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Waves Curves AQ
Tel Aviv, Israel
What it is
Waves Curves AQ is an EQ plugin that analyzes audio and produces five tailored EQ curves. Users can select and adjust among five spectral targets, then apply static EQ, dynamic EQ, or both. MixSense uses sidechain audio to adapt processing so other tracks can have room in the mix. Controls include Smart Tilt, curve Offset, four frequency anchors, and global or per-band boost and cut adjustments. The plugin also includes a zero-latency live version. Waves lists support for audio hosts including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, FL Studio, REAPER, and Studio One, with VST3, Audio Units, and AAX formats. It runs on Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11, and macOS Sonoma 14 or later; listed requirements include 16 GB RAM and 30 GB free disk space. Curves AQ is paid from $199, with no free plan. Waves Creative Access offers a seven-day free period, and Waves Ultimate subscriptions include Curves AQ.
For and against
For
- Creates five EQ curves from audio analysis.
- Supports static and dynamic EQ processing.
- Includes a zero-latency live version.
- Lists VST3, Audio Units, and AAX formats.
Against
- No free plan is listed.
- Requires 16 GB RAM and 30 GB free disk space.
- Windows and macOS requirements specify recent operating systems.
The verdict
Curves AQ combines audio analysis with adjustable targets and static or dynamic EQ processing. Buyers should check the listed system requirements and note that the plugin is paid from $199.
Who it suits
Curves AQ suits audio creators using a supported audio host who want EQ curves generated from audio analysis. It is available for Windows and macOS systems meeting the listed requirements.
Plans and prices
Perpetual license
Curves AQ plugin · Curves AQ LIVE included
Read 22 Sep 2026 · waves.com
Waves Ultimate monthly subscription
Over 240 plugins · includes Curves AQ
Read 29 Sep 2026 · waves.com
Waves Ultimate annual subscription
Over 240 plugins · includes Curves AQ
Read 29 Sep 2026 · waves.com
On the record
- Company
- Waves was founded in 1992, and its contact page lists its Israel office in Tel Aviv.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Controls
- Features include Smart Tilt, curve Offset, four frequency anchors, and global or per-band boost and cut adjustment.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- DAW integrations
- The plugin page lists support for major audio hosts including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, FL Studio, REAPER, and Studio One.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- EQ modes
- Users can combine static and dynamic EQ processing or use either mode on its own.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Live version
- Curves AQ includes a zero-latency live version.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- MixSense
- MixSense uses sidechain audio to adapt processing and make room for other tracks in the mix.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Processor limits
- The current requirements specify Intel CPUs at generation 5 or later with AVX for Curves AQ; Apple Silicon native support is listed in Waves V17 release notes.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Purpose
- Curves AQ is an autonomous EQ plugin that analyzes audio and creates five tailored EQ curves.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Spectral targets
- The plugin offers five spectral targets that users can adjust as EQ destinations.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Support
- Waves provides technical support tickets, while phone support is reserved for customers with active Creative Access subscriptions or current Waves Update Plan coverage.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- System requirements
- The listed current requirements include Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11, or macOS Sonoma 14 or later, with 16 GB RAM and 30 GB free disk space.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Trial
- Waves Creative Access offers a seven-day free period, and the product page lists Curves AQ among products included in Waves Ultimate.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Updates and installation
- Waves Central is Waves’ installer and activation manager, with downloads available for Mac and Windows.waves.com · read 29 Sep 2026
