It looks like Bias Peak is in for some radical [and welcomed] changes. The company has formally announced Peak Pro 6. I frequently visit the support forum on the Bias site, and it is interesting to note that many of the requested features from community members have in fact been added to the application.

Peak 6 will now incorporate high resolution logarithmic metering with high-precision user configurable standard calibrations. Also, Voiceover Ducking DSP that dynamically lowers music levels during voice overs. Podcasting support has been added for authoring & uploading Podcasts directly from Peak.

Metadata audio file support has been enhanced in order to read/write metadata for most major file types including Broadcast WAVE files. Lastly, the UI will support Global Contrast Control and magnetic snapping windows for optimal screen management.

In terms of availability: Bias states that Peak 6 will hit the street in early Q3, 2007. I’m reading that the upgrade cost will be $179 for existing Peak 5 users. However, if an order is placed before the end of March, the price is discounted by $30. Anyone that is planning to purchase the full version of Peak at this time will be entitled to a free downloadable upgrade upon arrival of the new version.

I’m looking forward to Bias Peak 6. Peak 5 Pro XT is my main audio production tool.