Press Quotes

FabFilter Pro-DS

"FabFilter Pro-DS sounds very natural. Verdict: 10/10!"
(December 2012, p95)

"We were recently given a song with plenty of sibilance to master, and FabFilter Pro-DS handled it brilliantly. Verdict: 10/10!"
(December 2012, p95)

"Incredibly easy to use, great visual feedback. Verdict: 10/10!"
(December 2012, p95)

"FabFilter Pro-DS is up there with the best, and has by far the best user interface of any I've tried."
(January 2013, p150)

"When I tried it [FabFilter Pro-DS] on a female vocal that needed just a little taming, it gave the most natural results of any plug-in I had available."
(January 2013, p150)

"[FabFilter Pro-DS is] one of those plug-ins you can treat as set-and-forget, doing its job as invisibly as anything I've encountered."
(January 2013, p150)

"The visual feedback you get from FabFilter Pro-DS is far better than any competing product I know of, and makes it an absolute pleasure to use."
(January 2013, p150)

"De-essing with FabFilter Pro-DS is simplicity itself."
(January 2013, p150)

"Anybody who regularly deals with vocals certainly won't regret investing in it [FabFilter Pro-DS]. Verdict: 10/10!"
(CM187, p96)

"You only need to throw the plug-in [FabFilter Pro-DS] across a vocal channel or your master output and dial in some settings to hear the algorithms work perfectly. Verdict: 10/10!"
(CM187, p96)

"If you need a de-esser, you'll sssstruggle to find better than FabFilter's utterly comprehensive solution [Pro-DS]. Verdict: 10/10!"
(CM187, p96)

"[FabFilter Pro-DS] sets a new standard in terms of power. Verdict: 10/10!"
(CM187, p96)

"[FabFilter Pro-DS] was the simplest purchase ever. In the first minute of demo I realized that it is in a league of its own. It stomps all over every other software or hardware de-esser. I mean I could say it sounds like automating esses and you set it up in a second. Real timesaver!"
(October 2012)

"As always, [with FabFilter Pro-DS] FabFilter coupled a beautiful and functional GUI that is laid out perfectly with excellent visual feedback."
(October 2012)

"Just tried [FabFilter Pro-DS] for two minutes on a siblant mix I had laying around and the results were astonishingly good. This is a definite buy."
(October 2012)

"[FabFilter Pro-DS] is really top-notch, I can't really hear it mess with the source material whatsoever. Did a quick comparison with some other stuff, and there isn't even a contest."
(October 2012)

"Very impressed by the quality [of FabFilter Pro-DS] after trying the demo. I can't remember if I ever heard such a good de-esser. Just listen how it does its job also on full mixes without affecting anything else."
(October 2012)

"[FabFilter Pro-DS] isn't your average de esser... this does some critical work as opposed to other plug-ins. Completely different beast and WAY worth the price. FabFilter keeps knocking it outta the park!"
(October 2012)

"I used [FabFilter Pro-DS] last night on (ironically) one of the most sibilant vocals I ever had to edit (I did not record it) and this plug smoothed it out instantly."
(October 2012)

"I tried the demo [of FabFilter Pro-DS]. Amazing and worth every penny. First de-esser I've tried that doesn't have a 'de-esser sound'. Totally transparent, and Single Vocal mode does great job finding the esses and leaving all the rest untouched!"
(October 2012)

FabFilter Saturn

"This is a terrific plug-in for both sound design and adding grit and girth to [...] instruments and drums."
(June 2012)

"For overall distortion and sound design, FabFilter Saturn is highly recommended!"
(June 2012)

"No matter what type of distortion you go for with [FabFilter] Saturn, it always maintains a creamy and 'producer' sound."
(June 2012)

"Despite all its power, [FabFilter] Saturn couldn't be easier or more fun to use."
(July 2012)

"The quality of the algorithms [in FabFilter Saturn] is palpable: the amps, tubes and tape types feel suitably 'real' but more sonically interesting than most, and the movement and 'funk' that can be imposed on them is nothing short of dazzling."
(July 2012)

"Even as a single-band unit, Saturn does a stunning job of saturating and distorting any source thrown at it."
(July 2012)

"Just using the basic controls and distortion types, [FabFilter] Saturn puts in an incredible performance."
(July 2012)

"We tested FabFilter Saturn on a wide range of material, from dance kick drums to pianos and vocals, and we were gobsmacked by the number of applications that we found for it!"
(July 2012)

"Saturn is FabFilter's most essential efforts yet - and considering the rest of their range, that's really saying something."
(July 2012)

"We can't imagine being without [FabFilter Saturn]."
(July 2012)

"From de-essing to exciting, transient shaping to adding grit, stero widening to multiband compression and much more, Saturn does it all, and exceptionally well."
(July 2012)

"After a few moments with FabFilter Saturn, you realize that it's so much more than just a mixing processor."
(July 2012)

FabFilter Pro-G

"FabFilter's slick, innovative interfaces make FabFilter Pro-G a joy to use, [...]. For pros and beginners alike, Pro-G is a superb tool!"
(July 2011)

FabFilter Pro-L

"Like everything from FabFilter, [Pro-L's interface] is simply gorgeous"
(March 2011)

"[FabFilter Pro-L is] an amazing sounding plug-in that's easy to use but offers professional results. Verdict: 10/10!"
(March 2011)

"FabFilter Pro-L is another Triumph for FabFilter: easy to use and with valuable visible feedback to help you understand both how to use it and how your changes are affecting the signal. Verdict: 10/10!"
(March 2011)

"I must say that I am very impressed at what Fabfilter Pro-L has to offer. It can go further then what I have experienced with other limiters and it offers a great variety of options in terms of actual limiting and sounds plain great!"
(January 2011)

"[FabFilter Pro-L] (...) is a very special dynamics processor that's suitable for just about any type of music. Verdict: 10/10!"
(January 2011)

"As for sound quality, [FabFilter] Pro-L is everything you could hope for in a limiter. It's transparent when you want it to be, and it goes as loud as any other limiter we've used. Verdict: 10/10!"
(January 2011)

"[FabFilter Pro-L offers] a slick, visual twist on brickwall limiting, with famously fantastic FabFilter sound quality to back it up. Verdict: 10/10!"
(January 2011)

FabFilter Pro-Q

"FabFilter has taken precision to a whole new level with Pro-Q"
(Oktober 2010)

"FabFilter Pro-Q is most excellent and will be the most used EQ in any arsenal."
(Oktober 2010)

"Pro-Q is one of the best-sounding EQ plug-ins I've heard to date, especially when used on acoustic instruments."
(August 2010)

"The sound [of Pro-Q] is pristine and precise yet decidedly analog-like in its sweetness and dimension."
(August 2010)

"[Pro-Q is] in a similar bracket to some of Waves' EQs, it sounds at least as good, but it looks a lot nicer, has more options and is more intuitive."
(March 2010)

"[Pro-Q is] a brilliantly designed, gorgeous-sounding EQ plug-in that will quickly become a staple of your music production process. Verdict: 10/10!"
(March 2010)

"Crucially, [Pro-Q] sounds gorgeous. Getting instant control over your EQ is a breeze, and sweetening or taming any track is practically effortless."
(March 2010)

"Not only is [Pro-Q's] interface slick, smooth and a joy to use, it actually makes you feel like using it because it's so straightforward."
(March 2010)

"[Pro-Q is] really smooth and it's replete with clever, thoughtful little nuances to help you out."
(March 2010)

"Pro-Q looks deceptively basic at first, but its smooth and uncluttered interface conceals a powerful feature set."
(March 2010)

"With its spot-on sound and wonderful interface, Pro-Q is up there with the best EQs money can buy. Verdict: 9/10!"
(February 2010)

"Not only is [Pro-Q's interface] crystal clear, but it offers tremendous levels of control."
(February 2010)

"In a review full of positives, there is one element of Pro-Q that really stands out, and that is its interface."
(February 2010)

"[If] you're in the market for a great-sounding EQ with a superb interface, you won't want to miss this gem."
(February 2010)

"[Pro-Q's] awesome interface makes it more practical and effortless to use than pretty much any EQ we've tried."
(February 2010)

"The range of modes and great sound make [Pro-Q] ideal for jobs requiring great fidelity, such as mastering and acoustic instrument processing."
(February 2010)

"Pro-Q can work in mono, stereo or mid/side modes, and FabFilter's novel implementation is characteristically slick [...]"
(February 2010)

"From the uncluttered interface and easily legible typefaces to the neat colour contrasts and smooth edges, Pro-Q is visually clear and radiates solid reliability."
(February 2010)

FabFilter Timeless 2

"If there's a delay-shaped hole in your plug-in folder, then you should find that Timeless 2 is a perfect fit. Verdict: 10/10!"
(Issue 142, p94)

"The more we threw at it, the more ideas it threw back, and we found ourselves whiling away for hours, enthralled by what we were hearing."
(Issue 142, p94)

"Besides being incredibly versatile, it is also easy to operate. Just do yourself a favor and go check the demo. I am pretty sure you will be impressed with what it can do!"
(Timeless 2 Review)

" I loved it from the minute I checked the presets! Chorus & flange, reverb, fx, resonaters, rhythmic effects, and tons more. From basic delays to crazy weird fx, it’s all there."
(Timeless 2 Review)

"Timeless 2 is not only a versatile tool but a fun one, too. MusicRadar rating: 5 of 5 stars!"
(Timeless 2 Review)

FabFilter Timeless

"If you only get one delay plugin, it's hard to beat Timeless. It does everything you'd expect from a regular delay, but it can also be pushed into places you'd never expect a delay to go."
(Timeless Review)

"...the modulation capabilities on Timeless are far beyond most delays..."
(Timeless Review)

"[FabFilter Timeless] is not your average delay with only a handful of different sounds. This is a delay designer, and it can do things you'd never expect from a delay plugin, ..."
(Timeless Review)

"Even if you've got a truckload of modulation and echo plug-ins, this [FabFilter Timeless] is the one to be tried."
(FM185, p90)

"Not only does it [FabFilter Timeless] sound first class, but it's also a joy to use and is packed with cool little touches..."
(FM185, p90)

"[FabFilter] Timeless isn't 'just' a delay plug-in, it's a versatile sound design toolbox built to give any producer a fresh, time/pitch-shifting angle on delay, phasing, chorus, filtering and even reverb."
(FM185, p90)

"... [the filters in Timeless] sound just as incredible as their dedicated stablemates, with the harder characteristic settings adding bite to any signal, and the softer ones sounding smooth and musical."
(FM185, p90)

"... to call it [FabFilter Timeless] a delay is like describing Buckingham Palace as a house."
(FM185, p89)

"FabFilter's thing is analogue modelling, old school authenticity and top-notch sound quality, and that's why a delay unit from their labs is considerably more intriguing than it would be from most other developers."
(FM185, p89)

"... [FabFilter] Timeless is worth every krona. The plug is without a doubt the king of delays and will help you take your music in very unexpected ways."
(January 2007, p69)

"Timeless is a grand slam of a delay, and one that enables you to transform a signal into something entirely new and potentially unrecognisable."
(CM109, p89)

"Beautiful sounds, silky smooth looks... We're in love already!"
(CM108, p18)

FabFilter Twin 2

"FabFilter Twin 2 is one of the best virtual analoges we've heard so far, and at this price point it's well worth the investment!"
(CM138, page 107)

"The synth [FabFilter Twin 2] is great fun to program and play thanks to its suberb sound and comprehensive modulation system."
(CM138, page 107)

"I can imagine that a lot of school programs will find FabFilter Twin 2 to be a very useful instrument for teaching synthesis."
(April 14th, 2009)

"... the beauty of the instrument [FabFilter Twin 2] emerges immediately and strikingly when it's heard in context alongside other instruments in a mix."
(April 14th, 2009)

"FabFilter Twin 2's visual presentation shifts constantly [...], exposing and highlighting its workings intelligently in response to the user's need. I am sure that no one reading this has another instrument in their kit that behaves visually like FabFilter Twin!"
(April 14th, 2009)

"When applied to everyday use, the Twin 2 reveals itself to be a great addition to anyone’s set of soft-synths."

"Twin 2 is the perfect virtual analog synthesizer. It topples almost everything in its class, hardware or software. [...] It has the style, the sound, the features, the ease of use, the presets (of which there are tons!), and the service behind it that is simply amazing. "

"The new GUI design [for FabFilter Twin 2] is simply amazing. While unique, it is not more complicated by the newness, but rather, they have continued to take interface interaction to a whole new level."

"[FabFilter Twin 2] is the software instrument equivalent of The Empire Strikes Back. That one rare instance where the sequel is better than the original by leaps and bounds."

FabFilter Twin

"[FabFilter Twin] is a serious instrument that demands your attention and is sure to catch the ears of your listeners. Recommended."
(CM100, p91)

"Twin's sonic quality is a cut above nearly everthing in its class, and the ease with which it can be programmed means it will be as useful to the beginner as it will to the seasoned synthesist."
(CM100, p91)

"FabFilter have set a new standard for mod routings. [...] It's a clean, efficient and powerful system."
(CM100, p91)

"[Twin's] filters sound fantastic, and run the sonic gamut from smooth to raw. Like the best vintage filters, they can be driven into self-oscillation."
(CM100, p91)

"FabFilter have won a lot of acclaim for the quality of their filters, and Twin gives you two of them."
(CM100, p91)

"[Twin] has everything that makes One so special, but adds a host of new features (not least of which is probably the best modulation routing system we've ever seen)."
(CM100, p90)

"[...] the more than 500 presets [in Twin] should satisfy producers of all electronic genres."
(Vol.8 No.4)

"[Twin's] mod matrix slot levels can also be cross-modulated, creating enormous tonal complexity."
(Vol.8 No.4)

"What's really cool, though, is the ability to set up source and destination routings in [Twin's] mod matrix by clicking on and dragging any modulation source to any target."
(Vol.8 No.4)

"Smooth isn't a strong enough word to describe [Twin's] filters; they're some of the best analog models I've ever heard."
(Vol.8 No.4)

"Twin is the next logical step up from One, boasting two oscillators, two filters and a few totally new goodies, including quite possibly the most intuitive modulation system ever committed to code."
(FM172, p47)

"FabFilter Twin is straight-up virtual analogue synthesis done right, and a definite keeper."
(FM172, p47)

"Twin is an essential buy for any serious synth-head."
(FM172, p47)

"FabFilter's Smart Parameter Interpolation ensures that there's no aliasing at all, even when parameters are adjusted with a 128-step MIDI controller."
(FM172, p47)

"As expected [FabFilter Twin's] oscillators and filters are smooth, powerful and fast - whether you're patching a ballsy bass sound, a blazing lead, an undulating pad or a cinematic effect, the sound is never less than gloriously analogue."
(FM172, p47)

"This superb system [in FabFilter Twin] creates an endless playground of modulation and cross-modulation that never gets in the way of your creativity."
(FM172, p47)

"Twin's modulation set-up is ingenious in both its simplicity and power."
(FM172, p47)

FabFilter Volcano 2

"I think I can be brief here. Volcano 2 is just fabulous. It has become my go-to filter plug-in within days after I started using it. And yes, I’m using it for a lot more things than filtering."

"Often software companies choose for either sound quality or quantity of features, but FabFilter Volcano 2 combines both."
(Sept 2008, p45)

"With a stonking sound and incredible flexibility, Volcano 2 is a must for anyone seeking a characterful all-in-one filter solution"
(Summer 2008, p99)

"... with FabFilter's famously tasty filters under the hood, the sound [of Fabfilter Volcano 2] is as slick as the graphics"
(Summer 2008, p99)

"Volcano's interface works beautifully, making it snap to create anything from simple roll-offs to complex rhythmic effects and textures."
(Summer 2008, p99)

"There are a plethora of possibilities, and the sidechaining, combined with Volcano 2's mid-side processing abilities, makes it one of the most flexible plug-ins around"
(Summer 2008, p99)

"You'll erupt with pleasure when you check out this amazingly flexible effect [FabFilter Volcano]"
(Summer 2008, p37)

FabFilter Volcano

"[FabFilter Volcano Verdict:] A beautiful sounding filter without the feature-laden excesses of its rivals."
(FM167, p50)

"The combination of a powerful sound and ease-of-use makes Volcano unique."
(FM167, p50)

"No matter how hard you push [FabFilter Volcano], there are no noticeable artefacts of any sort, and the self-oscillation sounds so real and pure that at times it's hard to believe it isn't coming from a piece of hardware."
(FM167, p50)

"[FabFilter Volcano] shares the same to-the-point functionality [as FabFilter One], solid but simple concept and genuine analogue sound, and is a joy to use."
(FM167, p50)

"I love Volcano's GUI and found it uncannily easy to morph on the fly using the drag-and-pull overlapping filters display window."
(September 2005)

"[FabFilter Volcano's] richness and tonal contour sound distinctively hybrid ? not modeled after any specific filter type ? and the Smart Parameter Interpolation technology made good on its guarantee of no click or pop annoyances during extreme tweaks."
(September 2005)

"Besides [FabFilter Volcano] being one of the smoothest and richest-sounding pairs of filters on its own, when in combination mode, the filters interplay with such musical-sounding results that it's easy to forget you're dealing with a mere filter plug-in, not some monster modular synth."
(September 2005)

"House-style sweeps are a piece of cake, and the modulation possibilities make it easy to create extreme burbles and squelches [in FabFilter Volcano]."
(July 2005, p216)

"Clever technology and a back-to-basics interface make Volcano a hit."
(September 2005, p99)

"[...] For total smoothness, analogue warmth, and screaming self-oscillation, you'll struggle to find better than Volcano."
(September 2005, p99)

"[FabFilter Volcano is] very different from the competition, being remarkably smooth but also capable of some serious sonic mangling."
(September 2005, p99)

"The technology behind FabFilter's filter algorithm is impressive, and the six refined filter algorithms in Volcano are testament to the developers' eye for detail."
(September 2005, p99)

"[FabFilter Volcano is] a slick and full-sounding effect which will keep you busy for weeks. You won't regret trying this one out for yourself..."
(July 2005, p216)

FabFilter Pro-C

"Both the sound and design are a proof of FabFilter's love for detail."
(April 2010)

"I would recommend the Pro-C to anyone who is looking for an all-round compressor."

"If the Holy Grail of software compression is that obscure thickness and warmth that we all crave, then we'd better get on the phone to Indiana Jones, because Pro-C is a strong contender!"
(Nov 2007, p92)

"It's fair to say that whether you're a compression freshman or a professor of pump, you'll surely give Pro-C full marks."
(Nov 2007, p92)

"[Pro-C's] smart level display [...] makes a mockery of the average compressor's simple VU meters, making using compression easier then ever."
(Nov 2007, p92)

"The Pro-C is practically faultless, being suitable for users of all levels, and able to turn its hand on any type of material. It's top class!"
(Nov 2007, p92)

FabFilter One

"One centres on a deeply impressive modelled oscillator and filter combo that stands amongst the most authentic 'analogue' ever made, due to its flawless anti-aliasing, rich sound and convincing self-oscillation."
(FM167, p50)

"[FabFilter One is] superb for analogue drum sounds, retro leads, basses and sound effects [...]."
(FM149, p67)

"FabFilter aren't exaggerating too much with their claims regarding the oscillator and filter [of FabFilter One] - thanks to the smart interpolation algorithms under the hood they really do display genuine 'analogue' fluidity and tonality."
(FM149, p67)

"[...] I found [FabFilter One] hugely entertaining, and it did take me back to basics in quite a carthartic way. This feeling is encouraged no end by the phenomenal quality of the sound."
(FM149, p67)

"[FabFilter One combines] a near perfect modelled oscillator with a distinctly serious self-oscillating analogue-style filter."
(September 2005, p99)

"FabFilter One [...] does what it sets out to do with style and polish."

"FabFilter One is for those who want a shining example of simple, soft synth design at its best [...], and for those who still don't believe that software can sound as good as hardware."
(FM149, p67)

Other reviews and testimonials

"Every man, woman, child and dog needs to know how amazing these plug-ins are! After purchasing the complete FabFilter suite, my mixes have suffered from some serious ear candy, I pride myself in buying plugins for real money, and can honestly say I haven't spent a better penny than when I purchased these plug-ins. They simply and effectively do the job they were made for! I don't think that the rest of my plug-ins are going to see the light of day for a while! 10/10 for the FabFilter Team. Can't wait for more goodies."
Ryan Bowkett (FabFilter customer)

"...FabFilter bring authentic analog characteristics to the digital realm"
(Nov 2007, p92)