Waves Curves AQ
Waves Curves AQ is an EQ plugin that analyzes audio and builds five tailored EQ curves.
What Waves Curves AQ is
Waves Curves AQ is an EQ plugin that analyzes audio and builds five tailored EQ curves. You can choose from five adjustable spectral targets, then use static EQ, dynamic EQ, or both together. MixSense uses sidechain audio to adapt processing and make space for other tracks. Controls include Smart Tilt, curve Offset, four frequency anchors, and boost or cut adjustment globally or by band. A zero-latency live version is included. The plugin page lists support for Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, FL Studio, REAPER, and Studio One, with VST3, Audio Units, and AAX formats. It runs on Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11, and macOS Sonoma 14 or later; listed requirements include 16 GB RAM and 30 GB free disk space. Waves Creative Access offers a seven-day free period, and Waves Ultimate subscriptions include Curves AQ.
Good
- Creates five EQ curves from audio analysis
- Five adjustable spectral targets
- Static and dynamic EQ modes
- MixSense adapts processing using sidechain audio
- Zero-latency live version included
Watch out
- No free plan
- Requires 16 GB RAM and 30 GB free disk space
- Current listed requirements specify Windows 10/11 or macOS Sonoma 14+
Who it suits
Curves AQ suits audio producers seeking automatic EQ shaping with adjustable spectral targets and static or dynamic processing. It may also fit users who need a zero-latency live version or sidechain-adaptive processing.
Verdict
Curves AQ combines audio analysis with five adjustable EQ targets and both static and dynamic processing options. Check its system requirements and price before choosing it.
Plans and prices
From Waves Curves AQ's own pricing page, checked 22 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Perpetual license | Priced on request | Curves AQ plugin · Curves AQ LIVE included |
| Waves Ultimate monthly subscription | $24.99 a month | Over 240 plugins · includes Curves AQ · Monthly subscription |
| Waves Ultimate annual subscription | $249.99 a year | Over 240 plugins · includes Curves AQ · Annual subscription |
The facts
Each one read from Waves Curves AQ's own pages, with the date it was checked.
The company
- Company
- Waves was founded in 1992, and its contact page lists its Israel office in Tel Aviv.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Founded
- 1992checked 28 Sep 2026
- Headquarters
- Tel Aviv, Israelchecked 28 Sep 2026
What it does
- Controls
- Features include Smart Tilt, curve Offset, four frequency anchors, and global or per-band boost and cut adjustment.checked 29 Sep 2026
- DAW integrations
- The plugin page lists support for major audio hosts including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Nuendo, FL Studio, REAPER, and Studio One.checked 29 Sep 2026
- EQ modes
- Users can combine static and dynamic EQ processing or use either mode on its own.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Live version
- Curves AQ includes a zero-latency live version.checked 29 Sep 2026
- MixSense
- MixSense uses sidechain audio to adapt processing and make room for other tracks in the mix.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Processor limits
- The current requirements specify Intel CPUs at generation 5 or later with AVX for Curves AQ; Apple Silicon native support is listed in Waves V17 release notes.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Purpose
- Curves AQ is an autonomous EQ plugin that analyzes audio and creates five tailored EQ curves.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Spectral targets
- The plugin offers five spectral targets that users can adjust as EQ destinations.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Support
- Waves provides technical support tickets, while phone support is reserved for customers with active Creative Access subscriptions or current Waves Update Plan coverage.checked 29 Sep 2026
- System requirements
- The listed current requirements include Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11, or macOS Sonoma 14 or later, with 16 GB RAM and 30 GB free disk space.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Updates and installation
- Waves Central is Waves’ installer and activation manager, with downloads available for Mac and Windows.checked 29 Sep 2026
Money
- Trial
- Waves Creative Access offers a seven-day free period, and the product page lists Curves AQ among products included in Waves Ultimate.checked 29 Sep 2026
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