Wavesfactory Re-Esser

Re-Esser

Re-Esser reimagines what a de-esser can be, it's the new evolution of vocal control. It separates sibilance from tonal, letting you shape vocals and dialogue with a precision and creativity no de-esser has ever offered.

Beyond the De-Esser

Re-Esser is the next generation of de-essing. By intelligently separating sibilance from the tonal elements of your audio, it lets you process each layer independently. You gain surgical control to tame harshness while preserving, or even enhancing, the sparkle and detail that make vocals shine.

It also does the simple things better . Re-Esser can do what the best de-essers do in a fraction of the time, just turn down the sibilance level with a single control. No thresholds, no tweaking, no guesswork. And when you’re ready to go further, it unlocks a world of possibilities that no traditional de-esser could ever offer.

This isn’t just a new tool, it’s a shift in how engineers and producers approach vocals and dialogue. Discover Re-Esser, a plugin that’s redefining the standard .

Advanced sibilance detection

Re-Esser features a cutting-edge detection system that precisely identifies and isolates sibilant content without artifacts, guesswork, or compromise. Say goodbye to manual thresholds that change from track to track: Re-Esser adapts intelligently, delivering natural, professional results every time.

This smart approach means faster workflows and pristine outcomes, whether you're working on a lead vocal or dialogue. It’s precision that simplifies your chain, accelerates your process, and enhances every mix you work on.

A World of Possibilities

Re-Esser isn’t limited to basic de-essing, though it excels at that, it’s a versatile powerhouse that opens creative doors you never knew existed. It transforms a routine corrective process into a canvas for sonic innovation.

Once you separate the signal, you’ll start seeing creative opportunities you never thought possible.

• Compress sibilance without touching the tone.
• Add reverb only to the tonal layer.
• Shift tonal pitch while keeping sibilance natural.
• Restore over-de-essed recordings.
• Boost top-end without reintroducing harshness.
• Saturate vocals without sacrificing intelligibility.
• Sculpt sibilance with EQ exactly how you want it.
• Create dreamy, characterful textures with modulation and ambience.

Dark mode

Starting with Re-Esser version 1.0.2, you can switch between the original light theme and a brand-new dark mode.

Complete vocal suite

Using the main volume knob to boost or reduce the sibilance already makes a big difference to your sound. But Re-Esser also comes with 16 high-quality studio effects that you can apply to the tonal and sibilant components independently, exponentially expanding the plugin’s sonic capabilities and turning it into a complete vocal suite.

Chorus

Stereo chorus with 4 LFO modulates voices spread in the stereo field.

Compressor

VCA compressor with auto-gain designed for versatility.

Convolution

Impulse response loader with filters, pre-delay and included IR collection.

Delay

Stereo delay with tempo sync and filters in the feedback path.

Enhancer

2-band Spectre that applies saturation just where you want it to.

EQ

Parametric graphical EQ with five bands and seven filter types.

Flanger

Stereo Flanger with feedback, stereo spread and sine/triangle waveforms.

Limiter

Brickwall limiter with lookahead funcionality for pristine results.

Lo-Fi

Sample rate reducer and bit crusher, with mix and output controls.

Phaser

Stereo phaser with a sine/triangle LFO, spread and 2 to 12 notches.

Vocal Transform

High quality effect that changes the pitch and formants independently without affecting the timing.

Reverb

Inspired by room and plate reverbs, combining best features of both.

Saturation

Toolbox with five saturation types and parameters for saturation modeling.

Stereo Tools

Utility effect that controls the volume and phase of the different channels.

Tremolo

Changes the level of your signal with an LFO. Can be a ring modulator.

Vibrato

Changes the pitch of your signal using an LFO. Can be a frequency shifter.

Use your favourite plugins

Thanks to its powerful grouping function that synchronizes detection across instances, Re-Esser also lets you use your own plug-ins in perfect synchrony, opening up endless creative possibilities beyond its built-in effects.

Built-in effects can be easily added, bypassed, removed, and rearranged in any order you like, all in the simplest way possible. Everything is just one click away, allowing you to work quickly and efficiently.

Perfect for Music and Post

Because it’s so tuned for the voice , Re-Esser works brilliantly on sung vocals. It tames sibilance without dulling the emotion, so the top end stays open and alive.

It’s just as powerful in post . Dialogue mixers can keep speech intelligible and natural, without nasty whistling S sounds or lisp-like artefacts.

Testimonials

• “I have 5 de-esser plugins, and I've now heard one that will replace all of them. I just downloaded the demo and put it on a female singer on a song I'm mixing. I had already tried several of my de-essers when I plugged in Re-Esser, and in a minute of twisting the knobs, it was fixed perfectly. I have endorsed very few things in my career, but I want to tell everyone what you guys have got here.” — Bill Schnee, Dire Straits

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Re-Esser have latency?

The amount of latency depends on the Smoothing parameter and the effects used. Re-Esser applies a short crossfade before and after each detected sibilant to ensure smooth transitions. Most modern DAWs will automatically compensate for this latency, keeping everything in sync.

What are the demo limitations?

• An audio watermark is played every 90 seconds only while the plugin is processing audio.
• Preset saving is disabled.
• Session recall of parameters is disabled.

How many computers can I install Re-Esser on?

Each Re-Esser license allows installation on up to three computers that you personally own and use. There is no need for online activation or dongles. Your license file takes care of it automatically.

Is Re-Esser using AI technology?

No. When we say smart detection , we mean carefully designed human intelligence, not artificial. Every part of Re-Esser’s detection system is the result of thoughtful DSP engineering, not machine learning.

Can I use Re-Esser on instruments?

Re-Esser is designed and optimized for vocals, where it excels at detecting and processing sibilance. However, experimentation is key. If it works for you, then go for it.

Can I use my own effects inside Re-Esser?

Here’s how it works:

• 1. Duplicate your vocal track in your DAW.
• 2. Insert Re-Esser on both tracks.
• 3. Set both instances to the same Group number.
• 4. On one instance, enable Tonal solo; on the other, enable Sibilance solo.

The detection will be synchronized between the instances, allowing you to use your favourite plugins.

What’s the difference between Re-Esser and a traditional de-esser?

Traditional de-essers simply reduce harshness by compressing the upper frequencies of the entire signal. Re-Esser goes further. It splits the vocal into two fully independent layers: Sibilant and Tonal. You can then process each part separately, blending them back together in perfect phase. This lets you not only reduce sibilance but completely reshape it.

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Product details

Enhanced workflow

Re-Esser has been designed to be easy to use. With clear delimited sections, everything is always visible without hidden panels.

2-band Spectre included

The enhancer included in the built-in effects is a stripped down version of the acclaimed plug-in Spectre, featuring low and high shelves.

Resizable

You can resize the window by stretching the bottom right corner and graphics will always be pristine since everything is drawn on the fly.

Apple Silicon

Built for the latest Apple M1 chip, and also for Intel ones. VST and AU only at the moment, AAX still on the works by Avid.

System requirements

Available formats

macOS and Windows. 64-bit only. AAX, Audio Units, VST and VST3.

Copy protection

No iLok , challenge response or any other convoluted method is needed for registering Re-Esser. You will receive a serial number at the time of the purchase.

• macOS:
• 10.9 or higher.
• Intel and M1/2/3/4 natively supported.
• 64-bit DAW and OS.
• Windows:
• 7, 8 or 10.
• 64-bit DAW and OS.