

For each plugin in our roundup we have also conducted an in-depth test, which is linked to at the end of each summary, so don't forget to read these more comprehensive reviews before you buy. With an ever-growing roster of analogue emulations and newer, cutting edge tools, it can be tough to know which Waves plugins to throw into your virtual shopping cart, which is why we’ve rounded up the best here.

If you're not sure where to start, this guide will steer you towards the essentials for your home studio tool kit, imparting advice for best use practice along the way, and ensuring you have the right tools to help you mix better and faster. The company's vast range of plugins covers everything from virtual recreations of classic outboard processors through to ultra-modern production tools. To check if a plugin exists in the V14 installer, scroll to the bottom of this page.Waves is at the forefront of this plugin development and has been producing incredible plugins used by producers and engineers the world over for the better part of three decades.V13 plugins can be activated by perpetual (non-subscription) V14-V13 licenses, as well as by Waves Creative Access subscription licenses.*Waves Creative Access licenses do not cover DTS Neural ™ plugins. Nx Germano Studios New York – New in V13.This installer does not include sample libraries, which can be downloaded here.To check if a plugin exists in the V13 installer, scroll to the bottom of this page.Only plugins that are part of your Waves Creative Access subscription will show up in your DAW.V13 plugins can be activated by perpetual (non-subscription) V14-V13 licenses, as well as Waves Creative Access subscription licenses.See System Requirements and Supported Hosts.
