DSR – De-Esser by Black Salt Audio
Black Salt Audio

DSR De-Esser

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.6 (2,626 votes · 22,877 views)
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Available·Windows 10/11·VST3, AU, AAX
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  • Installs on Windows in seconds
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FormatsVST3, AU, AAX
OS Windows

About DSR

Stop fighting mixes that lack that final touch — DSR handles it in a couple of moves. A modern de-esser by Black Salt Audio, made to fit straight into your workflow. Shape its main parameters freely — it keeps the sound natural no matter how hard you push. Great on vocals, drums and synths — and just as happy across a full mix. Works on Windows in VST3, AU, AAX, from bedroom setups to pro studios.

DSR System Requirements

Operating system Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
FormatsVST3, AU, AAX
CPUIntel / AMD, SSE2 support
RAM4 GB minimum (8 GB recommended)
Disk space~1 GB free

How to install DSR on Windows

  1. Click the green Download button above to get the Windows installer.
  2. Run the installer and choose your plugin format (VST3, AU, AAX).
  3. Open your DAW, rescan plugins, and load DSR on a track.

DSR FAQ

What is DSR?

DSR is a De-Esser plugin by Black Salt Audio. DSR: a polished, professional result without the fuss.

Does DSR work on Windows?

Yes. DSR runs on Windows (Windows 10 and 11, 64-bit) and is available as VST3, AU, AAX.

What plugin formats does DSR support?

DSR is available in the following formats: VST3, AU, AAX. It works in all major DAWs that host these formats.

How do I download DSR?

Click the green Download button on this page to get DSR for Windows, then run the installer and rescan plugins in your DAW.

User Reviews

Ryan C. ★★★★★★★★★★ Dec 2025

Really solid. Wish it shipped with a few more presets.

Adam Z. ★★★★★★★★★★ Nov 2025

Took my tracks to another level. Highly recommend.

Noah J. ★★★★★★★★★★ Jan 2026

Great plugin overall, small learning curve but worth it.

Alex M. ★★★★★★★★★★ Mar 2026

Absolutely essential in my mixes now. DSR just works.