McDSP 6050 Ult. Ch. Strip HD
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- A complete console channel strip: EQ, compression, gate, expander, saturation, and filters combined in a single plug-in to speed up mixing.
- More than 25 modules derived from the 6020 Ultimate EQ and 6030 Ultimate Compressor plug-ins, offering a wide variety of tones and behaviors.
- Ultra-smooth workflow: drag-and-drop, "on the fly" module auditioning, and simple input/output level management.
- Ready for modern sessions: sidechain support, double precision processing, and ultra-low latency in both mono and stereo.
Manufacturer Information
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What 6050 Ultimate Channel Strip HD Is For
6050 Ultimate Channel Strip HD is designed to process a track from A to Z with the essential tools of a console channel strip, without multiplying insertions. It is intended for both mixing (vocals, drums, guitars, basses, synths, buses, and subgroups) and sound design when you want to sculpt a timbre, control dynamics, and add harmonic density. Thanks to its palette of modules, you can go from a transparent sound to a more pronounced character while maintaining clear routing and clean gain staging.
Main Features
A complete and coherent collection of modules
At the core of 6050 Ultimate Channel Strip HD is a set of equalization, compression, and dynamics modules, complemented by analog saturation processing and filters. The goal is simple: to have, within a single interface, the essential building blocks to balance the spectrum, stabilize dynamics, and place sources in the mix, whether on an isolated track or a bus.
A fast workflow: drag-and-drop and immediate auditioning
The plug-in focuses on studio speed: assembling your chain is done by drag and drop, and you can audition modules on the fly to compare approaches without breaking your creative flow. The input and output controls facilitate level adjustment, essential for objectively evaluating the impact of an EQ, compressor, or saturation.
Modern mixing: sidechain, precision, and minimal latency
For current techniques (ducking, kick-triggered gating, clearer vocals against pads, etc.), 6050 Ultimate Channel Strip HD includes sidechain support. Double precision processing contributes to clean reproduction, even during demanding settings, while the ultra-low latency makes it comfortable in dense sessions, including near real-time use. The plug-in is available in mono and stereo, allowing precise adaptation of processing to each source.
Technical specifications
| Type | Full software | Downloadable | Yes |
| Mac | OS X 10.13.x (High Sierra), 10.14.x (Mojave), 10.15.x (Catalina), 11.x (Big Sur), 12.x (Monterey), 13.x (Ventura), 14.x (Sonoma) (10.12.x (Sierra) may work but is not officially supported) | More than 25 modules | EQ, compressors, gate, expander, saturator, and filters |
| Windows | Windows 10 | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the 6050 Ultimate Channel Strip HD work on Mac and Windows?
Mac compatibility covers macOS 10.13 High Sierra through macOS 14 Sonoma. Windows 10 is supported. macOS 10.12 Sierra may work, but there is no official support announced.
What processing modules are included in this channel strip?
More than 25 modules are available, including EQs, compressors, gates, expanders, saturators, and filters.
Can the sidechain be used for ducking with this plug-in?
Sidechain support allows applying ducking techniques or triggering processing from another source, such as a kick drum.
Is the plug-in suitable for mono and stereo tracks?
Both mono and stereo versions are available to tailor processing to the source. Input and output controls allow adjusting levels during mixing.
How are modules organized in the 6050 Ultimate Channel Strip HD?
The processing chain is assembled by drag-and-drop. Modules can be auditioned on the fly to compare settings. Processing relies on double precision and an ultra-low latency specification.




