Kilohearts Multipass vs Mastering The Mix REFERENCE
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Kilohearts Multipass comes out ahead (8.4). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Specs compared
| Kilohearts Multipass | Mastering The Mix REFERENCE | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99 | — |
| Dubspot Score | 8.4 | 8.3 |
| Formats | VST2, VST3, AU, AAX | AU (Mac), VST3, AAX |
| Frequency bands | Up to 5 | — |
| Architecture | Modular Snapin Host | — |
| Modulation | Envelopes, LFOs, and randomization | — |
| Included content | Kilohearts Essentials (30 modular effects) | — |
| Apple Silicon | M1 Native support | — |
| Updates | Lifetime free updates included | — |
| Price (official) | — | £59.00 GBP (no fixed USD price shown; site offers a currency selector) |
| Formats (Mac) | — | 64-bit AU, VST3, or AAX host; Apple Silicon native |
| Formats (Windows) | — | 64-bit VST3 or 64-bit AAX host |
| Key tools | — | Mix Descriptors, Masterscope, Mix Balance, Mix Instructor, and Match % |
| Mac requirements | — | OS X 10.15 or higher |
| Windows requirements | — | Windows 10 or higher |
See the full plugin database for more comparisons.