Waves Scheps Omni Channel 2 | The Ultimate Analog Channel Strip from Grammy®-Winning Master Andrew Scheps
Waves Scheps Omni Channel 2 is the ultimate channel strip plugin, designed in collaboration with Grammy®-winning, legendary mixing engineer Andrew Scheps (Metallica, Jay Z, Adele, Low Roar). It perfectly blends the efficient design and warm, cohesive sound of classic analog channel strips with the diverse tonal palette and flexible sound-shaping capabilities unique to the digital domain. This plugin is more than just a tool; it's the culmination of Andrew Scheps' decades of mixing experience, condensing his time-tested combinations of compression, EQ, and saturation into one powerful interface, allowing you to easily achieve a master-level mix quality.
The newly upgraded Scheps Omni Channel 2 pushes the boundaries of sonic possibilities. It not only retains the acclaimed core features of the original but also adds four preamp saturation flavors, four classic compression modes, and extremely flexible EQ, de-esser, and gate options. The new version also introduces the brand-new CRUSH saturation mode, a SOFT soft-knee compressor, and a 24dB/oct filter with resonance control. The most exciting upgrade is that you can now load any VST3 plugin from any manufacturer into the Insert slot, turning Scheps Omni Channel 2 into your own custom mixing hub. Whether you're processing vocals, drums, bass, or synths, this mixing plugin delivers a cohesive analog sound, making it an indispensable core tool in the modern digital music production workflow.
Core Advantages & Use Cases
Designed with a Grammy®-Winning Master
Personally designed by Andrew Scheps, incorporating his years of mixing philosophy and workflow. Every module and parameter has been meticulously tuned to ensure musicality and intuitive operation, allowing you to think and mix like a master.
Analog Sound, Digital Flexibility
Combines four types of preamp saturation, four compression types, and diverse EQ options to perfectly recreate the warmth, cohesion, and punch of classic analog consoles. At the same time, it leverages the advantages of digital technology to offer flexibility impossible with analog hardware, such as M/S processing, precise sidechain filtering, and the ability to load third-party VST3 plugins.
V2: A Complete Evolution
The second generation adds the CRUSH preamp saturation mode for more aggressive distortion; the new SOFT soft-knee compressor for smoother dynamic control; a new 24dB/octave slope filter with resonance control, perfect for creative filter sweeps; and most importantly, it can now act as a plugin host, allowing you to load any of your favorite VST3 effects internally.
FOCUS Presets Designed for Efficiency
Andrew Scheps has specially designed a series of "FOCUS" presets that not only provide excellent starting points for different sources like vocals, drums, and bass, but also highlight the most critical controls affecting the sound, guiding you to focus on the most important adjustments and significantly boosting your mixing efficiency.
One-Stop Mixing Solution
From basic level and frequency adjustments to complex dynamics control, saturation, and stereo imaging, Scheps Omni Channel 2 integrates all the core tools needed for mixing into a single window. Whether you're processing a single track or an entire bus, it can handle the job and streamline your workflow.
Tech Specs
- Plugin Type: Multi-Module Channel Strip
- Co-Designer: Andrew Scheps (Grammy®-Winning Mixing Engineer)
- Preamp Saturation Modes: 4 total (ODD, EVEN, HEAVY, CRUSH)
- Compressor Types: 4 total (VCA, FET, OPT, SOFT)
- EQ Modules: 4 independent, routable modules (Mid, Tone, Parametric EQ1, Parametric EQ2)
- Dynamics Processing Modules: Dual De-Esser (DS²), Gate/Expander
- Filters: Variable High-Pass/Low-Pass Filters, up to 24dB/octave slope with Resonance control
- Insert Functionality: Supports loading any third-party VST3 plugin within the internal signal chain
- Processing Modes: Stereo, Dual Mono, Mid-Side
- Number of Presets: Over 250, including Andrew Scheps' FOCUS presets and signature presets from many top mixing engineers
- Supported Formats: Supports major DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations), including VST, VST3, AU, AAX
- Operating Systems: Compatible with the latest versions of Mac and Windows OS (please refer to the official Waves website for details)
Software Purchase Information
- Guarantee: This product comes with an official license key, ensuring successful activation and registration.
- Delivery: The serial number and download information will be sent via email; no physical shipment is required.
- Support: We provide basic technical assistance for installation and activation. In case of activation issues, we will help coordinate with the manufacturer for resolution.
- Warranty: License and download rights are maintained according to the manufacturer’s policy; software updates, upgrades, and version changes are subject to the manufacturer’s announcements.
- Customer Service: For questions regarding license, compatibility, or installation, please contact THINK2 customer support for immediate assistance.
Reminder: Please confirm compatibility with your operating system, DAW, and plugin formats before purchasing. Digital products are not eligible for a standard trial/return period; if you need to modify your order before activation, please contact customer service first.
