I have had a Splice subscription for many years. It helps me a lot when I’m making a new beat from scratch or even when I’m mixing a client’s project (check out my online mixing services) and feel that a few things are needed to improve the mix, like a crash at the beginning of […]
As an audio engineer with years of experience working across different DAWs and plugins, I’m always looking for tools that simplify and enhance my workflow. The Waves Curves Equator caught my attention because it promised to do precisely that: An all-in-one EQ plugin that combines resonance suppression, dynamic frequency unmasking, and tonal balancing. Too good […]
The UAD 1176 Classic Limiter Plug-In Collection brings this legendary analog piece to the digital world with incredible accuracy. It is a masterful recreation of one of the most iconic compressors in audio history. It offers three versions: Rev A (the “Bluestripe”), Rev E (the “Blackface”), and the rare 40th Anniversary Edition. Each version has […]
The PSP 2445 EMT reverb plugin is a remarkable homage to the legendary Swiss hardware reverb units, the EMT 244 and EMT 245. These revered units from the 1980s were trailblazers in the realm of digital reverb, and PSP Audioware has successfully brought their essence into the modern era, merging both into one sleek and […]
The Kirchhoff EQ is a powerful equalizer plugin that has generated a lot of buzz in the audio production community. Many users, including myself, were initially satisfied with tools like FabFilter Pro Q3, which seemed to have all the necessary features. However, the Kirchhoff EQ takes things to a whole new level, offering a feature-rich […]
Solid State Logic (SSL) has once again set a new standard in audio processing with the release of their latest plugin, the Sourcerer. As a sound engineer constantly on the hunt for tools that can improve my mixing and mastering game, the release of the new SSL Sourcerer plugin caught my eye. I’ve always been […]
Discover why the Xfer OTT compressor is a staple in every electronic music producer’s plugin library. As one of the most popular free multiband compressor plugins out there, it’s no surprise that you’ve likely encountered it or already used it, and the best part is that it’s completely free at Xfer website! Download Xfer OTT […]
The Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor is universally acclaimed in audio production circles for its exceptional versatility and distinctive sonic character. It builds on the foundational technologies of iconic compressors like the UA 1176 and Teletronix LA-2A but introduces a modern twist that makes it indispensable in contemporary studios. Revered for its ability to impart rich, […]
Soothe 2 from Oeksound is more than just a traditional EQ plugin; in fact, it is a dynamic resonance suppressor that has redefined the way I approach mixing. Although I included Soothe 2 in my list of best EQ plugins I use, it doesn’t just boost or cut frequencies like your typical equalizer. Instead, it […]
If you’re searching for a versatile, dynamic equalizer to add to your audio projects, something packed with parametric bands, high-quality filters, dynamic control, and, even better, completely free, then look no further than the TDR Nova Free EQ by Tokyo Dawn Labs. This dynamic equalizer is more than just a solid free EQ plugin. It’s […]