X-Crackle – Audio Restoration by Waves
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X-Crackle Audio Restoration

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.3 (4,000 votes · 47,196 views)
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Available·Windows 10/11·VST, AU, AAX
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  • Installs on Windows in seconds
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FormatsVST, AU, AAX
OS Windows

About X-Crackle

X-Crackle exists for one reason: a sound that translates. It's a thoughtfully built audio restoration that respects your time and your CPU. It reacts to the settings that matter the way great gear should — musically and predictably. Reach for it on any modern production or anywhere else that needs attention. Available for Windows (VST, AU, AAX) and drops straight into your session.

X-Crackle System Requirements

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

How to install X-Crackle on Windows

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

X-Crackle FAQ

What is X-Crackle?

X-Crackle is a Audio Restoration plugin by Waves. X-Crackle is the audio restoration you reach for when you need a polished, professional result.

Does X-Crackle work on Windows?

Yes. X-Crackle runs on Windows (Windows 10 and 11, 64-bit) and is available as VST, AU, AAX.

What plugin formats does X-Crackle support?

X-Crackle is available in the following formats: VST, AU, AAX. It works in all major DAWs that host these formats.

How do I download X-Crackle?

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

User Reviews

Erik S. ★★★★★★★★★★ Jun 2025

Does exactly what it promises. My go-to for audio restoration.

Oscar V. ★★★★★★★★★★ Feb 2026

Sounds amazing on vocals and drums alike. Instant buy.

Nina S. ★★★★★★★★★★ Dec 2025

Rock solid and CPU friendly. Use it on almost every session.

Ivan K. ★★★★★★★★★★ May 2026

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