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TonalBrain
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
What it is
TonalBrain is an AI audio plugin for analyzing multitrack sessions and generating mixing settings. It looks for masking, dynamic collisions and balance issues, with support for up to 24 tracks per run. A project can hold up to four section snapshots for analysis of different parts of a song. The plugin applies EQ and compression to each track, with optional de-essing, stereo width, sidechain and optical compression, tape saturation, and harmonic excitation. Its modules can be edited, removed or reordered. Each analysis is saved as a preset; changing presets updates every track together. TonalBrain is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats for compatible DAWs, and supports macOS 10.15 or later, including native Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3, and 64-bit Windows 10 or 11. The maker says raw audio stays on the user's machine, while spectral analysis data is sent to its servers to calculate settings. One-time plans start at $$9. It is intended for multitrack sessions or stem groups, not stereo mastering.
For and against
For
- Analyzes sessions of up to 24 tracks per run.
- Saves up to four section snapshots per project.
- Editable EQ, compression and additional processing modules.
- Available in VST3, AU and AAX formats.
- Free plan is available.
Against
- Not intended for stereo full-mix mastering.
- No free trial is listed.
- Plans are one-time purchases starting at $$9.
The verdict
TonalBrain combines session analysis with track-level mix settings and adjustable processing. Its stated use is multitrack sessions or stem groups, with dedicated mastering tools recommended for stereo full mixes.
Who it suits
TonalBrain suits producers and engineers working with multitrack sessions or stem groups in compatible DAWs. It is not intended as a dedicated tool for mastering stereo full mixes.
Plans and prices
Starter
50 credits · $0.18/credit · 1 credit per analysis run · Up to 24 tracks per run
Read 3 Oct 2026 · tonalbrain.com
Creator
200 credits · $0.13/credit · 1 credit per analysis run · Up to 24 tracks per run
Read 3 Oct 2026 · tonalbrain.com
Studio
600 credits · $0.10/credit · 1 credit per analysis run · Up to 24 tracks per run
Read 3 Oct 2026 · tonalbrain.com
On the record
- A/B presets
- Each analysis run is saved as a preset, and switching presets updates every track at once.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Account and payment security
- The privacy policy says account data is stored by Supabase encrypted at rest and Stripe processes payments without TonalBrain storing complete card details.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Audio privacy
- The maker says raw audio stays on the user's machine; spectral analysis data is sent to its servers to calculate mix settings, and it says it does not store or share audio content or analysis data beyond processing the request.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Data safeguards
- The privacy policy lists encryption in transit and at rest, secure authentication, regular security reviews and updates, and access controls for authorized personnel.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Not intended for mastering
- The maker recommends individual multitrack sessions or stem groups and recommends a dedicated mastering tool for stereo full mixes.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Plugin formats and DAWs
- It is available as VST3, AU, and AAX for compatible DAWs including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, and Studio One.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Processing
- The plugin applies EQ and compression on every track, and can add de-essing, stereo width, sidechain and optical compression, tape saturation, and harmonic excitation; modules are editable, removable, and reorderable.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Section snapshots
- Users can save up to 4 section snapshots per project for analysis across different song sections.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- Support is handled by email, and the contact page says response time is usually within a few hours.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- System requirements
- The plugin supports macOS 10.15 or later, including native Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3, and 64-bit Windows 10 or 11.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Track capacity
- The maker says a run supports up to 24 tracks.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- What it does
- TonalBrain is an AI audio plugin that analyzes multitrack sessions to identify masking, dynamic collisions, and balance issues, then generates mixing settings.tonalbrain.com · read 3 Oct 2026
