Antares Vocal De-Esser

The deal

$50 at PluginFox (down from $100). 50% off sale runs through June 30, 2026.

What it is

The Antares Vocal De-Esser is an AI-powered de-esser plugin that uses machine learning trained on human vocal characteristics to surgically remove harsh sibilant sounds. It handles both soft sibilants (S, Sh, Z) and hard sibilants (T, Ch, K) with separate controls, processing in real-time without altering the natural character of the vocal. Supports AAX Native, AU, and VST3.

Who it's for

Mixing engineers and producers working with vocals across pop, hip-hop, podcasts, or film dialog who need transparent, intelligent de-essing that stays out of the way of the performance.

Key features

• AI Assist technology trained on human voice analysis targets sibilance precisely without coloring the rest of the frequency range
• Separate soft and hard sibilant controls let you shape the de-essing character to fit the source material
• Real-time processing makes it suitable for tracking, mixing, and live use
• Runs on macOS 11+ and Windows 10+ with support for Intel, AMD, and Apple Silicon