The Eventide H9000 Harmonizer® has long been recognized as one of the most advanced multi-effects processors in professional audio, giving musicians, producers, and engineers unparalleled sound-shaping capabilities. With the latest v2.2 firmware update, the H9000’s feature set has expanded even further, solidifying its position as a must-have tool in both studio and live sound environments. Here’s a breakdown of the latest updates and why the H9000 is essential for anyone serious about audio production.
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Expanded Algorithm Library: New Tools for Creativity
The H9000 now comes with over 1,600 algorithms, offering everything from classic Eventide effects to cutting-edge vocal processing tools like VocalShift, VocalTune, and VocalShiftMIDI. These new additions unlock a range of creative possibilities for vocal processing. VocalShift allows you to harmonize vocals with pitch and formant shifting, giving you precise control over key, scale, and delay effects. Meanwhile, VocalTune delivers real-time tuning, perfect for ensuring precision in live performances or polishing vocal tracks in the studio.
VocalShiftMIDI goes a step further, enabling real-time manipulation of vocal harmonies and chord stacks using a MIDI keyboard—ideal for live shows where creativity and control are key. In addition to these tools, algorithms from the H90 Harmonizer, such as PrismShift, PolySynth, StickyTape, and Aggravate, have been incorporated to further expand your sonic palette.
Pristine Audio Fidelity with 96kHz Support
One of the most significant updates to the H9000 is the addition of full 96kHz support across all audio algorithms. This ensures your projects meet the highest fidelity standards in any environment. 96kHz support allows you to move between different environments and projects seamlessly, all while maintaining top-tier sound quality. No compromises, just clarity and precision in every setting.
Emote Control: Simplified Workflow
The Emote app has also been enhanced to simplify the way you control the H9000. Available as a standalone app and as a plugin for AAX, AU, and VST3, Emote offers a streamlined way to manage complex setups directly from your computer or DAW. One of the most useful updates is the scene renaming feature, which helps keep your projects organized, especially when managing up to 128 scenes—a significant time-saver for both live and studio use.
The upgraded tempo management tool lets you control and synchronize effects with real-time feedback, ensuring everything stays in sync during live performances or recording sessions. Algorithm sharing has also been simplified, enabling easy export and import of custom algorithms—perfect for collaborative projects.
New Creative Potential with RNBO
The addition of Cycling ’74 RNBO integration brings even more creative potential to the H9000. RNBO allows you to design custom audio patches using Max MSP, which can then be exported and run directly on the H9000’s DSP engine. This feature enhances collaboration—Allowing you to easily share custom patches, ensuring everyone involved in the project has access to the same creative tools. Now you can combine all of the classic Eventide effects with custom algorithms created with RNBO, bringing a new dimension of creativity to your projects.
Built for the Future: Integration and Flexibility
A standout feature of the H9000 is its I/O flexibility. With support for Dante, MADI, and Pro Tools HD integration, it fits seamlessly into virtually any professional audio setup. Whether you’re routing audio through a Dante network for a large venue or managing complex multichannel recordings in Pro Tools, the H9000 provides the connectivity to handle it all. This flexibility is crucial for those working on multi-channel processing or surround sound projects, allowing up to 128 channels of processing at once. For large-scale work, including multitrack recording, mixing, and sound design for film and TV, the H9000 offers unmatched power and reliability.
Designed to Evolve with You
Whether you’re just discovering the H9000 or considering an upgrade, the latest updates make it more appealing than ever. Its advanced processing power, superior audio fidelity, and vast array of algorithms give you the flexibility to handle any project—whether in the studio or on stage. The Emote app and enhanced I/O options ensure your workflow is smooth, while features like 96kHz support and algorithm sharing ensure the H9000 is equipped to evolve with your needs.
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