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Equalizers – Free Music Software & Plug-ins

Free equalizers and filters for broad tonal changes, detailed correction and creative movement. Static EQ, dynamic EQ and nonlinear tone processors solve different problems. Compare their purpose and supported formats, and judge changes at similar listening levels within the arrangement rather than only by the response graph.

These are researched directory entries, not hands-on reviews. Optional purchases, account requirements and limited editions are identified on product pages. Format availability can differ by operating system.

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AURORA

13x Audio

AURORA combines a parametric equalizer with per-band dynamics, spectrum analysis and selectable stereo routing.

LinuxmacOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersMastering
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Blindfold EQ

AudioThing

Blindfold EQ is an equalizer that deliberately hides numerical parameter values.

macOSWindowsEqualizers
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BootEQ mkIV

Variety Of Sound

BootEQ mkIV combines equalization with an analog-style coloration approach.

WindowsEqualizers
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Box of Bass

Box Of Rules

Box of Bass builds a layered bass chain from sub, clean cabinet, driven microphone and room paths.

LinuxmacOSWindowsDistortion & SaturationEqualizersGuitar & Bass
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Calf Studio Gear

Calf Studio Gear

Calf Studio Gear is a Linux collection of instruments and effects for use in compatible audio hosts.

LinuxCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersMetering & AnalysisModulation Effects
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CHANNEV

Analog Obsession

CHANNEV combines channel-strip-style processing in a single plug-in.

macOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsDistortion & SaturationEqualizers
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DJMFilter

Xfer Records

DJMFilter is a DJ-style filter effect with a direct interface for moving between low- and high-frequency filtering.

macOSWindowsEqualizersModulation Effects
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DPF-Plugins

DISTRHO

DPF-Plugins is a collection of open-source audio instruments and effects built with the DISTRHO framework.

LinuxmacOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersSynthesizers
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EasyEffects

EasyEffects Contributors

EasyEffects provides system-level audio processing for supported Linux desktops, with chains of effects applied to input or output streams.

LinuxAudio RestorationCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersRecording Utilities
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Filterjam

AudioThing

Filterjam is a multi-band resonant filtering effect for creative spectral shaping.

macOSWindowsEqualizersSound Design
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Free Suite

Venn Audio

Free Suite collects utility and processing tools for everyday audio work.

LinuxmacOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersRecording Utilities
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GVST Plug-ins

GVST

GVST provides a collection of free effects and utilities for mixing, signal control and related production tasks.

LinuxmacOSWindowsAudio RestorationCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersRecording Utilities
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Kilohearts Essentials

Kilohearts

Kilohearts Essentials is a free account-based collection of compact effects and utilities.

macOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsDelaysDistortion & SaturationEqualizers
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Linux Studio Plugins

LSP Project

Linux Studio Plugins is a broad open-source processing suite for Linux production.

LinuxCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersMetering & AnalysisRecording Utilities
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mda Plug-ins

Paul Kellett / mda

The mda collection contains classic lightweight instruments and effects that became widely used in computer-based production.

LinuxmacOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersModulation EffectsSynthesizers
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MFreeFXBundle

MeldaProduction

MFreeFXBundle collects effects and utilities covering tonal shaping, dynamics, modulation and analysis.

macOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersMetering & AnalysisModulation Effects
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ReaPlugs

Cockos

ReaPlugs makes a selection of Cockos audio processors available as a free plug-in bundle for compatible Windows hosts.

WindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersRecording Utilities
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TDR Nova

Tokyo Dawn Labs

TDR Nova combines parametric equalization with frequency-dependent dynamics.

LinuxmacOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizers
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TDR VOS SlickEQ

Tokyo Dawn Labs

TDR VOS SlickEQ is a tone-shaping equalizer with selectable response characters and an interface built around broad musical decisions.

macOSWindowsEqualizersMastering
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ToneBoosters Legacy v3 Bundle

ToneBoosters

ToneBoosters' legacy collection makes older processing tools available separately from its current commercial range.

macOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersMetering & Analysis
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Tukan JSFX

Tukan Studios

Tukan JSFX is a collection of effects for the JSFX ecosystem, covering mixing and creative processing.

LinuxmacOSWindowsCompressors & DynamicsEqualizersModulation Effects
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Availability, licensing and system requirements can change. Verification refers to official documentation and download availability, not installation or hands-on testing. Check the developer's current terms before installing.

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