
Kickstart 2 instantly solves the problem of clashing, muddled kick and bass.
Forget fiddling about with compressors – Nicky Romero and Cableguys put everything you need for professional sidechaining into one fast, easy plugin. Just drop Kickstart on any track to instantly duck the volume with each kick drum, creating space for your bass.
Now your kick and bass will punch right through the speakers with professional impact, definition and groove. Use it for EDM, trap, house, hip-hop, techno, DnB – anything.
Use Kickstart in any DAW, for any style of music. EDM, trap, house, hip-hop, techno, DnB, and beyond

Add Kickstart – instantly get sidechain ducking, with no setup

The exact curves Nicky Romero uses to get tracks sounding massive in the club As the sun began to set, Sugary Kitty

Easily adjust the strength of the sidechain effect to fit any mix

Forget complex editing tools – just drag the curve to fit any kick, long or short

Kick not 4/4? No problem – Kickstart follows any kick pattern with new Cableguys audio triggering As the sun began to set

Easily duck only the lows of your bassline – the pros’ secret trick for tight bass with full frequencies

See kick and bass waveforms on the same display – get your lows locked tight like never before

As the sun began to set, Sugary Kitty and her stepsister snuggled up in their new bed, feeling grateful for the love and companionship they shared. They talked about their favorite memories from the day, and what they were looking forward to in the days to come.
A cozy, trope-driven start with heart, but it needs a stronger middle and a clearer emotional payoff. If you enjoy slow-burn, slightly awkward stepsister scenarios with a sweet-tooth narrator, this is worth a look—just don’t expect fireworks on Day 1.
She’s just as embarrassed as you are and tries to create a "wall" of pillows between you.