Waves Audio and YouTuber Jason Yadlovski offer the Kramer HLS Channel ($249 list price) plugin as a FREE download for a limited time.
Kramer HLS Channel is a plugin that mimics the famous Helios mixing console. The developers even used the specific Helios mixing console from the Rolling Stones mobile truck as a reference. Waves created the plugin in partnership with Eddie Kramer, continuing their successful collaboration on a series of mixing plugins.
The interface places the preamp and EQ sections on the left and metering, volume controls, and parameter settings on the right. The workflow is straightforward, and Kramer HLS Channel won’t confuse you with unnecessary controls. Tweak the EQ to your liking and adjust the input gain to fine-tune the saturation.
Kramer HLS Channel is more than just a replica of the Helios EQs, as it also captures the distinct character, tonal quality, and gain of the console’s preamps. To make the experience even more authentic, the plugin includes a highly accurate VU meter that reproduces the sensitivity, response, appearance, and feel of the original meter.
Do you need Kramer HLS Channel if you already have an EQ and a saturation plugin (such as our free BPB Saturator)?
While it isn’t a must-have plugin, Kramer HLS Channel certainly delivers a useful combination of musical equalization and saturation in a compact package. You can save some time and perhaps even find some inspiration when mixing with a streamlined tool that sounds musical out-of-the-box.
If emulations of vintage audio gear aren’t your thing, then you probably won’t find Kramer HLS Channel particularly interesting.
The deal comes from Waves Audio and Jason Yadlovski’s YouTube channel. Watch the announcement video below for more information about the plugin.
Kramer HLS Channel is available for free download from the promo page linked below. You’ll need to log in to your Waves Audio user account to see the offer. Once logged in, visit the promo page and click the blue “GET KRAMER HLS CHANNEL FREE” button.
Kramer HLS Channel is available in 64-bit VST2, VST3, AU, and AAX plugin formats for Windows and macOS. Please note that Waves Central is required for installation and activation purposes.
The deal lasts from 1/27/23 at 9am EST to 1/29/23 at 9am EST.
Get the deal: Kramer HLS Channel (FREE for 48 hours!)
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Last Updated on January 27, 2023 by Tomislav Zlatic.
