Waves 16 Ultimate v2025.06 + StudioVerse

When opening any plugin in the collection, you can see the new possibility of resizing windows, an invaluable gain for those who work on 4K monitors and need flexibility to visualize parameters without giving up visual clarity. Interface scales now accompany different resolutions, ensuring optimal readability and precise adjustment of controls even on high-density screens. This design uniformity facilitates navigation and reduces the learning curve, as the visual language is consistent throughout the product line.

 

In addition to the aesthetic upgrade, the Waves 16 Ultimate introduces the Auto Makeup Gain feature in five legendary compressors (CLA‐2A, CLA‐3A, CLA‐76, Abbey Road RS124 and V‐Comp). This automatic functionality compensates for level variations after compression, allowing for fairer A/B comparisons and saving the user manual output gain adjustments. As a result, the mixing process becomes faster and more precise, especially in tight delivery times.

 

The classic MaxxBass and IR‐Live also received special attention: their interfaces were refined, displaying controls more intuitively and with graphs that respond more fluidly to real-time changes. The updated design simplifies access to key parameters such as reinforcement frequency and thrust size without sacrificing the possibilities of advanced customization.

 

To complement the line, the integration with the Cosmos Sample Finder has been optimized to work in a synchronized way within the DAW, streamlining the search and pre-hearing of samples without interrupting the creative flow. This synergy between plugins and tools helps producers quickly find sounds that fit perfectly into their projects, reducing the time spent on manual searches.

 

Waves 16 Ultimate is much more than a mere numerical update: it is a package designed to enhance every step of production, from track preparation to final touch. With substantial improvements in ergonomics, gain automation and visual design, this version offers users a more organized, responsive and enjoyable work environment.