Antelope Audio x902
X902 is a classic de-esser plugin modeled after a legendary 1980s VCA module, designed to tame sibilance and harshness without affecting the natural tone of vocals or instruments.
The X902 provides transparent and musical de-essing using precise frequency detection and dynamic reduction. It smoothly reduces excessive sibilance, high-frequency spikes, or cymbal harshness while preserving the overall timbre of the source. Adjustable threshold, frequency, and range controls allow precise tuning for any vocal or instrument.
Modeled on an iconic VCA-based design, the X902 brings the subtle yet powerful touch of analog de-essing to the modern DAW environment.
Highlights
- Analog-modeled VCA de-esser plugin
- Transparent high-frequency control for vocals and instruments
- Adjustable threshold, range, and frequency detection
- High-frequencies only and Audition modes available
- Ideal for smoothing harsh cymbals and sibilant vocals
- Recreation of a legendary 1980s studio module

Description
X902 is a classic de-esser plugin modeled after a legendary 1980s VCA module, designed to tame sibilance and harshness without affecting the natural tone of vocals or instruments.
The X902 provides transparent and musical de-essing using precise frequency detection and dynamic reduction. It smoothly reduces excessive sibilance, high-frequency spikes, or cymbal harshness while preserving the overall timbre of the source. Adjustable threshold, frequency, and range controls allow precise tuning for any vocal or instrument.
Modeled on an iconic VCA-based design, the X902 brings the subtle yet powerful touch of analog de-essing to the modern DAW environment.
Highlights
- Analog-modeled VCA de-esser plugin
- Transparent high-frequency control for vocals and instruments
- Adjustable threshold, range, and frequency detection
- High-frequencies only and Audition modes available
- Ideal for smoothing harsh cymbals and sibilant vocals
- Recreation of a legendary 1980s studio module










