{"id":9221,"date":"2022-06-07T12:11:04","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T12:11:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/?p=9221"},"modified":"2023-06-11T17:26:36","modified_gmt":"2023-06-11T16:26:36","slug":"reaper-multiband-compressor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/reaper-multiband-compressor","title":{"rendered":"REAPER Multiband Compressor (In-Depth Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:60.714285714286%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:60.285714285714%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:27.543859649123%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:55.32319391635%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:53.571428571429%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p><strong>REAPER has a multiband compression plugin called &lsquo;ReaXcomp.&rsquo; You can use this multiband compressor to compress different frequency ranges at different levels and amounts. To use ReaXcomp, click the &lsquo;Show Track FX Window&rsquo; button on the desired track, search for ReaXcomp, and double click to insert it onto your track.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does REAPER Have A Multiband Compressor?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes using a standard compression plugin does not give you enough control over the entire frequency range of certain parts of your mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In these cases, I count my lucky stars that REAPER has a multiband compressor called &lsquo;<strong>ReaXcomp<\/strong>.&rsquo;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaXcomp-Multiband-Compressor-in-REAPER.png\" alt=\"ReaXcomp Multiband Compressor in REAPER\" class=\"wp-image-9276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaXcomp-Multiband-Compressor-in-REAPER.png 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaXcomp-Multiband-Compressor-in-REAPER-300x182.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"425\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20700%20425'%3E%3Crect%20width='700'%20height='425'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"ReaXcomp Multiband Compressor in REAPER\" class=\"wp-image-9276 eager-load\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaXcomp-Multiband-Compressor-in-REAPER.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaXcomp-Multiband-Compressor-in-REAPER.png.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaXcomp-Multiband-Compressor-in-REAPER.png.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaXcomp-Multiband-Compressor-in-REAPER-300x182.png.webp 300w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can use ReaXcomp to have dynamic control over your mix, particularly the low-end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ReaXcomp is my go-to solution for having extra compression control over different elements of my mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this in-depth guide, I&rsquo;m going to show you the REAPER multiband compressor; ReaXcomp, and how you can use it to have extra control in your mixing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What You Will Need To Follow This Tutorial<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a list of everything that you will need to follow in this tutorial:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>REAPERDAW (Digital Audio Workstation)<\/li><li>ReaXcomp (included with REAPER)<\/li><li>A mix to work on<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ReaXcomp Breakdown<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we go any further, let&rsquo;s take a look at the layout of ReaXcomp and its various features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preset<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, ReaXcomp has a few&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/reaper-presets\">presets<\/a>&nbsp;that you can use to get you started. I don&rsquo;t recommend using presets usually, but they can be helpful in some cases, especially for music production beginners.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Preset-List.png\" alt=\"REAPER ReaXcomp Preset List\" class=\"wp-image-9269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Preset-List.png 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Preset-List-300x181.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Preset-List.png.webp\" alt=\"REAPER ReaXcomp Preset List\" class=\"wp-image-9269 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Preset-List.png.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Preset-List-300x181.png.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Preset-List.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visual Display<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next thing that you will see on ReaXcomp is the visual display.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gives you a visual representation of the frequency range of your track and how much each frequency ReaXcomp is compressing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"157\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Visual-Display.png\" alt=\"REAPER ReaXcomp Visual Display\" class=\"wp-image-9271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Visual-Display.png 570w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Visual-Display-300x83.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"157\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Visual-Display.png.webp\" alt=\"REAPER ReaXcomp Visual Display\" class=\"wp-image-9271 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Visual-Display.png.webp 570w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Visual-Display-300x83.png.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Visual-Display.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequency Bands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also see the number of frequency bands you are currently using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can add or delete bands by pressing &lsquo;<strong>Add band<\/strong>&lsquo; or &lsquo;<strong>Delete band<\/strong>&lsquo; at the bottom of ReaXcomp.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"526\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Frequency-Bands.png\" alt=\"REAPER ReaXcomp Frequency Bands\" class=\"wp-image-9272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Frequency-Bands.png 526w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Frequency-Bands-300x166.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 526px) 100vw, 526px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"526\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Frequency-Bands.png.webp\" alt=\"REAPER ReaXcomp Frequency Bands\" class=\"wp-image-9272 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Frequency-Bands.png.webp 526w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Frequency-Bands-300x166.png.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 526px) 100vw, 526px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/REAPER-ReaXcomp-Frequency-Bands.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Settings Of Each Band<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The final aspect of ReaXcomp is the different settings for each band.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the various settings for each band:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Threshold<\/li><li>Top frequency<\/li><li>Ratio<\/li><li>Auto makeup gain<\/li><li>Program dependent release<\/li><li>Feedback detector<\/li><li>Knee<\/li><li>Attack Release&nbsp;<\/li><li>RMS Size<\/li><li>Gain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How To Use Multiband Compression In REAPER<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step One &ndash; Insert ReaXcomp<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step for using ReaXcomp is to insert it onto the track you want to use multi band compression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the &lsquo;<strong>Show Track FX Window<\/strong>&lsquo; button, press &lsquo;<strong>Add<\/strong>&lsquo; at the bottom left, and double click&nbsp;<strong>ReaXcomp<\/strong>&nbsp;from the plugin menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video autoplay loop muted src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Insert-ReaXcomp-in-REAPER.mp4\"><\/video><figcaption><strong><em>Insert ReaXcomp<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step Two &ndash; Select a Preset or Dial-In Your Settings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step for using ReaXcomp is selecting a preset from the preset menu or dialing in your own settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend using the preset &lsquo;<strong>Griz: super smooth 3 band<\/strong>&lsquo; and adjusting the settings according to the frequency range of the track you are mixing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video controls src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Dial-in-Your-Settings-ReaXcomp-in-REAPER.mp4\"><\/video><figcaption><strong><em>Dial-In Your Settings<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step Three &ndash; Tweak ReaXcomp<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The final step for using ReaXcomp is to tweak the plugin while listening to the rest of your track to make sure that it blends with your mix.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video autoplay loop muted src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Tweak-Your-Settings-ReaXcomp-in-REAPER.mp4\"><\/video><figcaption><strong><em>Tweak ReaXcomp<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have made the changes that you need to make to fit your track with your mix, you have successfully used the REAPER multiband compressor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is The Function Of A Multiband Compressor?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The function of a multiband compressor is to compress different parts of a track&rsquo;s frequency range at different amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Multiband compressors are a beneficial tool to compress only a specific part of a track&rsquo;s frequency range and leave the rest untouched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Does a Multiband Compressor Work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A multiband compressor works by applying compression only to the parts of a track&rsquo;s frequency range that you want to compress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do this by setting your number of frequency bands, the desired frequency range of each band, and the compression settings of each band, such as&nbsp;<strong>threshold<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>ratio<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>knee<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>attack<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>release<\/strong>, etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Should I Use Multiband Compression?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should not use multiband compression in every instance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some situations where I like to use multiband compression:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Having more dynamic control over your vocals than a regular compressor can offer<\/li><li>Controlling kick drum and bass guitar<\/li><li>Adding life to your entire mix or master track<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that you can use multiband compression in any instance you feel will benefit your mix; you can even get creative with it. This list is just a few common uses of a multiband compressor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does REAPER Have a Compressor?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, REAPER has several compressor plugins under the Cockos and JS plugin collections that come with REAPER.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for a regular compression plugin, I recommend using&nbsp;<strong>ReaComp<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaComp-Compressor-in-REAPER.png\" alt=\"ReaComp Compressor in REAPER\" class=\"wp-image-9277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaComp-Compressor-in-REAPER.png 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaComp-Compressor-in-REAPER-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaComp-Compressor-in-REAPER.png.webp\" alt=\"ReaComp Compressor in REAPER\" class=\"wp-image-9277 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaComp-Compressor-in-REAPER.png.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaComp-Compressor-in-REAPER-300x161.png.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ReaComp-Compressor-in-REAPER.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you want more compression control over your mix, I recommend using the REAPER multiband compressor called&nbsp;<strong>ReaXcomp<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Do You Use Compression In REAPER?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To use compression in REAPER, click the &lsquo;<strong>Show Track FX Window<\/strong>&lsquo; button on the desired track, find the compression plugin you want to use (I recommend ReaComp), and either select a preset from the preset menu or tweak your own settings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video autoplay loop muted src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Using-Compression-in-REAPER.mp4\"><\/video><figcaption><strong><em>Using Compression In REAPER<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that there are several other compression plugins in REAPER.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend&nbsp;<strong>ReaComp&nbsp;<\/strong>because it is simple and has a few presets, which can be helpful for music production beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Do You Use A Multiband Compressor On Guitar?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To use a multiband compressor to clean up muddiness on a guitar, start by loading up your desired multiband plugin on your desired guitar track.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set up a frequency band in the lows and low mids.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend using a low shelf up to around&nbsp;<strong>250-300 Hz<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will make it so your multiband compressor compresses only this low-frequency range.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video autoplay loop muted src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Using-Multiband-Compression-on-Guitar-in-REAPER.mp4\"><\/video><figcaption><strong><em>Using Multiband Compression On Guitar<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that attack and release play a significant role in multiband compression.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tweak these settings until the track sounds compressed but also natural.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use this multiband compression technique to clean up the low-frequency range on your guitars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Do You Use A Multiband Compressor For Vocals?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To use a multiband compressor to clean up low mids on a vocal track, start by loading up your desired multiband compressor on your vocal track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, set up a frequency band between&nbsp;<strong>250-500 Hz<\/strong>, depending on where the issues are in your track.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have located the issues in your vocal track and applied multiband compression to this area, you will notice that your vocal track sounds much cleaner now.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video autoplay loop muted src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Using-Multiband-Compression-on-Vocals-in-REAPER.mp4\"><\/video><figcaption><strong><em>Using Multiband Compression On <\/em>Vocals<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Take your time setting the attack and release on your compressor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attack and release play a significant role in using multiband compression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How To Use A Multiband Compressor For Mastering<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To breathe new life and energy into your track, you can use multiband compression on your master fader\/master track.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To do this, insert a multiband compressor onto your master track and set up a band in the mids and higher mids. These are the two frequency ranges that we want to control.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your track, I recommend setting it somewhere between&nbsp;<strong>250-1,000 Hz<\/strong>&nbsp;for the first band.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend setting the second band between&nbsp;<strong>5,000-10,000 Hz<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that we are working on the master fader now, so we want to be very light-handed with this technique.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We only want to compress each of these frequency ranges a bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video autoplay loop muted src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Using-Multiband-Compression-for-Mastering-in-REAPER.mp4\"><\/video><figcaption><strong><em>Using Multiband Compression For Mastering<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Parts of Your Mix Do You Use Multiband Compression On?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some examples of when I might use multiband compression in a mix:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Controlling vocals<\/li><li>Controlling bass guitar&nbsp;<\/li><li>Controlling drums<\/li><li>Adding life to your mix during the mastering process<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Related Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1654526992108\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Should You Always Use Multiband Compression Instead of Regular Compression?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, you should only use multiband compression in certain situations, only when you need it.<br>There is no point in using multiband compression in a situation when a regular compressor will do the trick.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1654527004051\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Are REAPER stock plugins good?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, REAPER stock plugins are pretty good. If you are a music producer who knows what they are doing, you can use REAPER stock plugins to achieve professional results.<\/p>\n<p>Although I do have a collection of third-party plugins that I prefer over REAPER&rsquo;s, the stock plugins in the REAPER DAW are pretty good.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1654527018641\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How Does the REAPER Plugin ReaXcomp Compare to Other Third Party multiband Compression Plugins?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>In my opinion, ReaXcomp is just as solid as other third-party multiband compression plugins. ReaXcomp lets you use as many frequency bands as you need and gives you complete control over the settings of each band.<br>Try using ReaXcomp the next time you want to try multiband compression on your track.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1654527037460\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Does EQ Come Before Compression?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For the most part, yes. EQ is almost always the first or maybe second plugin on my FX chain when I am mixing or mastering with compression following right after.<\/p>\n<p>Typically this is my order of EQ and compression;&nbsp;<strong>subtractive\/clean up EQ using dynamic EQ&gt;compression&gt;additive EQ using dynamic EQ<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind that there are no right or wrong answers in music production, but it is wise to stick to the guidelines laid out for us by the professionals.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1654527067059\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What Are the Best Plugins For REAPER?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>REAPER has an excellent set of stock plugins; pretty much every mixing and mastering tool you might need. Here are some of my favorite plugins for REAPER:<\/p>\n<p>&ndash; JS: Saturation (simple but great saturation plugin)<br>&ndash; ReaComp (standard compression plugin)<br>&ndash; ReaXcomp (REAPER multiband compressor)<br>&ndash; ReaEQ (unlimited band dynamic EQ plugin)<br>&ndash; JS: Huge Booty Bass Enhancer (plugin that you can use to add bumping lowe end to a track)<br>&ndash; JS: Master Limiter (my go-to master limiter)<br>&ndash; ReaVerb (REAPER&rsquo;s stock reverb plugin; has several presets that you can use)<br>&ndash; ReaDelay (REAPER&rsquo;s stock delay plugin that you can use to add a delay effect to a track)<\/p>\n<p>Check this article for a more in-depth look at my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/best-plugins-reaper\">top 8 plugins for REAPER<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1654527128590\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Is REAPER the Only Digital Audio Workstation with A Multi Band compressor?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, other DAWs such as Pro Tools, Studio One, FL Studio, etc., all have stock plugin collections with a multiband compressor.<br>The multiband compressor has become a top-rated tool in modern audio production.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>To finish your track off like a pro, check out this article on&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/master-in-reaper\"><strong>how to master in REAPER<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>REAPER has a multiband compression plugin called &lsquo;ReaXcomp.&rsquo; You can use this multiband compressor to compress different frequency ranges at different levels and amounts. 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