Tim Exile is well known for his innovative software offerings, and the latest addition to his range claims to be capable of putting together a release-ready mix in just a few minutes. Built in Native Instruments’ Reaktor, Finalist relies on cutting-edge audio analysis and DSP to carry out automatic mixing, and presents users with a simple set of controls to influence the results.
Said to be perfect for when you don’t have the time, skills or budget to carry out a traditional mix, the plug-in is said to be capable of producing high-quality results without the need for any technical knowledge. Its engine analyses incoming signals — it’s capable of handling up to 32 stems — before applying a range of processes that include analogue emulation, Mid-Side processing, multiband dynamics, transient shaping, clippers, limiters and more. a selection of 40 presets cover a wide range of musical genres, while Strength and Gain controls offer some basic hands-on control over the key elements of a mix.
Unlike many similar tools, Finalist runs locally on the user’s computer, and doesn’t rely on any cloud-based processing. As a result, it’s capable of delivering mixes instantly, and makes it possible to audition parameter changes in real time. And as it’s a perpetually licensed product, there’s no ongoing subscription fee, and no limit to how many mixes the software is able to produce.
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Compatibility
Finalist runs in Native Instruments’ free Reaktor Player, which is supported on PCs running Windows 10 or above, and Macs running macOS 11 and higher. VST3, AU and AAX plug-in versions are available.
Pricing & Availabiltiy
Finalist is available now, and is being offered at an intrductory price of £89 (usually £99) throughout October 2025. Prices include VAT.
