How to Create and Save Reaper Presets for Reaeq and Reacomp

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Creating and saving presets for ReaEQ and ReaComp in Reaper allows you to streamline your mixing process and maintain consistency across projects. This guide will walk you through the steps to create, save, and load presets efficiently.

Creating ReaEQ Presets

Follow these steps to create a custom ReaEQ preset:

  • Open Reaper and insert the ReaEQ plugin on your track.
  • Adjust the EQ bands to your desired settings.
  • Once satisfied, click the “Save” button in the ReaEQ interface.
  • Enter a name for your preset and click “OK”.

Creating ReaComp Presets

To create a custom ReaComp preset, follow these steps:

  • Insert the ReaComp plugin on your track.
  • Adjust the compression parameters such as threshold, ratio, attack, and release.
  • Click the “Save” button within ReaComp.
  • Type in a descriptive name for your preset and confirm by clicking “OK”.

Saving and Loading Presets

Once you’ve saved your presets, you can easily load them later:

  • Open the plugin (ReaEQ or ReaComp) on your track.
  • Click the “Load” button.
  • Select your saved preset from the list.
  • Click “Open” to apply the preset to your current settings.

Using presets helps maintain a consistent sound across multiple tracks and projects, saving you time and effort during mixing sessions.