Waves L2 Ultramaximizer
Brickwall Limiter Plugin
Classic Look-Ahead Brickwall Peak Limiter and Level Maximizer
With its legendary combination of look-ahead brickwall peak limiting, level maximization, and ultra-high resolution, the L2 has become a mainstay in mastering and mixing chains in studios everywhere.
And for delivering mastered audio, the advanced output dithering algorithms and noise shaping make it easier than ever to convert audio to lower bit depths.
Engineered for mastering, with a stereo-only format, the L2's ease of use, sonic clarity, optimized release times, effective peak limiting, and streamlined user interface are in a class by themselves.
Features
- Stereo-only format optimized for bus applications
- Look-ahead gives overshoot-free response and fast attack
- 48-bit, double-precision math for superior noise-shaping accuracy
- Fast workflow, with simplified control set and dithering options
- ARC (Auto-Release Control) responds sensitively to dynamics
- Choose between Manual and ARC Automatic Release Control
- Low latency for live sound and for tracking
- IDR Increased Digital Resolution with double precision bit re-quantization and dithering
System Requirements
- MacOS 12 Monterey and above
- Officially supported up to MacOS 15 Sequoia
- Windows 10 and above (64-bit only)
- Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon CPU
- 8GB RAM or more (16GB or more recommended)
Plugin Formats
AAX Native, AU, and VST3
User Manual