Category Archives: Free Plug-Ins

Massey De:Esser

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The De:Esser is exactly what it says, and what you think it is.

(Click here for download info) Massey Deesser

Limitations of the freebie:

  • No Multi-mono support
  • No Session-restore functionality (you have to re-set it everytime you open a session)
  • No Save-and-restore functionality (can’t save presets)
  • No Automation

All of these limited features of the free version are available in the full, paid version, which at the price ($79) is really worth it. It still works great as the demo, though, which is why it is listed here.

FXPansion ClapOMatic

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clapomatic To download this freebie, you must register for a user account at www.fxpansion.com, then once logged in, go to Support->Account, and it should be available there for you to download (as well as their freebie synth, Orca).

A one trick pony, and kind of silly, but it may be useful in some instances, and heck; IT’S FREE!

Flux Bittersweet II

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Bittersweet II Click Here for Download Info

From the Flux website:

“Turning the central button on the sweet side, decreases the transients amplitude. On the bitter side, the transients amplitude is magnified. Bitter-Sweet also features a control for the signal to be processed. When the main position is engaged, the process affects the stereo signal. If Center is engaged, only the M signal of the internal MS matrix is processed. If stereo is selected, only the S signal from the MS matrix is processed. Three transient detection modes can be selected. A varying period of integration for transients can be accessed. A Link function is available to compensate the output gain regarding the transient processing setting.”

Flux Stereo Tool

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Flux Stereo Tool Click here for download info

From the Flux website:

“Stereo Tool features ultra precise controls of input gain and individual pan for left and right channels. A phase inverter is available for each channel. A global stereo pan and a stereo width settings are also implemented to complete the management of the stereo signal.

Stereo Tool also offers an accurate visual feedback reflecting the signal content. A vector scope display, PPM meters for both inputs and outputs, and a phase correlation meter permanently monitor the signal. “

SSL LMC Listen Mic Compressor

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SSL LMC Click for download information

From the SSL webpage:

“Every now and again a piece of audio equipment comes along that defines the sound of an era. Back in 1979 Solid State Logic gave birth to a legendary recording console. The SSL SL 4000E Master Studio System forever changed how records would be recorded and mixed, heralding a new age in popular music. In less than three years, every major studio worldwide featured at a least one room with an SSL “E” Series console.

The SSL Listen Mic Compressor was the secret weapon in many producers sonic arsenal of recording techniques. Originally designed to prevent overloading the return feed from a studio communications mic, its fixed attack and release curves were eminently suitable for use on ambient drums mics. Of course, we’d like to take all the credit for this great sound, but as usual, it was the creativity of SSL users that led to the idea.

Now you can experience the Listen Mic Compressor within the comfort of your own workstation software and see what sounds it’ll lead you to create. If you discover something really great – like a radical new distorted oboe sound then be sure to let us know.”

To use this plugin in Pro Tools, you need to purchase the VST-RTAS adapter from FXPansion (highly recommended, and worth every single penny).

Digidesign Structure Free

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Structure Free
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This is now included in all new versions of Pro Tools.

From the webpage:

“If you’re looking to get a taste of what the world of Structure™, the future of professional sampling, has to offer, Structure™ Free offers a great introduction without paying a price — literally (it’s free!). Developed by the acclaimed Digidesign® Advanced Instrument Research (A.I.R.) group, Structure Free is a free sample player for Pro Tools® that provides some of the key features of its big brother, Structure, allowing you to quickly and easily integrate a wide range of sounds into your Pro Tools sessions and tweak them to make them your own.”

This is a no brainer.