8 Best VCA Compressor Plugins I Found for Mix & Master 2026
Here are the best VCA compressor plugins I recommend for getting your mixes to actually hold together. VCA compression is one of those things that sounds straightforward until you actually…
9 Best Sidechain, Envelope Shaper & LFO Plugins
Sidechain compression used to be all about making the bass quieter when the kick drum hits. That technique is still important, but now there are tools that go way beyond…
7 Best LA-2A Plugins I Found For Mixing Vocals, Bass & More
I think these are the best LA-2A style compressor plugins I tried and I would want to share with you for vocal and bass leveling when you need smooth, musical…
7 Best UAD Plugins For Music Production in 2026
Finding the best UAD plugins can feel overwhelming when you're staring at their catalog of hundreds of options, each claiming to be essential for your productions. UAD plugins are known…
7 Best De-Esser Plugins For Vocals, Drums & Mastering
In this guide, I'm walking you through the seven best de-esser plugins that I've found genuinely useful. Some are surgical and precise, others are fast and musical, and there's even…
14 Best Plugins For Mixing 2026 (Drums, Vocals, Guitars)
I’ve put together a list of my favorite mixing plugins. There are tons out there, so I spent some time picking out the ones I think stand out. Each plugin…
16 Best AI Plugins For Mixing, Mastering & Sound Design
Let’s look at some of the best AI plugins for mixing and mastering engineers and sound designers. It’s amazing how quickly AI has gone from a buzzword to something that…
9 Best NEVE Plugins 2026 (EQs, Preamps & Channel Strips)
Let’s look at some of the best NEVE plugins available right now, from EQs and preamps to channel strips and more. The thick low end, strong midrange, and silky top…
12 Best Preamp Plugins 2026 (For Vocals, Bass & Guitar)
A preamp plugin does more than just increase volume. It adds the right kind of saturation and character to your sound. If you want an analog vibe while working in…