Nectar 2 Explained

Studio wiz Scottie Dugan returns with another power-packed series, this time covering the ins and outs as well as creative uses for iZotope's amazing Nectar 2 plug-in. See how you can sweeten your vocals and other sounds with this "All-In One" effects suite!

Introduction
Introduction (04:56) - In this first video Scottie takes a look at what’s new in version 2 and takes a look at its main concepts and features, including the Overview and Advanced View.
Quick Start (07:01) - In this video Scottie shows how to start using the plug-in right away.
The Overview Panel (11:22) - The Overview Panel allows us to make some changes to the most common parameters. It’s very easy to use even if you don’t know what each module does.
The Modules
EQ (08:52) - Nectar’s EQ is very powerful and very fast. Definitely the first tool to use with any element in a mix. Scottie digs into it here.
Compressors (07:54) - Next on the list is the Compressor Module. Nectar offers everything from clean and transparent to aggressive and colorful. Scottie discusses the role of a compressor and some of the unique features Nectar brings to the table.
The Limiter & De-Esser (06:31) - Now Scottie takes a look at two specialized Compressors. Both the Limiter and De-Esser can be very useful and Scottie explains both in this video.
Gate (06:31) - Next up we have the Gate. Not the most fun effect but extremely useful when used correctly. explores how Nectar’s Gate can be both a downward and upward expander and how to use both.
Saturation (04:09) - In this video Scottie takes a look at the Saturation Module. It can emulate five different types of Analog Mediums. We can add harmonic content by emulation everything from Tape to Tubes.
Delay (06:57) - Next lets add space using delay. there are a handful of Delay types to chose from. Everything from transparent to very colored analog emulation.
Reverb (04:53) - The reverb Module is pretty special. It’s an emulation of an old EMT 140ST. In other words, one of the first stereo Plate reverb units. It mixes in a convolution reverb along with standard digital emulation. This allows the Module to be very rich and flexible. Scottie takes a close look at it in this video.
FX (06:31) - The FX module has Overdrive, Phaser, Flanger, Chorus and a few others. These are more stylistic in nature and can be used to create specialty type effects.
Pitch Correction (04:20) - Next up Scottie takes on Pitch Correction. This Module is able to very subtly nudge a vocal into pitch or extremely correct pushing the vocal into the unnatural robotic tuned sound. You can also use this Module to find the key of the song.
Harmony (06:59) - Now ylooks at how to add harmony to a vocal take. With the option of adding up to four parts they can be in unison or full on harmony. You also have the ability to use MIDI to control this Module and how those harmonies are selected.
Pitch Editor Plug-In (07:41) - In this video Scottie looks at the Standalone version of the Pitch Correction Module. This is only available in the Vocal Production Suite but allows extreme control over editing the pitch of our vocal. This video will explain everything you need to know about this powerful tool.
Breath Control Plug-In (03:58) - Next up, another Production Suite Standalone device. Scottie digs into this incredible breath control plug-in.
Using Nectar in the Mix (11:10) - Now Scottie takes a look at how to use Nectar with a DAW. See how you can use Automation as well as bridge the option into Insight.