ZL Limiter by ZL Audio, ClassicQlite by PSP Audioware, and simpleTapeStop by simpleSoundbank are presented as free software tools.
Free tools for music production
A recent overview introduces three free audio plugins designed for different tasks in the studio.
ZL Audio ZL Limiter
ZL Audio presents ZL Limiter, an open-source limiter plugin. According to the developer, it uses up to 32x oversampling to control inter-sample peaks and reduce aliasing. In addition to peak limiting, the software provides adjustable lookahead, adaptive recovery, and variable attack and release settings to protect transients. A stereo delta control is designed to preserve spatial width. The interface includes a real-time waveform display alongside comprehensive metering. The tool operates on Linux, macOS, and Windows systems using VST3, AU, or LV2 hosts.
PSP Audioware ClassicQlite
From PSP Audioware comes ClassicQlite, an equalizer modeled on classic British console designs. Its equalization section combines a tunable high-pass filter, low and high shelves with selectable resonance, and a mid bell band offering automated or manual bandwidth adjustments. It also incorporates the manufacturer's second-generation saturation algorithm. Mac and PC users can run the processor via VST, VST3, AU, and AAX.
simpleSoundbank simpleTapeStop
The plugin simpleTapeStop by simpleSoundbank emulates tape stop effects. It can be placed on individual tracks, buses, or master channels, and operates via button, MIDI, or host automation. Stop and start times can be dialed in independently, with customizable curves. A sync mode synchronizes times to beat subdivisions, and a reverse mode plays the audio backward. Builds for Windows, macOS, and Linux support the VST3, AU, CLAP, and LV2 standards.
Source: Gearnews
