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
Kiive Audio Warmy EP1A by Kiive Audio. A Pultec-style tube EQ from Kiive: musical broadstroke curves at a friendlier price than flagship Pultec collections.
Waves PuigTec EQs by Waves. Jack Joseph Puig's Pultec EQP-1A and MEQ-5 pair: musical tube-style EQ curves at typical Waves sale prices.
Score verdict
On the Dubspot Score, Kiive Audio Warmy EP1A comes out ahead (8.1). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
| Signal | Kiive Audio Warmy EP1A | Waves PuigTec EQs |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $49 | $35+ |
| Dubspot Score | 8.1 | 8.0 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | Pultec-style tube EQ | Pultec-style EQ bundle |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | — |
| Developer | Kiive Audio | Waves with Jack Joseph Puig |
| Units | — | EQP-1A and MEQ-5 |
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