ControlHub

The mixing plugin
designed to do it all.

Turn your entire mix chain or any piece of gear into a recallable preset. ControlHub can capture the sound of your analog or digital setup with precision, so you can instantly recall your signature sound in any session.

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$14.99

ControlHub

The mixing plugin designed to do it all.

ControlHub is an all-in-one mixing plugin that gives you instant access to mix-ready chains from top-tier mixers. Captured directly from their setups, these aren’t just presets, they’re pro-level workflows recreated for your mix.

Try for free
$14.99

ControlHub

The mixing plugin designed to do it all.

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$14.99

From $12/month. Cancel any time.

Turn your entire mix chain or any piece of gear into a recallable preset. ControlHub can capture the sound of your analog or digital setup with precision, so you can instantly recall your signature sound in any session.

Capture your own gear.

Recreate the tone and behavior of your favorite gear with stunning accuracy. ControlHub’s AI-powered Tracing Technology analyzes the sonic fingerprint of your hardware or software chain, letting you build custom presets that sound and feel just like the real thing.

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Mixing tools, built by the pros,
ready for your mix.

Mix with signal chains used by top-tier mixers, captured directly from their mixing setups and gear.

These aren’t just presets, they’re real mix-ready chains, faithfully recreated from the exact workflows of industry professionals.

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Why ControlHub?

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Mix with industry
proven chains

Access mix-ready chains from world-class mixers, including preamps, EQs, and compressors. Instantly apply pro-level processing and refine your sound with ease.

2

Customize and capture
your own gear

Capture your own gear, preamps, compressors, and more to create custom mix chains. ControlHub transforms your hardware into a digital, mix-ready workflow.

3

Unlock endless
mixing possibilities

Unlock a growing collection of mix-ready chains from industry pros or combine proven processing with your own gear to refine your signature sound.

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(after your free trial). Cancel any time.

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Billed monthly.

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Unlock every feature in ControlHub, no restrictions

Instant access to over 2000 presets, plus every future Expansion Pack at no extra cost

Use the Tracer to capture your own gear

Join the Trace Exchange community to access and share custom tones

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Yearly

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Billed yearly.

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Unlock every feature in ControlHub, no restrictions

Instant access to over 2000 presets, plus every future Expansion Pack at no extra cost

Use the Tracer to capture your own gear

Join the Trace Exchange community to access and share custom tones

Cancel any time, no questions asked

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New this month

Dave Clauss

We're excited to introduce a brand new Expansion Pack from five-time Grammy Award winner Dave Clauss.

A highly sought-after engineer and mixer, Dave works out of his Nashville-based studio, Santa's Workshop, where he's crafted award-winning records for Latin legends like Shakira and Maná, and chart-topping country and pop artists including Maren Morris, Stephen Wilson Jr., and Brett Eldredge.

This Expansion Pack brings Dave’s trusted hardware mixing and summing chains directly into the ControlHub plugin.Meticulously captured and modeled, these emulations deliver the punch, clarity, and harmonic richness that define a Dave Clauss mix.

This update is free to all subscription users.

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Capture your own gear.

Build your own plugin using our AI based Tracing Technology.
Capture your own preamps, equalizers, compressors, limiters and more to use within the ControlHub plugin.

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How to capture
your gear.

Step 1

Select the type of gear you want to Trace. Whether you're looking to capture a Complete Signal Chain, Individual Compressor, or a specific Individual Model, the choice is yours.

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Step 2

Simply send a pre-configured Tracer file through your hardware or software signal chain, and let our advanced machine learning technology accurately analyze your gear.

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Step 3

The Tracer is now training a detailed model of your signal chain through machine learning. Hang tight while it works it's magic!

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Step 4

The Tracing is now complete. You can now make any necessary adjustments. Add your preset information, save it to your local library, or share it with the Trace Exchange for others to enjoy.

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Trace Exchange.

Access full signal chains, and individual compressor models created by users around the world. Create your own hardware and software signal chain captures to share with the ControlHub community.

Trace Exchange is your access to a limitless library of mixing presets.

Effects for days.

The Delay and Reverb modules within the ControlHub plugin are designed to bring depth, space, and character to your mixes. Each module is packed with an extensive selection of delay and reverb types, offering intuitive controls and advanced processing to shape your sound with precision and creativity.

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Frequently asked
questions.

What is ControlHub?

ControlHub is a revolutionary all-in-one mixing plugin that gives you instant access to the exact mixing chains used by top-tier mixers, captured directly from their mixing setups and gear. These aren’t just presets; they’re real mix-ready chains, faithfully recreated from the exact workflows of industry professionals. ControlHub provides everything you need to achieve a polished, professional mix.

How does it work?

ControlHub works by allowing users to mix with professionally captured signal chains from top-tier mixers and customize their own chains by capturing and integrating their own gear.
Here’s how it functions:

1. Mix with Industry-Proven Chains
ControlHub provides mix-ready signal chains captured directly from the setups of world-class mixers. These chains include preamps, EQs, compressors, limiters, and much more, faithfully recreated to match the sound of professional workflows. Users can apply these chains instantly to their tracks for a polished, pro-level mix.

2. Customize and Capture Your Own Gear
Beyond using pro-made chains, ControlHub lets users capture their own hardware gear or software setups, whether it's a favorite preamp, EQ, compressor, or any other outboard processor. By analyzing the sonic characteristics of the gear, ControlHub transforms it into a digital mixing chain that can be recalled within the plugin.

3. Real-Time Mixing and Tweaking
Once a preset is added to a track, users can fine-tune parameters within ControlHub to shape the sound to their liking. The plugin offers:
• Comprehensive controls for adjusting each element in the chain.
• Seamless integration with any DAW for intuitive workflow.

4. Expandable Library
ControlHub is designed to grow with users, offering expansion packs featuring new mixing chains from top engineers and producers. This allows users to continuously expand their toolset.

What equipment do I need?

To use ControlHub, you'll need the following:

1. A Compatible DAW
ControlHub is supported by all major DAWs on Mac and PC.

2. A Computer that Meets the System Requirements
• Mac: macOS 10.11 or later (Apple Silicon & Intel supported)
• Windows: Windows 7 or later
• RAM: Minimum 8GB (16GB recommended for large sessions)
• CPU: Modern Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon processor

3. An Internet Connection (for Activation & Trace Exchange features)
ControlHub requires an internet connection for initial activation.
If using expansion packs or Trace Exchange features, periodic online access may be needed.

4. (Optional) Your Own Hardware Gear for Capturing
If you want to capture your own signal chains, you’ll need an audio interface and hardware gear like preamps, EQs, compressors, etc.
ControlHub will guide you through the process of capturing and integrating your hardware into your mix workflow.

That's it!
Once installed, you’ll have access to pro-level mixing chains and the ability to capture your own gear, all within a powerful, all-in-one mixing plugin. 

What gear can I capture?

ControlHub can capture a wide range of analog and digital studio gear, allowing you to recreate and store custom signal chains within the plugin.

Gear You Can Capture with ControlHub:
• Preamps – Tube, solid-state, and transformer-based preamps.
• Equalizers – Parametric, graphic, and dynamic EQs.
• Compressors & Limiters – FET, optical, VCA, tube, and multiband compressors.
• Saturation & Harmonic Enhancers – Analog tape machines, tube warmth processors, and console saturation.
• Channel Strips – Full analog console signal paths from classic mixing desks.
• Mastering Chains – Custom mastering chains with multiband dynamics, & EQ.

How much does ControlHub cost?

Subscription Plan

ControlHub All Access Subscription – $14.99/month (or $144/year)
• Includes full access to all mix-ready chains
• Full access to all current future Expansion packs
• Continuous updates and new expansions
• Cancel any time

Perpetual License (One-Time Purchase)

ControlHub Perpetual License – $249 + $1700 in additional costs.
• Lifetime access to the core ControlHub plugin, with limited functionality
• Includes a selection of mix-ready chains
• Expansion packs sold separately

Expansion Packs (Optional Add-Ons)
• Users can purchase Expansion packs from top engineers and producers.
• Prices are $49.99 per expansion pack

Is there a community to share tones?

Yes! Access full signal chains, and individual compressor models created by users around the world. Create your own hardware and software signal chain captures to share with the ControlHub community.

Is ControlHub for beginners or pros?

ControlHub is designed for both beginners and pros, offering an intuitive workflow for those new to mixing while providing deep customization for advanced users.

For Beginners:
• Instant Mix-Ready Chains: Apply pro-level mixing chains in one click, no deep technical knowledge needed.
• Simplified Workflow: No need to manually set up complex routing, just load a Trace and tweak to taste.
• Industry-Proven Results: Use signal chains captured from top-tier mixers to achieve a polished sound effortlessly.

For Pros:
• Deep Customization: Fine-tune every element of the chain to match your specific mix.
• Capture Your Own Gear: Capture and integrate your own preamps, EQs, compressors, and more into your mix workflow.
• Expand Your Library: Access official expansion packs or share custom Traces with other professionals.

Bottom Line: Whether you're a beginner looking for a fast mix solution or a pro wanting full control over your tone, ControlHub adapts to your workflow. 

Do you offer help and technical support?

Yes! STL Tones offers technical support to help with any issues related to ControlHub and other STL Tones products. Please visit our Contact form to get in touch.

Where is STL Tones based?

STL Tones is headquartered in Nashville, TN, with offices in downtown Franklin and a global team of passionate music and technology enthusiasts working remotely.

System requirements

• ControlHub comes in 64-bit VST / AU / AAX
• Latest OS Compatibility for Windows & Mac, including Native Apple Silicon
• Minimum Requirements Mac OS 10.13 or Windows 7
• STL Licensing System, no iLok account required.
• 3 activations available per user.

Disclaimer

All names of gear and/or accessory brands are trademarks owned by their respective manufacturers and are in no way affiliated with STL Tones or ControlHub. Product names are simply used for the purpose of identifying the hardware chain that was used to create the digital presets.

Frequently asked questions.

General:

What is ControlHub?

ControlHub is a revolutionary all-in-one mixing plugin that gives you instant access to the exact mixing chains used by top-tier mixers, captured directly from their mixing setups and gear. These aren’t just presets; they’re real mix-ready chains, faithfully recreated from the exact workflows of industry professionals. ControlHub provides everything you need to achieve a polished, professional mix.

How does it work?

ControlHub works by allowing users to mix with professionally captured signal chains from top-tier mixers and customize their own chains by capturing and integrating their own gear.
Here’s how it functions:

1. Mix with Industry-Proven Chains
ControlHub provides mix-ready signal chains captured directly from the setups of world-class mixers. These chains include preamps, EQs, compressors, limiters, and much more, faithfully recreated to match the sound of professional workflows. Users can apply these chains instantly to their tracks for a polished, pro-level mix.

2. Customize and Capture Your Own Gear
Beyond using pro-made chains, ControlHub lets users capture their own hardware gear or software setups, whether it's a favorite preamp, EQ, compressor, or any other outboard processor. By analyzing the sonic characteristics of the gear, ControlHub transforms it into a digital mixing chain that can be recalled within the plugin.

3. Real-Time Mixing and Tweaking
Once a preset is added to a track, users can fine-tune parameters within ControlHub to shape the sound to their liking. The plugin offers:
• Comprehensive controls for adjusting each element in the chain.
• Seamless integration with any DAW for intuitive workflow.

4. Expandable Library
ControlHub is designed to grow with users, offering expansion packs featuring new mixing chains from top engineers and producers. This allows users to continuously expand their toolset.

What equipment do I need?

To use ControlHub, you'll need the following:

1. A Compatible DAW
ControlHub is supported by all major DAWs on Mac and PC.

2. A Computer that Meets the System Requirements
• Mac: macOS 10.11 or later (Apple Silicon & Intel supported)
• Windows: Windows 7 or later
• RAM: Minimum 8GB (16GB recommended for large sessions)
• CPU: Modern Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon processor

3. An Internet Connection (for Activation & Trace Exchange features)
ControlHub requires an internet connection for initial activation.
If using expansion packs or Trace Exchange features, periodic online access may be needed.

4. (Optional) Your Own Hardware Gear for Capturing
If you want to capture your own signal chains, you’ll need an audio interface and hardware gear like preamps, EQs, compressors, etc.
ControlHub will guide you through the process of capturing and integrating your hardware into your mix workflow.

That's it!
Once installed, you’ll have access to pro-level mixing chains and the ability to capture your own gear, all within a powerful, all-in-one mixing plugin. 

What gear can I capture?

ControlHub can capture a wide range of analog and digital studio gear, allowing you to recreate and store custom signal chains within the plugin.

Gear You Can Capture with ControlHub:
• Preamps – Tube, solid-state, and transformer-based preamps.
• Equalizers – Parametric, graphic, and dynamic EQs.
• Compressors & Limiters – FET, optical, VCA, tube, and multiband compressors.
• Saturation & Harmonic Enhancers – Analog tape machines, tube warmth processors, and console saturation.
• Channel Strips – Full analog console signal paths from classic mixing desks.
• Mastering Chains – Custom mastering chains with multiband dynamics, & EQ.

How much does ControlHub cost?

Subscription Plan

ControlHub All Access Subscription – $14.99/month (or $144/year)
• Includes full access to all mix-ready chains
• Full access to all current future Expansion packs
• Continuous updates and new expansions
• Cancel any time

Perpetual License (One-Time Purchase)

ControlHub Perpetual License – $249 + $1700 in additional costs.
• Lifetime access to the core ControlHub plugin, with limited functionality
• Includes a selection of mix-ready chains
• Expansion packs sold separately

Expansion Packs (Optional Add-Ons)
• Users can purchase Expansion packs from top engineers and producers.
• Prices are $49.99 per expansion pack

Is there a community to share tones?

Yes! Access full signal chains, and individual compressor models created by users around the world. Create your own hardware and software signal chain captures to share with the ControlHub community.

Is ControlHub for beginners or pros?

ControlHub is designed for both beginners and pros, offering an intuitive workflow for those new to mixing while providing deep customization for advanced users.

For Beginners:
• Instant Mix-Ready Chains: Apply pro-level mixing chains in one click, no deep technical knowledge needed.
• Simplified Workflow: No need to manually set up complex routing, just load a Trace and tweak to taste.
• Industry-Proven Results: Use signal chains captured from top-tier mixers to achieve a polished sound effortlessly.

For Pros:
• Deep Customization: Fine-tune every element of the chain to match your specific mix.
• Capture Your Own Gear: Capture and integrate your own preamps, EQs, compressors, and more into your mix workflow.
• Expand Your Library: Access official expansion packs or share custom Traces with other professionals.

Bottom Line: Whether you're a beginner looking for a fast mix solution or a pro wanting full control over your tone, ControlHub adapts to your workflow. 

Do you offer help and technical support?

Yes! STL Tones offers technical support to help with any issues related to ControlHub and other STL Tones products. Please visit our Contact form to get in touch.

Where is STL Tones based?

STL Tones is headquartered in Nashville, TN, with offices in downtown Franklin and a global team of passionate music and technology enthusiasts working remotely.

Requirements & more:

System requirements

• ControlHub comes in 64-bit VST / AU / AAX
• Latest OS Compatibility for Windows & Mac, including Native Apple Silicon
• Minimum Requirements Mac OS 10.13 or Windows 7
• STL Licensing System, no iLok account required.
• 3 activations available per user.

Disclaimer

All names of gear and/or accessory brands are trademarks owned by their respective manufacturers and are in no way affiliated with STL Tones or ControlHub. Product names are simply used for the purpose of identifying the hardware chain that was used to create the digital presets.

Product Manual

Download the product manual for ControlHub here.

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ControlHub

Redefining mixing.

ControlHub is a revolutionary all-in-one mixing plugin, featuring an expansive collection of mix-ready presets crafted by top-tier mixers, directly captured from their specific mixing setups. ControlHub provides everything you need to create a polished, professional mix.

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The mixing plugin
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The mixing plugin
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ControlHub.

ControlHub is a revolutionary all-in-one mixing plugin that gives you instant access to the exact mixing chains used by top-tier mixers, captured directly from their mixing setups and gear. These aren’t just presets; they’re real mix-ready chains, faithfully recreated from the exact workflows of industry professionals. ControlHub provides everything you need to achieve a polished, professional mix.

$14.99