Waves L3 Multimaximizer: Multiband Maximizer Plugin

There’s a reason why the L3 Multimaximizer has been the choice of top mastering engineers for over a decade: It artfully merges five-band parametric equalization linear-phase crossovers transparent dynamics control and bit-resolution conversion into an exemplary mastering chain. Based on Waves’ proprietary Peak Limiting Mixer™ technology this plugin’s deep level of control for dynamics and frequency response lets you take your master wherever you want it to go.

Maximization with a Natural Sound

Unlike conventional multiband limiters Waves’ Peak Limiting Mixer technology treats the five bands as part of an integrated whole and distributes attenuation in each band as needed. The result: level and clarity.

Intelligent Adaptive Release

Adaptive release algorithms and a choice of release profiles allow choosing the character that best suits your needs—from transparent to aggressive—without pumping breathing or other artifacts.

EQ: The Big Advantage

The linear phase crossovers provide freedom from phase distortion a transparent high end and exceptional sonic accuracy. This is why engineers use the L3 Multimaximizer as much for its equalization as for its dynamics control.

Set Your Priorities

Set Your Priorities

Shape Psychoacoustics with Separation

Separate the bands for maximum isolation or reduce separation so energy from one band can influence adjacent bands. You can even eliminate separation entirely for conversion to a wideband limiter with linear-phase EQ.

Digital Release-Ready

With 2 dithering options 3 noise-shaping algorithms and conversion to 16 18 20 22 or 24-bit resolution the Increased Digital Resolution (IDR) section provides high-quality preparation for digital releases.

Simplified and Low-Latency Versions

Alongside the full L3 plugin the Waves catalog also includes the L3 Ultramaximizer plugin with simplified controls and the live mixing-friendly “LL” (low-latency) versions of both the Multimaximizer and the Ultramaximizer.

Features:

• Optimize dynamics independently in five frequency bands
• Intelligent release options provide a fluid maximizing character
• Informative display gives insights into the maximizing process
• Variable crossover frequencies and release times
• Multiband peak limiting maximizes levels while retaining musicality
• Linear-phase crossovers maintain artifact-free purity
• Precise flexible equalization adds another dimension to mastering
• Advanced dithering noise shaping and bit-reduction processing

Requirements:

Platform	CPU	RAM	Disk	Notes	Additional Requirement	Audio Card	Ports	Internet Required	32 Bit Support	64 Bit Support	Plugins
mac	Intel or Silicon Architecture	8	16		Minimum: 1024x768 Recommended: 1280x1024 / 1600x1024 USB displays are not supported as the primary display.			0	0	0
windows	X64 compatible Intel or AMD CPU	8	16		Minimum: 1024x768 Recommended: 1280x1024 / 1600x1024			0	0	0