Waves Ultimate 17 v09.26.01 is the complete plugin bundle for Windows, bringing together every Waves plugin in one comprehensive collection. This September 2026 release includes standalone, VST, VST3, and AAX formats, making it compatible with virtually every DAW on the market.
What’s New in This Release
eMotion LV1 v17
This is a major new version of the LV1 software, available for all LV1 mixers including LV1 Classic and LV1-based modular systems. The new version adds the following features and improvements:
Updated GUI
New colors, fonts, and element layout with native resolution of 1920×1080 pixels.
Top Bar
New, more convenient and simplified design. The top bar now offers User Keys, Mute Groups, and Mixer controls.
Mixer Windows
Completely updated appearance and controls. Mixer windows now display three rows of channel control modes. More information and control are available on each channel strip. Added support for customizable channel layout presets.
Master Channel Strip
Full control over the master channel with new channel mode design. Added more routing options for each strip.
Channel Indicators
Updated the display structure of the indicators. Added Recall Safe indication for each channel.
All Window
The general overview window for all tracks is now accessible directly from the top panel as a separate window. New global settings have been added including Link control, Aux control, Flip control, and display settings.
Channel Window
The design of all channel types has been updated. The main control section now features new color coding for the main parameters, improved control over various panning types, and automatic scaling of the plug-in interface for optimal display.
Patch, Show, and Setup Windows
The appearance and indication have been updated. Added mute behavior settings and additional User Keys parameters.
New Channel Edit Mode
Quickly assign channel control to the fader bank knobs. When EDIT mode is enabled, you can control the selected channel via the knobs including filter, gain, compressor, EQ, and Aux Sends.
GEQ Fader Control Mode
The GEQ equalizer (included in LV1 Classic) now automatically assigns parameters to the physical faders when you open its interface. Control becomes similar to working with a classic graphic equalizer. GEQ control is now also available in the LV1 mobile apps.
eMo-Q4
Added Real-Time Analyzer. Added support for Pinch gestures to change the Q (bandwidth) parameter.
SoundGrid Driver Offline
Added offline mode for SoundGrid Driver, for eMotion LV1 Session Editor, and for preparing projects and working before connecting the equipment.
Other Updated Plugins
eMo IEM v17
Updated UI.
Dugan Speech v17
Updated UI.
MyMon v17
Added support for new LV1 features.
MyFOH v17
Added support for new LV1 features including GEQ control via faders and new features of LV1 v17.
Fixed: Curves Resolve
Sidechain graph now correctly works with a signal at the Sidechain input.
Bug Fixes
Various stability and UI bug fixes. Fixed issues with Scene Recall time and with the focus of the plug-in menu.
Format and Compatibility
This release includes standalone, VST, VST3, and AAX formats for Windows, compatible with major DAWs including Cubase, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Studio One, Reaper, and Bitwig.
How To Install
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!
File Size: 9.84 GB
