Waves Bass Rider

The Waves Bass Rider is a specialized level-riding processor designed to maintain consistent bass dynamics without the pumping, coloration, or compression artifacts associated with traditional dynamics processing. It automatically adjusts bass levels in real time, bringing quieter notes forward and controlling louder passages while preserving the natural performance.

Ideal for electric and acoustic bass, Bass Rider provides precise, transparent level control before compression or other mix processing, making it a powerful tool for achieving a stable, focused low end.

Key Features

• Automatic real-time bass level riding

• Maintains consistent dynamics while preserving natural performance

• Raises low-level notes and controls excessive peaks

• Designed to work before compression for improved consistency

• Adjustable sensitivity and target level

• Range controls to define the amount of level correction

• Manual rider automation can be refined after processing

• Particularly effective on unevenly played bass performances

Technical Specifications

• Plugin Type: Automatic Level Rider

• Processing: Native

• Formats: VST3, Audio Units (AU), AAX

• Channel Formats: Mono, Stereo

• Sample Rates: Up to 96 kHz

• Applications: Bass recording, mixing, music production, broadcast, post-production

System Requirements

• Operating Systems: Current Waves-supported macOS and Windows 10/11

• Processor: Intel or Apple Silicon Mac; compatible 64-bit Intel/AMD processor on Windows

• RAM: 8 GB minimum; 16 GB recommended

• Storage: Approximately 30 GB available for Waves installation

• Host: Compatible DAW supporting VST3, AU, or AAX

• Installation: Waves Central and internet connection required for installation/activation

Ideal For

Electric Bass • Acoustic Bass • Bass DI • Bass Amp Tracks • Rock • Pop • R&B • Hip-Hop • Funk • Mix Bus Preparation