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TDR Nova
by Tokyo Dawn Labs · Dynamic EQ
Use as the EQ/dynamic EQ in a free mastering chain. No AI assistant or one-window suite.
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TDR Limiter 6 GE
by Tokyo Dawn Labs · Multi-stage limiter
Final limiter for the chain. Needs manual setup.
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03
Ozone Imager
by iZotope · Stereo imager
The stereo imaging module from Ozone, free on its own.
VST2VST3AUAAXmacOSWindowsNeeds iZotope / Native Instruments account
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Youlean Loudness Meter 2 (Free)
by Youlean · LUFS loudness meter
Check LUFS for streaming targets. Metering only.
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