Audio engineers and music producers looking for a powerful spectral processor should check out MIA Laboratories Pi & Phi MkII, a powerful mixing software plug-in that provides an innovative way of spectral processing, creating an acoustic effect that can be described as super-enhanced with a warm yet powerful sparkle.

Pi & Phi features 10 bands that cover 80 Hz to 16 kHz, as well as a superlow band and a superhigh band to complement the extremes of the spectrum. This tool is ultimately capable of enriching a mix and each of its separate components with minimum phase distortion, enabling the user to precisely shape the spectral balance. The Pi & Phi plug-in is Windows and Mac compatible and works with most DAWs utilizing AAX, AU, and VST3 plug-in formats.

Pi & Phi MkII Spectral Processing    358 Enhancer MkII Enhancer    409 Opto Compressor, 925 Compressor MkII    413 Tape Saturator, 980 Spark    Musiqual Red, Blue, and Green Processors    SUPER FAT, SUPER MUSCLE, SUPER THIN    MIA Delay DT MkII    MIA Compressor ONE    Mac and Windows Compatible    AAX (64-Bit), AU, VST 2, VST3

• The basic elements that make up Pie & Phi are the actual numbers π and φ, omnipresent throughout our surrounding living environment.
• Pi & Phi utilizes the harmony of these magic numbers in order to introduce an innovative way of spectral processing, creating an acoustic effect that can be described as super-enhanced, with a warm yet powerful sparkle.
• Pi & Phi MkII features 10 bands that cover the frequencies from 80 Hz up to 16 KHz, along with a superlow and a super high band to complement the extremes of the spectrum.
• This tool is capable of enriching a mix and each of its separate components with minimum phase distortion, enabling the user to precisely shape the spectral balance as dictated by the Golden Ratio.
• Pi & Phi also stands out for its demasking capabilities, as it is exceptionally suitable for making an instrument or vocal track cut through and stand out from an otherwise cluttered mix.
• Overall, it is a very effective yet easy-to-use tool, as well as very forgiving, since the amount of distortion introduced is minimal compared to the increase in “loudness” perceived, even in extreme settings.
• In this latest version, Pi & Phi utilizes the signal-processing path of the 358 Enhancer for its superlow area, delivering the round and solid low-end that 358 Enhancer is well known for. The updated GUI also incorporates an input/output spectrum analyzer, while the controls are placed in a way that corresponds to the frequency bands displayed

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What's the difference between the first version and the Autopole 2?

A: auto pole 2 has a sleeve for the suction cups which do not make the suctions cups for version 1 compatible.

Q: 2. The description does not match 'IN THE BOX' i.e.: 3 Expan Drive Sets instead of 2?

A: To clarify, with this kit two you would receive two Expan Drives with a black chain and 1 Expan Drive with a red chain, giving you three sets in total.

Q: 3. how long is the battery life?

A: The endurance time of the head is listed as 2 hours. However that time may vary depending on how the system is used.

Q: 4. Is this the best system for 3 cotton muslin backdrops using the Alu-core extensions?

A: This system with Alucore https://bhpho.to/390isl1 is a solid solution for mounting backgrounds and being able to save floor space. You have to be careful of roof height and type however.

Q: 5. What is the super clamp model included in the Manfrotto 2961D Complete Deluxe Autopole Expan Kit?

A: Manfrotto 2915.

Q: 6. I'm trying to figure out the difference between Deluxe and the Standard Black Kit. I have 8'8" ceilings and wish to hang at least two 6' wide painted canvas backdrops on them (which are heavier than seamless paper). Are the Deluxe autopoles more secure because it has 2 position-locking settings? It's hard to tell the difference as they do not explicity list identical feature types to compare them against to.

A: The major difference is that the Delux has a heavier duty locking mechanism with two position locking the second provides extra pressure for a firmer solid grip. Based on your heavier backgrounds, get the DELUX Autopole

Q: 7. Whats included in the bundle?

A: Everything that is shown in the image plus two batteries to run the motion devices. I got my bundle earlier this week and very happy with it so far. Theres extra room in the back pack as well for a dslr camera and a couple of lenses as well. Extra pockets to hold my iPad and nd filters too.

Q: 8. What size box does this come in? Is it really big?

A: It will come in 4 boxes, one of which is at least 85" long as it is the stands.

Q: 9. Is it possible to use different seamless paper backdrop widths using 12 ft Alu-Core crossbars?

A: Yes. You can just get the Alucore inside the cardboard core of most seamless papers. The paper can be positioned in the middle of the 12" length. There's a good chance it will slip when you turn the alucore with the chain. Manfrotto used to put a strip of double stick tape down the length of the alucore. Don't know if they still do. This was to give the core some stick so that the background wouldn't slip.

Q: 10. What is the model of super clamp included in the Manfrotto 2961D Complete Deluxe Autopole-2 Expan Kit?

A: Manfrotto 2915.