Have you ever wondered which mastering limiter truly reigns supreme when pushed to the absolute limit? Reid Stefan just dropped his highly anticipated "Battle of the Best" and it’s a must-watch for anyone looking to level up their master bus.
👉 Watch the full comparison here!
In this brand-new video, three of the industry's top S-tier limiters go head-to-head to see which one delivers the loudest, cleanest, and punchiest results:
The Contenders:
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Naturl Audio AL-1 – The innovative 2026 newcomer that uses fresh approaches to peak control and upward compression to keep transients perfectly intact.
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Slate FG-X2 – The colorful, dynamics-packed powerhouse known for adding serious character to a mix.
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FabFilter Pro-L 2 – The undisputed "Old Faithful" of the audio production world.
To make it a fair fight, Reid tests these limiters across two completely different genres—a dynamic Pop/Hip-Hop anthem and an energetic, high-tempo Dance track—dialing in similar settings to see who survives without crushing the life out of the mix.
Who takes the crown for the most transparent sound? Which plugin wins the competitive loudness war? And which limiter is about to become your new secret weapon?
Check out the battle, listen to the A/B tests for yourself, and let us know in the comments which plugin won your blind test!
