The primary advantage of the NS1 plugin is its speed. It eliminates the need for tedious manual gating or deep spectral editing. How to Use NS1 in Your DAW
The hallmark of NS1 is its extreme simplicity. One fader controls the entire noise reduction process. As you slide it upward, background hiss and ambient noise melt away—no aquatic warbling, no gargling modulation, just clean audio. This streamlined workflow saves time and eliminates the guesswork that often accompanies traditional noise reduction tools.
You do not need to tweak complex thresholds, attack times, or release settings. Moving the fader up increases the amount of noise suppression.
While not permanently "free," Waves offers a subscription model where you can get access to the entire Waves catalog, including the NS1, for a monthly fee. They often have a free first-month trial.
Before you download or purchase NS1, make sure your system meets the requirements.