Center is a stereo width plugin from Waves that separates the center phantom channel from the sides so each can be processed on its own.
Center at a glance
| Developer | Waves |
|---|---|
| Type | Effects / Stereo Width |
| Formats | VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 10 or later, macOS |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €42.64 (regular €110.67) |
What Center does
The plugin splits a stereo mix into a center channel and side channels, which lets a mix engineer change the level of a vocal or other centered element without touching the rest of the image. Center can also widen the stereo imaging of stereo pads and other sounds that sit in the center of a mix, opening up space around them.
Its controls are aimed at finished material, so it can narrow low frequencies for vinyl mastering or adjust the vocal in an already mixed track when the original multitracks are not available.
Key features
- Center and side separation. The stereo signal is divided into a center phantom channel and sides, so each part can be adjusted separately.
- Vocal level adjustment. The level of centered material such as vocals can be changed in an already mixed track.
- Stereo widening. The sides can be widened to add impact and clarity to pads and sounds mixed in the center.
- Low frequency narrowing. Low frequencies can be narrowed, a use the developer lists for vinyl mastering.
- Remix and mastering use. The plugin is meant for remixing old mixes when the original multitracks are not around, and for fine-tuning remix tracks during mastering.
Compatibility
The plugin is listed as VST2, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS, with a minimum of Windows 10.
Plugins similar to Center
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Center | Waves | Stereo Width | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €42.64 (regular €110.67) |
| CenterOne 3 | Leapwing Audio | Stereo Width | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €165.61 (regular €237.01) |
| dime[ms] | time off audio | Stereo Width | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €28.76 |
| PSP StereoController2 | PSP Audioware | Stereo Width | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €98.18 |
| MCenter | MeldaProduction | Stereo Width | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €48.59 |
Price and availability
Center was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €42.64, reduced from €110.67. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
Center FAQ
Where can I download Center by Waves crack for free?
Center by Waves circulates as a crack, keygen and serial key package in torrent and magnet link form, with the Windows build packed as a repack.
Which formats does Waves Center support?
Center is listed as VST2, AU and AAX, and the minimum operating system for Windows is Windows 10.