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Pioneering audio plugin company founded in 1992, one of the first to develop professional audio plugins. Creates an extensive catalog including the L-series limiters, SSL and API console emulations, and vocal processing tools. Widely used in professional studios, live sound, and broadcast.

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Channel Strip

  • Abbey Road - REDD Consoles

    London's Abbey Road Studios were at the epicenter of a seismic shift that rocked the world of music during the 1960s, and changed the course of popular culture forever. The Beatles, the Hollies, Pink Floyd and countless other luminaries made musical history at Abbey Road Studios, trailblazing a revolution that resonates to this day. And at the heart of it all, the REDD consoles, custom-designed, built by and named for Abbey Road Studios' in-house Record Engineering Development Department.

    $179

  • Abbey Road EMI TG12345 Channel Strip

    Waves and abbey road studios bring to life the legendary tg12345, the first-ever solid-state console from emi which epitomized the sound evolution of the late '60s and early '70s and helped shape groundbreaking recordings by the beatles, pink floyd, and many others.

    $149

  • Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain

    A modular mastering chain plugin modeled after the EMI TG12410 Transfer Console used in all Abbey Road's mastering suites since the early '70s to this day.

    $14.99

  • AudioTrack Channel Strip

    With 3 processors – EQ, compression and gating – in one easy-to-use plugin, AudioTrack functions like a mixing console’s channel strip, serving your most essential needs on any audio track.

    $79.99

  • Butch Vig Vocals

    With instantly hyped vocals that cut through the mix and a sound that is dripping with character, Butch Vig Vocals now gives everyone the opportunity to work with the sound of a true rock innovator.

  • CLA Bass

    Created in association with Grammy award-winning mixer Chris Lord-Alge, the CLA Bass plugin delivers the radio-ready rock bass sound of Green Day, Nickelback, and Creed.

  • CLA Drums

    Created in collaboration with Grammy-winning mixer Chris Lord-Alge, the CLA Drums plugin delivers the radio-ready rock drum sound of Green Day, Nickelback, and Lifehouse.

  • CLA Guitars

    Processing suite for guitar tracks including compression, EQ, and cabinet simulation.

  • CLA MixDown

    Master buss processing chain designed by Chris Lord-Alge for professional mixdown.

  • CLA MixHub

    Mixing hub providing summing and control for multitrack sessions.

  • CLA Unplugged

    Acoustic guitar processing suite with compression, EQ, and transient shaping.

  • CLA Vocals

    Vocal processing suite designed by Chris Lord-Alge including compression, EQ, and de-essing.

  • Eddie Kramer Bass Channel

    Created in association with legendary engineer Eddie Kramer, this plugin emulates the effects Eddie used in classics by Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones.

  • Eddie Kramer Drum Channel

    Created in collaboration with legendary producer Eddie Kramer, the Kramer Drum Channel Plugin recreates the processing chain Eddie used to record classics by Jimi Hendrix and LED Zeppelin.

  • Eddie Kramer Effects Channel

    Developed in association with legendary engineer Eddie Kramer, the Kramer Effects Channel Plugin recreates the processing chain Eddie used on classics by LED Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones.

  • Eddie Kramer Guitar Channel

    Developed in collaboration with engineer / producer Eddie Kramer, the Kramer Guitar Channel emulates the processing chain he used on classics by The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.

  • Eddie Kramer Vocal Channel

    Created in collaboration with producer / engineer Eddie Kramer, the Kramer Vocal Channel recreates the processing chain Eddie used on classics by The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix.

  • Greg Wells PianoCentric

    Get access to the piano and keyboard mixing techniques perfected by Grammy-winning producer, songwriter and mixing engineer Greg Wells (Adele, Katy Perry, OneRepublic).

  • Greg Wells VoiceCentric

    A user-friendly plugin that gives you quick access to the signature vocal sound of Greg Wells, Grammy-winning producer/mixing engineer for Adele, Katy Perry & OneRepublic.

  • HLS Channel Strip EQ

    Modeled on a vintage Helios console, the Eddie Kramer HLS Channel recreates the original’s high-end presence and fat low-frequency boost of its pre-amps and EQs.

  • JJP Bass

    Created in collaboration with iconic producer / mixing engineer Jack Joseph Puig, JJP Bass Plugin recreates the processing chain Jack used on hits by U2, Pussycat Dolls, and Mary J. Blige.

  • JJP Cymbals and Percussion

    Created in collaboration with Grammy Award-winning producer/mixer Jack Joseph Puig, this plugin recreates his processing chains for cymbals and percussion.

  • JJP Drums

    Developed in collaboration with iconic producer / mixing engineer Jack Joseph Puig, JJP Drums Plugin recreates the processing chain Jack used on hits by Sheryl Crow, Jellyfish and Goo Goo Dolls.

  • JJP Guitars

    Developed in association with iconic producer / mixing engineer Jack Joseph Puig, JJP Guitars Plugin emulates the processing chain Jack used on hits by The Rolling Stones, Beck and Panic at the Disco!

  • JJP Strings and Keys

    Created in collaboration with iconic producer / mixing engineer Jack Joseph Puig, JJP Strings and Keys Plugin emulates the processing chain Jack used on hits by Green Day, John Mayer and Keith Urban.

  • JJP Vocals

    Created in association with iconic producer / mixing engineer Jack Joseph Puig, JJP Vocals Plugin emulates the processing chain Jack used on hits by Lady Gaga, John Mayer and Keith Urban.

  • Magma Tube Channel Strip

    Sculpt your tracks with the rich, textured analog tube Magma sound, now available in a full channel strip covering your most crucial mixing needs including compression/gating, EQ and saturation.

  • Maserati ACG Acoustic Guitar

    Created in collaboration with multi-Platinum mixing engineer Tony Maserati, the ACG Acoustic Guitar Plugin recreates the processing chain heard on hits by Beyoncé, Jason Mraz, and Sting.

  • Maserati DRM Drum Slammer

    Created in association with multi-Platinum mixing engineer Tony Maserati, the DRM Drum Slammer recreates the processing chain used by Tony on hits from Rob Thomas, Sting and David Bowie.

  • Maserati GRP Group Processor

    Developed in association with multi-Platinum mixing engineer Tony Maserati, the GRP Group Processor emulates the processing chain heard on hits by Jay-Z, Beyoncé and Black Eyed Peas.

  • Maserati GTi Guitar

    Created in collaboration with multi-Platinum mixing engineer Tony Maserati, the GTi Guitar Plugin emulates the processing chain heard on hits by Alicia Keys, Macy Gray, and Mary J. Blige.

  • Maserati VX1 Vocal Enhancer

    Developed in association with multi-Platinum mixing engineer Tony Maserati, the VX1 Vocal Enhancer Plugin recreates the processing chain heard on hits by Beyoncé, Black Eyed Peas and Usher.

  • Renaissance Channel Strip

    Renaissance Channel puts the best of Renaissance processing in one place, a complete channel strip combining EQ, compression and gating, with a double-precision audio path, separate sidechains for the Gate and Comp, and more.

  • Scheps 73

    The Waves Scheps 73 is a colorful 3-band EQ modeled on the classic 1073 console's EQ and mic preamp module and developed in association with world-renowned mixing engineer Andrew Scheps.

  • Scheps Omni Channel 2

    The perfect channel strip, designed with Grammy-winning mixer Andrew Scheps, to deliver his time-tested combinations of compression, EQ, saturation, de-essing and more. Now expanded with brand new features.

  • SSL E-Channel Strip

    Developed under license from Solid State Logic, the SSL E-Channel strip plugin delivers the incomparable sound of the SSL 4000 Series console dynamics and EQ.

  • SSL EV2 Channel Strip

    SSL EV2 is a new, elevated take on the legendary SSL 4000 console sound, re-modeled from the ground up for a new level of analog richness – plus new features including the original O2 Brown EQ and all-new mic preamp saturation.

  • SSL G-Channel Strip

    Modeled under license from Solid State Logic, the SSL G-Channel strip plugin brings the unmistakable EQ and dynamics of SSL G Series consoles to your computer.

Compressor

  • Abbey Road RS124 Vintage Tube Compressor

    The ultra-rare RS124 is the holy grail of vintage smooth compressors. Now you can give your music the legendary velvety tones heard on every Beatles recording made at Abbey Road. With two distinct flavors to choose from, this is the only official emulation approved by Abbey Road Studios.

    $59.99

  • API 2500 Compressor

    A versatile stereo compressor plugin, the API 2500 can function as two separate mono channels, so you can shape the punch and tone of mixes with absolute accuracy.

  • C1 Compressor / Gate

    With compression, expansion, gating, sidechain and equalization, the C1 is a true production workhorse, featuring 3 separate modules for maximum flexibility.

  • C360 Surround Compressor

    Engineered especially for 5.1 surround production, the C360 Surround Compressor plugin delivers state-of-the-art soft knee compression with flexible channel coupling and grouping.

  • CLA Epic

    Buss compressor designed by Chris Lord-Alge for gluing mixes together with punch and clarity.

  • CLA-2A Compressor Limiter

    Modeled on the legendary electro-optical tube compressor, this plugin emulates the original’s smooth frequency-dependent behaviors which made it a favorite of engineers everywhere.

  • CLA-3A Compressor Limiter

    Based on the early ‘70s solid-state unit with its transparent compression curve, the CLA-3A compressor plugin delivers the quick response and subtle harmonic distortion of the original.

  • CLA-76 Compressor Limiter

    Inspired by the famed mid-‘60s Class A line level limiting amplifier, Waves CLA-76 compressor plugin offers the superfast attack that made the original studio legends.

  • dbx 160 Compressor/Limiter

    Modeled emulation of the classic dbx 160 hardware compressor known for its punchy, transparent dynamics control.

  • H-Comp Hybrid Compressor

    Combining the modeled behavior of transformers, tubes, and transistors, H-Comp Hybrid Compressor plugin is a dynamics processor with the best of analog and digital in one plugin.

  • IDX Intelligent Dynamics

    This intelligent frequency-dependent compressor optimizes your tracks' energy for greater punch and focus. Instantly vitalize your mix with just one knob.

  • Kramer PIE Compressor

    Modeled on a vintage Pye compressor, the PIE compressor plugin features a modeled VU meter with superfast refresh rates that recreates behavior of a physical meter.

  • Manny Marroquin Tone Shaper

    The Manny Marroquin Tone Shaper plugin is a parallel compressor with 4 bands plus EQ and ‘secret ingredients’ to change the tonality of a track to match your mix.

  • MV2 Compressor

    With high and low level compression controlled by a streamlined interface and intuitive dual faders, the MV2 Compressor plugin keeps your dynamics in check and maximizes your volume instantly.

  • MV360 Surround Compressor

    With 6 channels of high-level surround compression controlled by a streamlined interface, MV360 surround volume leveler plugin keeps dynamics in check and maximizes your volume instantly.

  • OneKnob Pressure

    From light parallel-style compression to heavy squashing, OneKnob Pressure is a versatile dynamics processor, ideal for percussive sources like loops and drum busses.

  • PuigChild 660 & 670

    Modeled on the legendary Fairchild compressor, the PuigChild 660/670 includes the PuigChild 660 mono Fairchild plugin and PuigChild 670 stereo Fairchild plugin.

  • Renaissance Compressor

    The gold standard for smooth, great-sounding compression, R-Comp has delivered musical results for countless top engineers and musicians. Features vintage Opto and modern Electro modes.

  • Renaissance Vox Vocal Compressor

    The first-choice vocal compressor for top engineers worldwide. With its approachable interface of just 3 controls for gating, compression and output gain, R-Vox is the quickest route to a legendary vocal sound.

  • Spherix Immersive Compressor & Limiter

    Save time and avoid tedious manual workarounds with Spherix, two dynamics plugins designed from the ground up for fast, efficient work on the beds (fixed channels) of immersive 7.1.4/7.1.2 mixing environments such as Dolby Atmos®.

  • V-Comp Vintage Compressor

    Modeled on the rich lush buss sound of the vintage 2254 hardware with its time constants and fixed nominal output gain, V-Comp packs the musical punch heard on countless hit records.

Utility

  • 360° Surround Tools

    When sound engineers for major motion pictures need a comprehensive set of processors for mixing 5.1 surround sound, they turn to Waves 360 surround tools. Conceived and created especially for surround production, 360 surround tools includes compression, limiting, reverb, spatial enhancement, and much more.

    $35

  • Bass Rider

    Optimized especially for the frequency range and envelope characteristics of bass instruments, Bass Rider delivers perfect bass levels, without changing the natural sound of your bass.

  • Cosmos Sample Finder

    AI-powered sample management and browser plugin for quickly finding and previewing samples by sonic similarity.

  • Curves Resolve

    Intelligent problem-solving tool for identifying and resolving audio issues using spectral analysis.

  • DeBreath Vocal

    A timesaver for voiceovers, music and multimedia, DeBreath Vocal plugin lets you control how much breath you want on vocal tracks and even add room tone where breaths have been reduced.

  • eMo Signal Generator

    An intuitive signal generator plugin that can be used on its own or as part of the eMotion LV1 live mixer to help you test your studio and live systems.

  • Feedback Hunter

    Automatic feedback detection and elimination tool for live sound engineers.

  • Greg Wells MixCentric

    Put a finishing touch on your mix with this easy-to-use plugin, developed with Grammy-winning producer, songwriter and mixer Greg Wells (Adele, Katy Perry, OneRepublic).

  • Immersive Wrapper

    Turn any Waves mono plugin into a multi-channel immersive processor: Create immersive bus processing setups in multi-channel / object-based immersive mixes, using any Waves mono plugin.

  • InPhase

    The ultimate phase correction plugin for phase shift treatment, phase alignment and complex phase manipulation tasks, InPhase is the tool for all phasing issues.

  • InPhase LT

    With its simplified controls, intuitive interface, and powerful phase shift filters, InPhase LT is a one-stop creative tool that makes it easy to enhance, manipulate, and accentuate your tracks.

  • Key Detector

    Key Detector is a time-saving tool for all music makers. Find the key of any sample, track or full mix, with AI precision. Send your song’s key instantly to Waves' vocal tuning and harmonizing plugins.

  • Manny Marroquin Triple D

    The Manny Marroquin Triple D plugin with DeBoxy to remove boxy sound from the low mids, DeHarsher to eliminate harshness in the mids/high mids and DeEsser for high sibilant sounds.

  • NLS Non-Linear Summer

    NLS Non-Linear Summer plugin delivers the ultimate analog summing sound in-the-box, featuring three legendary virtual consoles with over 100 individually modeled channels in all.

  • Playlist Rider

    A volume management plugin that helps content creators and sound engineers balance the volume of multiple sources (host, guest, music playlist, audio clips) automatically, non-destructively, and in real time to achieve natural, consistent levels throughout a show.

  • StudioRack

    Mix more easily with StudioRack, the smart plugin chainer, now supercharged with the StudioVerse plugin chain community: Thousands of mix-ready chains, available inside your DAW, with powerful Musical AI search.

  • Sub Align

    This plugin lets FOH engineers align subwoofer and top speakers in PA systems where the subs are tied in with the tops and the system processor is inaccessible.

  • TRACT Sound System Calibration

    Turn any sound system into a well-balanced foundation for your mixes. The TRACT plugin integrates with Smaart, the industry-standard audio analysis software, to auto-correct EQ issues and time-align any sound system.

  • Vocal Rider

    A true timesaver, this plugin adjusts your vocal levels automatically, saving you the need to draw each level change in your DAW or manually ride faders.

  • Waves Stream

    Remote Audio Collaboration in a Single Click: Share lossless audio from your DAW with your friends, co-creators, and clients—in real time, at one easy click of a button.

  • X-FDBK

    X-FDBK identifies the precise frequencies that cause feedback and surgically cuts them, dramatically shortening the setup time of monitors and PA speakers.

Equalizer

  • Abbey Road RS56 Passive EQ

    Even the most modern productions revere the classic sounds of the 50s and 60s like those from the rs56, the very first parametric eq. A silky smooth, powerful and musical stereo eq, rs56 is perfect for loops, drums and synths, or the entire mix bus.

    $19.99

  • API 550A & API 550B EQ

    Modeled on the late 1960’s legends, the API 550 EQ plugins include two uniquely powerful equalizer plugin components, the API 550a and API 550b equalizers.

  • API 560 EQ

    Based on the 1967 classic, the API 560 10-Band Graphic Equalizer plugin features precision filtering and high headroom, ideal for signal enhancement and room tuning.

  • Curves AQ

    Adaptive dynamic equalizer with intelligent curve-based frequency shaping for context-aware processing.

  • Curves Equator

    Precision equalizer with visual curve-based interface for intuitive frequency shaping.

  • eMo Q4 Paragraphic EQ

    The eMo Q4 EQ plugin is a super-handy 4-band paragraphic equalizer. It can be used either separately or as part of the eMotion LV1 live mixer channel strip.

  • F6 Floating-Band Dynamic EQ

    Surgical dynamic equalizer with 6 floating, fully-adjustable parametric filter bands, advanced EQ and compression/expansion controls per band, mid-side processing options, real-time frequency spectrum analyzer, and more.

  • GEQ Graphic Equalizer

    Classic graphic equalizer with 30 bands of precise frequency shaping for studio and live applications.

  • H-EQ Hybrid Equalizer

    Hybrid equalizer combining analog-modeled EQ curves from classic consoles with modern digital precision.

  • Linear Phase EQ

    With linear phase filters that preserve your original musical balance, the Linear Phase EQ plugin provides precision control over the entire harmonic spectrum.

  • Manny Marroquin EQ

    The Manny Marroquin EQ plugin captures the best of the SSL 9080 XL K, Quad 8, Motown, Neve 1073, API 550B and Avalon 2055 and puts them all together in one plugin.

  • OneKnob Brighter

    An intelligent treble booster that adds brightness from the mid-high range on up, OneKnob Brighter is perfect for brightening up tracks or cutting through the mix.

  • PuigTec EQP-1A + MEQ-5 EQ

    Modeled on two vintage Pultec EQs, the PuigTec EQP-1A and MEQ-5 EQ plugins are remarkable replications of original hand-crafted units from the collection of producer/engineer Jack Joseph Puig.

  • Q-Clone

    Like having dozens of EQs in one plugin, dig into Q-Clone’s Massive library of classic EQs or use its Q-Capture component to model your own hardware favorites.

  • Q10

    Multiband paragraphic EQ with 10 bands of precision equalization for mixing and mastering – a go-to tool for both surgical repair and gentle coloring.

  • Renaissance Equalizer

    An intuitive, analog-style 6-band paragraphic EQ, with variable filter types, vintage-sounding curves, and a real-time frequency analyzer. A favorite for countless Grammy-winning producers and engineers.

  • RS56

    Waves and Abbey Road Studios have faithfully recreated the powerful sound-shaping capabilities of the original RS56 passive equalizer, also known as ‘The Curve Bender.’

  • Silk Vocal

    Take your vocals from raw to pro, in no time. With 2000 analysis bands, Silk Vocal targets problematic resonances and balances your vocal tracks. Tell the plugin where to focus, the smart engine will do the rest.

  • SSL G-Equalizer

    Modeled emulation of the SSL G-Series console equalizer from the legendary 4000 series.

  • V-EQ3 Vintage Equalizer

    Combining the best characteristics of the vintage 1066 and 1073 modules, the V-EQ3 is a modeled equalizer plugin based on the acclaimed Neve® 1066 & 1073.

  • V-EQ4 Vintage Equalizer

    Modeled on the highly sought-after 1081 console module, the V-EQ4 equalizer features detailed high frequency boosts plus High Pass and Low Pass Filters to deliver the real sound of vintage gear.

Reverb

  • Abbey Road Chambers Reverb

    Get the reverberating sounds of the legendary Abbey Road Studio Two echo chamber, complete with Abbey Road's long-lost S.T.E.E.D. setup – create everything from beautiful natural chamber reverb to surging delay cascades.

  • CLA EchoSphere – Slap Delay and Plate Reverb

    Designed with legendary mix engineer Chris Lord-Alge (Green Day, Muse, Bruce Springsteen), CLA EchoSphere combines slap delay and plate reverb, his go-to combination for mixing lush lead vocals.

  • H-Reverb Hybrid Reverb

    A pioneering FIR reverb based on innovative Finite Impulse Response reverberation technology. Features advanced ADA analog modeling and artist presets from leading mixing engineers.

  • IR-1 Parametric Convolution Reverb

    The ultimate sampled reverb plugin, the IR1 convolution reverb plugin puts the sampled sound of Wembley Arena, Grand Ole Opry and other famous spaces in your hands.

  • IR-360 Surround Convolution Reverb

    The ultimate surround reverb plugin, the IR360 reverb brings the cutting-edge science of impulse response technology to the world of surround sound production.

  • IR-L Convolution Reverb

    An easy-to-use reverb plugin with a simple streamlined interface, the IR-L offers the same great convolution reverb sound and performance as our acclaimed IR1.

  • IR-Live Convolution Reverb

    An impulse response-based convolution reverb designed with the live sound engineer in mind, IR-Live brings the world's greatest venues and hardware to you, with real-time, low-latency performance.

  • Lofi Space Reverb & Delay

    Lofi Space is the perfect effect for those attention-grabbing ear candy moments. With bright saturated delay and two flavors of analog-based spring and plate reverb, Lofi Space lets you add splashes of vintage ‘verb color and bold analog echo to your tracks straight out of the box.

  • Magma Springs Reverb

    Magma Springs is a collection of our 7 favorite types of spring reverb – each one a peek into a world of style. Try them on any part, any genre, and imbue your tracks with the distinctively edgy sound of cult legend.

  • Manny Marroquin Reverb

    The Manny Marroquin Reverb plugin includes six different reverbs, with three different room sizes for each with EQ and compression plus phaser and distortion.

    $99

  • OneKnob Wetter

    Easy-to-use reverb plugin that adds instant depth and dimension to any track by turning just one knob. The quick solution for bigger vocals, drums and more.

  • R360 Surround Reverb

    Using state-of-the-art tail generation technology, the R360 surround reverb plugin delivers 6 channels of rich, smooth acoustic modeling for 5.1 mixing environments.

  • Renaissance Reverb

    Classic recursive reverb with rich reverb tails, 12 reverb types, and an advanced early reflection system. The first choice for countless producers and engineers.

  • Space Rider

    Space Rider combines reverb, delay, chorus with a dynamic Rider that allows you to automate your effects in real time.

  • TrueVerb Reverb

    Combining reverb, an early reflections simulator, and an intuitive interface, the TrueVerb Reverb plugin makes it easy to create natural-sounding acoustic spaces.

Limiter

  • Clarix LB

    Transparent look-ahead brickwall limiter for mastering and peak level control.

  • Infected Mushroom Pusher

    Created with electronic duo Infected Mushroom, Pusher is an innovative multiband sonic enhancer and limiter/clipper designed to push your tracks to the max.

  • L1 Ultramaximizer Peak Limiter

    Advanced level maximizer, look-ahead peak limiter and high-resolution re-quantizer, all in one powerful industry-standard plugin for mastering and mixing.

  • L2 Ultramaximizer

    With look-ahead brickwall peak limiting, level maximization, and ultra high resolution, the L2 peak limiter plugin is a powerful tool for mixing, mastering, and more.

    $129

  • L3 Ultramaximizer

    Like its big brother the Multimaximizer, the L3 Ultramaximizer delivers state-of-the-art peak limiting and level maximization, controlled by an intuitive, streamlined interface.

  • L3-LL Ultramaximizer

    Like its sibling the Multimaximizer, the low-latency L3-LL Ultramaximizer delivers top quality level maximization and peak limiting, controlled by an intuitive, streamlined interface.

  • L360 Surround Limiter

    The industry’s most popular surround limiter plugin, the L360’s combination of peak limiting, dithering, and noise shaping delivers the ultimate surround experience.

  • L4 Ultramaximizer

    Professional loudness maximizer delivering transparent peak limiting for mastering applications.

  • OneKnob Louder

    Using a combination of peak limiting and low-level compression with automatic makeup, OneKnob Louder effectively makes tracks louder, increasing RMS by up to 24 dB.

Enhancer

  • Greg Wells ToneCentric

    Add rich analog tone to individual tracks or entire mixes, in the studio or live, with this harmonic enhancer developed with Grammy-winning producer Greg Wells (Adele).

  • LoAir Subharmonic Generator

    With adjustable frequency and low-pass filter controls to shape your ultra low-end, LoAir subharmonic plugin can process polyphonic content and create LFE tracks from stereo or 5.0 sources.

  • Maserati B72 Bass Phattener

    Developed in collaboration with multi-Platinum mixing engineer Tony Maserati, the B72 Bass Phattener recreates the processing chain used on hits from Tupac Shakur, Jay-Z and Notorious B.I.G.

  • Maserati HMX Harmonic Generator

    Developed in collaboration with multi-Platinum mixing engineer Tony Maserati, the HMX Harmonic Generator Plugin emulates the processing chain heard on hits by John Legend and Jason Mraz.

  • MaxxBass

    The bass boost heard on countless hit records and major motion pictures, MaxxBass® bass enhancer plugin creates rich low frequencies using psychoacoustic technology.

  • Renaissance Bass

    The industry’s favorite plugin for delivering a richer, deeper low end that translates even on small playback systems. A tried-and-true workhorse for countless Grammy-winning engineers.

  • Submarine

    Add bigger, deeper sub bass to your tracks, with unprecedented clarity and low-end accuracy. Powered by Waves’ Organic ReSynthesis technology, Submarine’s two subharmonic generators deliver well-balanced subsonic results on any large sound system.

  • Vitamin Sonic Enhancer

    Vitamin is a multiband harmonic enhancer that can make any track sound powerful and full of spark. Ideal for studio mixing and mastering and for live sound.

Multiband

  • C4 Multiband Compressor

    A uniquely powerful dynamics processor, C4 Multiband Compressor plugin features 4 bands of up and down expansion, limiting, and compression plus dynamic EQ and standard EQ.

  • C6 Multiband Compressor

    Ideal for one-stop vocal and instrument shaping, the C6 Multiband Compressor plugin includes four crossover bands and two floating bands plus a sidechain feature.

  • L3 Multimaximizer Multiband Peak Limiter

    A powerful auto-summing multiband limiter for all-in-one mastering, the L3 multiband peak limiter plugin enhances your frequency response and maximizes your levels.

  • L3-16 Multimaximizer Multiband Mastering

    The ultimate all-in-one mastering plugin, the L3-16 multiband peak limiter plugin maximizes your sound with 16 bands of pinpoint precision and breathtaking detail.

  • MultiMod Rack

    Step up to next-level distortion with the powerhouse multiband modulation rack for Waves’ latest distortion plugins. Create the wildest palette of modulatable distortion FX and achieve multiband distortion with surgical precision.

Amp Sim

  • GTR Solo

    Turn your computer into a guitar FX powerhouse with GTR Solo: 10 precision modeled guitar amps, 13 stomps and 10 cabinets by Fender®, Marshall®, Vox® and others—just plug in and fire it up.

  • GTR3

    With 25 guitar amps, 7 bass amps, 29 cabs and 26 stomp effects, Waves GTR3 delivers the modeled amp sounds of Fender®, Marshall®, Mesa/Boogie®, Vox®, and more.

  • GTR3 Amps

    Inspired by legendary amplifiers from Fender, Marshall, Mesa/Boogie, Vox and others, GTR3 brings you the very best vintage and contemporary amps – in the box!

  • GTR3 ToolRack

    Waves GTR ToolRack features virtual guitar amps, cabs, and effects that can run as a plugin in your DAW or as a standalone application for real-time processing.

  • PRS SuperModels

    Created in collaboration with Paul Reed Smith, the Waves PRS SuperModels plugin superbly models three high-end PRS guitar amps: the coveted PRS Archon, the legendary PRS Dallas, and the ultra-rare PRS Blue Sierra/V9.

  • Voltage Amps

    Get perfect guitar and bass tones, right out of the box. These 7 newly designed amps cover a rich palette of classic and modern sounds, with over 400 presets by leading artists.

Distortion

  • Berzerk

    The go-to plugin for wild, deranged, creative distortion with 10 original distortion shapes, advanced feedback, dynamics and M/S options for versatile experimentation, plus the Go Berzerk button for randomized distortion madness.

    $99

  • GTR3 Stomps

    From Distortion, Doubler and Delay to Flanger, Phaser, Fuzz and more, GTR3 Stomps give you everything you need to customize your tone.

  • Magma StressBox

    Creative distortion and saturation plugin for adding aggression, grit, and character to any audio source.

  • Manny Marroquin Distortion

    The Manny Marroquin Distortion plugin. Whether you like it crunchy-style or down-and-dirty, a little bit of distortion on vocals, Rhodes, Wurlis, etc. can really add a lot of attitude and edge.

  • MDMX Distortion Modules

    3 distortion plugins based on musicians’ all-time favorites. From classic fat round overdrive to freaked-out fuzz, this oversaturated color palette gives you quick access to the greatest distorted sounds you know and love.

  • OneKnob Driver

    From light overdrive to full-on distortion, OneKnob Driver is not just for guitars; it sounds great as an effect for vocals, piano, synths, drums, bass and more.

Noise Reduction

  • Clarity Vx

    AI-powered noise reduction plugin that cleans vocal recordings in real time while preserving voice quality.

  • NS1 Noise Suppressor

    The NS1 automatic noise suppression plugin instantly analyzes and adapts to your signal in real-time, bringing the foreground into focus as it eliminates unnecessary background noise.

  • W43

    Perfect for video editors, the W43 noise reduction plugin for video post production cleans audio noise like hiss, hum, traffic noise or wind on dialog tracks.

  • WNS Noise Suppressor

    WNS Noise Suppressor audio plugin for film and video post production is designed to reduce noise and clean dialog tracks, narration, voiceovers and broadcast.

  • X-Noise

    With its simple, intuitive controls, X-Noise is perfect for removing tape hiss as well as air conditioner and computer noise from individual tracks, complete mixes, or damaged recordings.

  • Z-Noise

    Featuring advanced real-time noise profiling, innovative transient preservation, and increased low-frequency resolution, the Z-Noise plugin truly is a revolution in noise reduction.

Saturation

  • Abbey Road Saturator

    Musical analog saturation & distortion from the legendary Abbey Road Studios: The sound of classic tubes and transistors, driven from subtle to extreme, and excited by the rare EMI TG12321—a secret weapon of Abbey Road engineers.

    $55

  • BB Tubes

    Huge-sounding tube saturation which makes any vocal or instrument jump out of the speakers. From delicate to aggressive analog brilliance, BB Tubes makes your mixes sound expensive and brings your music to life.

    $34.99

  • Cobalt Saphira

    Harmonic shaping plugin offering eleven unique saturation modes for adding color, warmth, and presence to audio.

  • J37 Tape Saturation

    The Waves: Abbey Road J37 Tape Saturation plugin, modeled on the machine used to record many of the greatest masterpieces in modern music, brings analog warmth to digital recordings.

  • Lil Tube

    Add rich tube fatness & saturation on every track in your mix – your own tube console. Custom-modeled analog sound in the company of fabled tube preamps, Lil Tube is a plugin you’ll feel.

  • Scheps Parallel Particles

    Discover new tone-shaping possibilities with the signature sound of Grammy-winning mixing engineer Andrew Scheps (Adele, Jay Z, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Black Sabbath, Lana Del Rey).

Spatial

  • Abbey Road Studio 3

    The Abbey Road Studio 3 plugin brings the acoustic environment of the legendary Abbey Road Studio 3 control room to your headphones, so you can have better reference for your mixes and productions wherever you are.

    $39.99

  • B360 Ambisonics Encoder

    Convert and mix mono, stereo and surround tracks into Ambisonics B-format to deliver 360° audio mixes for YouTube 360, Facebook 360 and VR projects.

  • CLA Nx

    Headphone monitoring plugin from Chris Lord-Alge providing studio acoustic reference for mixing on headphones.

  • Nx

    Virtual mix room plugin that recreates studio monitoring acoustics over headphones using head tracking.

  • Nx Germano Studios New York

    Nx Germano brings the A-list acoustics of the legendary NYC studio (formerly The Hit Factory) to your headphones. Monitor your mixes in a precise model of the iconic control room, so you can create better mixes anywhere, anytime.

  • Nx Ocean Way Nashville

    To create stellar mixes, you need a stellar mixing environment. This plugin replicates the acoustics and monitoring system of the stellar Ocean Way Nashville control rooms, over any headphones – so you can create better mixes, anywhere, anytime.

Modulation

  • Enigma Modulation Effect

    Go beyond phasing and flanging with the Enigma Modulation Effect plugin, using filters, delay loops, LFO modulation and reverb to twist, bend and mangle your sound.

  • MetaFlanger

    From gentle choruses and dual-delay flanging sounds to sharp phasing and extreme jet sweeps, the MetaFlanger flanger phaser plugin is the ultimate in modulation.

  • MondoMod Modulation Chorus

    Using an exclusive combination of linked AM, FM and Rotation modulators, the MondoMod chorus plugin creates unique modulation textures, from tranquil to turbulent.

  • Reel ADT

    The first plugin to successfully model Abbey Road Studios’ signature automatic double tracking effect, created to meet the recording needs of the Beatles.

  • Sync VX

    Vocal synchronization and doubling plugin for creating tight, aligned vocal layers.

Pitch Shifter

  • Doppler Effect

    For creative sound design and sound FX, the Doppler plugin lets you control the frequency change, speed, and distance of your source with pinpoint accuracy.

  • SoundShifter Time and Pitch Shifter

    The world’s most advanced time and pitch shifter plugin, SoundShifter makes it easy to change keys, tempos, durations, and manipulate the time-pitch continuum.

  • Torque – Drum Tone Shifter

    Enhance the tone of snares, toms, kicks or an entire drum kit in your mix, with natural-sounding results that no regular pitch-shifter will allow.

  • UltraPitch Pitch Shifter and Harmonizer

    For stereo chorusing, doubling, parallel harmonies, vocal slap and spread effects, the UltraPitch Pitch Shifter and Harmonizer plugin is a processing powerhouse.

  • Vocal Bender

    Manipulate your vocals in real time for the most popular sounds in hip hop, pop, R&B and electronic genres. With zero latency and two simple pitch and formant controls, you can easily track, mix and perform hit-sounding vocals – instantly.

Stereo Widener

  • Center

    Ideal for final mixes and mastering, the innovative Center stereo enhancer plugin lets you bring out or bring down vocals without affecting the rest of your mix.

  • Doubler

    Doubling effect plugin that creates a thicker, wider sound by generating offset copies of the input signal.

  • DTS Neural Mono2Stereo

    Developed under license from DTS, this plugin suite converts mono audio sources into stereo content, which can then be turned into 5.1 or 7.1 surround.

  • PS22 Mono to Stereo Enhancer

    For mono-to-stereo emulation, enhancing individual tracks, and rebalancing the imaging of stereo mixes, the PS22 Mono to Stereo Enhancer plugin is unsurpassed.

  • S1 Stereo Enhancer

    Ideal for stereo tracks as well as full mixes, the S1 stereo enhancer plugin is a powerful set of tools that enhances stereo separation and spatial imaging.

Surround

  • DTS Neural Surround DownMix

    Developed under license from DTS, this plugin processes 5.1 or 7.1 surround content into a 2-channel stereo mix, accurately representing placement across the soundscape as intended by the content creator.

  • DTS Neural Surround UpMix

    Developed under license from DTS, this plugin lets broadcast, post-production and mix engineers convert stereo audio to quad, 5.1 and 7.1 surround, as well as 5.1 to 7.1 surround.

  • M360 Surround Manager & Mixdown

    Indispensable plugins for achieving the perfect placement, balance and spread in surround sound design and mixing and for 5.1 studio calibration and bass management.

  • S360 Surround Panner & Imager

    Engineered especially for surround sound, the S360° Surround Imager and S360° Surround Panner increase and enhance low frequency width, perceived depth, imaging, and distance panning.

  • UM225 / UM226 Stereo to Surround

    From music to movie soundtracks, the UM225 and UM226 stereo-to-surround plugins are the most versatile, best-sounding upmixing processors out there.

Synthesizer

  • Codex

    Polyphonic wavetable synthesizer combining classic and modern synthesis techniques with granular and spectral capabilities.

  • Element 2.0

    Analog-style polyphonic instrument designed to deliver the warm sound of the classics, with all the precision, flexibility and control of a software instrument.

  • Flow Motion FM Synth

    Design deep basses, screaming leads, rich pads and growling FX. Hybrid FM synth, featuring an intuitive graphic interface that makes FM synthesis playful and easy, an innovative 16-step snapshot sequencer, and a rich library of over 1000 presets.

  • Kaleidoscopes

    Kaleidoscopes is a virtual instrument plugin from Waves featuring organic pads, textures, and evolving soundscapes.

  • Waves Gemstones

    Waves Gemstones is a virtual instrument plugin featuring rich, expressive sounds powered by Waves synthesis technology.

Filter

  • eMo F2 High-Pass / Low-Pass Filters

    eMo F2 is an 18-dB high-pass/low-pass filter optimized for live performances, to be used separately or as part of the eMotion LV1 mixing console.

  • LFE360 Surround Low-Pass Filter

    For earth-shaking lows that will rock your surround sound environment, the LFE360 is unmatched for filtering and enhancing the LFE channel with fine-tune precision.

  • MetaFilter

    With its three separate modulators, this filter plugin delivers versatile effects with all the warmth, depth and fatness of classic analog filters.

  • OneKnob Filter

    From the mixing room to the DJ booth, OneKnob Filter is a powerful sweepable filter with switchable resonance modes, perfect for full mixes, loops, synths and more.

Autotune

  • Waves Tune

    Vocal tuning has never been easier or more precise. The ultimate pitch correction tool, for perfectly tuned natural-sounding vocals or creative effects.

  • Waves Tune LT

    Like its big brother, Waves Tune LT delivers the same great sound as Waves Tune using simplified controls including pitch edit graph with waveform overview, timeline, piano roll and pitch editor.

  • Waves Tune Real-Time

    A dream tool that helps vocalists stay in tune while singing, feel confident, and focus on the emotion of their performance, in the studio or live on stage.

De Esser

  • DeEsser

    When it comes to reducing excess sibilance (ess and shh sounds) from vocal tracks, nothing compares to Waves DeEsser which delivers smooth and natural output with minimum fuss.

  • Renaissance DeEsser

    This specialized sibilance attenuator allows you to reduce undesirable high frequencies surgically, while preserving the sparkle and musicality of the source.

  • Sibilance

    Powered by Waves’ innovative Organic ReSynthesis technology, this transparent vocal de-esser removes harsh vocal ‘s’ sounds faster than ever before, with exceptional quality – allowing you to make your vocals brighter without harshness.

Delay

  • H-Delay Hybrid Delay

    Versatile hybrid delay combining analog warmth with digital precision, featuring sync, filtering, and modulation.

  • Manny Marroquin Delay

    The Manny Marroquin Delay plugin includes reverb, distortion, a doubler/harmonizer plus a phaser, for when you want to add some movement or really go wild.

  • SuperTap Delay

    Inspired by classic analog tape delays, SuperTap Delay plugin offers extensive modulation, panning, and filtering options plus BPM sync for up to 6 separate delays.

Dynamics

  • eMo D5 Dynamics

    Versatile dynamics processor providing gate, compressor, limiter, de-esser, and leveler in a single plugin.

  • MaxxVolume

    A powerful 4-way dynamics processor, MaxxVolume volume leveler plugin uses high level compression, low level expansion, gating, and leveling to maximize loudness and clarity.

  • OneKnob Pumper

    Designed for achieving an instant ducking effect, OneKnob Pumper simulates sidechain compression, saving you the need to route the kick track to the sidechain input of a compressor.

Electric Piano

  • Electric 200 Piano

    Precise sampling of the classic 200-model electric piano featured on songs by Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and Queen, with effects, compressor and amp added.

  • Electric 88 Piano

    Get the soul and character of a unique electric piano, sampled to capture the nuances of the original vintage instrument, with effects, compressor and amp added.

  • Electric Grand 80 Piano

    Faithfully sampled from the electric grand piano which defined 80s hits by Elton John, Peter Gabriel and electronic musicians from Vangelis to the present.

Virtual Instrument

  • Bass Fingers

    The most detailed and nuanced finger-style bass virtual instrument in existence. Lay down authentic and realistic-sounding basslines with the personality of a seasoned bass player—intuitively on your keyboard.

    $29.99

  • Bass Slapper

    The most elaborate and realistic-sounding slap bass plugin ever created, allowing you to create all the nuances and articulation of a seasoned bass player.

    $129

  • Clavinet

    Virtual Clavinet instrument capturing the percussive funk sound of the classic Hohner Clavinet keyboard.

De Reverb

  • Clarity Vx DeReverb

    AI-powered reverb removal plugin that reduces room ambience and reverberation from vocal recordings.

  • Clarity Vx DeReverb Pro

    Welcome to a faster dialogue-editing workflow – remove reverb from voice with more power, precision & control than ever before. Clarity’s pioneering AI technology dries recordings instantly and in real-time.

Metering

  • Dorrough Stereo Meter

    When it comes to a stereo meter plugin, you want readability. You want musicality. And most of all, you want accuracy. You want The Waves Dorrough Meter Collection.

  • Dorrough Surround Meter

    Engineered especially for Surround production environments, the Dorrough Meter Collection surround meter plugins are the only meters which show your sound’s density.

Transient Shaper

  • Smack Attack Transient Shaper

    Add smack and bite to drums, loops, synth hits and all percussive sounds by designing the level, shape and duration of their transients’ attack and sustain – from surgical tweaks to savage effects.

  • Trans-X

    Perfect for drum loops, instrumental attacks, or modifying room acoustics, Trans-X transient shaper plugin revitalizes individual tracks and full mixes alike.

Vocoder

  • Morphoder Synth Vocoder

    Taking the classic sound of the original Vocoder synthesizer to new heights, Morphoder lets you combine different audio signals to create wild, unique sounds never before heard.

  • OVox Vocal ReSynthesis

    Transform your vocals with the next-generation voice-controlled synth and vocal effects processor. Create a limitless palette of vocal morphing, tuning, harmonizing, vocoder, talkbox effects and beyond. Plugin or standalone app.

Analyzer

  • PAZ Analyzer Audio Analyzer

    Accurate and easy to use, the PAZ audio analyzer plugin generates a realtime visual representation of your stereo positioning, frequency spread, and Peak/RMS levels.

Auto Pan

  • Brauer Motion

    Create an unprecedented world of movement inside your mixes with this circular stereo auto-panner designed with top mixer Michael Brauer (Coldplay).

Boost

  • OneKnob Phatter

    Add bottom, weight and body to bass, keys, kick drums and vocals alike with OneKnob Phatter, a bass booster that provides a quick way to thicken them in the mix.

De Click

  • X-Click

    Ideal for restoring vinyl and shellac records, X-Click removes strong transient noise like clicks, spikes, switching noise, and digital crosstalk while preserving your source material.

De Crackle

  • X-Crackle

    Perfect for removing crackles and surface noise from vinyl records and damaged recordings, X-Crackle employs advanced psychoacoustic algorithms to intelligently remove unwanted artifacts.

De Hum

  • X-Hum

    Featuring a friendly interface, X-Hum uses eight harmonically linked notch filters to attenuate ground loop hum, DC offset, and low-frequency rumble caused by turntables and tape machines.

De Noiser

  • Clarity Vx Pro

    Clean dialogue at the highest quality – in a fraction of the time. Clarity Vx Pro works in real time, is automatable, and performs multiple noise reduction tasks – in one quick pass. Powered by Waves Neural Networks®.

Dither

  • IDR360 Bit Re-Quantizer

    Bit re-quantizer and dithering plugin for transparent audio resolution conversion in immersive surround workflows.

Emulation

  • The King's Microphones

    The King’s Speech captured the imaginations of moviegoers the world over. Waves and Abbey Road captured the sounds of the rare mics used in the award-winning film.

Exciter

  • Aphex Vintage Aural Exciter

    Modeled on one of the few surviving tube-powered units ever made, this plugin delivers the unique character of the original hardware unit, with all the advantages of software.

    $34.99

Expander

  • PSE - Primary Source Expander

    Reduce stage bleed and sensitivity to feedback when a mic is idle by automatically lowering mic levels between musical phrases. For mixing shows and live recordings.

Harmonizer

  • Waves Harmony

    Create instant vocal harmonies—up to 8 voices generated from a single voice—and quickly craft your dream vocal production. Personalize the character of each voice with pitch, formant, panning, delay, filtering and modulation.

Lo Fi

  • Retro Fi

    The ultimate lofi FX chain with everything you need to produce authentic lofi textures, vintage cassette tones, deep vinyl grooves while breathing life into the dullest synth line, drum break, vocal adlib or instrumental track.

Loudness

  • WLM Plus

    The Waves WLM Plus Loudness Meter plugin provides precision loudness measurement, metering, correction and adjustment tools for broadcast, movie trailers, games, packaged media and more.

Meter

  • VU Meter

    Mix and track in your DAW using the industry’s classic metering method, in order to help you achieve optimal levels, sufficient headroom and a clearer mix.

Modeling

  • Abbey Road - The King's Microphones

    In early 2011 the king's speech captured the imaginations of movie-goers the world over. Now abbey road studios and Waves audio have captured the sounds of the majestic microphones used in the film. Used exclusively by the royal family for speeches on momentous occasions, each of these three priceless microphones dating back to the 1920s and 1930s was tailored and tuned especially for its specific user: king george v, king george vi, and queen elizabeth.

    $39.99

Piano

  • Grand Rhapsody Piano

    Sampled from the Fazioli F228 grand piano housed at London’s Metropolis Studios – the very piano played on Grammy-winning hits such as Adele’s Hello.

Plate

  • Abbey Road Reverb Plates

    State-of-the-art modeling of the four legendary reverb plates housed at Abbey Road Studios and used on recordings by the Beatles, Pink Floyd and Radiohead.

    $99

Sampler

  • CR8 Creative Sampler

    Creative sampler plugin for manipulating and resampling audio with slicing, stretching, and granular tools.

Suite

  • CLA Effects

    Collection of signature effects based on Chris Lord-Alge's mixing techniques including compression, reverb, and delay.

Tape

  • Kramer Master Tape

    Developed in association with Eddie Kramer, the Kramer Master Tape plugin is modeled on a rare vintage 1/4" reel-to-reel machine.

Tuner

  • GTR3 Tuner

    The Waves GTR Tuner is a chromatic tuner that can be set to Standard, Alternate, and Chromatic tunings.

Vinyl

  • Abbey Road Vinyl

    Give your music the vintage warmth of vinyl records played on classic turntables and needles: a precise model of Abbey Road Studios’ vinyl cutting and playback gear.