Waves Mercury

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Unlock a world of sonic possibilities with the Waves Mercury FX Bundle, a comprehensive collection that caters to both the seasoned producer and the home studio enthusiast. With over 150 plug-ins at your fingertips, this bundle is the ultimate toolbox for crafting professional-grade tracks across any genre. From the lush analog warmth of the V-Series to the cutting-edge precision of the L-Series, each plugin is meticulously designed to elevate your sound to the next level.

Whether you're sculpting vocals with the Waves Tune Pitch Correction or adding depth to your mixes with the IR1 & IR360 Convolution Reverb, the Waves Mercury bundle has got you covered. Dive into the vast array of dynamic processors, EQs, reverbs, and modulation effects that are intuitively crafted to integrate seamlessly into your workflow. The GTR bundle offers guitarists a full suite of effects and amp simulations, while the 360° Surround Tools enable immersive audio experiences.

Perfect for live performances or studio sessions, the Waves Mercury bundle empowers you to push boundaries and explore new creative territories. Its unparalleled versatility and expansive library make it a must-have for musicians looking to enhance their production capabilities.

Key Features:

Over 150 high-quality plug-ins
Includes Waves V-Series, Diamond Bundle, and L-Series
MaxxVolume and DeBreath for dynamic control
GTR bundle for guitar effects and amp simulations
360° Surround Tools for immersive audio creation
Waves Tune Pitch Correction for precise vocal tuning
IR1 & IR360 Convolution Reverb for rich spatial effects
Z-Noise Reduction and Nx Virtual Mix Room for clean audio
Compatible with major DAWs and easy to integrate into any setup

Product specs

Available since	October 2016
Los artikel / bundelartikel	Bundle
Delay	Yes
Dynamics	Yes
Effect Filter	No
Encoder/Decoder	No
Equalizer	Yes
Guitar amps/-effects	Yes
Channel Strip	No
Metering / Analysis / Correction	Yes
Modulation Effects	Yes
Multieffect / Plugin-Host	No
Overdrive/Distortion	No
Preamp / Saturation	No
Psychoacoustic tool / Enhancer / Exciter	No
Restauration	Yes
Reverb	Yes
Special FX	Yes
Summer / Mixing Consoles	No
Tape Simulation	No
Pitch Shifter / Harmonizer / Timestretching	Yes
Transient Processing	Yes
Vocoder / Vocal effect	No
Mastering Tools	Yes
Hardware Controller	No
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FAQs

What types of effects are included in the Waves Mercury bundle?: The Waves Mercury bundle includes a wide range of effects such as delay, dynamics, equalizers, reverb, modulation effects, and special FX. It also features tools for metering, analysis, restoration, pitch shifting, and transient processing.
Is the Waves Mercury bundle suitable for mastering?: Yes, the Waves Mercury bundle includes mastering tools that are suitable for mastering projects, offering a comprehensive set of plugins to enhance audio quality and finalize tracks.
Does the Waves Mercury bundle include guitar amp simulations?: Yes, the Waves Mercury bundle includes guitar amp and effects plugins, making it a versatile choice for guitarists looking to shape their sound within a digital audio workstation.
Can the Waves Mercury bundle be used for vocal processing?: While the Waves Mercury bundle does not include a specific vocoder or vocal effect plugin, it offers a variety of tools like dynamics, equalizers, and reverb that can be effectively used for vocal processing.
Is the Waves Mercury bundle compatible with all major DAWs?: The Waves Mercury bundle is compatible with most major DAWs, including Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and Logic Pro, ensuring seamless integration into your existing workflow.

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PROS

Comprehensive bundle with a vast array of versatile plugins
High-quality emulations of vintage hardware
Regularly updated with new plugins
Excellent for both mixing and mastering
Realistic sound colorization and tonal character
Includes renowned plugins like CLA-76, API 2500, and SSL Comp
Offers unique tools for precise phase correction and dynamic processing
Compatible with a hybrid analogue-digital setup
Supports a wide range of audio processing needs
Makes professional-grade sound accessible without outboard gear

CONS

High initial cost, even with price drops
Some plugins may be less useful or redundant
Subscription model can be financially demanding

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

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NLS Channel and NLS Buss plugins create subtle but impactful sonic differences, enhancing the feel rather than the sound.
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PuigTec EQP-1A is praised for adding warmth and a shimmering top end, often used on group buses or in mastering.
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C1 Compressor is highly versatile and maintains transparency, making it suitable for various mixing needs.
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The Linear Phase Multiband (LinMB) is favored over the C4 for its transparency, avoiding the unwanted coloration some users notice with the C4.
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Some users find the H-Delay plugin irreplaceable due to its unique feel, despite its simplicity, indicating a gap in similar plugins from other developers.
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API 2500 excels at crafting powerful drum tracks and provides exceptional bass and mix processing.
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Fairchild 670 is effective in mid/side compression, subtly enhancing track or instrument openness.
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The TG Master Bus and PuigTec EQs are highlighted for their effectiveness in mastering, with specific praise for the PuigTec's musical mid-boost EQ.
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Mac users report frequent compatibility issues with OS updates, often requiring costly updates to continue using Waves plugins, unlike other plugin developers offering free updates.
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Waves plugins are frequently on sale, and users note the pricing model often leads to hidden costs over time, particularly due to update fees.
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Users recommend storing licenses on a USB drive for easy transfer between setups, avoiding the need for a second license purchase.
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The SSL channel and CLA compressors from Waves are favored for their low CPU usage while maintaining sound quality, although UAD alternatives are often preferred for sound fidelity.
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Critic Reviews

Waves Audio Plugins: A Review of the Former King of Digital Audio Plugins – Anomaly Music Group | Online Music Mixing, Mastering

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Waves Mercury plugins are undeniably high quality, but their hefty price tag of nearly $8,000 raises questions about value, especially when equally competent, cheaper alternatives exist. While maintaining a loyal following among seasoned engineers, Waves faces growing competition from a marketplace flooded with capable VST plugins, including some that are free. Ultimately, Waves Mercury is a solid choice for those who can justify the expense, but many will find similar performance for a fraction of the cost elsewhere.

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Based on 19 Reviews and 155 Ratings

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jimmarchi1

40994

about 9 years ago

the monthly subscription version is whats up

For a long time I had the platinum bundle I purchased many years ago back when the renaissance plugins were new and there were less of them, but I jumped over to the mercury subscription a while ago to have access to every damn thing waves makes. Now this is a mixed bag. All their plugins are good but some are really not very sueful and there are even a few I've enver even tried, hence 3 stars. I am docking 2 points for value, my credit card takes a pretty big hit every month and I really only use a smattering of these effects.... maybe I should invest in one of ther satellite processors to take the hit off my CPU so I will sue more of these bad boys on every mix. To me the standouts are a bunch of emulations (especially the waves exclusive ones) and some classics from their original batch of plugins and from the good old ren pack:

Non-linear Summer... I am ntos ure what kidna math its doing but it changes the way thigns sit together when mixing in the box. Its not like summing analog but its not the way your DAW normally sums. I try this all the time in the early mixing pahses. It might come off the master and go some critical sub groups or come out entirely but I try it. Its doing something mystical and Pythagorean.

Renaissance Channel

Renaissance compressor, although I am really coming around to H-Comp and both these comps need their own review

R-verb

tru-verb

S1 stereo imager

Maxx Bass

Sub Align

Smack Attack

Linear Phase Multiband Compressor and C4 multiband

CLA-2A

CLA-3A

CLA-76

DBX160

BSS 402

Kramer HLS channel, PIE comp & Master Tape (for the slapback echo, love it at simulated 7.5 IPS, crunchy)

the Aphex Exciter

API 2500

Puig-child

Puig-tech

Butch Vig Vocals

Mondo Mod

super tap

Metafilter

Metaflanger

Ultra pitch

W43, WNS noise suppressor, X plugins, Z noise

In-phase is super handy and I use it constantly, but I do a lot of layering of DI synths, mixing of miced amps and DI as well as non-stereo multimic recording of mono sources, so this is very helpful if I didn't get the phase sympathetic in tracking like using the little labs phase correction box when mixing analog

all 3 ultramaximizers, but L2 and the L3 multi are my favorites... I actually don't love these on the stereo bus, I use them other ways usually... ask me and I might tell you my secrets

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist Keyboardist

Genres:

Electronic Orchestra Alternative rock

creamtheruler

151

almost 10 years ago

Waves Mercury Bundle

All i can say is thats its great! Very expensive as well. I suggest you and a music companion go half on the price or maybe even a group of your music budddies. I didn't pay full price, but so glad a friend shared with me. At 7,000 who can really afford this unless you're making big money from your productions. i use to feel threatened because I didn't have the outboard gear like these commercial studios. Now i have exactly what they have, and can make my recordings sound just as good, if not even better. I don't promote the stealing of any software, but lets be real the price tag is crazy.

tommypatzius

199

almost 12 years ago

Waves

Waves plugins are tried and true! I love all the Chris Lord-Alge stuff, the digital remodeling of classic compressors like the 1176, LA-2A, and the Fairchild. I love the L2, the Kramer Master Tape, the SSL stuff, the PAZ Analyzer, Center, everything really!

saladinproducer

143

almost 9 years ago

The best

the best tools for your mix downs and for mastering projects. So many wonderful tools

ron_tyili

275

almost 10 years ago

Excellent

"Wave" good bye to all boring,cheap and unreliable plugins that come with your standard DAWs. It has it all. this waves package is the closest mankind as got to time traveling, perfect in every way possible. You can make your 21st century recording sound so 70s and vice versa..100% reliable!

Roles:

Bassist Drummer Composer

Genres:

Rock Hip Hop Reggae