Waves Grand Masters Collection

Waves Grand Masters Collection - Mastering Effects Bundle | The Ultimate Mastering Solution for Crafting Perfect Classic and Modern Sound

The Waves Grand Masters Collection is the ultimate toolkit designed for top-tier mastering engineers. Whether you're seeking the warmth of classic tubes and transformers or the pristine clarity and performance unique to the digital domain, this collection covers every aspect of traditional mastering. It not only provides industry-standard tools but also includes innovative options, allowing you to imprint a unique sonic signature on your work. It is an indispensable core tool for professional studios engaged in audio post-production.

Whether your music genre is hip-hop, modern country, classical string quartet, electronic music, or rock, the Grand Masters Collection can elevate your masters with its top-tier sound quality, from subtle tweaks to surgical precision. The core philosophy of this Waves effects bundle is to deliver the most musical results, ensuring that every adjustment enhances the essence of the music. From precise mastering EQ to powerful mastering compression, it provides all the tools you need to shape the perfect sound, bringing your mixes to a professional, commercial-release level.

Core Advantages & Application Scenarios

Ultimate Transparent Processing
For pursuing the highest purity in high frequencies and eliminating the blurriness caused by phase issues, the Linear Phase EQ and Linear Phase Multiband Compressor offer the most transparent processing available with current technology. They are the ideal choice for delicate sources, acoustic instruments, or masters that require absolute preservation of the original dynamics.

Shape Powerful and Clear Dynamics
To gain complete control over the audio's dynamic range, this bundle includes 7 maximization plugins covering various styles. From the broadcast-level MaxxVolume to the industry-standard L2 and L3 Maximizers, and the groundbreaking 16-band L3-16 Multimaximizer, you'll find the perfect solution whether you need gentle gain or extreme loudness.

Soulful Analog EQ Character
Mastering is not just about transparency; it's about shaping the "character" of the sound—full-bodied shape, sparkling high-frequency extension, and subtle tube saturation. To achieve this, the VEQ3 and VEQ4 precisely emulate the sound of the classic 1066, 1073, and 1081 mic preamps and EQs. Meanwhile, the V-Comp recreates the thick, rich sound produced by the three audio transformers in the 2254 bus processor.

The Sound of Pultec, Beyond Classic
The Pultec EQ remains a top choice in mastering for shaping sweet, musical tones. The PuigTec EQs are precise emulations of Grammy-winning producer Jack Joseph Puig's personal, hand-picked, and expertly maintained Pultec hardware, recreated to a level that is indistinguishable from the original hardware.

Precise Stereo Image Enhancement
Widen your mix without introducing any artifacts. Enhance the center channel for vinyl mastering. Boost or cut the drum overheads. In post-production, focus dialogue from stereo microphones. The Center plugin gives you complete control over the balance between the Center and Side signals.

Professional-Grade Visual Metering: Your Reality Check
The Dorrough Meter Collection provides all the information you need to understand your audio—including peak and average levels, phase correlation, sum and difference signals, overload indicators, independent left/right channel display, and peak hold functions. It is a crucial tool for ensuring your master meets technical specifications.

Features & Included Software

Tech Specs

• Supported Platforms: Mac & Windows
• Plugin Formats: VST, VST3, AU, AAX Native, AudioSuite
• Max Sample Rate: Supports up to 192 kHz
• Bit Depth: 64-bit floating-point internal processing
• Channel Support: Supports Mono and Stereo components
• Authorization: Online activation via Waves Central (local machine or USB flash drive)
• System Requirements: Product installation and management require the Waves Central application. For specific OS and DAW compatibility, please refer to the latest announcements on the official Waves website.