Lurssen Mastering Console is a mastering processing chain from IK Multimedia, built around a workflow developed with Gavin Lurssen and Reuben Cohen of Lurssen Mastering.
Lurssen Mastering Console at a glance
| Developer | IK Multimedia |
|---|---|
| Type | Effects / Mastering |
| Formats | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS 10.15 or later |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| RAM | 4 GB or more |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €118.99 |
What Lurssen Mastering Console does
The plugin emulates a complete mastering signal chain: tube equalizers, solid state equalizers, limiters, de-essers and solid state compressors, with the interactions between the individual processors modeled on the studio’s actual chain. Its 40 pre-made Styles are built from settings the Lurssen team used with their gear, and each Style can be tailored to the material. Three displays split the work: Studio view for controls, Wave view for the waveform, and Chain view for the individual processors.
The Input Drive knob sets how hard the signal enters the chain, and a linkable Input Drive control can adjust stereo balance. Input and Process meters are assignable, and stereo and mono monitoring are both available. DSP processing runs at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, and every parameter takes full automation. The Digital Delivery Mastering (DDM) feature checks that masters conform to Apple’s Mastered for iTunes specifications.
Key features
- Chain view. Chain view shows each processor in the Lurssen-derived chain individually, so the order of tube equalizers, solid state equalizers, limiters, de-essers and compressors can be followed.
- Styles. Forty pre-made Styles hold settings based on the Lurssen team’s gear, and each one can be adjusted to suit the material.
- Input Drive and linked balance. The Input Drive knob sets input level into the chain, and its linkable control makes stereo balance adjustments.
- PUSH knob. PUSH applies a uniform EQ adjustment to selected song passages.
- Metering and monitoring. Input and Process VU metering can be assigned, and stereo or mono monitoring can be selected.
Use cases
- Mastering a finished mix. Producers load a mix into the chain, choose a Style and adjust Input Drive and PUSH to shape the master.
- Preparing Apple delivery. The DDM feature checks that the master conforms to Apple’s Mastered for iTunes specifications before delivery.
Who it is for
Mix and mastering engineers working on stereo masters, and producers who want the Lurssen-based chain and its Styles inside a DAW session.
Lurssen Mastering Console compared with similar plugins
LANDR Mastering Plugin SE and PRO are both from LANDR, in VST3, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS. Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain from Waves is an effects/mastering plugin in VST2, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS, without a VST3 build.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lurssen Mastering Console | IK Multimedia | Mastering | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €118.99 |
| Mastering Console V2 | Safari Audio | Mastering | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €78.34 |
| LANDR Mastering Plugin SE | LANDR | Mastering | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €213.01 |
| LANDR Mastering Plugin PRO | LANDR | Mastering | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €320.11 |
| Abbey Road TG Mastering Chain | Waves | Mastering | VST2, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €37.69 (regular €165.41) |
Price and availability
Lurssen Mastering Console was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €118.99. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
Lurssen Mastering Console FAQ
Where can I download Lurssen Mastering Console crack for free?
The desktop build is the one most often offered as a crack or repack, usually as .rar or .iso, and the macOS version as a .dmg crack.
Is there a working serial key or keygen for Lurssen Mastering Console?
A working serial is the string most often typed beside the plugin name, and keygen and activation key searches follow the same pattern.
Is Lurssen Mastering Console available as a torrent or magnet link?
The VST3, AU and AAX builds are the ones most often shared as torrent and magnet link releases, along with the Windows x64 crack and x86 crack variants.
Which formats does Lurssen Mastering Console support?
The desktop plugin is available as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX.