User Manual
1. Introduction
Welcome to Finalizer!
Finalizer is a next generation mastering environment for Mac and Windows computers.
Developed by TC Electronic, the Finalizer software builds on a long tradition of dynamic processing, expertise in audio measuring and acclaimed innovations
in metering.
Our commitment to designing the best tools for music mastering goes back more than 20 years, and many of our developments have become industry standards.
From our studio stalwarts like the System 6000, to the original Finalizer hardware unit (one of the world’s rst mastering solutions designed for semi-pro and pro
studio owners), and modern studio classics like the Clarity M hardware meter, we want your music to sound its best.
With Finalizer and our powerful range of groundbreaking and award-winning real time mastering tools, you have everything you need to take your music and your
mastering to the next level.
The game-changing visual approach to mastering presented by Finalizer lets you view your tracks, like you’ve never seen them before, with the dynamics, loudness
and spectrum across your entire song in a single view.
This is Finalizer. Get ready to revolutionize your music production!
2. Getting Started
How to get the Finalizer application up and running.
Step 1: Install iLok
If you have not used iLok before, then the rst step is to create an iLok user account and install the PACE iLok License Manager on your computer.
https://www.ilok.com/#!license-manager
Step 2A: Get your free license
The second step is to enter your iLok User ID in the eld in the link and activate it in the iLok License Manager app.
To get a 14-day demo license for the Finalizer Desktop App, please use the link below.
https://nalizer.com/freetrial/
Step 2B: Buy and activate
You can buy the Finalizer App iLok license via the link below.
https://nalizer.com/buy-nalizer/
Step 3: Download App
The nal step is to download the Finalizer App to your Mac or PC. Pick your operating system below and simply follow the instructions during installation. Then you are
good to go, and to get started mastering your heart out!
Link to Downloads: https://nalizer.com/downloads/