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Softube Weiss DS1-MK3

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Spec score 7.7 #18 of 33 in Audio Mastering Software

Spec sheet

Purpose
A mastering plug-in for compression, limiting, and de-essing, based on the Weiss DS1-MK3 hardware.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Headquarters
Linköping, SwedenRead 28 Sep 2026 · softube.com
Company
Softube says it is based in Linköping, Sweden, and traces its start to 2003.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Accounts and internet
Installation and licensing require a Softube account, an iLok account, and internet access for downloading installers and managing licenses.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Code port
Softube says the plug-in is a line-by-line code port of the original hardware, developed with Weiss Engineering.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
DAW formats
It requires a DAW host compatible with AU, VST, VST3, and/or AAX plug-in formats.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Included plug-ins
The DS1-MK3 collection includes DS1-MK3, MM-1 Mastering Maximizer, Compressor/Limiter, and Deess.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Licensing
The product is officially licensed and endorsed by Daniel Weiss.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Limiter modes
It includes the original DS1 limiter plus Type 1 for high RMS values and Type 2 for true-peak limiting.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Platform requirements
The product page lists macOS Sonoma 14, Sequoia 15, Tahoe 26, Windows 10 (64-bit), and Windows 11.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Presets and instances
The product page lists presets from mastering engineer Bob Katz and says users can run multiple instances on the same mix.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Support and returns
Softube lists tech support and states that web-store software is covered by a 14-day no-questions-asked refund policy.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Trial and activations
The product page lists a 20-day trial and three activations.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com
Waveform view
Waveform view displays how compression levels affect the waveform over time.Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com

Plans and prices

Weiss DS1-MK3 €549, paid once One-time purchase; page also lists upgrade pricing after sign-in. Three activations · Requires Softube and iLok accounts · Compatible DAW host required Read 9 Oct 2026 · softube.com

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