Make Believe Howies 179 v4.1.17
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Metric Halo – Make Believe Howies 179 v4.1.17
VST | VST3 | AAX x64 | Windows 7+
Overview
Make Believe Howies 179 by Metric Halo is a faithful digital model of the iconic
NTP 179-120 mastering compressor used by Howie Weinberg. Designed to add smoothness, weight, and analog-style glue,
this plugin delivers world-class signal processing with a streamlined workflow. Its adjustable interface ensures
usability across different setups, making it a versatile choice for both mixing and mastering engineers.
The latest release, v4.1.17, enhances analog saturation modeling, improves cross-platform preset
management with the MH Preset Manager, and refines UI scaling for modern displays. With a compact file size of
42.6 MB, this update balances efficiency with uncompromising audio quality, ensuring reliable
performance in professional environments.
Key Features
- Detailed model of the NTP 179-120 by Howie Weinberg
- Adds smoothness, weight, and glue to mixes
- Apply analog saturation to Howie devices
- World-class signal processing & workflow
- Adjustable user interface size
- MH Preset Manager – cross-platform presets
Release Notes
- Publisher: Metric Halo
- Version: v4.1.17
- Formats: VST, VST3, AAX (x64)
- Category: VST Plugins
- Platform: Windows 7 or newer
- License: Full
- File Size: 42.6 MB
- Release Date: 4 August 2026 (R2R)