MixWave has announced the release of the D.W. Fearn VT-7 plugin, a faithful recreation of the legendary tube mastering compressor renowned in high-end studios worldwide.

The VT-7 has long been celebrated for its ability to enhance any signal with a subtle, musical touch—or deliver bold tube character when pushed. Its all-Class-A vacuum tube signal path, paired with modern Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) control, provides unmatched clarity, smoothness, and depth. From delicate mastering moves to aggressive drum bus compression, the VT-7 remains a go-to finishing tool for engineers who demand musicality without compromise.

Authentic Modeling

In close collaboration with D.W. Fearn, MixWave meticulously modeled every nuance of the VT-7, from transformer-coupled inputs and outputs to the unmistakable harmonic glow of its vacuum tubes. Using proprietary component-level modeling, the plugin captures the exact behavior of the original hardware while enhancing it with modern workflow features.

Key Features

  • All-Tube Elegance – Delivers the same open, three-dimensional quality as the hardware, adding warmth and richness to any track or mix.
  • Transparently Dynamic – Compresses with musical transparency or, when pushed, delivers bold harmonic punch. The signature Harder/Softer control shapes compression from smooth mastering polish to mix-forward energy.
  • Precision Meets Musicality – Dual mono and stereo link modes, plus a sidechain high-pass filter for controlled low-end response.
  • Modern Workflow Enhancements – Exclusive plugin-only features include a wet/dry mix knob for instant parallel compression, pre/post filtering, and up to 8x oversampling.

Artist Endorsement

“Anyone who knows my workflow knows how integral DW Fearn and Hazelrigg gear—and that tube glow—are to my sound. To say I’m excited is an understatement. This MixWave plugin nails the weight, width, and warmth I rely on.”
— Angad “Bainz” Bains (Young Thug, Offset, YSL Records, Mario, Machine Gun Kelly)

Pricing & Availability

The MixWave D.W. Fearn VT-7 plugin is available now for $139.00.

With its combination of tube warmth, transparent dynamics, and enhanced digital flexibility, the VT-7 brings the sound of a mastering classic to modern production environments.

Check out the website for full details www.mixwave.com