Vocal Chain by Tuned Plugins vocal processing plugin interface

Vocal Chain: Vocal Processing Plugin by Tuned Plugins

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Vocal Chain is a vocal processing effects plugin by Tuned Plugins that combines an EQ tailored to vocals with one-knob compression and saturation. It is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats for Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

Vocal Chain is built around a short set of controls for shaping vocal tracks. Its equalizer is designed for the natural qualities of the human voice, and its compression and saturation are each run from a single knob. Blend controls let you mix processed and unprocessed signal, and oversampling is included to help keep vocals clear under heavy processing. The developer presents it as part of the Tuned Vocal Bundle.

Best for

  • Lead vocal processing
  • Vocal mixing
  • Vocal warmth and saturation
  • Quick vocal polishing
  • Parallel vocal processing
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Tuned Plugins
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02Key features

What you get

  • Equalizer designed specifically for enhancing vocal qualities
  • One-knob compressor for quick dynamic control
  • One-knob saturation for warmth and harmonic richness
  • Blend knobs to balance processed and unprocessed signal
  • Oversampling for clarity under heavy processing
  • Available in VST3, AU and AAX formats
  • 64-bit plugin for Windows and macOS
03In depth

Vocal EQ, Compression and Saturation Controls

The plugin's equalizer is designed specifically for vocals, so you can sculpt tone with a focus on the qualities of the human voice rather than general-purpose frequency shaping.

Compression is handled by a one-knob compressor. You dial in the amount of dynamic control without working through a full set of threshold, ratio and attack settings. Saturation follows the same approach, with a single knob that adds harmonic richness and warmth.

Blend knobs on the processing stages let you balance processed and unprocessed signal, so you can keep the natural character of the original take alongside the effect.

Sound Quality and Workflow for Vocal Tracks

Vocal Chain uses oversampling, which is intended to preserve clarity and detail when the processing is pushed hard.

The simplified controls suit quick vocal processing sessions. The developer positions the plugin for both experienced producers and those newer to vocal production.

Because it is available in VST3, AU and AAX, it can be loaded in a range of digital audio workstations on Windows and macOS.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperTuned Plugins
TypePlugin
CategoryVocal Processing
FormatsVST3, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats is Vocal Chain available in?

Vocal Chain is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats.

Which operating systems does Vocal Chain support?

Vocal Chain runs on Windows and macOS. The developer lists Mac OS X 10.15 or higher and Windows 8 and above as requirements.

What are the system requirements for Vocal Chain?

The listed requirements are a 2 GHz Intel Dual Core or AMD equivalent processor and 8GB of RAM, with 16GB recommended.

How do the blend knobs work?

The blend knobs adjust the balance between the processed and unprocessed signal, letting you mix the effect with the original sound.

07Developer

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