HigherAdvanced Higher
Plug-ins
Plug-ins are software processors or instruments added inside a DAW.
Also called: Plugins
Level relevance: introduced at Higher; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
Plug-ins can provide EQ, compression, reverb, delay, instruments, amp simulation, pitch correction, metering, and many other tools. They should be used to solve a musical or technical purpose.
Topics
SoftwareEffectsProcessing
Curriculum statusofficial concept
Review statusdraft
Sources
- Higher Music Technology course specification, May 2023, version 3.0 · accessed 2026-07-08
Used for Higher technology skills, technology concepts, and music concepts.