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In the context of digital audio workstations (DAWs) or audio processing, effects and processors are terms that are often used interchangeably but can have different meanings depending on the context.

1. Effects: These are typically used to alter or modify the sound in some way, such as adding reverb, delay, modulation, distortion, or equalization. They can be used to create special effects, change the tone or timbre of a sound, or correct issues with a recording.

2. Processors: While processors also alter the sound, they are typically used for more general or broad-based changes. Examples of processors include compression, noise gating, and de-essing. These processors reduce the dynamic range of a signal and control the level of a specific frequency band in a signal.

The distinction between the two terms can be subjective, and often comes down to the specific use case or the