Slate Digital FG-X 2
6.2#10 in audio mastering softwareFrom $199.99 a yearmacOSWindows
VisitSlate Digital FG-X 2 vs WaveLab
What both publish
| Fact | Slate Digital FG-X 2 | WaveLab |
|---|---|---|
| Intended users | Slate Digital describes FG-X 2 as suitable for beginners and seasoned studio veterans. | Steinberg describes WaveLab LE as suited to hobby musicians, home studio owners, freelancers, and podcasters. |
| Operating systems | Slate lists macOS Catalina 10.15 or later and Windows 10 or Windows 11, with 64-bit plugin hosts. | WaveLab 13 downloads are available for Windows 10 64-bit version 22H2 or newer, Windows 11 version 24H2 or newer, and macOS 14, 15, or 26. |
| Purpose | FG-X 2 is a mastering plugin designed to provide limiting and level control. | WaveLab is an audio mastering and editing suite with audio editing, audio montage, batch processing, and spectral editing tools. |
Slate Digital FG-X 2 plans
- Complete Access monthly$19.99 a month
- FG-X 2 perpetual license$149, paid once
- Complete Access annual$199.99 a year
WaveLab plans
- WaveLab LEFree
- WaveLab Elements 13$99.99, paid once
- WaveLab Pro 13$499.99, paid once
Pick Slate Digital FG-X 2 if…
FG-X 2 suits music makers who need mastering limiting and level control, whether they prefer a simpler view or access to advanced dynamics controls. It is available for 64-bit plugin hosts on macOS and Windows.
Pick WaveLab if…
WaveLab may suit audio editors, podcasters, and home studio users working on Windows or macOS. Its editions have different track and sample-rate limits, so those needs matter when choosing.