TonalBrain
TonalBrain is an AI audio plugin that analyzes multitrack sessions for masking, dynamic collisions, and balance issues, then generates mixing settings.
What TonalBrain is
TonalBrain is an AI audio plugin that analyzes multitrack sessions for masking, dynamic collisions, and balance issues, then generates mixing settings. A run supports up to 24 tracks, and each project can have up to four section snapshots for analyzing different song sections. The plugin applies EQ and compression across tracks, with optional de-essing, stereo width, sidechain and optical compression, tape saturation, and harmonic excitation. Users can edit, remove, or reorder modules. Each analysis becomes a preset, and switching presets updates every track together. TonalBrain is available as VST3, AU, and AAX for compatible DAWs, including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, and Studio One. It supports macOS 10.15 or later, including native Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3, and 64-bit Windows 10 or 11. Raw audio stays on the user's machine, while spectral analysis data is sent to servers to calculate settings.
Good
- Analyzes sessions of up to 24 tracks
- Supports up to four section snapshots per project
- Mixing modules can be edited, removed, or reordered
- Works as VST3, AU, and AAX
- Credits never expire
Watch out
- Not intended for stereo full-mix mastering
- Spectral analysis data is sent to servers
- No free trial is listed
- Requires macOS 10.15 or later or 64-bit Windows 10 or 11
Who it suits
It suits people mixing multitrack sessions or stem groups in compatible DAWs. The maker recommends a dedicated mastering tool for stereo full mixes instead.
Verdict
TonalBrain generates track-level mixing settings and offers several editable processing modules for multitrack work. Its 24-track limit and guidance against stereo mastering are important constraints to consider.
Plans and prices
From TonalBrain's own pricing page, checked 3 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $9, paid once | 50 credits · $0.18/credit · 1 credit per analysis run · Up to 24 tracks per run · Credits never expire · Mac & Windows · One-time purchase |
| Creator | $25, paid once | 200 credits · $0.13/credit · 1 credit per analysis run · Up to 24 tracks per run · Credits never expire · Mac & Windows · One-time purchase |
| Studio | $59, paid once | 600 credits · $0.10/credit · 1 credit per analysis run · Up to 24 tracks per run · Credits never expire · Mac & Windows · One-time purchase |
The facts
Each one read from TonalBrain's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- A/B presets
- Each analysis run is saved as a preset, and switching presets updates every track at once.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Account and payment security
- The privacy policy says account data is stored by Supabase encrypted at rest and Stripe processes payments without TonalBrain storing complete card details.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Audio privacy
- The maker says raw audio stays on the user's machine; spectral analysis data is sent to its servers to calculate mix settings, and it says it does not store or share audio content or analysis data beyond processing the request.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Data safeguards
- The privacy policy lists encryption in transit and at rest, secure authentication, regular security reviews and updates, and access controls for authorized personnel.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Not intended for mastering
- The maker recommends individual multitrack sessions or stem groups and recommends a dedicated mastering tool for stereo full mixes.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Plugin formats and DAWs
- It is available as VST3, AU, and AAX for compatible DAWs including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Cubase, Reaper, and Studio One.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Processing
- The plugin applies EQ and compression on every track, and can add de-essing, stereo width, sidechain and optical compression, tape saturation, and harmonic excitation; modules are editable, removable, and reorderable.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Section snapshots
- Users can save up to 4 section snapshots per project for analysis across different song sections.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- Support is handled by email, and the contact page says response time is usually within a few hours.checked 3 Oct 2026
- System requirements
- The plugin supports macOS 10.15 or later, including native Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3, and 64-bit Windows 10 or 11.checked 3 Oct 2026
- Track capacity
- The maker says a run supports up to 24 tracks.checked 3 Oct 2026
- What it does
- TonalBrain is an AI audio plugin that analyzes multitrack sessions to identify masking, dynamic collisions, and balance issues, then generates mixing settings.checked 3 Oct 2026
The company
- Headquarters
- Montréal, Quebec, Canadachecked 28 Sep 2026
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