FabFilter Pro-L 2
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The facts
Each one read from FabFilter Pro-L 2's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Additional processing
- Features include dithering with three noise-shaping algorithms, an optional DC offset filter, and external side-chain triggering for stem mastering.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Bundles
- The product page lists Pro-L 2 as included in the Total, FX, and Pro bundles.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Current listed version
- The download page lists Pro-L 2 version 2.26, dated April 16, 2026.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Host requirements
- The product page lists Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, or Vista and macOS 10.13 or higher; macOS requires a 64-bit Apple Silicon or Intel processor.checked 7 Oct 2026
- iPad availability
- The product page links to Pro-L 2 on the iPad through the Apple App Store.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Limiting algorithms
- It includes eight limiting algorithms, each with its own character and purpose.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Loudness metering
- Its loudness metering supports EBU R128, ITU-R BS.1770-4, and ATSC A/85 standards.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Other processing features
- Features include an optional DC offset filter, external side-chain triggering, dithering with three noise-shaping algorithms, and adjustable look-ahead, attack, and release settings.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Oversampling
- It supports up to 32x linear-phase oversampling.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Plug-in formats
- FabFilter lists Pro-L 2 in VST, VST3, Audio Units, CLAP, AAX Native, and AudioSuite formats.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Pro-L 2 is a true-peak limiter for mixing and mastering, designed for loudness and transparent sound.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Security and compliance
- The product page names loudness-metering standards EBU R128, ITU-R BS.1770-4, and ATSC A/85; the pages reviewed provide no security or compliance certification claim.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- FabFilter offers help files, PDF manuals, FAQs, a user forum, and direct sales and technical support by email; it says it aims to answer emails within one working day.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Surround
- It supports immersive audio up to Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 with flexible surround channel linking.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Surround audio
- It supports immersive and Dolby Atmos formats up to 9.1.6, with flexible surround channel linking.checked 7 Oct 2026
- True peak
- It provides true peak limiting and precise true peak level meters.checked 7 Oct 2026
The company
- Company
- FabFilter B.V. lists its address as Keizersgracht 467, 1017 DK Amsterdam, The Netherlands; the about page does not state a founding year.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2004checked 28 Sep 2026
- Headquarters
- Amsterdam, Netherlandschecked 28 Sep 2026
Money
- Free trial
- FabFilter says downloads are fully functional 30-day trial versions that can be unlocked with a license key after the evaluation period.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Trial
- FabFilter says its downloads are fully functional 30-day trial versions that can be unlocked with a license key after the evaluation period.checked 7 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- macOS requirements
- The listed macOS requirement is macOS 10.13 or higher on a 64-bit Apple Silicon or Intel processor, with a compatible plug-in host or Pro Tools.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Windows requirements
- The listed Windows requirements are Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, or Vista, in 32-bit or 64-bit, with a compatible plug-in host or Pro Tools.checked 7 Oct 2026
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