Hertz Instruments GainStage Pro is available as a free gift throughout August 2025 with any qualifying Plugin Boutique purchase.
Gain staging is one of those crucial but often confusing parts of recording. Despite understanding the theory behind it, it took me a couple of years of trial and error before really getting comfortable with gain staging while recording and mixing my tracks.
If you’re not sure whether your input signal is too hot, too weak, or just right, GainStage Pro takes the guesswork out of the process. And if you’re like me and want to spend more time making music and less time worrying about peak levels and metering conventions, this plugin is a welcome addition.
GainStage Pro simplifies your gain staging workflow. Insert it on a DAW track armed for recording, and it will give you a real-time, easy-to-read graphic indication of your input level.
There’s no need to dive into multiple meters or worry about calibration standards. Just peek at the plugin and adjust the input gain on your audio interface accordingly.
The GUI isn’t flashy, but it nails its one job. GainStage Pro is compatible with any modern DAW, including FL Studio, Reaper, Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live, and Pro Tools. It supports 64-bit AAX, VST3, and AU formats on both Windows and macOS systems.
To claim your free copy, just make a purchase (not a free product or rent-to-own plan) on Plugin Boutique before August 31st, 2025. When checking out, you’ll see the option to add GainStage Pro as your free gift.
You’ll need a registered Plugin Boutique account, and you can’t use virtual cash or a coupon to cover the full price of your purchase. Partial discounts are fine, though.
Keep in mind this is a one-per-transaction deal. If you make multiple purchases during the promo period, you can claim the freebie again, just complete each transaction separately.
GainStage Pro runs on Windows 7 or later and macOS 10.13 or higher. It requires 64-bit DAW support and at least 8 GB of RAM. The plugin license covers installation on up to two computers.
This one’s a no-brainer if you’ve been thinking about grabbing something from Plugin Boutique in August. It typically costs $22, so getting it as a free add-on with any other deal is a nice offer.
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Last Updated on August 2, 2025 by Tomislav Zlatic.
