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Organizing plugins in FL Studio can streamline your workflow and make mixing/mastering more efficient. Here’s a structured approach to
categorize your plugins, inspired by the previous list, but tailored specifically for FL Studio users. I’ll break this into questions you might
ask and actionable solutions.
Step 1: Audit Your Plugins
Question: "How do I start organizing my plugins?"
Solution:
1.
List all your plugins (stock and third-party).
Open FL Studio’s Plugin Database (F8 or View > Plugin Database).
Sort them by type (EQ, Compressor, Reverb, etc.).
2.
Delete unused plugins or hide them to declutter.
Right-click a plugin in the Plugin Database > Hide from list.
Step 2: Create Categories (Folders)
Question: "How should I group my plugins?"
Solution:
Use FL Studio’s Plugin Database to create custom folders. For example:
EQ
Stock: Parametric EQ 2, Fruity EQ 2
Third-party: FabFilter Pro-Q 3, Waves SSL E-Channel
Compressors
Stock: Fruity Compressor, Fruity Limiter
Third-party: Waves CLA-76, FabFilter Pro-C 2
Reverb/Delay
Stock: Fruity Reeverb 2, Delay 3
Third-party: Valhalla VintageVerb, Soundtoys EchoBoy
Saturation/Distortion
Stock: Fruity WaveShaper, Soft Clipper
Third-party: Decapitator, Black Box HG-2
Mastering Tools
Stock: Maximus, Fruity Multiband Compressor
Third-party: iZotope Ozone, FabFilter Pro-L 2
Utility
Stock: Fruity Balance, Stereo Shaper
Third-party: Voxengo SPAN, Waves WLM
How to create folders:
1.
In the Plugin Database, right-click > Create Folder.
2.
Drag-and-drop plugins into your custom folders.
Step 3: Color-Code Plugins
Question: "How can I visually distinguish plugins?"
Solution:
Use FL Studio’s color tagging:
1.
Right-click a plugin in the Channel Rack or Mixer > Color > Choose.
2.
Assign colors by category:
Blue for EQs
Red for Compressors
Green for Reverbs
Purple for Mastering tools
Step 4: Organize Your Mixer Tracks
Question: "How do I set up my mixer for mixing/mastering?"
Solution:
1.
Label mixer tracks by category:
"DRUMS BUS": EQ > Compressor > Saturation
"VOCALS": DeEsser > EQ > Compressor > Reverb
"MASTER": Limiter > Stereo Imager > Metering
2.
Save mixer track presets:
Right-click a mixer track > Save mixer track state as...
Step 5: Use Favorites and Quick Access
Question: "How do I speed up plugin access?"
Solution:
1.
Mark frequently used plugins as Favorites:
Right-click a plugin in the Plugin Database > Add to favorites.
2.
Use FL Studio’s "Plugin Picker" (Ctrl+F8):
Type the plugin name to instantly find it.
Step 6: Template Setup
Question: "Can I save my organization as a template?"
Solution:
1.
Create a custom template with pre-labeled mixer tracks and plugin chains.
Set up your default categories (e.g., Drums, Bass, Master).
Save via File > Save as template.
2.
Example template structure:
Track 1: Kick (EQ > Compressor > Transient Shaper)
Track 2: Snare (EQ > Reverb > Saturation)
Master Track: Ozone 10 > Pro-L 2 > SPAN
Step 7: Workflow Tips for FL Studio
1.
Use Patcher for complex chains:
Create a "Mastering Chain" in Patcher with Ozone, Pro-L 2, and SPAN.
2.
Keyboard shortcuts:
Assign shortcuts to frequently used plugins (e.g., Ctrl+T for Parametric EQ 2).
3.
Preset Management:
Save presets for plugins like Maximus or Fruity Parametric EQ 2 for quick recall.
Example Organized Plugin List for FL Studio
Category Stock Plugins Third-Party Plugins
EQ Parametric EQ 2, Fruity EQ 2 FabFilter Pro-Q 3, Waves SSL E
Compression Fruity Compressor, Maximus Waves CLA-76, Pro-C 2
Reverb/Delay Fruity Reeverb 2, Delay 3 Valhalla VintageVerb, EchoBoy
Saturation Fruity WaveShaper, Soft Clipper Decapitator, Black Box HG-2
Mastering Maximus, Stereo Shaper Ozone 10, Pro-L 2, bx_masterdesk
Metering Fruity Balance Voxengo SPAN, Waves WLM
Final Tips
Back up your database: Export your Plugin Database settings via Options > Manage Plugins > Export database.
Stay updated: FL Studio 21+ has improved plugin management—update to the latest version.
Experiment: Your organization should reflect your workflow. Adjust categories as needed!
By following this system, you’ll spend less time searching for plugins and more time creating pro-level mixes.
