Clarix LB by Waves AI noise reduction plugin interface

Clarix LB: AI Noise Reduction for Live Broadcast Voice

Clarix LB is an AI-powered noise reduction plugin from Waves for cleaning background noise from voice and dialogue in live broadcast and live streaming. It runs on the SoundGrid real-time platform.

VST2AUAAXWindowsmacOS

AVAILABLE ATPlugin Boutique

Download Now

Opens the store in a new tab

01Overview

Clarix LB is aimed at live voice capture, such as on-location anchors, reporters, live-streamed services and other broadcast sources. Its noise reduction uses the Waves Neural Networks engine, which Waves also uses in its newer studio and live noise removal plugins. The plugin offers a single knob for setting the balance between voice and noise, and it handles stereo sources with double analysis and width control. With 47 ms latency, it suits broadcast and streaming work rather than in-venue concert audio.

Best for

On-location news reporting
Live-streamed worship services
Broadcast anchor voice
Live streaming dialogue
Noisy field interviews

Developer: Waves
Category: Vocal Processing
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

AI noise reduction powered by Waves Neural Networks
Emmy-winning neural network engine for voice cleanup
SoundGrid-compatible for SuperRack and eMotion LV1
Single knob for voice and noise balance
Large interface for easy broadcast control
Double analysis and width control for stereo sources
Sample rates up to 96 kHz
47 ms latency for live broadcast and streaming
Requires Waves Titan server for real-time processing

03In depth

Real-Time Noise Reduction for Live Voice

Clarix LB is built for live broadcast and streaming, where ambient noise has to be removed while the signal is still live. Waves says the plugin is powered by its Emmy-winning Neural Networks engine, the same technology behind its latest studio and live noise removal tools.

The plugin runs on the SoundGrid platform. It can be used in SuperRack SoundGrid, SuperRack LiveBox and eMotion LV1 systems, which makes it a fit for mixing workflows built around those environments.

Controls and Workflow for Broadcast Use

The main control is a single knob that sets the exact voice-to-noise balance, so operators can adjust the cleanup without digging through detailed parameters. The interface is large, which Waves positions as useful for quick control during a broadcast.

For stereo sources, the plugin provides "double" analysis together with width control. Clarix LB supports sample rates up to 96 kHz and has a latency of 47 ms. Because it relies on advanced neural networks, it needs a Waves Titan server for real-time SoundGrid processing.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Waves
Type	Plugin
Category	Vocal Processing
Formats	VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is Clarix LB used for?

Clarix LB removes background noise from voice and dialogue in live broadcast and live streaming. It is intended for on-location anchors, reporters, live-streamed services and other live voice sources.

Which formats and operating systems does Clarix LB support?

Clarix LB is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS.

What do I need to use Clarix LB?

Clarix LB needs a Waves Titan server for real-time SoundGrid processing when used with SuperRack SoundGrid or LV1 systems, including the LV1 Classic console. The system requirements also list 16 GB of RAM and 30 GB of free disk space on the system drive.