Real Grooves REAPER Recording Template – Stock Plug-in Version

For musicians who want a clean, flexible, professional workflow using only REAPER's built-in tools and trusted freeware.

FYI: This recording template isn't locked to any one GUI, so you can use Reaper's default, or change it up- it's fully skinnable. I did build this entirely around REAPER’s stock plug-ins, with thoughtful routing, FX buses, and workflow improvements designed to help you create demos and mixes faster- with better sound. No third-party plug-ins required.

You get a structured, intuitive layout with core tools already dialed in. Perfect for songwriters, producers, or instrumentalists looking to develop and refine their sound using what REAPER already offers.

What's Included:

• Pre-configured tracks for:

• Drums: stereo or multi-out routing w/ ReaComp
• Bass: ReaEQ and JS 1175 Compressor
• Acoustic Guitar: ReaEQ and ReaComp
• Electric Guitar: ReaEQ and ReaComp
• Keyboards: ReaEQ and ReaComp
• Male Vox & Backing Vox: ReaEQ, ReaComp

• FX Aux Sends (all stock or free):
  • Plate, Room, and Hall reverbs
  • Tempo-sync delay
  • Stereo widener
  • Grit channel (tube-style saturation via JS)
  • Optional vocal doubling (see below)

Soundcloud Demo

Suggested Free Plug-ins (not included):

• Vacuumsound ADT – Excellent for doubling vocals naturally
• LoudMax by Thomas Mundt – Transparent brickwall limiter for mix bus control

This template is designed for musicians who simply want to work smarter. Think of it as a solid-sounding launchpad, so you can focus more on being creative. You still have very powerful effects at your fingertips. It's all how far you want to push the boundaries.

If you’re looking to incorporate subtle analog console tone into your tracks, check out the Satson Console version here →

Customer Support & Terms:

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Terms of Use: 100% royalty-free, but redistribution or bundling with third-party products is prohibited.

Refund Policy: Please review all compatibility specifications carefully before purchasing, as refunds on digital products are not permitted.

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