These reduce the dynamic range of a sound by quietening the loudest peaks, allowing the overall volume to be turned up. They add punch to drums and consistency to vocals.
Ensure your computer can handle heavy processing, especially when using multiple instances. effect vst plugins
You load an effect VST onto an audio track (vocals, guitar, drums) or a bus (a group of tracks). The plugin receives the dry signal, applies an algorithm—distortion, EQ, compression, etc.—and outputs a wet (processed) signal. These reduce the dynamic range of a sound