Eventide Temperance Lite Review: Gem or Just Hype?
Share This Post Eventide released Eventide Temperance Lite, a reverb that introduces something pretty unconventional: modal reverb shaping combined with musical “tempering.” After spending time using it on vocals, synths, drums, and a couple atmospheric mixes, I wanted to break down how this plugin actually works, what makes it special, and where it fits in […]
Waves Tune Real-Time Review – Still Worth Using in 2026?
Share This Post I’ve been using Waves Tune Real-Time on and off for years, and after putting it through plenty of vocal sessions recently, I figured it was time to give it a proper review. This plugin sits in the same lane as Auto-Tune and other pitch correction plugins, but it approaches things in a […]
Waves Magma StressBox Review: Genius or Same Old?
Share This Post I recently picked up the Magma StressBox, and after running it through a bunch of mixes, I wanted to share my thoughts. This plugin is part of the Waves Magma series, and like the others, it aims to keep things simple while still giving you a lot of character. In this Magma […]
The Best Mixing Template 2026 — Finally Works on Your Sessions
Share This Post I’ve been mixing records for over 10 years, worked with thousands of artists, and I’m about to save you months of trial and error. Everyone is searching for “the best mixing template” or “the best mixing templates.” But 99% of what you download sounds amazing in the demo… and then falls apart […]
The Best Vocal Preset 2026 — Finally Works on Your Voice
Share This Post I’ve been mixing vocals for over 10 years, sold thousands of presets worldwide, and I’m gonna save you months of frustration right now. Everyone is searching for “the best vocal preset” or “the best vocal chain.” But 99% of what you download sounds incredible in the demo and then ends up sounding […]
AutoTune Metamorph Review: Vocal Revolution or Marketing Trick?
Share This Post Antares, the wizards behind AutoTune, just dropped Metamorph — their boldest leap into AI yet. This isn’t your typical pitch fixer; it’s a full-on vocal shapeshifter that lets you morph any voice into something wildly different, all with ethically sourced AI models. As Dxt3r, I’ve been knee-deep in vocal production for years, […]
AutoTune 2026 Review: Upgrade or Just Hype?
Share This Post AutoTune is back with its latest update — AutoTune 2026, the newest version from Antares that continues the legacy of the world’s most famous vocal pitch-correction plugin. This release focuses less on reinventing the wheel and more on refining it: a new design, better performance, and an overall smoother experience. Let’s break […]
Explore Musik Hack’s Fuel Plugin & Ignite Your Mixes
Share This Post What is Musik Hack’s Fuel Plugin? Musik Hack’s Fuel plugin is designed to solve a common studio problem—too many tools, too little time.In the heat of production, you might reach for a clipper, a compressor, a saturator, and a bass enhancer. Fuel combines them all in one sleek, powerful unit. It delivers […]
Clipper Vs. Limiter? Your Guide to Maximum Loudness
The clipper and the limiter are both used to control the amplitude of audio signals by controlling audio peaks. However, they do so in distinctly different ways. We will explore the differences between clippers and limiters, their applications, and when to use each in your audio projects to best enhance the loudness. What is a Clipper […]
New Waves StudioVerse Instruments and Audio Effects
Everything you need to know about the new StudioVerse Instruments and StudioVerse Audio Effects plugins Share This Post On June 24, 2024 Waves lauched 2 new StudioVerse plugins, making StudioVerse the biggest online preset library for audio & instrument chains right inside your DAW: StudioVerse Instruments and StudioVerse Audio Effects. Both StudioVerse plugins offer full […]