PEEL STEMS 2

Real-time stem separation plugin for your DAW

Instantly Separate Stems in Any DAW

PEEL STEMS™ 2 is the latest version of our AI-powered real-time stem separation plugin. Simply insert the plugin on a mixed track to take control of four distinct stems, right within your DAW: Drums, Bass, Vocals and Other. Or rebalance them in real-time without disrupting your creative flow.

Powered by the latest version of our proprietary STEMS LOW LATENCY technology, PEEL STEMS 2 is highly optimized for real-time processing. The plugin immediately responds to your input with a DAW-compensated latency of just 245ms at 44.1kHz.

PEEL STEMS 1 brought major workflow advantages to stem separation. Version 2 goes even further with 49% lower latency, significantly improved separation quality, and an updated user interface.

Already own PEEL STEMS 1? Head to your zplane user area to take advantage of exclusive upgrade pricing.

Uses for PEEL STEMS 2

REMOVE

Instantly remove a song’s Drums, Bass, Vocals, or Other instruments by muting the desired stem. Isolate or extract stems for independent processing, right within your DAW.

REBALANCE

Quickly enhance existing mixes and masters with dedicated level controls for each stem. PEEL STEMS 2 gives you direct control over the individual elements within any musical context.

REMIX

Extract any drum break, sample any bassline, or create unlimited vocal acapellas. Take individual elements from your favorite tracks and drop them into your own productions – no uploading files, no waiting, and no leaving your DAW. Access a seamless sampling and remixing workflow with PEEL STEMS 2.

REFINE

Go deeper with the PEEL Focus EQ – extract specific frequency ranges and stereo content with this powerful spectral isolation tool. Route selected audio to a separate channel for independent processing using PEEL STEMS 2’s secondary output.* Hone in on any part of your audio signal with PEEL STEMS 2.

*Supported in Ableton Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Reason, and Reaper.

Key Features

Real-time Audio Stem Separation
Split mixed audio instantly in your DAW
Stem Isolation Control
Fine-tune separation precision with the Isolation slider
Soundfield Display
Visualize the frequency content and stereo placement of each stem
PEEL Focus EQ
Isolate or extract selected frequency ranges and stereo information
Dual Output
Route the PEEL Focus EQ to a secondary output in your DAW for further processing*
VST3, AU and AAX Plugin Formats
Works in all major DAWs
Windows and macOS
Supports Windows 11, Intel and Silicon Macs

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Introducing PEEL STEMS

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PEEL STEMS Tutorial

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Technical Specifications

  • Audio Format:
    - 1-2 channels (I/O)
    - 44.1-192kHz sample rate
    - PEEL dual-output supported in Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Reason & Reaper
  • Plugin Format: AAX, AU, VST3
  • Plugin Latency:
    - 245ms @ 44.1kHz
    - 238ms @ 48/96/192kHz
    - Intel Macs: 385ms @ 44.1kHz or 378ms @ 48/96kHz
  • Recommended System Requirements:
    - Apple: Apple Silicon (M1 or higher)
    - Windows: Intel Core Ultra 5/7 family or higher
  • Minimum System Requirements:
    - Apple: Intel Core i7
  • Supported Operating Systems:
    - Windows 10 & 11 | 64bit
    - macOS 13 or later | 64bit Intel & Silicon

FAQs

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PEEL STEMS 2 General Operation

Will PEEL STEMS 2 automatically replace instances of PEEL STEMS 1 in my DAW?

No, PEEL STEMS 2 is a new plugin, and therefore it will not automatically replaces instances of PEEL STEMS 1 in existing projects.

After updating from PEEL STEMS 1 to PEEL STEMS 2, I can't find my automation data. How can I recover it?

Because PEEL STEMS 2 is a new plugin, automation data is not carried over into the new version.

What's the difference between PEEL STEMS 1 and PEEL STEMS 2?

PEEL STEMS 2 is powered by the latest version of our real-time stem separation algorithm, meaning 49% less latency and improved audio quality. The GUI has also been upgraded with new stem colours, and now shows the PEEL Filter cutoff frequencies.

Can I upgrade from PEEL STEMS Version 1.0?

Yes! If you own a full license for PEEL STEMS 1, you can upgrade to PEEL STEMS 2 for €19. The upgrade option is accessible after you log in to your account in the zplane User Area.

My DAW doesn`t support a secondary output. Can I simulate that?

Yes. Add PEEL STEMS to the track you want to work on. Adjust the Focus EQ settings to your liking, then duplicate the track and set the EQ in the duplicated track to inverse mode. Now you can treat each track separately.

How do I access the secondary output?

Not all DAWs support a secondary output for an insert plugin. Please check the list in the manual or contact the manufacturer of your DAW. For the DAWs we know that it works with we try to provide tutorial videos. Click the help icon in the plugin to get a list of tutorial videos.

What does "Isolation" do?

Isolation fine-tunes a stem’s separation. How audible this is, depends on your material. Even when all stems are active, you will hear subtle differences, if you bring the isolation values up. That’s why the default value is set to zero.

What is the difference between PEEL and PEEL STEMS?

PEEL STEMS has all of PEEL’s features and adds real-time stem separation. Other than that, PEEL STEMS has a larger processing latency of approx. 480 ms (vs. PEEL approx. 90 ms) and the Soundfield display in PEEL STEMS shows mixes in color and by stem.

Do I lose PEEL, when I crossgrade to PEEL STEMS?

No. In fact you are getting a second plugin and are keeping your PEEL license.