Waves Q-Clone

Waves Q-Clone - Hardware EQ Sampling System | Perfectly Clone the Soul of Classic Analog EQs

Have you ever wanted to apply the sound of your prized analog EQs to multiple tracks in your DAW, only to be limited by the physical constraint of owning just one unit? Waves Q-Clone completely solves this long-standing problem. This innovative ecosystem, consisting of the Q-Capture and Q-Clone modules, allows you to precisely capture the unique EQ curve of any hardware EQ and transform it into a lightweight, efficient digital plugin for unlimited use in your mixing projects. From now on, your favorite classic hardware sound is no longer exclusive to a single track, but a powerful tool you can call upon at will.

Q-Clone is not just about cloning; it's a revolutionary optimization of the traditional workflow. Traditional analog gear has three major limitations: the inability to be used on multiple tracks simultaneously, the inability to save and recall precise settings, and the frequent discrepancy between panel markings and the actual sound curve. Through its hardware EQ sampling technology, Q-Clone perfectly overcomes these obstacles. Not only does it allow you to apply your prized hardware tones across your entire mix, but it also enables you to save every setting as a preset and accurately display the actual filter curve in a graphical interface. It's one of the indispensable Waves effects for the modern studio, completely unleashing the full potential of your treasured hardware.

Key Features & Applications

Unlimited Instantiation, Unleash Hardware Potential
Sample your hardware EQ just once, and you can load the Q-Clone plugin on an unlimited number of tracks in your DAW. Whether it's for vocals, drums, guitars, or buses, your favorite Neve, API, or Pultec sound can be easily applied wherever it's needed, without worrying about the number of hardware units you own.

Precise Save & Recall, Recreate Perfect Settings
Say goodbye to the days of noting down hardware settings with pen and paper or a camera. Q-Clone allows you to save every captured EQ curve as a plugin preset. This means you can build your own library of classic hardware tones, recallable in any project with a single click, ensuring sonic consistency and a massive boost in workflow efficiency.

True Curve Visualization, What You See Is What You Get
The panel markings on many classic analog units are not entirely accurate. Q-Clone graphically displays the actual EQ curve produced by the hardware, not just what the knobs indicate. This allows you to intuitively understand the actual sonic changes and make more precise mixing decisions.

Seamless Integration for Hybrid Workflows
For hybrid studios that use both a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) and outboard gear, Q-Clone is the perfect bridge connecting these two worlds. It allows the warmth and character of analog equipment to be fully utilized in the digital domain with the flexibility and convenience of a plugin.

Zero-Latency Processing, Ideal for Real-Time Monitoring
Q-Clone is designed for zero or near-zero latency processing, ensuring you won't experience any annoying delay during recording, monitoring, or live processing. Whether you're adding an inspiring EQ for a vocalist during tracking or using it in a live mix, it provides an instant, smooth response.

Technical Specifications (Tech Specs)

• Plugin Formats:
  Supports VST, VST3, Audio Units (AU), AAX Native
• Sample Rate Support:
  44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
• Channel Modes:
  Mono-to-Mono, Stereo-to-Stereo
• Latency:
  0 samples, for true zero-latency processing
• Control Interface:
  Includes two components: the Q-Capture sampling application and the Q-Clone plugin
• System Requirements (Mac):
  macOS 10.15 or later (Apple Silicon supported), Intel Core i7 / Apple M1 or higher, 8 GB RAM
• System Requirements (Windows):
  Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11, Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-Core or higher, 8 GB RAM
• Software Authorization:
  Installation and license management via the Waves Central application