KStrip: Channel Strip Plugin by Kiive Audio

KStrip is a channel strip effects plugin by Kiive Audio that combines saturation, equalization and compression modules, each with three selectable circuit characters for building a per-track processing chain in one plugin.

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01Overview

KStrip is built around three modules: preamp-style saturation, an equalizer and a dynamics section. Each module offers three distinct circuit characters, so you can choose the flavor that suits each source rather than stacking separate plugins. The Kiive Audio modules were developed using the developer's own modeling techniques, inspired by classic hardware from several console and outboard manufacturers. KStrip runs on Windows and macOS as a 64-bit plugin for supported DAWs.

Best for

Drum bus processing
Vocal chain shaping
Guitar tone and presence
Bass cohesion
Rock mix aggression
Per-track mixing

Developer: Kiive Audio
Category: Channel Strips
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Three world-inspired modules: saturation, equalizer and dynamics
Three selectable circuit characters for each module
Punchy, warm and clean saturation options
Bold or precise EQ options for boosts and cuts
Fast, smooth and transparent compressor circuits
Modules inspired by classic hardware from three manufacturers
64-bit plugin for Windows and macOS
Built for per-track processing without stacking plugins

03In depth

Saturation, EQ and Dynamics Circuit Options

Each of the three modules has three circuit choices. The saturation module offers a punchy, forward-mid setting with subtle grit, a warmer and richer setting, and a clean, detailed setting that adds aggression when pushed. The EQ module ranges from bold, energetic boosts to smooth, broad curves and aggressive, precise cuts and boosts.

The compressor section follows the same pattern: a fast, snappy compressor for transient-focused work, a smooth vintage-style compressor for cohesion, and a tight, transparent compressor for controlling peaks with minimal coloration.

Choosing a Channel Strip for Each Source

Kiive Audio describes the punchy settings as suited to drums and guitars that need extra presence, and the warmer settings as suited to vocals and low-end instruments. The clean setting is described as a fit for acoustic instruments and for adding aggression in a rock mix.

Because every module can be switched independently, you can build a different strip for each track of a mix, using the same plugin across the whole session.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

Developer	Kiive Audio
Type	Plugin
Category	Channel Strip
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is KStrip?

KStrip is a channel strip plugin by Kiive Audio. It combines saturation, equalization and dynamics modules, each with three selectable circuit characters.

Which operating systems does KStrip support?

KStrip runs on Windows and macOS. It is a 64-bit plugin and requires a 64-bit DAW.

What are the system requirements for KStrip?

On PC, it needs a 1 GHz Intel dual-core processor or AMD equivalent, 4GB of RAM, Windows 7 or later and a screen resolution of 1024 x 768 or higher. On Mac, it requires OS X 10.7 or later, with 10.14 or later recommended.

Is KStrip based on hardware consoles?

The Kiive Audio modules were developed using the developer's own modeling techniques, inspired by original hardware from API, Neve and Solid State Logic. Those companies have not licensed intellectual property to Kiive Audio or endorsed the product.