Waves Audio has introduced some new plugins in the Gemstones (previously Gems) series of creative effects that help you add inspiring textures to your tracks.

Each Gemstone has just a few controls that let you quickly shape your vocals and instruments with instant gratification.

All individual Gemstone effects load from the single Gemstones plugin, for a fast and convenient workflow. Simply insert the “Waves Gemstones” plugin on your track, then choose the specific effect you want. The plugin is cloud-based: Whenever new Gemstone effects are added, click Get More within the plugin, then load the desired effect.

  • Deep Plate: Bring your tracks to life with deep, lush reverb. This plate-based ‘verb with a touch of modulation will add spacey character and rich dimension to your sound.
  • Sugar Cube: Sweeten your tracks with this inspiring chorus effect. Perfect for adding movement, width, and depth to melodic and harmonic instruments.
  • Static: This 80s/90s TV effect adds a nostalgic touch to your audio: Get that tasteful “soft-around-the-edges” sound and send your samples back in time to when music videos ruled the airwaves.
  • Ripples: This lo-fi beauty will help you add a vintage feel to any audio, with gentle pitch fluctuations sending subtle ripples of nostalgia through your tracks.

Available in Waves Creative Access subscriptions, the new effects are added to the 10 effects already included in the Gemstones collection.

All Gemstones are included in the full Waves Ultimate subscription, while multiple Gemstones are included in Waves Essential.

More information: Waves Audio / Gemstones