CARBON Q from Mastering The Mix is an EQ plugin that links vocals, music, drums and bass channels in one connected session, and it is available as VST3, AU and AAX.
CARBON Q at a glance
| Developer | Mastering The Mix |
|---|---|
| Type | Effects / EQ |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.15 or later |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Free trial | Available |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €4.07 (regular €69.38) |
What CARBON Q does
Rather than treating each channel alone, CARBON Q connects the EQ of every channel so that the whole mix is balanced together. Each channel is loaded last in the insert chain, then ANALYZE is pressed, the channels to include are armed, and GO is pressed to start the process. Context aware smart presets analyze the song and set a starting point for each channel, adjusting tonal balance and volume balance across the session.
Reference tracks can be dropped into the reference tracks tab, and the plugin turns the reference into a preset. Level match keeps the volume constant during each change so that differences in tonal balance are heard without a louder signal being mistaken for a better one. Mid side mode controls space and depth with one click, Dynamic Mode keeps each channel near its tonal balance target by controlling peaks, and the linear phase filters apply to every band. A trial is available.
Key features
- Connected EQ across channels. Vocals, music, drums and bass outputs are linked so that each channel is set with the rest of the mix in mind.
- Context aware smart presets. The song is analyzed and a preset is generated for each channel as a starting point for tonal balance and volume balance.
- Reference track conversion. A reference track dropped into the reference tracks tab is turned into a preset that the session follows.
- Level match. Changes are compared at matched level so that a difference in tone is heard without a volume increase.
- Mid side mode. A single click switches the EQ to mid side processing to control stereo space and depth.
- Dynamic Mode. Each channel is kept near its tonal balance target by controlling peaks in the signal.
- Linear phase filters. Every band uses a linear phase filter.
Compatibility
CARBON Q is available as VST3, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS. Minimum OS is macOS 10.15 or Windows 10, and the developer lists native Apple Silicon support.
Plugins similar to CARBON Q
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON Q | Mastering The Mix | EQ | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €4.07 (regular €69.38) |
| smart:EQ 4 | sonible | EQ | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €10.66 (regular €127.93) |
| Linear Phase Equalizer | IK Multimedia | EQ | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €59.49 |
| BALANCE | Zynaptiq | EQ | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €170.17 |
| EQuivocate | Newfangled Audio | EQ | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
Price and availability
CARBON Q was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €4.07, reduced from €69.38. A free trial is offered. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
CARBON Q FAQ
Does CARBON Q run on Apple Silicon Macs?
Yes. The developer lists native support for Apple Silicon, and the minimum OS is macOS 10.15.
Which formats does CARBON Q come in?
CARBON Q is offered as VST3, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS (64-bit).
Where can I download CARBON Q crack for free?
Cracked copies circulate as a repack packed as .rar and .iso, and the macOS build is shared as a .dmg crack.
Is there a working serial key or keygen for CARBON Q?
A working serial and a keygen are the strings most often typed alongside the name, and serial crack pages list them.
Is CARBON Q available as a torrent or magnet link?
Torrent and magnet link copies are circulated, and the win/mac crack builds are listed among the seeders.