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Eventide Anthology XII vs Guitar Rig
Both stand on audio plugins. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Pick Anthology XII if you want a 32-plug-in collection spanning tonal, dynamic, time-based and modulation effects for audio production. The 14-day trial gives you a chance to evaluate the bundle before its $999 as a one-time purchase. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or cannot use an iLok account.
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| Eventide Anthology XII | Guitar Rig | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Anthology XII: $999, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | eventideaudio.com | native-instruments.com |
| On audio plugins | #10 of 40 | #6 of 40 |
Eventide Anthology XII: what it does well
- Combines 32 plug-ins for mixing and mastering.
- Covers EQ, dynamics, time-based effects, modulation, distortion and pitch shifting.
- Includes Eventide’s Transient/Tonal splitting technology.
- Supports AAX, VST2 and VST3, plus AU on macOS.
- Works with compatible DAWs including Pro Tools, Ableton and Logic Pro.
What to know first
- Costs $999, paid once.
- An iLok account is required.
- No free plan is offered.
- Requires Windows 10 or later or macOS 10.14 or later.
Guitar Rig: what it does well
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