I used to be totally into filter plugs and my old trusty Sherman, but recently I've found myself using the Ableton Auto-Filter all the time with a bunch of distortion plugs... Hmmmm that surely is not good.... Sure it's easy and totally hands-on but I'm finding at the moment that I can tell an Ableton filter a mile off.

What are your guys fave hardware and software filters and why?

Obviously you need a massive character too your filter in a track, but it's all a trade off between CPU, ease of use and sound q, and the filter is one of the key ingredients to a good progression in the sound...

Interesting to know your thoughts here...