Plugin comparison
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
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Contenders
TDR Nova is Tokyo Dawn Labs' free parallel dynamic equalizer for parametric EQ, dynamic EQ, multiband compression, and wideband dynamics.
Waves F6 Floating-Band Dynamic EQ by Waves. Six floating dynamic EQ bands for surgical vocal and bus control, often on deep sale and still highly useful.
Score verdict
On the Dubspot Score, TDR Nova comes out ahead (8.6). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
| Signal | TDR Nova | Waves F6 Floating-Band Dynamic EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $35+ |
| Dubspot Score | 8.6 | 8.2 |
| Formats | VST2, VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | Parallel dynamic equalizer | Dynamic EQ |
| Version | 2.2.2 | — |
| Bands | 4 dynamic EQ bands + high-pass and low-pass sections | 6 floating bands |
| Use cases | Parametric EQ, dynamic EQ, frequency-selective / multiband / wideband compression | — |
| Formats | VST2, VST3, AAX (Win 64-bit); VST2, VST3, AU, AAX (Mac 64-bit) | VST3, AU, AAX |
| System | Windows 7+; macOS 10.9+; OpenGL support | — |
| Paid upgrade | TDR Nova GE (Gentleman's Edition) adds bands and dynamics modes | — |
| Developer | — | Waves |
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