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Element
by Waves
An instrument by Waves, categorized as Synth.
Where to get it
- WavesThe maker Get it
Category
Formats
Runs in
Also known as
Instrument›Synth
CPUConfirmed. The category was checked against a real source.
Heavy
Takes a big share of your computer’s power while it plays. In a big session, freeze or bounce it.
13% of one core on our Mac (M2 Max): 48 kHz, a 256‑sample buffer, its default sound playing a four-note chord. October 2026.
On your own computer it will differ: Plugindex measures every plugin you own while you are away.
- AU
- VST3
- AAX
Mac and Windows.
- Ableton LiveVST3 · AU
- Logic ProAU
- Pro ToolsAAX
- FL StudioVST3 · AU
- Cubase · NuendoVST3
- Bitwig StudioVST3
- REAPERVST3 · AU
- Studio ProVST3 · AU
In each of these, Plugindex puts it on the selected track with a click or a key.
Element 2.0 Virtual Analog Synth
What it does
- Subtractive analog-style synthesizer with all controls in one window.
- Matrix modulation, plus a 16-step sequencer and arpeggiator.
- Effects suite with delay, reverb, distortion, bitcrusher, chorus and EQ.
- 429 presets, and every parameter responds to MIDI Learn.
- Runs as a plugin or as a standalone instrument.
From Waves’ page, in our words.
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