Aaron Shippey, founder of PluginProof

About PluginProof

I'm Aaron, founder of PluginProof. I help audio software developers test and ship better products.

I specialize in exploratory and risk-based testing for audio plugins, using real-world workflows to uncover bugs, compatibility issues, unexpected behavior, and edge cases that scripted testing can miss.

I also provide technical documentation support, helping turn complex audio products into clear, accurate documentation that musicians can actually use.

My approach combines hands-on product testing with a growing technical understanding of DSP, plugin architecture, DAWs, and music production. AI and automation are used where they make the work more efficient, while technical judgment and product understanding remain at the center.

PluginProof exists to provide specialized quality and technical services for audio software companies—helping them improve their products without having to build every capability in-house.

Audio Software Quality Services

Specialized testing and technical services for developers of audio plugins and music software.

Exploratory Testing

Explore your product beyond scripted test cases to uncover unexpected behavior, edge cases, and problems that real users may encounter.

  • Real-world musician workflows
  • Feature and interaction testing
  • Edge-case exploration
  • State and project recall
  • Reproducible bug reports

Risk-Based Testing

Focus testing where failure matters most by identifying and prioritizing the highest-risk features, workflows, and interactions.

  • Release risk assessment
  • High-risk feature identification
  • Compatibility risk analysis
  • Regression-focused testing
  • Prioritized findings and recommendations

Technical Documentation

Create and improve accurate, useful documentation for complex audio software, supported by AI-assisted workflows.

  • User manuals and product guides
  • Feature and workflow documentation
  • Documentation audits
  • Technical accuracy reviews
  • AI-assisted drafting and maintenance

Additional testing, automation, and technical services will be introduced as PluginProof expands its capabilities.

Testing Environment

Testing coverage is continually expanding as PluginProof develops its hardware and software environment.

macOS

  • Apple Silicon
  • Logic Pro
  • Ableton Live
  • REAPER

Windows (Coming Soon)

  • Modern PC — specifications forthcoming
  • REAPER
  • Ableton Live

Let's Improve Your Product

Have a plugin release coming up or a product that needs a closer look? Let's discuss how PluginProof can help.

Discuss Your Project

Or reach me directly at aaron@pluginproof.com