Kratos 2 Maximizer by Kuassa limiter plugin interface

Kratos 2 Maximizer: Transparent Loudness Limiter by Kuassa Free Download

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Kratos 2 Maximizer is a limiter and loudness maximizer plugin from Kuassa for mixing and mastering. It raises perceived loudness with transparent limiting, available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats.

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01Overview

Kratos 2 Maximizer is the updated version of Kuassa's limiter, built to make a mix louder while keeping its punch and sound quality intact. The developer positions it for both mixing and mastering. Its core controls follow a simple sequence: raise the Maximize knob, shape the character with the Texture knob, set Attack and Release, and adjust the Knee to change how firmly the limiting acts. The interface is compact and built around this direct workflow.

Best for

Mix loudness control
Final mastering limiter
Bus limiting
Mastering dithering
Loudness maximizing

Developer: Kuassa
Category: Dynamics Processors
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Transparent, precision limiting and loudness maximizing
Unique Texture knob for smooth or harder character
Attack and Release with a new adaptive option
Latency Compensation toggle for compatible DAWs
Three dithering options with three bit-depth modes
Oversampling mode up to 4x
Compact user interface with a straightforward workflow
Sample rate support up to 96 kHz

03In depth

Sound Character and Limiting Controls

The Texture knob sets the character of the limiting, from smoother to harder. Attack and Release control how quickly the limiter responds, and this version adds an adaptive option for both parameters. Kuassa describes the limiting as transparent and precision-focused. The Knee control adjusts whether the limiting action is harder or smoother.

A Latency Compensation toggle is included for use in DAWs that support it, which helps keep the plugin's processing aligned with the rest of the session.

Mastering Options: Dithering and Oversampling

Kratos 2 Maximizer includes a dithering section with three dithering options and three bit-depth modes, covering a range of mastering needs when reducing bit depth.

An oversampling mode of up to 4x is available, and the plugin supports sample rates up to 96 kHz. These options make it suitable for final-stage processing where bit depth and sample rate matter.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Kuassa
Type	Plugin
Category	Dynamics Processor
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit
Free trial	Yes

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Kratos 2 Maximizer support?

Kratos 2 Maximizer is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS and is 64-bit only.

What do I need to run Kratos 2 Maximizer?

On Windows, you need Windows Vista or later, a Core2Duo or AMD Phenom II X4 processor or better, and 4 GB of RAM, with a VST or VST3 compatible host. On macOS, you need macOS 10.11 or later, an Intel Core 2 Duo or Apple M1 processor, 4 GB of RAM, and a VST, VST3 or Audio Units compatible host. AAX requires Pro Tools 11 or later, and the Rack Extension format requires Reason 7.1 or later.