June 23, 2026

All Waves plugins: major update to version V17

New features and improvements in Waves V17

New: An improved preset menu system, replacing both the old pop-up menu and the preset browser. It combines the capabilities of both solutions, supports pop-up and separate display modes, text search, and easy navigation. Added to all Waves plugins except Q-Clone, Curves Equator, Curves Resolve, IR1 series, IRLive, the GTR series, Tune Real-Time, X-Noise, and Z-Noise.
New: COSMOS Sample Finder, Curves AQ, InTrigger Drum Replacer, Key Detector, StudioVerse, and Sync Vx now run fully natively on Apple Silicon, with no background processes dependent on Rosetta 2.
MondoMod: Completely redesigned graphical user interface.
PSE (Primary Source Expander):
Added a 5Hz frequency shift to increase gain before feedback on open mics.
Expanded ducking attenuation range to -60 dB for more flexible dynamic control.
CLA MixDown: Added a Link In/Out parameter, allowing simultaneous adjustment of input and output levels in a single action.
WLM / WLM Plus: WLM is now available as an AudioSuite plug-in, allowing full offline analysis of software loudness without realtime playback.
EMO-Q4: Added a real-time spectrum analyzer with an Offset knob for customizing the display in both SoundGrid and the native environment.
REQ (Renaissance Equalizer): The real-time spectrum analyzer is now available in the SoundGrid environment.
Q10 and F6: Added pinch gesture control for the Q parameter on touchscreens.
Sync Vx: Added support for Samplitude and Sequoia in VST3 and ARA formats.
StudioVerse Audio Effects: Expanded the macro control pages to 13 pages with 8 macros each.

Bug fixes in Waves V17

Fixed in all Waves plugins

• Sidechain switching now works correctly in Luna on Windows (VST3).
• Fixed a crash in Pro Tools with SyncroArts RePitch 2 installed.
  Fixed in all instrument plugins
• Loaded presets are now correctly saved when dragging MIDI clips in Cubase/Nuendo.
  Fixed in Waves applications
• Application windows on macOS are now correctly restored after minimizing from the Dock.
  Curves Series (AQ, Equator, Resolve)
• Fixed a crash in Pro Tools with SyncroArts RePitch 2 installed.
  CLA MixHub
• Pro Tools no longer freezes when closing the plugin interface while actively typing.
  COSMOS
• Ableton Live analysis files (.asd) no longer trigger an unnecessary Changes Detected notification.
  Curves AQ
• SC Listen button becomes inactive when no sidechain is connected.
• Nodes opened in the Learn zone now respond correctly to user actions and remain interactive.
  Doubler
• Toggling Low Gain EQ on and off no longer causes audio clicks.
  GTR Tool Rack / Solo Tool Rack
• Using the Move Left command on the amp in the Stomp section no longer causes interface corruption or crashes.
  IDX Intelligent Dynamics
• Plugin bypass is now fully synced with the host bypass system in all supported DAWs.
  Immersive Wrapper
• 7.1 and 7.1.2 components now route correctly in Logic Pro.
  L4
• Loudness Meter setting (Short/Long) is now correctly saved and restored when reloading a project.
  Magma BB Tubes
• Tone Pre and Post controls now respond correctly to Touch & Slide controls in LV1.
  MultiMod Rack
• Mod FX bypass and the hamburger menu now work correctly.
  ReelADT
• The Mute, Phase, Sync, LFO On/Off, and Monitor buttons are now correctly assigned to hardware controller switches in live applications.
  Waves Harmony
• Scale settings are now correctly saved and restored between scenes in LV1 and SuperRack.
  WLM Plus
• CSV log export on macOS now includes all necessary data.
  H-EQ
• The Stereo Link function now extends the Phase Invert button, inverting both the left and right channels simultaneously.
  RChannel
• The filter type drop-down menu now opens correctly in the classic interface.
  CR8 Creative Sampler
• The global output level is now correctly saved in presets.
• Poly Aftertouch modulator works correctly in all supported hosts.
  OVox Vocal Resynthesis
• Bypass Mod FX and menus now work correctly.
• Poly Aftertouch modulator works correctly in all supported hosts.
  Scheps Omni Channel
• Full Reset and PA Default presets are now shown at the top of the preset menu.
• HPF frequency is now correctly adjusted via Touch & Turn in LV1/SuperRack.
• Fixed a hang in Pro Tools when closing the interface while entering text.
  StudioVerse
• Fixed host hangs when loading presets.
• Gain reduction information is now displayed correctly in Pro Tools when SyncroArts RePitch 2 is installed in the AAX folder.
• The mouse cursor no longer jumps when clicking on values ​​in the macro editing window.
• Parameters of modules inside Chainer plugins (CLA MixHub, Scheps Omni Channel, AR TG Mastering, MultiMod Rack) can now be assigned to macros.
  Sync Vx
• Dynamic Split now works correctly in REAPER on macOS and Windows.
• The progress bar now completes correctly on Windows systems where svml_dispmd.dll is installed in C:\Windows\System32.
  TG12345
• M/S mode is displayed correctly after reloading a project.
• Automation lines display the correct units (dB and kHz) for all parameters.

StudioVerse’s New Premium Feature: Mix Unlock

Mix Unlock is a real-time stem splitting technology right inside your DAW.
It lets you split any stereo track into:

• 2 stems: Vocals + Instruments (vocals and instruments)
• 4 stems: Vocals, Drums, Bass and Instruments (vocals, drums, bass and other instruments)
  With Mix Unlock you can:
• correct finished mixes;
• create mashups;
• change the balance of elements;
• highlight individual instruments;
• rework completed tracks even without access to the original multitrack session.
  Mix Unlock is a premium feature of StudioVerse Audio Effects and requires a separate license.
  It is available:
• with a separate perpetual license;
• in the Waves Essential and Waves Ultimate subscriptions.
  In addition, the feature is free for a limited time to all owners of any Waves V17 plugin.

Installation

1. Install Waves Central (in 1-Installer)
2. Launch, select Offline Installer , find the Waves folder (in 1-Installer) , select partial or full Waves Ultimate
3. Apply the Waves Ultimate 2025.3 patch.exe

Removing a previous version

1. Stop:
   Task Manager – Background Processes – WavesLocalServer, WavesPluginServer
2. Uninstall Waves Central (preferably using programs like Revo Uninstaller or Uninstall Tool)
3. Clear the paths:
   C:\Program Files\Waves Central
   C:\Program Files\Common Files\Avid\Audio\Plug-Ins\WaveShell
   C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3\WaveShell
   C:\Program Files\VSTPlugins\Waves StudioRack for OBS.dll
   C:\Program Files (x86)\Waves
   C:\ProgramData\Waves Audio
   C:\Users\Public\Waves Audio
   C:\Users\User Name\AppData\Local\Waves Audio
   C:\Users\User Name\AppData\Roaming\Waves Audio
   C:\Users\User Name\AppData\Roaming\Waves Central
4. Clean the registry:
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Waves
5. Reboot!