Top 10 Essential Plugins for Mixing & Mastering!

EQs
Fab Filter Pro Q 3 - sweetwater.sjv.io/JzbNMQ
Amek 200 - rb.gy/t5xmlb
Compressors
Waves removed...
Fab Bilter Pro C 2 - sweetwater.sjv.io/y2g1XD
Reverbs
VAllhalla Vintage Verb - rb.gy/62gycm
Fab Filter Pro-R - sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPQ7Y
Saturation
Crane Song Phoenix II - sweetwater.sjv.io/q4DjYO
Soundtoys Decapitator - sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEGYO
FabFilter Saturn 2 - sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4PYB
Limters
waves removed
Fabfilter Pro L2 - photosweetwater.sjv.io/oqR9YY
Bonus!
Acustica Lemon - rb.gy/vzha5g
Native Instruments Replika XT - rb.gy/zs7lxf
STL TONES CONTROL HUB - rb.gy/jqo8ew
I have removed links to waves plugins
Are you ready to take your music mixing and mastering skills to the next level? Well, you're in luck because we've got the top 10 essential plugins you need to have in your toolkit!
In this video, we're going to talk about the plugins that can take your tracks from sounding amateur to sounding like a pro. So, let's dive in!
First up, we've got EQ plugins, and let me tell you, they're critical to the mixing process. You need to shape the frequency balance of your tracks, and to do that, you need to check out the FabFilter Pro-Q 3 and Plugin Alliance AMEK EQ 200. They're versatile, powerful, and easy to use.
Now, let's talk about compressors. You need to control the dynamic range of your tracks, FabFilter Pro-C 2 are two must-haves in your toolkit. These three comps get used probably the most of any compressor that I own.
Moving on to reverb plugins, they add depth and space to your mix, and you won't believe how amazing the Valhalla VintageVerb and FabFilter Pro-R sound! They're high-quality and perfect for adding that vibe and space to your tracks.
But wait, there's more! Saturation plugins can add warmth, character, and subtle harmonics to your mix, and we've got powerful ones you need to check out - the Crane Song Phoenix and Sound Toys Decapitator, and the FabFilter Saturn 2. They're fantastic tools to add a little spice to your tracks.
And of course, we can't forget about limiter plugins! They're essential for mastering and controlling peak levels, and you'll want to have the FabFilter Pro-L 2 and iZotope Ozone Maximizer in your toolkit. They're transparent and have advanced features that'll make mastering a breeze.
As a bonus, we've got two delay plugins - Acustica Lemon Delay and Native Instruments Replika XT - and STL TONES Control Hub. Insanely useful.
In conclusion, these are the top 10 essential plugins that I use in my everyday mixes and masters Remember, the key to great mixes is understanding how to use these plugins effectively. So, like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell for more content like this. Thanks for watching, and happy mixing, my friends!
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[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Guys. I'm removing waves links on this descritption... Since this video alot has changed... Watch this for more info. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4eoh56igMSUZ7c

[@drindy5166]

Love your vids brother! Keep up the stellar work! 🔥👊🧡👍🔥

[@lloydbrownmusic]

Firstly, LOVIN' the evolution of your channel, very inspiring, educational and funny. In regards to EQs....Three Body Technology Kirchhoff EQ is insane. It's giving Pro Q 3 a run for its money for sure [I never thought I'd ever say that]. Reverb/Delay wise..Valhalla is a standard go to but there are a couple that I really like such as 'Audio Damage's Other Desert Cities' 'Baby Audio's Crystalline'..really versatile, and some real new kids on the block are 'KSHMR 's Reverb' 'Aqusmatic Audio's Dedalus Delay', MV2, RVox as you mention, never leaves my vocal chain. Dang!! I've just managed to crawl out of the plugin rabbit hole, but thanks to you Jeremy, you've just pushed me back in. Are you pleased with yourself...huh...huh???? : - )

[@ixibucketixi5217]

I am a huge fan of Strymon's Big Sky plugin not necessarily for a transparent reverb because there are so many options for that but for artistic atmosphere of anything from guitars and drums to vocals and pretty much anything. I had the pedal version 10 years ago and love it but having this in a plug-in was amazing.

[@JuiceJones313]

You have a great list of plugins!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks!

[@kam3137]

My go to compressors are the UAD EL distressor, and the waves cla76. My bonus plugins are fresh air, and the god particle

[@elizabethsteele4633]

Interesting , thanks . I,m a retired film rerecording mixer , mostly Neve DFC , but when I move to PT my all time favorite is the Waves R Compressor . Transparent , just a great plugin .

[@mullethillsound]

The NI plugins are criminally overlooked. Love replika, and that supercharger gt whatever it’s called is very cool sometimes in parallel on kick, snare, and bass

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Yeah. I think it’s because they look stupid. But they sound great. Haha.

[@LabofmusicRecords]

@@RecordingStudioLoser ha ha, look stupid, yup 😂

[@AJOrpheo]

My go to reverb nowadays is the UAD hitsville chambers. So freaking good. If I need a more digital EQ I have the TC electronics 8210 DT, having physical control over that with its controller makes it feel like a great experience and it sounds good too!

[@Mmoody2112]

Nice list - definitely will check a few of these out. I jumped into the softube console one strips. . . I rarely add much else for compression and eq.. .still using a native limiter in cubase 12. As a whole - it's hard for me to even try anything else I like softube so much.

[@timbushong4387]

++++Vintage Verb. Totally spot-on - great verb plug. I've been using the BX Focusrite channel strip - ooh, hoo is that a sweet one. Got it free last year, and my jaw's still dropped...

[@phillippowers6905]

Great video!!! Definitely about to grab Ozone or upgrade of possible. I have 4...but w Pro Tools n Mac messing me over, I dont know if I still have it or how to make it work on my new PC. If it is upgradable...that would be sweet!

[@DeejayLucianBoy]

Thank you for this information I will definitely dabble into these plugins. However what’s the name of the beat you used in the beginning?

[@pascalmerschaudio]

I love your funny videos in between 😅👌

[@DaveJLamar]

Liquid Sonics Seventh Heaven is my go to now. Such a beautiful reverb, and I only have the simple version of it.

[@WalkinonSunshyne]

A great reverb indeed. One of the best sounding reverbs out there hands down. 🙌

[@ignacedhont9816]

Their Cinematic Rooms reverb is even better I think. I own both.

[@DaveJLamar]

@@ignacedhont9816 have yet to try! Why’d you have to get me all curious now! Hahaha

[@jamesstone5287]

This was very cool, I'm still learning what works best with plugins. Question for you about saturation. What do you use it on most? Individual instruments or master tracks? Or....I dunno.

[@CreativeMindsAudio]

Great list, though I may have changed up the L1 in the limiter section to something else. Considering I really don't like waves plugins anymore and i still find myself sometimes using the R-axx and R-vox really says a LOT about them. fabfilter is my go to for digital/clean/surgical things. Decapitator is my go to saturation plugin. The crane song phoenix is the go to tape sim for the last 10+ years or so. and the version 1 of it was HUGE in the late 90s/early 2000s. Such a go to of pro studios. I never invested into it because it is so expensive and I have things that get similar results. Definitely a secret plugin among the pros though. reverb wise i'd probably add seventh heaven to it. that thing is a beast!

[@questionsandstories]

thank you man

[@eshortsax]

I like these plugins and use a lot of plugin alliance plugins...oddly enough I've never used any of Fabfilter plugins and haven't had a need to yet (although I have been eyeing Saturn 2 for awhile now lol--instead I use Studio One splitter tool for multiband saturation lol) I love the Kirchoff Eq from plugin alliance too 😊

[@sleepless2621]

honestly, kirchoff is everything PRO-Q3 does and more. its so perfect. but im just so used to pro q so i end up reaching for it far more often.

[@ethanhicks9726]

I’ve seen the Metric Halo things in your plugin list a few times, any love for them? I’m more in the live classical and jazz world so MH’s clean and clear approach to their hardware makes me think the plugins would be a good fit. Just curious about your experience.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I love it. I’m fast at it for sure. But I’m less and less thinking it’s my only go to

[@DavidRogersRock]

Decap was one of the first plugins I bought, and I've never even searched for anything else. The tone controls on there make it one of the first in the chain on nearly all my busses because of how it shapes everything so nicely. Great list! Thanks for the inspiration and the help in draining my bank account!

[@csabahajdu6341]

The Tokyo Dawn Labs bundle is crazy value, EQs and compressors for mixing and mastering. Amazing feature set, sound and interface for all plugs. Talking about value for money: fircomp 2 by jonvaudio. The cleanest-meanest compressor ever made. Your favourite compressor's favourite compressor ;)

[@romodrummer]

Try out "Seventh Heaven" for a reverb. It's incredible!!

[@blashuvec]

a good alternative to the phoenix is the aroma plugin

[@cookie_mix]

RenAxx on drums for inconsistent drummers…and live.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I have not tried that!

[@Allious131]

I'm sorry I'm using the la2a and the 1176 for compression

[@MadSonStudios]

hey man is that a cross tat or and upside down cross tat??just curious

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

It’s a cross tat.

[@themoneyman1752]

What do you mean by color when you talk compression? thanks

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Harmonic distortion.

[@themoneyman1752]

@@RecordingStudioLoser Does harmonic distortion mean louder volume?? Cause that’s all I get when I use compression on a sound

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

In analog stuff or analog modeled plugins harmonic distortion is changing the character of the sound. There are super clean comps that will only affect dynamics. But when I’m reaching for one I pick them for their sound they impart almost like they are Eqs

[@nicebluejay]

r-comp is the best for me

[@jimmi274]

Will you stop using Waves plugins? If so what are some of your alternatives?

[@HzofArt]

Good vid 👊🏾 No Mcdsp tho 👀

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I have a couple piece of them. Not opposed to it! Just haven’t worked one into a solid rotation. I’ve actually looked at the APB a lot.

[@tiadiad]

Compressor: FabFilter Pro-MB Done.

[@alexmasters23]

could sonarworks make it onto this list?

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I use it literally every session so I guess it should have huh?

[@alexmasters23]

@@RecordingStudioLoser i was mainly wondering if you still use it hahaha i'll take that as a yes

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I definitely and now feel like an idiot

[@alexmasters23]

@@RecordingStudioLoser at least this means I’ve been watching your channel for a minute now

[@jalapainyo]

Skits!!! Haha!

[@nicebluejay]

so basically fab filter? lol

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Yeah I suppose. Lol

[@nicebluejay]

@@RecordingStudioLoser they are the best

[@jonathanparismusic]

No more Waves plugins without a subscription! Worst move ever...

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

...yeah... i just made a video minutes ago

[@inthekeyofdrew1201]

While I admire your list, I reject your pesky plug-ins as I still master everything on my phone and it had all of the built it things I need! Oh wait, we aren't being funny on thos one 🤦‍♂️ Valhalla stuff is great!