Waves Plugins Adobe Audition 1.5 [upd] May 2026

Unlocking Pro Audio: The Complete Guide to Using Waves Plugins in Adobe Audition 1.5

Introduction

• Q10: Subtractive cuts.
• C1 Compressor: Gentle 2:1 ratio.
• L1 Limiter: Out Ceiling = -0.3 dB, Threshold = -5 dB.

Since Audition 1.5 is often used for voice work, these three plugins are the "holy trinity" for this setup:

Legacy and Continued Support

DirectX vs. VST:

VST is generally more stable in Audition 1.5. If the DX versions cause issues, disable them in the "Organize Effects" menu. 💡 Pro Tip

For more information on using Waves plugins with Adobe Audition 1.5, check out the following resources:

• Cause: Audition 1.5 needs DirectX (not VST).
• Fix: Reinstall Waves, choose DX. Or run regsvr32 "C:\Program Files\Waves\WaveShell-DX 5.0.dll".