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TDR Kotelnikov vs LSP Plugins: catalog facts
TDR Kotelnikov	LSP Plugins
Freemium Sold through the Tokyo Dawn Records store; check the product page for editions and prices.	Free Free and open source under LGPL-3.0, supported by donations.
macOS	Linux
Separate peak and RMS release controls Transparent compression that preserves tone	Supports CLAP, LADSPA, LV2, VST2 and VST3 Standalone JACK versions with a UI
Needs a plug-in host such as a DAW Not a hardware emulation, for those who want analog character	Built primarily for GNU/Linux Small core team
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: LGPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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