The Luxonix LFX-1310 is a multi-effects plug-in that I have experience using mostly in Cubase SX 2.0, and later in Cubase 3. It is a free plug-in that I was using in VST format, but I believe also comes in Audio Unit (AU) format as well. It should only take a few minutes to get the plug-in up and running. As far as the interface goes, since it is a multi-effect plug-in, the parameters will differ from sound to sound. Basically it's got a whole bunch of different presets that you can alter with the parameters that come up for each one. It's a fairly user friendly interface, as I remember catching on quickly. A manual won't be necessary for most users.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

For a plug-in that has a good amount going on, the Luxonix LFX-1310 actually holds it's ground pretty well. When I had, it I was running on a Hewlett Packard Pavilion dv8000 lap top with a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. I used this plug-in all the time and can't remember ever having any issue with it. I didn't run it on every track, but I could have a bunch of them running simultaneously.

OVERALL OPINION

The Luxonix LFX-1310 was one of my favorite plug-ins to use when I was running Cubase SX. I didn't use it for basic signal processing like equalization or compression, rather I used it for reverb, delay, and other effects. The presets are great in that they give you a great starting point to work with, and often end up just getting the job done right off the bat. I can't remember some of the names of my favorite presets since it has been a while, but I really can't say a bad thing about this piece of freeware. If you're running a platform where VST and AU plug-ins are compatible, I don't see a reason why you shouldn't check out the LFX-1310.