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Head-to-head · Audio Mastering Software

FabFilter Pro-L 2 vs Pyramix

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score FabFilter Pro-L 2 #5 in Audio Mastering Software 8.7/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit FabFilter
Pyramix #8 in Audio Mastering Software 7.9/10 Paid Free trial✓ 2 of 3 features Explore Pyramix

FabFilter Pro-L 2 leads on 0 checks, Pyramix on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreFabFilter Pro-L 2 · 8.7/10
  • Free trialboth
  • Most featuresPyramix · 2 of 3

FabFilter Pro-L 2 scores higher on our rubric for audio mastering software: 8.7 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.

On workflow type, FabFilter Pro-L 2 gives you Plugin where Pyramix offers Standalone.

FabFilter Pro-L 2 is the better fit for precise limiter and immersive mastering. Pyramix is the better fit for studios combining mastering with recording and immersive.

  • FabFilter Pro-L 2 fits best

    Precise limiter and immersive mastering

  • Pyramix fits best

    Studios combining mastering with recording and immersive

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Side by side

Feature FabFilter Pro-L 2 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Pyramix 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 7.9
Ranking #5 in Audio Mastering Software #8 in Audio Mastering Software
Best for Precise limiter and immersive mastering Studios combining mastering with recording and immersive
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price — €119 one-time
Free plan — —
Free trial 30 days 30 days
Free trial length 30 days 30 days
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Desktop
Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS Windows
Support Email, Docs Docs
Integrations 5 integrations 9 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features FabFilter Pro-L 2 0/3 · Pyramix 2/3
Stereo processing Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Album sequencing Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Batch processing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Workflow type Plugin Standalone
Loudness standards EBU R128, ITU-R BS.1770-4, ATSC A/85, TR-B32 Not checked yet
Supported plug-in formats VST, VST3, Audio Units, CLAP, AAX Native, AudioSuite VST2, VST3
Delivery formats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Eight limiting algorithms with true-peak and loudness metering
  • Up to 32x oversampling, dithering, and configurable loudness targets
  • Supports surround and Dolby Atmos processing up to 9.1.6
  • Records and edits multitrack audio in real time, including during playback
  • Supports immersive, Ambisonics, and object-based mixing workflows
  • PRO and PREMIUM add loudness tools and DDP/CD authoring
Cons
  • No free plan is available
  • Desktop pricing may vary by currency or region
  • Plugin workflow requires a compatible host or AUv3 iPad setup
  • Runs on Windows only
  • Loudness processing and DDP/CD authoring require PRO or PREMIUM
  • The listed support channel is documentation
Our verdict

FabFilter Pro-L 2 is a professional true-peak limiter plug-in for mixing and mastering. It is aimed at mastering engineers, mixing engineers, music producers, and other audio professionals working with mono, stereo, surround, or immersive…

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Pyramix is a Windows digital audio workstation for professional studios and engineers working across music production, mastering, and TV and film post-production. Its workflow spans multitrack recording, editing, mixing, and album…

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  1. FabFilter Pro-L 2Audio Mastering Software 8.730-day trial
  2. PyramixAudio Mastering Software 7.9Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • FabFilter Pro-L 2 — where it wins

    • Eight limiting algorithms with true-peak and loudness metering
    • Up to 32x oversampling, dithering, and configurable loudness targets
    • Supports surround and Dolby Atmos processing up to 9.1.6

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Desktop pricing may vary by currency or region
    • Plugin workflow requires a compatible host or AUv3 iPad setup

  • Pyramix — where it wins

    • Records and edits multitrack audio in real time, including during playback
    • Supports immersive, Ambisonics, and object-based mixing workflows
    • PRO and PREMIUM add loudness tools and DDP/CD authoring

    Where it doesn't

    • Runs on Windows only
    • Loudness processing and DDP/CD authoring require PRO or PREMIUM
    • The listed support channel is documentation

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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