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x42 plugins vs TDR Nova: catalog facts
x42 plugins	TDR Nova
Free Described as an open-source plugin collection; check the site for packaged builds.	Free Downloadable from Tokyo Dawn Records.
Linux	macOS
Standards-based level meters (IEC, EBU) Zero-latency equalizer with spectrum analyzer	Dynamics control on every EQ band Covers EQ and several compression styles
Requires an LV2 host or a JACK setup Site gives little release or platform detail	Needs a host DAW to run Dynamic EQ takes some learning
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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