APRIL 22, 2025

NoiseWorks DynAssist Lite ARA Plugin for Pro Tools

A more efficient approach to dynamic processing

NoiseWorks DynAssist is now ARA-compatible with Pro Tools, providing a more seamless and responsive workflow for dynamics processing. By integrating Audio Random Access (ARA) technology, DynAssist now interacts directly with Pro Tools' timeline, eliminating the need for real-time playback when analyzing and processing dynamics. This enhancement allows for a more fluid editing process, reducing the time spent adjusting levels and making corrections manually.

In support of this new ARA compatibility, NoiseWorks is making the DynAssist Lite ARA plugin available at no cost to Pro Tools Artist, Studio, and Ultimate customers with active subscriptions and perpetual upgrade plans. You can download DynAssist Lite through Avid Link or from your Avid Account and enjoy its powerful vocal riding and gating features for free!

WHAT IS DYNASSIST?

DynAssist is an adaptive vocal editing plugin that automatically adjusts volume to ensure a steady vocal performance and cleans up the vocal. Using machine learning, it analyzes the material and automatically applies gating, breath reduction, and sibilance control based on the characteristics of the audio. It dynamically makes the appropriate adjustments, reducing the need for tedious manual tweaking.

DynAssist’s intelligent dynamic shaping now operates more efficiently, helping to maintain consistency in levels while preserving the natural characteristics of the source material. Unlike traditional real-time plugins, DynAssist analyses audio offline before playback begins. This means it does not introduce playback latency or consume CPU resources during playback, leaving more power available for other plugins. Multiple instances of DynAssist can be used without significantly impacting system performance.

HOW DYNASSIST SPEEDS UP YOUR VOCAL EDITING

DynAssist eliminates the need for multiple plugins and manual intervention by handling all of these tasks automatically:

  • Automatic Gain Levelling – Matches loudness instantly, ensuring every word or note is perfectly balanced
  • AI-Powered Gate Control – Detects and reduces noise in pauses without sounding unnatural
  • Intelligent Breath & Sibilance Detection – Cleans up breaths and sibilance with natural, transparent processing
  • Adaptive Processing – Works on both vocals and dialogue, adjusting dynamically to the source material
  • ARA Integration – Operates seamlessly inside your DAW, making it faster and more efficient than traditional plugins

KEY FEATURES OF DYNASSIST WITH ARA IN PRO TOOLS

1. Vocal rider

  • Custom-tailored for all types of speech, dialogue, and vocals, regardless of genre
  • No noticeable volume shifts—DynAssist anticipates loud sections and adjusts gain smoothly
  • Helps ensure vocals meet broadcast loudness standards (LUFS-I), crucial for film and radio

2. Vox gate

  • A content-aware vocal gate that operates based on speech activity
  • Prevents the first or last syllable from being cut off, unlike traditional gates that rely solely on volume

3. Breath & sibilance detection

  • Offers precise detection, allowing for heavier compression without making vocals sound unnatural or overprocessed

4. Edit mode

  • Users can adjust automation points at any time to fit custom needs, maintaining full control over processing

5. Instrument mode

  • Combines volume riding with a volume-dependent gate
  • Improves dynamics for instruments like drums and bass, reducing the need for additional dynamic processing later in the mix

HOW ARA ENHANCES DYNASSIST IN PRO TOOLS

With ARA 2 support, DynAssist functions as an integral part of Pro Tools' editing environment rather than as a traditional insert effect. This provides several key advantages:

1. Instant audio analysis & processing

  • DynAssist can now analyze an entire audio clip in seconds without requiring real-time playback
  • Users can make dynamic adjustments immediately, hearing results without having to loop playback

2. Non-destructive processing

  • ARA clip-based processing ensures that all modifications are applied to the audio clip itself, keeping sessions structured and fully reversible
  • Users can adjust settings without committing changes, allowing for greater flexibility during mixing and editing

3. Improved workflow for mixing & postproduction

  • Dialogue editing: Smooth out inconsistent speech levels quickly, making it well-suited for podcasts, film, TV, and voiceover applications
  • Music production: Maintain natural-sounding instrument dynamics and vocal performances without introducing over-compression
  • Mixing: Ensure a balanced and controlled dynamic range across tracks while preserving the original performance dynamics

4. Reduction in manual automation requirements

  • Traditional dynamic processing often involves manually adjusting volume automation, applying multiple plugin instances, or creating sidechain relationships
  • DynAssist with ARA eliminates much of this workload, allowing users to focus on creative decisions rather than repetitive automation tasks

WHO IS DYNASSIST FOR?

For music producers & engineers

  • Streamline vocal mixing by ensuring consistent loudness and clarity
  • Avoid excessive compression while keeping dynamics smooth and controlled
  • Automatically clean up sibilance and unwanted noise
  • Achieve broadcast-level vocal production effortlessly

For postproduction & dialogue editors

  • Speed up ADR and dialogue post-processing
  • Ensure all lines match in level and clarity, reducing the need for manual correction
  • Remove breaths and background noise automatically
  • Achieve consistent, polished dialogue with minimal effort

DynAssist is designed for professionals who need reliable, high-quality results fast, a must have when budgets are tight and deadlines are sometimes even tighter!

DYNASSIST LITE: FREE FOR PRO TOOLS CUSTOMERS

In addition to the full version of DynAssist, active Pro Tools Artist, Studio, and Ultimate customers can now access DynAssist Lite for free. DynAssist Lite retains core functionality, including ARA support, but offers a streamlined feature set. Users who need greater control over their dynamic processing can upgrade to the full version at any time.

Feature comparison: DynAssist vs. DynAssist Lite

DynAssist Lite is ideal for users who need basic vocal riding and gating without deep parameter control. For those who require customization, advanced sibilance processing, and full control over breath detection, the full version of DynAssist is available as an upgrade from NoiseWorks.

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AVAILABILITY

NoiseWorks DynAssist Lite is available to all Pro Tools Artist, Studio, and Ultimate customers with active subscriptions and perpetual upgrade plans. You can download DynAssist Lite through Avid Link or from your Avid Account.

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