Platinum Notes 10 FAQ

Windows: Win 10 or higher.

Mac: OS 10.13 or higher.

Yes. Platinum Notes 10 works great on M1 computers with our new native version.

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First, the file is decoded to an uncompressed WAV. Second, Platinum Notes analyses the volume of the file with our special algorithm that pays attention only to the drums. The benefit of drum analysis is that all your output files will have the same drum volume, which is really nice for beatmatching.

Next, it detects any clipped peaks, and fixes them with a combination of a Kilohearts Multipass audio processor, and our custom algorithm for clipped peak repair. It makes your music sound smoother and less distorted. After that, Platinum Notes adds warmth using some carefully tuned Kilohearts audio processors.

We have three settings: “No Warmth”, “Gentle Warmth” and “Hot vacuum tube”, which regulate the intensity of the effect. Gentle Warmth is like sitting by the pool in Ibiza during the summer. Hot vacuum tube is like listening to an old vinyl record at a record store. Both are good settings, but we recommend the “Gentle” setting for most DJs. Any pitch problems are fixed during processing as well.

Finally, Platinum Notes adjusts the volume of the output file by using the Kilohearts Limiter processor. It’s an elite-quality plugin that makes music louder without distorting or destroying transients.

In Platinum Notes 10, adding a ‘_PN’ extension to the file name of processed files is the default option. It ensures your original files remain unaltered, as PN10 creates a new, optimized version of each track. This setup offers a couple of significant advantages:

1. Easy Comparison: It allows for effortless A/B testing, so you can directly compare the processed audio with the original. This makes it simple to evaluate the enhancements and decide whether to adjust settings or keep the improvements.

2. Safety Net: Your original files stay untouched, serving as a backup. In case of any issues or if you want to revert to the original version, your music is safe and sound.

Yes, in the new Platinum Notes 10, we’ve introduced an option to overwrite original files if you prefer a cleaner, streamlined music library. When this option is enabled in the settings, your processed tracks will replace the original files, without the ‘_PN’ suffix, applying every enhancement directly for optimal audio quality.

To ensure you never lose your original files, PN10 automatically creates a backup of the original tracks. This safeguard ensures that you can always revert to the original version if needed, giving you peace of mind as you enhance your audio experience.

Clipping occurs when a signal exceeds the level a stage can represent and the waveform is cut off. In fixed-point digital audio, full scale is 0 dBFS; a sample simply being above −0.1 dBFS does not by itself prove clipping. Audible distortion depends on the signal and where clipping occurred.

Platinum Notes includes clipped-peak processing. Listen to the result on a test copy and compare it with the original; processing cannot guarantee recovery of every detail lost in a damaged recording. Read more about digital clipping.

Platinum Notes decodes the source into uncompressed audio for processing. Decoding a compressed file does not restore musical detail that was discarded when that file was encoded. Start with the best source available, keep an original copy and listen to the processed result before changing your library.

Platinum Notes 4 featured two templates: Official, and Festival. The Official template has been calibrated and tested by multiple audio engineers and is the best possible settings for the majority of DJs. Festival has a little extra air in the hi-hats while retaining tons of low end. As such, it may be even better when performing on very large sound systems.

In Platinum Notes 10, we’ve added a third option, the Big Boost Template. It’s a response to the louder music trend seen on platforms like Beatport. It amplifies the volume of tracks, adapting to modern music that tends to be louder.

Process a test copy in Platinum Notes, then analyze the finished file in Mixed In Key. This keeps key and other analysis tied to the audio you will actually play. The current workflow also covers sending selected tracks to Platinum Notes and checking the result in your DJ library.

Follow the Platinum Notes and Mixed In Key workflow for settings, file locations and verification steps.

No. Level consistency is one preparation task. Mastering involves decisions about the sound of a finished release. If playback volume is your only concern, compare your player’s gain options with file processing before deciding what to change. See Auto Gain, ReplayGain and Platinum Notes compared.

Use a focused edit when the problem is confined to one moment, such as an unwanted click or an awkward intro. Listen to familiar tracks first. A batch process is useful when the chosen treatment suits the files you are preparing; it is not a reason to alter a file that already works for you.

Confirm the processed file’s location, format and playback in your library software. Check its waveform, grid and cues, then use your DJ application’s normal export or synchronization process. Load a test file on the intended player before replacing the rest of the collection. Updating a file on your computer does not establish that an existing USB copy has also changed.

Yes, absolutely! As a valued user of Platinum Notes 4, you’re eligible to upgrade to our latest Platinum Notes 10 for only $49. That’s a 50% discount off the original price.

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