NOTE: The SpaceControl 2 is not an Acqua Effect plug-in suite, it belongs to a new category called Acqua Hybrid plug-in, it’s based on code written by third parties and integrated with Acqua technology and protection.
IMPORTANT: You will find Space Control 2 in your DAW under ‘Studio DMI’, not under ‘Acqua’ or 'Acustica'.
A Little Bit of History
In the summer of 2021, during the production of his soon-to-be-released album Rebels Never Die, Hardwell and Luca started discussing their mutual passion for plugins. From these conversations grew the idea to work together to create a plugin of their own that would retain phase correlation, even while working with exceptionally wide tracks. The idea behind Space Control was born, and the rest is history.
SpaceControl 2 is a streamlined multiband stereo enhancer featuring a unique phase limiter that enables users to widen the sound without the phase issues that typically occur. The plugin is extremely CPU-friendly in terms of its processing power.
Welcome to Space Control: the only stereo tool you’ll ever need.
In Hardwell’s own
words:
"Space Control 2 is a multiband stereo enhancer that includes a never-before-seen phase limiter, which makes sure you can widen your sound as much as you want without having the regular phase problems. This is the ultimate stereo tool and the only one that you will ever need."for the studio.”
What's new in version 2?
This is not just an upgrade – SpaceControl 2 represents the next step in stereo manipulation and creative control. Building upon the success of the original, the SpaceControl2 now includes:
- SpaceControl2
- SpaceControl2 Pro
Each version is tailored to different workflows and user needs, from streamlined creativity to advanced stereo mastering and sound design. Whether you're a producer, engineer, or enthusiast, you're about to experience a level of stereo width and phase control like never before
Key Features
The new version simplifies while expanding. We reduced unnecessary complexity and boosted sound-shaping capabilities, making it more intuitive and effective.
MAIN NEW FEATURES
- New Auto Phase Limiter Mode
- Improved UI/UX
- Oversampling (up to 16x)
- Analog & Digital Linear Phase Modes
- External Sidechain input
- Global Dry/Wet blend
MINOR FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
- Band deletion button
- Global band linking
- Manual Limiter toggle
- Adjustable TruePhase (0–20ms)
- Larger Correlation Meter
- Fully resizable UI
- Saved waveform settings
- Delta Listening mode
- Band Color Coding
- Preamp Modes for analog-style coloration
- Analyzer Modes for precise stereo metering
SpaceControl2 Pro – Differences from regular version
- Up to 5 bands (Regular version supports 4).
- New "M to S" mode for Mono to Stereo or Mid to Side processing.
- Spread Modes fully redesigned and now tweakable from 0 to 40ms
Building on the experience gained with SpaceControl 1, this new version introduces an AUTO limiter that makes operation even more straightforward, allowing producers and engineers to focus on their work without having to constantly monitor the correlation meter.
Additionally, several powerful new features have been added: oversampling for enhanced audio quality, a resizable GUI for improved usability, and parameter linking for faster and more efficient workflow.
If you’re already comfortable with SpaceControl1 or want deep stereo control with additional band support and stereo image generation features, SpaceControl2 Pro is your go-to version.
Space Control 2 | Launch Video
DISCLAIMER:
This plugin was created in
collaboration with a third-party partner, Studio DMI, who acts as both
developer and promoter of the product. These collaborative
products are built upon Acustica’s core technology, while the
development, finalization, and packaging are fully managed by the
partner team — in this case, Studio DMI.
Acustica serves as the distributor and provides technical support, while all responsibilities related to ongoing development, updates, and bug fixes lie with Studio DMI.