Denise Audio Dragon Fire V1.0.0 [win-osx] Now
The plugin is built around two primary proprietary technologies that differentiate it from standard multiband compressors:
: Unlike standard saturation, this feature scales the amount of grit based on the level of gain reduction being applied.
: Includes six fully parametric EQ sections that can be switched to shelving for precise tonal shaping. Technical Specifications Specification Operating System (WiN) Windows 10 or newer (64-bit) Operating System (OSX) macOS 10.11 or newer (64-bit), Native Apple Silicon support Plugin Formats VST, VST3, AU, AAX Threshold Range -72dB to 0dB Ratio Range 1:1 to 40:1 Attack / Release 0ms–500ms / 0ms–5000ms Availability & Pricing Denise Audio Dragon Fire v1.0.0 [WiN-OSX]
As of April 2026, the plugin is typically priced around at retailers like Plugin Boutique . It is also available directly from Denise Audio for approximately $59.00 depending on active promotions. A free trial version is available which outputs silence every 60 seconds until activated. User & Expert Sentiment Go to product viewer dialog for this item. denise Dragon Fire
: This allows you to custom-design the behavior of the compressor itself. You can adjust the RMS and Knee to soften the response, or interpolate the release curve to switch between a fast VCA-style and a slower "Opto" style response. Key Features The plugin is built around two primary proprietary
: Features a transparent clipper at the end of the signal chain to tame peaks and add extra harmonic character.
Denise Audio Dragon Fire is a "tonal compressor" that combines traditional dynamic control with frequency-specific shaping, effectively merging the capabilities of a compressor and an equalizer into a single interface. It is also available directly from Denise Audio
: For simpler tasks, the plugin can be switched into a standard classic compressor mode.