Back in 2024, I did a YouTube video on an alternative to Waves MV2 plugin. The MV2 is an upward compressor that works great, especially with vocals. I analysed the MV2’s characteristics along with another plugin named VOLA2 by Sonic Anomaly (long discontinued). Putting the two products together, I came up with VLA-One, Voice Levelling Amplifier – One.
In May 2026, I was finally able to release the VST3 plugin after much time developing and testing. The first release was well-received, even though it only included versions for Windows 10/11 and Linux as VST3. Later, I was able to compile and test under MacOS, and with further code optimisation and GUI updates, VLA-One VST3/AU is now available on all platforms.
VLA-One is the first of many VST3 plugins I plan to release in the future, covering many audio processing projects.
VLA-One is a FREE plugin. It doesn’t require a license or any registration. Simply download (links below), copy the files into the VST3 folder of your system, re-scan your DAW for new plugins and use.
I would love to read your feedback, comments or any bugs or issues you may find.
If you like to support my work on free VST plugins, please feel free to donate any amount using my PayPal link. Your support is truly appreciated.
DOWNLOADS:
Windows 10/11:
Intel MacOS 11 and above (Currently, Apple Silicon not supported):
Linux:
License:
VLA-One is a free software provided without warranty. You may use this plugin for personal and commercial projects. Redistribution or sale is not permitted.
Version History:
1.2.0 – Current
Added Intel MacOS 11 version and up. (Currently, Apple Silicon is unsupported)
Updated the GUI with new graphics.
Code optimisation.
1.1.0
Updated the Low Level Gain algorithm for smoother gain transitions
Updates to the GUI
1.0.0
Initial Release