(MSRP ~$129, though often on sale for ~$30–$49). However, there are ways to get it or its functionality for free: Renaissance Vox Vocal Compressor Plugin - Waves Audio

It is included in Waves subscriptions like Waves Essential ($14.99/month) or Waves Ultimate ($24.99/month).

Troubleshooting (brief)

If you want a simple "one-knob" style solution similar to the workflow of Rvox, check out these free VST/AU plugins:

The Waves Renaissance Vox (RVox) plugin is a paid 64-bit dynamics processor that is not permanently free, though it is available via a 7-day trial through Waves Central or during occasional, limited promotions. For a similar, free one-slider experience, users can utilize alternatives like Bertom Vocal Compressor, Vocal Acrobatics (Saint Mike DSP), or a free Patcher clone. For more details, visit Waves Audio .

Within two minutes, Alex had pulled the "Comp" slider down by 6dB, and the vocal suddenly "popped" forward in the mix. It was stable, clear, and professional.