WaveRider is an AAX plug-in designed to monitor audio signal levels on inserted tracks and generate real-time volume automation within Pro Tools. This tool automatically writes precise volume adjustments directly onto the track automation lane, streamlining the mixing process and eliminating manual fader rides. By analyzing the incoming audio, WaveRider ensures consistent volume management based on the actual signal dynamics.

Unlike traditional dynamic processors, WaveRider adjusts track levels smoothly without introducing coloration or artifacts. It dynamically attenuates or boosts volume depending on the audio input, preserving the natural tone while providing effective level control. After automation is applied, the plug-in can be removed, allowing users to further edit the automation curves as needed, offering flexibility and creative freedom during mixing.

WaveRider offers features such as maintaining a user-defined nominal output level and automatic ducking using volume faders instead of relying on external compressors. It includes an 'Auto Park' function that automatically silences faders during quiet sections, enabling gating and streamlined automatic mixing workflows. These capabilities make WaveRider an efficient tool for achieving balanced mixes with minimal manual intervention.