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Author:  msxonair [ Tue Jan 06, 2026 6:13 am ]
Post subject:  Signature presets
Hello!
For almost the past year I've been working on what I call my "Signature" presets. They use a 2-band AGC, a 5-band limiter with knee, and some other stuff. I'm really happy with how these presets sound, and I figured this community would appreciate them.

Description:
- MSX: Relaxed - Preserves dynamic range while remaining competitively loud. Ideal for softer formats and public/community stations.
- MSX: General - Punchy and consistent while being clean and pleasant to listen to. Works great for almost everything.
- MSX: Classics - Good for when all you want is density and reverb. Best for energetic Classic Hits and Adult Hits formats.
- MSX: Impact - Bass with force. Best for alternative and hip-hop/rap, also good for Top 40.

Notes:
- These presets work best with -18 LUFS ReplayGain normalized sources.
- I made these presets for North American 75us FM, with a loudness target around -6 LUFS de-emphasized. This seems to be how loud the stations in my area are.
- These presets were made with Stereo Tool 10.72.

Usage:
- These presets are free to use if you run one station (internet, LPFM, FM, AM, Digital).
- If you run 2 or more stations, please e-mail me at radio@msx.gay.
- You may re-distribute these presets as long as you link back to this thread or my website (https://msx.gay/radio/presets/)

Attachments:
File comment: ZIP archive containing all 4 Signature presets
Signature.zip [122.71 KiB]
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Author:  msxonair [ Fri Jan 09, 2026 8:47 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Signature presets
01/09 Update:
- Advanced Clipper strictness raised to 20, accidentally set to 10 sometime in the past
- Raised the Multiband band 1 threshold to let a bit more bass through

(This reply has Relaxed and General)

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File comment: MSX: General
General.sts [173.14 KiB]
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File comment: MSX: Relaxed
Relaxed.sts [173.15 KiB]
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Author:  msxonair [ Fri Jan 09, 2026 8:48 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Signature presets
(This reply has Classics and Impact)

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Impact.sts [172.86 KiB]
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File comment: MSX: Classics
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