Dugan Speech

Dugan Speech is an automatic microphone mixer plugin that solves the gain-balancing nightmare of multi-mic setups. Developed with audio inventor Dan Dugan, it controls gain in real time, reducing the level of other mics when one person speaks and sharing gain smoothly when several talk at once. Unlike noise gates, its level changes are gradual and natural, avoiding abrupt cuts. You can run up to 64 mics with confidence, making it ideal for panel discussions, corporate events, talk shows, houses of worship, and any scenario with multiple speakers. Channel Override prioritizes specific mics like a host’s, while adjustable sensitivities and Recall Safe give you control. It integrates with Waves’ eMotion LV1 and SuperRack systems, and includes gain bargraph and input metering. Perfect for hobby producers tackling podcasting, live streaming, or multi-mic recordings who want clean, feedback-free mixes without manual fader riding.