Aesthe by Cloudy Samples is an advanced audio processing plugin designed to bring a refined, polished finish to your recordings, mixes, and masters. Combining adaptive processing with a streamlined workflow, Aesthe analyzes the incoming signal and applies carefully designed processing to help improve clarity, balance, tone, depth, and overall character.

Instead of relying on a complicated collection of individual processors, Aesthe brings multiple stages of intelligent audio processing into a single creative environment. A simple control can activate a sophisticated processing chain that responds to the characteristics of your signal, making it suitable for everything from individual instruments and vocals to buses and complete masters.

1. Cleaner – Precision Without Losing Character

The Cleaner section focuses on removing unwanted frequency buildup and harshness while keeping the natural character and energy of the source intact.

De-Rumble
An adaptive low-frequency cleanup system designed to reduce unnecessary sub-frequency energy while helping preserve the weight and impact of kicks, basses, and other low-end elements.

De-Mud / De-Box / Un-Cloud
Targets problematic low-mid buildup that can make a mix sound muddy, boxy, or congested. These processors help create additional clarity and separation without requiring extensive manual EQ adjustments.

Harsher / Tame
Dynamic resonance control designed to smooth aggressive or piercing frequencies while maintaining brightness and detail.

De-Ess
A precision de-essing processor designed to identify and control excessive sibilance while retaining the natural presence and high-frequency detail of vocals and other sources.

Focus
Helps concentrate spectral energy and improve the perceived position of important elements, giving the sound a more focused and controlled presentation.

2. Enhancer – Analog-Inspired Tone & Dimension

The Enhancer section adds tone, density, openness, and character to the processed signal.

Glow
An adaptive low-mid enhancement processor that adds body and warmth while responding to the intensity of the source.

Sparkle / Vivid / Air
Enhances high-frequency detail, openness, and perceived clarity, making vocals, instruments, and masters feel more articulate without unnecessarily emphasizing harshness.

Width
Uses sophisticated stereo processing to expand the perceived soundstage while maintaining strong mono compatibility.

Solid
A transient-focused compression stage designed to bring elements together, increase density, and create a more cohesive and controlled sound.

Lush
A specialized high-frequency stereo enhancement processor that adds dimension and spaciousness while keeping the core of the mix focused.

Varnish
The final tonal layer. Adds harmonic saturation, warmth, and depth to help give the processed signal a more finished and cohesive character.

3. Preset Browser & VU Meter

Aesthe includes a classic analog-inspired VU meter for monitoring the processed signal.

With a single click, the meter can transform into the integrated preset browser, giving you quick access to the available factory presets without taking up additional interface space.

4. Mastering Essentials

Aesthe also includes essential controls for a more practical mastering workflow.

Autogain
Helps maintain a more consistent monitoring level while processing, making it easier to evaluate tonal and dynamic changes without relying solely on perceived loudness.

Global Mix
Provides effortless parallel processing control, allowing you to blend the processed signal with the original signal for a more balanced result.

Main Features