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Description

Unleash the power of precision with the Waves Curves Equator, a versatile EQ plugin designed to elevate your mix to new heights. Whether you're targeting the entire mix or individual tracks, this intelligent resonance suppression tool ensures that your audio is free from musty and harsh frequencies. The Curves Equator allows you to sculpt your sound with precision, utilizing an adjustable target suppression curve with eight nodes and multiband processing with three adjustable crossovers.

Its standout feature, the "Learn" function, analyzes your input signal and automatically creates a target suppression curve, making it an invaluable asset for both novices and seasoned pros. Additionally, the "Learn via SC" feature offers perfect frequency demasking and carving, derived from an external input. The Shape and Tilt adjustments provide further control over the tonal balance, while the Dynamic Auto-makeup gain ensures your mix retains its energy without unnecessary adjustments.

Compatible with major DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and many others, the Waves Curves Equator is a must-have in any music producer's toolkit. It offers a seamless and intuitive interface, designed to fit effortlessly into your workflow, allowing you to focus on creating the perfect mix.

Key Features:

  • Intelligent resonance suppression for complete mix or individual tracks
  • Adjustable target suppression curve with eight nodes
  • Multiband processing with three adjustable crossovers
  • "Learn" function for automatic target suppression curve creation
  • "Learn via SC" for external input frequency demasking
  • Shape and Tilt adjustments for precise tonal control
  • Dynamic auto-makeup gain to maintain energy levels
  • Compatible with major DAWs on both Mac and Windows platforms

Product specs

Available since September 2024
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Delay No
Dynamics No
Effect Filter No
Encoder/Decoder No
Equalizer No
Guitar amps/-effects No
Channel Strip No
Metering / Analysis / Correction No
Modulation Effects No
Multieffect / Plugin-Host No
Overdrive/Distortion No
Preamp / Saturation No
Psychoacoustic tool / Enhancer / Exciter No
Restauration No
Reverb No
Special FX Yes
Summer / Mixing Consoles No
Tape Simulation No
Pitch Shifter / Harmonizer / Timestretching No
Transient Processing No
Vocoder / Vocal effect No
Mastering Tools No
Hardware Controller No
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🧐 Get Started w/ Curves Equator: SMARTER Resonance Suppression & Frequency Unmasking

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🧐 Get Started w/ Curves Equator: SMARTER Resonance Suppression & Frequency Unmasking

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Matty Harris | Mix and Master My Song

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Waves Curves Equator - Smart Unmasking, Resonance Suppression EQ

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Waves Curves Equator: The Next-Gen Soothe 2?

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Waves Curves Equator.

Features and functionality

  • The plugin is noted for its spectral ducking and pseudo-multiband compression capabilities, particularly effective on instrument tracks.

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  • Curves Equator benefits from having example vocals for better shaping and results, enhancing the desired signals more effectively.

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Use cases and applications

  • Users report success with taming harshness on acoustic instruments and vocals, enhancing clarity without overwhelming the mix.

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  • It's suggested to use IDX and Curves Equator on each individual vocal track to tailor EQ settings to different vocal styles like singing and rapping.

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Comparisons

  • Despite some overlap, it's not considered a direct alternative to Soothe 2; users often pair it with Trackspacer for optimal results.

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  • Some users find redundancy between Silk Vocals and Curves Equator, with Curves often preferred for its superior sound-shaping capabilities.

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User experience

  • Many find it requires gentle application on the master bus, suggesting it's more suited for individual instrument processing.

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  • Users find Silk Vocals more immediate and less complex, making it suitable for quick sound cleanup compared to Curves Equator.

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Software and compatibility

  • IDX and Curves can be applied to the master bus post-recording, but users should beware of potential latency affecting sound timing.

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