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LoudMax
by Thomas Mundt · Look-ahead brickwall limiter
Simple, transparent free limiter. Two sliders like L2.
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TDR Limiter 6 GE
by Tokyo Dawn Labs · Multi-stage limiter
Multi-stage limiter with a clipper and peak stage. More control than L2.
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Free Clip
by Venn Audio · Multi-curve clipper
Clip before the limiter for extra loudness.
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