IK Multimedia T-RackS 6 MAX | Flagship Mixing and Mastering Suite
T-RackS 6 MAX is a comprehensive dynamics and tone-shaping solution designed for professional studios, featuring a variety of classic hardware-style and modern algorithm modules. With customizable signal chains, precise metering, and high-quality audio routing, it balances speed and sound quality from single-track shaping and bus polishing to final mastering.
Key Features
- Comprehensive processor collection: EQ, compression, limiting, saturation, tape coloration, reverb, and more, covering needs from mixing to mastering
- Flexible signal chain: drag-and-drop modules, serial/parallel configurations, supports Mid/Side and various routing strategies
- Precise metering tools: peak, RMS, LUFS, spectrum and phase visualization to assist platform compliance and consistent loudness
- High-quality algorithms and hardware-style modeling that deliver tonal detail, wide dynamics, and stable low latency
- Optional oversampling and high-resolution processing to reduce aliasing distortion and enhance high-frequency detail
- Rich module and chain presets for quickly creating stylized tones and supporting A/B comparison
- Reference track comparison and level-matching workflow for more intuitive and repeatable decision-making
- Can be used as a standalone application or plugin, suitable for single-track to full-album mastering workflows
- Adjustable interface scaling and modular layout to adapt to different resolutions and working preferences
System Requirements
- Platform: Windows and macOS (64-bit environments)
- Modes: Can run standalone or be loaded as a plugin within compatible DAWs
- Hardware recommendations: multi-core CPU, ample RAM; SSD recommended for better load performance
- Audio interface: Devices compatible with ASIO / Core Audio
- Network: Internet connection required for installation, activation, and updates
- Storage: Available disk space required for installation and content
Plugin Formats
- AAX
- AU (macOS)
- VST3
- Standalone application
Supported Applications and Workflow Integration
Can be inserted as a plugin on tracks, buses, or master channels in major DAWs (such as professional recording, arranging, and post-production platforms), supporting parameter automation, offline and real-time export; it can also complete the workflow from track organization and reference comparison to final export in standalone mode, ensuring consistent settings and results for mixing and mastering across different environments.
