Waves F6 Floating-Band Dynamic EQ Plugin

The ultimate problem-solving EQ, F6 can be used for diverse equalization, compression, expansion and de-essing processes, whether you’re mixing or mastering, in the studio or live. Each of the six floating bands features advanced EQ and dynamic controls that let you zero in on any problem spot – and treat it only when the problem arises.

Surgical dynamic equalizer with 6 floating, fully-adjustable parametric filter bands, advanced EQ and compression/expansion controls per band, mid-side processing options, real-time frequency spectrum analyzer, and more.

Rather than treating a frequency one time and leaving it there for the entire track, F6’s EQ settings are sensitive to the dynamics of your track. This way you can select not only by how much, but also precisely when a specific frequency will be boosted or cut, compressed or expanded.

Take vocals for example: A singer’s tone changes throughout a performance depending on their position to the microphone. An EQ setting that works well when the singer is close to the mic and singing softly will not be as effective when the singer backs up and starts belting. F6 moves in time with the singer, kicking in when the vocal level crosses a certain threshold that you’ve set – and laying off when it falls below that threshold.

With the F6, you can EQ more precisely, with filters that can be as narrow or as wide as you like, free-floating bands that can overlap, variable EQ shapes, and threshold-sensitive EQ settings. F6 is ideal for isolating specific problems on individual tracks and fixing them transparently only when they pop out. The plugin’s advanced mid-side processing capabilities give you even greater ability to carve out EQ space in a busy mix, so you can breathe more life into your mixes.

The F6 dynamic EQ also includes a feature-rich, FFT-based real-time frequency spectrum analyzer, easily accessible from the main plugin interface. Analyzer features include adjustable resolution, adjustable reaction speed, RMS vs. peak response, pre-EQ, post-EQ and sidechain options, frequency, note and amplitude display based on cursor position, and diverse L/R monitoring options.

Music is dynamic. The intensity of any piece of music constantly rises and falls. With the F6 dynamic EQ plugin, you finally have the perfect EQ tool to match this dynamic variation.

Note: This is a non-refundable digital download.

Waves F6 Floating-Band Dynamic EQ Features

• Precision EQ triggered by a built-in dynamic processor
• 6 floating bands that can be placed anywhere in the spectrum
• Powerful EQ and compression/expansion controls per band
• Advanced sidechaining, parallel compression and mid-side processing
• High and low pass filters; bell and notch EQ shapes
• Each band features a solo/sidechain monitor
• Touch-compatible
• Zero latency and low CPU consumption
• FFT-based real-time spectrum analyzer, easily accessible from the main GUI
• Equally effective for studio and live mixing

• F6 Floating-Band Dynamic EQ Plugin Download1

• System Requirements
  • Mac
    • CPU: Intel Core i7 / i9 / Xeon-W / Apple Silicon
    • Memory
      • Minimum: 8 GB RAM (16 GB recommended)
      • 16 GB free disk space on the system drive
    • Operating System: 10.15.7, 11.6.5, 12.4. 13.0
    • Screen Resolution
      • Minimum: 1024x768
      • Recommended: 1280x1024 / 1600x1024
      • USB displays are not supported as the primary display.
      • V14 plugins require a graphics card that supports ‘Metal’
  • Windows
    • CPU
      • Intel Core i5, i7, i9, Xeon (all Gen 5 and above)
      • AMD Quad Core
      • AVX Support required
    • Memory
      • Minimum: 8 GB RAM (16 GB recommended)
      • 16 GB free disk space on the system drive
    • Operating System
      • Windows 10 64 bit (21H2)
      • Windows 11 (21H2)
    • Screen Resolution
      • Minimum: 1024x768
      • Recommended: 1280x1024 / 1600x1024
• Supported Hosts
  • The DAW versions listed below are the latest on which we tested and officially qualified each the latest version of our products.
  • Waves’ latest version works on newer sub-versions of these DAWs, unless stated otherwise.
  • If your DAW (or DAW version) is not listed here, we recommend you demo the product you wish to purchase to confirm it works.
  • Your DAW must be running on an operating system that supports it in order for plugins to work properly. To confirm that your DAW version is supported on your operating system, please refer to your DAW’s website.
  • Mac
    • Pro Tools 2022.4 (AAX Native, Audiosuite)
    • Logic Pro X, 10.7.4 (Audio Units)
    • Digital Performer 11 (Audio Units)
    • Ableton Live 11 (VST3)
    • Nuendo 12 (VST3)
    • Cubase 12 (VST3)
    • Main Stage 3 (Audio Units)
    • Garage Band 10.4.6 (Audio Units)
    • Audition 22 (VST3)
    • Premiere Pro 22 (VST3)
    • Studio One Professional 5 (VST3)
    • FL Studio 20 (VST3)
    • REAPER 6 (VST3)
    • Reason 12 (VST)
    • Maschine 2 (VST)
    • Komplete Kontrol 2 (VST)
    • Bitwig Studio 4 (VST3)
    • Luna 1.1.11 (Audio Units)
  • Windows
    • Pro Tools 2022.4 (AAX Native, Audiosuite)
    • Ableton Live 11 (VST3)
    • Nuendo 12 (VST3)
    • Cubase 12 (VST3)
    • Cakewalk by BandLab 2021 (VST3)
    • Audition 22 (VST3)
    • Premiere Pro 22 (VST3)
    • Samplitude Pro X6 (VST3)
    • Sequoia 15 (VST3)
    • Pyramix 14 (VST3)
    • Studio One Professional 5 (VST3)
    • FL Studio 20 (VST3)
    • REAPER 6 (VST3)
    • Reason 12 (VST)
    • Maschine 2 (VST)
    • Komplete Kontrol 2 (VST)
    • Bitwig Studio 4 (VST3)
  • Supported PlatformsMost Audio Hosts (See Supported Hosts), MultiRack, SuperRack, StudioRack, eMotion LV1 Mixer, eMotion ST Mixer, Avid VENUE 7.1 or later (When used with SoundGrid Rack for VENUE.)
  • Sample Rate192kHz
  • Channel ComponentsMono, Stereo
  • Latency
    • NATIVE/SOUNDGRID
      • 44.1 kHz - 48 kHz=0
      • 88.2 kHz - 96 kHz=0
      • 176.4 kHz - 192 kHz=0
    • VENUE TDM: 48kHz=NA