pure:deess offers an intelligent solution for controlling sibilant sounds in vocal recordings. Utilizing advanced AI-powered voice analysis, it automatically detects sibilants such as 's' and 'sh' and provides a streamlined set of controls for suppression, color adjustment, and spectral shaping. This makes it accessible for creators who want high-quality vocal treatment without complex settings, ensuring clarity and naturalness in the vocal track.

Drawing on sophisticated analysis techniques from sonible's smart:deess technology, pure:deess listens closely to the input signal and identifies individual sibilant sounds. It then calculates a target spectral profile tailored to the specific voice and processes these sibilants accordingly. This approach not only reduces harshness but can also enhance dull sibilants to improve vocal intelligibility, providing a balanced and polished output.

The plugin's controls are designed for intuitive use: the suppression dial adjusts the amount of sibilant reduction, allowing users to target only the most prominent sibilants or apply more detailed processing. The color parameter shifts the tonal character of the sibilants, from soft and smooth to sharp and present, adapting to different vocal styles and mix needs. The shaping control refines the spectral processing intensity, balancing between natural vocal dynamics and consistent de-essing results, preserving the voice's original character while eliminating unwanted harshness.