VocalShaper vocal processing plugin interface by W. A. Production

VocalShaper: Vocal Processing Plugin by W. A. Production Free Download

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VocalShaper is a vocal processing plugin from W. A. Production that combines leveling, cleaning, compression, mud removal, sibilance control and tone shaping in one modular toolkit for sung and spoken vocals.

VST3VST2AUAAXWindowsmacOS64-bit
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Free trial available from the developer
01Overview

VocalShaper brings several vocal processing stages into a single plugin. Its Leveler uses pink noise to keep vocal amplitude consistent, and its Cleaner stage targets background noise, headphone leakage and breath sounds, with adjustable sensitivity. Dedicated controls handle low-resonance mud, sibilance and brightness. The developer recommends placing it first in the vocal chain, before delay and reverb, and it was created in collaboration with audio engineer Emrah Celik.

Best for

  • Vocal cleaning
  • Mud removal on vocals
  • Sibilance control
  • Spoken word processing
  • Vocal dynamics and leveling
  • Vocal tone shaping
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02Key features

What you get

  • Leveler, Cleaner and compression stages for vocal dynamics
  • Demud control for low resonance reduction between 60 and 360 Hz
  • S-Volume sibilance control with a Listen audition button
  • Air control for added brightness and presence
  • Tone section with Cut, Low, LowMid, Mid and High controls
  • Depth control based on boosted LA Opto compression
  • Heat for harmonic warmth and Spread for stereo widening
  • AB comparison, undo and redo, and a resizable interface
03In depth

Leveling, Cleaning and Compression for Vocals

The Leveler is the first stage in the chain. Rather than using conventional gain processing, it relies on pink noise to continuously adjust vocal amplitude for a smoother, more consistent performance.

The Cleaner stage reduces unwanted background noise, headphone leakage and intrusive breaths, and its sensitivity control lets you adapt it to your recording environment. The compression section is based on a classic compressor design but tuned for vocals. You can keep it subtle or push it toward more aggressive, punchy dynamics.

Mud Removal, Sibilance and Tone Controls

Demud targets low resonances between 60 and 360 Hz, applying reduction automatically and with adjustable sensitivity. It is aimed at vocals with light or pronounced muddiness.

S-Volume gives linear control over sibilant "s" sounds and includes a Listen button to audition the exact signal being processed. The Tone section affects the body of the vocal rather than sibilance, with Cut, Low, LowMid, Mid and High controls, a Depth control, Heat for harmonic warmth, and Spread, a micro-pitch-shift effect for stereo width.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperW. A. Production
TypePlugin
CategoryVocal Processing
FormatsVST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
Free trialYes
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does VocalShaper support?

VocalShaper is available in VST3, VST2, AU and AAX formats. AAX is compatible with Pro Tools 11 and higher only.

Which operating systems does VocalShaper run on?

VocalShaper runs on Windows 8 and later (64-bit only) and macOS 10.13 and later (64-bit only). Mac users on Apple Silicon should check the current compatibility status on the developer's page before purchasing.

Is there a trial version of VocalShaper?

Yes, a trial is available for VocalShaper.

What do I need to use VocalShaper?

VocalShaper is a plugin and needs a compatible host application that supports one of its formats: VST3, VST2, AU or AAX, on Windows or macOS.

07Developer

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