WaveLab Pro 13 Educational Edition is a mastering and audio editing plugin from Steinberg, offered in VST3 format for Windows and macOS. It adds Dolby Atmos mastering tools, multicore rendering and an updated MasterRig 2 suite.
WaveLab Pro 13 Educational Edition is Steinberg's audio mastering and editing software, provided here as an education version. It covers audio editing, mastering and Dolby Atmos work in one environment. Version 13 focuses on immersive mastering, faster rendering on complex projects, sidechain workflows and a larger Audio Montage. Steinberg describes WaveLab as a complete platform for creative audio work, and this edition is intended for users with educational status.
WaveLab Pro 13 adds a Dolby Atmos mastering workflow that Steinberg presents as intuitive and efficient for immersive productions. The Audio Montage receives more than 15 new features, including plug-in chain handling and new color and visualization options.
Tab synchronized playback allows A/B comparison of audio files and clips within the multi-tab interface, which helps when checking masters against references.
Version 13 adds VocalChain, Underwater and UltraShaper, and MasterRig 2 receives a functional and graphical update. Multicore rendering is designed to speed up complex projects.
Sidechain support simplifies ducking and rhythmic processing. Stock plug-ins support user-defined interface scaling of +25% or +50%, and waveform outlines are refined for high-resolution displays.
Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.
| Developer | Steinberg |
|---|---|
| Type | Plugin |
| Category | Mastering Suite |
| Formats | VST3 |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
The plugin is listed in VST3 format and is 64-bit. It runs on Windows and macOS.
On Windows, Windows 11 version 24H2 or higher or Windows 10 version 22H2 or higher is listed. On macOS, macOS Tahoe, Sonoma and Sequoia are listed, with Rosetta 2 for the app on Silicon Macs.
Yes. Steinberg lists a Dolby Atmos mastering workflow as a core feature of version 13.
This is the Educational Edition, which requires proof of educational status after purchase.
