Brand profile · Israel, est. 1992

Waves

Waves Audio, initially known for its pioneering audio plugins, has evolved into a significant player in live sound and studio infrastructure. Founded on the concept of accessible, powerful digital signal processing, Waves has built a reputation for innovation and a broad product range catering to both studio and live performance environments. Their move into hardware reflects a desire to integrate their DSP expertise into robust, real-world solutions.

Waves plugins (historical cornerstone)eMotion digital mixing systemsSuperRack live sound processing platformDante and MADI integrationDSP-driven workflow efficiency
1992founded
Israelcountry
255products in stock
$128–$17kprice range

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All 255 Waves products

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Waves Eddie Kramer Drum Channel

Drum FX

Waves JJP Cymbals & Percussion

Drum FX

Waves L3-16 Multimaximizer

Limiter

Waves Spherix Immersive Compressor & Limiter

Compressor

Waves Kramer PIE Compressor

Compressor

Waves C4 Multiband Compressor

Compressor

Waves Manny Marroquin Tone Shaper

Compressor

Waves CLA-3A Compressor / Limiter

Compressor

Waves PuigChild Compressor

Compressor

Waves H-Comp Hybrid Compressor

Compressor

Waves Vitamin Sonic Enhancer

Enhancer

Waves Abbey Road REDD Consoles

Channel Strip

Waves Greg Wells PianoCentric

Multi Effect

Waves Eddie Kramer Bass Channel

Multi Effect

Waves IDX Intelligent Dynamics

Compressor

Waves Abbey Road Saturator

Saturation

Waves Abbey Road Reel ADT

Vocal Processing

Waves Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain

Mastering

Waves, honestly

What Waves does well
  • Unparalleled DSP processing power and flexibility
  • Seamless plugin-hardware integration
  • Robust and reliable live sound infrastructure
  • Highly customizable and scalable systems
  • Industry-leading Dante and MADI support
What to watch for
  • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment
  • Steep learning curve for complex systems
  • Can be overwhelming for users unfamiliar with DSP
  • Hardware ecosystem still maturing compared to competitors
  • Requires careful system design and configuration

Questions about Waves

Are Waves hardware products manufactured in-house?

While Waves designs and engineers their hardware, manufacturing is primarily outsourced to contract manufacturers in Asia, ensuring scalability and cost-effectiveness.

How does Waves’ SuperRack system compare to other digital mixing platforms?

SuperRack distinguishes itself through its modularity and focus on DSP-intensive tasks, offering unparalleled flexibility for complex live sound and broadcast scenarios, often integrating directly with Waves’ plugin ecosystem.

What kind of technical support does Waves offer for its hardware?

Waves provides comprehensive technical support through online resources, a dedicated support team, and often regional service partners to assist with setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.

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