Waves - Live Basics

Waves Live Basics is a collection of 30 essential plugins designed to meet the needs of live, broadcast and post-production sound engineers. Featuring extremely low latency and pristine processing quality, this collection optimizes mixing on stage and in the studio with great precision and remarkable flexibility.

Live Basics includes a full range of processing, from dynamics management to EQ, modulation, reverb and maximization. These plugins offer quick and effective solutions for adjusting and refining live sound, ensuring optimal clarity and presence for each audio source.

Included tools include versatile compressors for any situation: vintage, hybrid and multiband models. DeEsser effectively reduces sibilance, while channel strips allow for quick adjustment of vocals, guitars and bass. PAZ Analyzer and other metering tools provide precise signal monitoring, facilitating a smooth and balanced mix.

The integration of convolution and algorithmic reverbs creates realistic ambiences suited to live performances. In addition, the included EQs offer vintage or modern options, allowing sound engineers to sculpt their mix with precision.

Delay, modulation and flanging add a creative touch to performances, while maximizing plugins help to reinforce sonic impact without distortion. With advanced mono-to-stereo conversion, Live Basics improves spatialization and sound perception, giving more depth to mixes.

Optimized to work with SoundGrid consoles, this pack delivers sub-1ms latency, ensuring immediate responsiveness and smooth mixing, even in the most demanding environments. It is compatible with Windows and macOS, with full support for Intel, AMD and Apple Silicon architectures.

Waves Live Basics is an essential tool for any sound engineer looking to improve their live or studio mixing. Whether you're tweaking a vocal, controlling compression levels, or adding immersive effects, this collection offers everything you need for clear, precise, and balanced sound, with an intuitive interface and instant results.