The L3-16 Multimaximizer Native from Waves, is a native based plug-in that performs multi-band peak limiting. The plug-in divides the audio source into sixteen variable bands and utilizes a patent-pending "Peak Limiting Mixer" (PLMixer) engine.

Unlike most wide band limiters, the L3-16 uses linear phase crossover filters to divide the audio spectrum into the sixteen bands. The PLMixer then uses psychoacoustic criteria to intelligently decide how much attenuation to apply to each band so that all available headroom is used.

The result is that inter-modulation is minimized and overall loudness is maximized, while brick-wall limiting is still maintained. Also included in the package are the L3 Multimaximizer and Ultramaximizer, and the L3LL Multimaximizer and Ultramaximizer Native versions

Intuitive Paragraphic interface with frequency, Q, and filter-type controls

Built-in linear phase equalizer

Linear phase filtering for maximum output, free of phase distortion

ARC Automatic Release Control across the band-split spectrum

IDR Increased Digital Resolution with double precision bit re-quantization and 9th-order noise shaping

Thirty-four Release Character presets for mastering and sound design

Mac Native plug-in support includes RTAS, AudioSuite, VST and Audio Units

Windows Native plug-in support includes RTAS, AudioSuite and VST