8.0Great
Cableguys Pancake 2 is a free auto-panner plugin for tempo-synced stereo motion and creative pan effects.
Plugin comparison
Cableguys Pancake 2 vs PanMan
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
Contenders
The side-by-side
8.1Great
PanMan (Soundtoys) — effect from Soundtoys. Score 8.1/10, price $99, formats and comparisons.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, PanMan comes out ahead (8.1). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | Cableguys Pancake 2 | PanMan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $99 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.0 | 8.1 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | Auto-panner | — |
| Developer | Cableguys | Soundtoys |
| Typical price | Free | $99 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Primary job | Tempo-synced stereo panning | focused effect work in modern sessions |
| Catalog status | Current as of 2026 | Current as of 2026 |
| Product type | — | effect from Soundtoys |
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