MCompare is a referencing tool from MeldaProduction that switches and crossfades between a mix and reference tracks in one instance, with loudness matching built in.
MCompare at a glance
| Developer | MeldaProduction |
|---|---|
| Type | Studio Tools / Referencing Tools |
| Formats | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 8 or later, macOS 10.14 or later |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Free trial | Available |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €58.51 |
What MCompare does
The plugin is designed around comparing a mix against commercial reference tracks, a task the developer calls essential to every mixing session. One button quickly crossfades between the current track and whichever reference track is chosen, and a second button selects a different track.
Automatic loudness matching is the central feature. The developer’s point is that louder material tends to be heard as better, so MCompare makes the reference tracks match the loudness of the track being mixed before comparison. It also compensates for any latency introduced by the chain, so a master can be compared with its dry mix starters without the processing delay shifting the result. The developer describes the purpose as checking spectral and spatial balance that the ears may otherwise misjudge, and as surfacing acoustic errors hidden under a loud wall of sound. Everything runs as a single instance, with each control one click away.
Key features
- One-click track switching. A single button crossfades between the current track and the chosen reference, and a second button selects a different reference track.
- Automatic loudness matching. Reference tracks are adjusted to match the loudness of the track being mixed, so comparisons are made at equal level.
- Latency compensation. The developer states that latency introduced by the processing chain is compensated, allowing a master to be compared with its dry mix starters.
- Master chain comparison. The plugin compares a master across multiple stages of its chain, showing how each stage changes the result.
- Single-instance layout. All functions sit in one instance, where every control is one click away.
Compatibility
MCompare is available as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX for Windows 8 and macOS 10.14 and later in 64-bit builds, with native Apple Silicon support listed. A trial version is available.
Who it is for
The plugin suits mix engineers and mastering engineers who compare their work with commercial reference tracks and want loudness matched automatically, so differences in balance are judged on their merits rather than on level.
MCompare compared with similar plugins
ListenHub from Sonnox is also a studio referencing tool, but it is listed as VST3, AU, AAX and Standalone for macOS only.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCompare | MeldaProduction | Referencing Tools | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €58.51 |
| ListenHub | Sonnox | Referencing Tools | VST3, AU, AAX, Standalone | macOS | €84.29 |
Price and availability
MCompare was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €58.51. A free trial is offered. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
MCompare FAQ
Where can I download MCompare crack for free?
The release is circulated as a cracked copy, and a working serial and keygen are the strings most often searched alongside it.
Is there a working serial key or keygen for MCompare?
Searches for MCompare pair the name with serial key and keygen, and a repacked full release is typically offered as .rar or .iso.
Is MCompare available as a torrent or magnet link?
Copies of MCompare circulate as a torrent or magnet link, and the Windows and macOS builds are packed as VST crack, AU crack or AAX crack.
Does MCompare run on Apple Silicon Macs?
Yes. The developer lists native support for Apple Silicon, on macOS 10.14 or later.
Is a trial version of MCompare available?
Yes. A trial version is available, so the comparison workflow can be tested in a session first.