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Here is the order page for the ssl G series 4000 compressor clone. Hopefully all questions will be answered and you can check out the sound samples.

Background

So if your not familiar with the compressor here's a little info.

The Compressor comes from the classic SSL G 4000 console, in which it was a built in module. It's also known as SSL buss compressor, 4000 compressor and the fx g384. It's a solid state analog vca based design.

The compressor became well known as a great mix buss compressor & was used on countless hit records by famous engineers. Also sounds very good one drums. In the 90's people were taking apart SSL desks to rack up the compressor. In response SSL released their own rack version. These became very sought after & will set you back about 2 or 3 grand. There have been newer revisions which are between 1 & 2 grand. Waves also released a vst version.

The compressor is probably best known as 'the Glue' as when used as master insert when mixing it will just glue the track together giving it a smooth colour & more finished sound. This is known as mix buss compression & my main drive in building this, well drum buss use too!

So to sum up, classic compressor, very good as mix buss compressor & drum bus compressor.

the prototype clone pictured above.

The clone & building process

Each build takes a week to complete and four are made each month. Everything is hand made, from the case to each individual wire soldered. Parts are selected for the best performance and are of high quality. I use wima and panasonic FC gold caps for example. I take a lot of pride in my work and the little details bug me, so I do my best to ensure the quality is there inside and out.

Once all the building is done the clone has to pass a series of tests and finishes with a 24 hour burn in test.

The clone I'm offering is a part for part clone, meaning there are only a few slight changes to the design. These are in the power supply circuit, balanced in and out & simple improvements like gain make up bypass.

I've done a Huge amount of research in putting this together & have tried out different techniques in building. I've tried to get the look right with vintage meter & custom knobs like the original.

The sound is extremely close to the original & makes the plugin sound flat as hell!!! I rate it would be it would be to tell the difference between the original & clone.

Each of my clones will have a serial number. I can't imagine making a huge amount of these so they will be one off pieces of gear.

The clone runs whisper quiet unlike many of the other clones out there. This is due to separated power rails and extra smoothing of the power rails.

Some spec info

Balanced inputs & outputs on TRS jacks or XLR
Stereo compression
All analog
Compression ratios of 2,4 & 10 to 1
Attack settings of 0.1, 0.3, 1, 3, 10 & 30 milliseconds
Release settings of 0.1, 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 seconds & auto release (2.4)
Make-up gain: 0 to 20dB adjustable
Threshold: -20 to +20dBm
Input: 50K Ohm electronically balanced
Output: 100 Ohm electronically balanced
19″ 1ru enclousure
Power is provided by standard kettle lead (included)

Sound Samples

I have some audio demos of the transformer mod and turbo, standard differences. Perfect for A/bing

All the samples start with untreated sounds then I put the compressor in, there are 4 sections, drums, mix buss, vocals & acoustic guitar.

Mods & Customisation

So one big advantage of a clone us mods & customisation right!!! I'm open to suggestions too.

Buttons and knobs come is a wide range of colours and can be combined. just let me know what you would like.

High pass filter

The original had a tendency for compression to kick in too quickly if a bass heavy signal was used. This means it would compress bass more than the rest of the spectrum. This makes working with bass heavy stuff bit more difficult. Not ideal.

Solution is a high pass filter on the threshold sidechain. Frequency Options for the high pass filter are 80hz, 160hz or 300hz. I could even put in all three & make them selectable from the front panel. This doesn't effect the signal just the compression threshold.

External sidechain input

Jack socket in the back for inputting external sidechain trigger. This would be switchable on the front on & off. Classic ducking and creative side chaining techniques.

Turbo (oxford) mods

The turbo mod duplicates the Sidechain of the compressor therefore making it stereo. To break this down a standard SSL has the stereo left and right channels summed to mono for the sidechain. This mod reverses this so it is stereo. Some people prefer the turbo mods and others don't. Both have different behaviour. Mono sidechains can have more compression on bass and centre panned audio, stereo sidechains don't but compression can happen if one side of the stereo field hits the threshold before the other. This mod is switchable from the front panel and can be installed with the HPF and external sidechain mods.

Sifam knobs

Sifam knobs that are exactly the same as real SSL ones. Standard is blue caps but come in a range of colours.

Neve Carnhill transformer mod

Neve carnhill transformers on an SSL… YES! Basically this mod adds a pair of transformers on the output. These can be switched in or out of the circuit from the front panel. They can also be used in bypass as a tool for colouring mixes. These transformers were picked out of a bunch of different brands due to them having just the right amount of colour for the master buss. Expect to hear bigger bottom end, smoother mids and a pleasant subtle sheen across the top end.

This mod has proved to be very popular!

Cost

There a few clones out there on the market at the moment, some commercial, some diy. Commercial units are nearly the cost of an original, about £1500.

I've kept the cost down by bulk buying parts & not making much profit for making the units. To me it has to be affordable!!!

Current price list is below. Sadly I had to raise the price in 2017 due to global economic changes. This was a tough decision but had to be done. I decided to offer three models of the clones with different prices. The most popular has been the fully modded one.

Standard clone £500
includes.
Selectable HPF mod
External Sidechain mod

Turbo clone £600
Turbo mod
Selectable HPF mod
External Sidechain mod
XLR input and out mods

Transformer mod £135
switchable Neve carnhill output transformers

Fully modded – £700
All of the mods, Turbo, Transformer, HPF, external sidechain and XLR in/out

Shipping

I am happy to ship anywhere in the uk using courier (DPD or UPS) it will cost roughly £20-25 for next day insured delivery uk and 3-5 days internationally. Collection in person from Manchester is preferred as I like to meet everyone :-). I can ship internationally and have successfully sent clones to USA, Canada, Japan, Finland, Iceland, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Ireland, Israel and more. The clones will be wired to work on your countries voltage.

Ordering

All orders are now processed via Nekotronics, a company I setup for all clone and repair work. You will receive invoices and confirmation from Nekotronics.

The ordering process works as follows. Each clone takes 1 week to make and is made to order. If there's a few orders there will be a waiting list. A deposit of 50% of the total amount is required to secure a build slot. The rest, along with the shipping, is due on completion. Build slots fill up fast and is based on a first come first served basis.

Everything is handled with paypal or bank transfer, which ever you feel comfortable with.

To order just drop me an email at hello@nekotronics.net title SSL clone. Remember to say what mods or customisations you want doing. Also any questions please email me.

The clone will be covered via warranty with Nekotronics for 1 year. This covers any failure of the unit build or part wise. I will offer support/servicing for these indefinitely and expect them to be around for a long time!

Waiting list

I Will keep this updated as much as possible but changes frequently so best to contact me to check.

Updated June/2018

Feb – SSL 001
March – SSL002
April – SSL003
May – No serial – sold on eBay
June – No serial – sold on eBay
Sept – SSL004
Oct/Nov – SSL005
Dec – SSL006
Jan 2015 – SSL007
March 2015 – SSL008
May 2015 – SSL009
June – SSL010 🙂
July – SSL011
August – SSL012
Sept – SSL013 & 015
October – SSL016 & 017

October 2015 – May 2016 – SSL018-024
May 2016 – December 2016 – SSL024 – 036

January 2017 – August 2017 – SSL037 – 060

August 2017 – November 2017 – SSL060 – 072

December 2017 – February 2018 – SSL072- 082

February 2018 – June 2018 – SSL082 – SSL100 🙂

June 2018 – August 2018 – SSL100 – SSL113

August 2018 – October 2018 – SSL114 – SSL122

October 2018 – Febuary 2019 SSL 122 – 143

Feb 2019 – September 2019 SSL 143 – 160

The next available build slots are for January 2020 onwards. There is high demand at the moment. Please contact me at hello@nekotronics.net for latest availability.

Build photos

2017-2018 clones

Fully modded SSL clone but with Turbo switch removed and permanently on. Sifam knobs to finish.

SSL sifam knobs and custom cream finish

SSL Transformer modded & light blue knobs

Ssl Comp Stereo Vst Free

Not just SSL's custom 1176's and Stereo tube compressors

Waiting to ship. Turbo modded, Transformer modded and Fully modded SSL clones

Free

Lovely mastering chain. Tube compressor, Transformer modded SSL and Pultec EQ

2016 Clones




No audio toolbox would be complete without a compressor. They are some of the most versatile pieces of gear with complex and simplistic functions alike.

Coloration, check…dynamic control, check…mix glue, check. Varied circuit designs in analog compressors make certain models better for one task than another and with the design of digital compressors, choosing the right tool for the job can become more difficult.

Plugins have been attempting to model their real-deal analog counterparts for years, but also offer some new innovations to the world of gain reduction. Check out these awesome plugins and listen to what a proper compressor can do for you.

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FabFilter Pro C2

For those looking for a great 'do everything' compressor, the FabFilter Pro C2 has exactly what you need and a ton more. This compressor manages to pack eight compression character styles, lookahead gain reduction, 4x oversampling, mid/side control, and the ability to affect each channel independently or linked as a stereo pair with the Stereo Link control into one of the most incredible interface designs plugins have seen.

The eight modes of the compressor allow the Pro C2 to add some coloration to your mixes. Version 2 adds five new modes: Vocal, Mastering, Bus, Punch, and Pumping to give you access to tailored responses to match what you are working on.

Mastering engineers will appreciate the new metering. The size and the accuracy of these meters have increased, and FabFilter adjusted the Pro C2 to comply with the EBU R128 loudness standard. Combine this with the 4x oversampling and GPU acceleration and you have one accurate plugin.

All of this functionality and versatility make this compressor a great choice for any engineer looking for a lot of features in one package. Check out the FabFilter Pro C2 for access to a large toolset within one beautiful plugin.

Waves SSL G-Master Buss Compressor

There are several reasons engineers have opted to use a stereo compressor on their master bus. When mixing into a compressor, engineers are often looking for more 'glue' to their mix or they are after a certain coloration. Check out our article on Mix Bus Compression for more information.

One of the most legendary examples is the compressor from the SSL 4000 G console's master section. Thanks to SSL and Waves, this emulation can bring you the tone of those boards for vintage coloration and the 'glue' effect of this legendary console. To build on its accuracy to the original, Waves added modeled analog hum from the SSL 4000 G for even more coloration abilities.

This plugin is typically used for master bus compression, but also shines when your goal is to tighten up drums or piano. If you need a way to add the glue and polish to your mixes, check out the Waves SSL G-Master Buss Compressor.

Universal Audio Teletronix LA-2A

Among all hardware compressors, there are a couple that stand out as studio legends. One of those legends is the Teletronix LA-2A. The LA-2A is an optical compressor with a tube output stage. Featuring slower attack and release times, and vibe to spare, the LA-2A has become known for its warmth and character that can be heard on countless records. Universal Audio, the current manufacturer of the reissue hardware, decided that rebuilding the legendary compressor wouldn't be enough. As a part of their UAD plugins, they took it upon themselves to get all of the famous sounds modeled into their Teletronix LA-2A.

As an optical compressor, most of the common uses of 2As include instruments with fewer transients and vocals. Bass and vocals have been commonly treated with this style of compression, both for its smoother gain reduction and in the case of the LA-2A, for the warmth of the tube output stage.

The plugin offers three variations of the compressor. The LA2 has the slowest attack and release like many 1950s compressors, while the gray and silver models have medium-fast attack and release for a more typical response similar to the vintage LA-2As that have earned their legendary status. Just like the hardware, there aren't many controls. Output gain and peak reduction controls are available as well as the ability to change metering and switch between limiting and compressing. If warm, tune-aided optical compression is what you are shooting for, but you're short the $3,000 to buy the hardware, check this out. There's got to be some reason it's on so many records.

PSP Audioware VintageWarmer2

PSP Audioware created a multi-faceted set of plugins when they created the VintageWarmer2. Having three modes of operation and precise emulation of analog equipment, the VintageWarmer2 is a great compressor for mixing and mastering with tons of analog saturation available.

The first mode, called MicroWarmer aims features speed, release, drive, low, high, knee, and output controls. With the addition of the shelving EQ section, this mode can be used for tone shaping while offering a scaled-back, CPU-friendly compressor. The second mode is a direct successor to the original VintageWarmer. It aims to keep low latency while adding brick wall limiting, multi-band compression, frequency selection for the EQ shelves, and more release settings. The third mode, VintageWarmer2, features the FAT mode. This mode allows the plugin to double sample incoming audio for more an improved analog sound.

The plugin has become known for its characteristics when overloaded. PSP aimed to make the VintageWarmer2 exhibit tape like qualities when pushed to overloading. Because of this, the plugin is very useful for coloration, saturation, and of course, compression. For a good emulation of analog processing that can be added effectively to a mix or master, check out the VintageWarmer2.

Tokyo Dawn Labs TDR Kotelnikov

Ssl Comp Stereo Vst Free

For the engineers who want smooth compression that doesn't sound too obvious, the TDR Kotelnikov is a good place to start. Not only is there an entirely free version, but there is also a lot of flexibility available here to tailor your compression characteristics to taste.

The controls allow for threshold, peak crest, soft knee, ratio, attack, and two release times. Most of the controls function just as they would on other compressors. The Peak Crest knob can be viewed as a blend control for what the plugin is reacting to. The higher the setting, the more the Kotelnikov reacts to RMS level, the lower the setting, the more it reacts to the peak level. The control can be set to allow for only peak or only RMS, but the ability to blend the two reactions together allows for smooth and configurable reduction. The Kotelnikov allows for high pass filtering as well as stereo sensitivity. This allows for more precise control over what is making your compressor react.

Ssl Comp Stereo Vst Free Download

The plugin function well in both bus and individual track scenarios. The tone of this plugin allows the original timbre and tone of your material to shine through. With no form of hardware emulation present in the plugin, the TDR Kotelnikov is a new type of digital compressor looking to make a name for its clean, uncolored gluing. Rounding out its features with oversampling and 64-bit processing, the TDR Kotelnikov is worth looking into for your transparent compression needs.

iZotope Ozone 8 Dynamics

iZotope has made a name for itself in the world of mastering and audio restoration. With plugin suites like RX and Ozone, it is clear to see why. The tools provided in these suites are second to none for critical audio work. Within Ozone 8, the Dynamics plugin stands out for its precise control and many options.

Combining the functionality of a quality limiter with a quality compressor is the first thing that makes this plugin so great. Fine-tuning how your mixes and masters sound with this level of accuracy ensures that your finished audio will sound just as you intended. Since its main goal is to act as a mastering compressor, it features mid/side processing, advanced metering, and variable look-ahead times.

The detection filter feature gives even more configuration options over how the incoming signal will affect the compressor's detection algorithms. Using high pass and tilt modes, the signal can be tuned to have a greater or lesser effect on the compression being used. Other useful features such as learn mode can set where the crossover points used for multiband mode are.

This compressor lends itself to those who need clean compression with lots of versatility. Check this out when mastering as many of its features are geared towards polishing rather than coloring a mix.

Waves CLA-76

The Urei 1176 is one of the most popular hardware compressors in existence. It is capable of incredibly fast attack and release times due to its FET circuit, and infamously features 'backward' attack and release potentiometers. Waves skipped no details and left those knobs exactly the way they were when designing this plugin.

The interface mirrors the controls of an analog 1176. The plugin allows for analog hum to be added at fifty or sixty cycles if desired. Depending on which revision mode you choose, you will have entirely different characters available in CLA-76. 'Bluey' models the Blue Stripe revision which gives a little more edge to the sound due to hotter gain staging while 'Blacky' models the 1176-LN model. Featuring less noise and smoother response, this mode gives a cleaner color to your tracks.

Due to its fast attack and release, this compressor can be useful for transient heavy material such as percussion. The punch that the CLA-76 adds to drums is great whenever you need big drum sounds. If you are after the sounds of the real deal Urei 1176, the Waves CLA-76 can get you started with presets from Chris Lord-Alge. If you have used the hardware before, you will feel right at home. Check out the legendary sounds of the CLA-76.

Ssl Comp Stereo Vst Free

Not just SSL's custom 1176's and Stereo tube compressors

Waiting to ship. Turbo modded, Transformer modded and Fully modded SSL clones

Lovely mastering chain. Tube compressor, Transformer modded SSL and Pultec EQ

2016 Clones




No audio toolbox would be complete without a compressor. They are some of the most versatile pieces of gear with complex and simplistic functions alike.

Coloration, check…dynamic control, check…mix glue, check. Varied circuit designs in analog compressors make certain models better for one task than another and with the design of digital compressors, choosing the right tool for the job can become more difficult.

Plugins have been attempting to model their real-deal analog counterparts for years, but also offer some new innovations to the world of gain reduction. Check out these awesome plugins and listen to what a proper compressor can do for you.

FabFilter Pro C2

For those looking for a great 'do everything' compressor, the FabFilter Pro C2 has exactly what you need and a ton more. This compressor manages to pack eight compression character styles, lookahead gain reduction, 4x oversampling, mid/side control, and the ability to affect each channel independently or linked as a stereo pair with the Stereo Link control into one of the most incredible interface designs plugins have seen.

The eight modes of the compressor allow the Pro C2 to add some coloration to your mixes. Version 2 adds five new modes: Vocal, Mastering, Bus, Punch, and Pumping to give you access to tailored responses to match what you are working on.

Mastering engineers will appreciate the new metering. The size and the accuracy of these meters have increased, and FabFilter adjusted the Pro C2 to comply with the EBU R128 loudness standard. Combine this with the 4x oversampling and GPU acceleration and you have one accurate plugin.

All of this functionality and versatility make this compressor a great choice for any engineer looking for a lot of features in one package. Check out the FabFilter Pro C2 for access to a large toolset within one beautiful plugin.

Waves SSL G-Master Buss Compressor

There are several reasons engineers have opted to use a stereo compressor on their master bus. When mixing into a compressor, engineers are often looking for more 'glue' to their mix or they are after a certain coloration. Check out our article on Mix Bus Compression for more information.

One of the most legendary examples is the compressor from the SSL 4000 G console's master section. Thanks to SSL and Waves, this emulation can bring you the tone of those boards for vintage coloration and the 'glue' effect of this legendary console. To build on its accuracy to the original, Waves added modeled analog hum from the SSL 4000 G for even more coloration abilities.

This plugin is typically used for master bus compression, but also shines when your goal is to tighten up drums or piano. If you need a way to add the glue and polish to your mixes, check out the Waves SSL G-Master Buss Compressor.

Universal Audio Teletronix LA-2A

Among all hardware compressors, there are a couple that stand out as studio legends. One of those legends is the Teletronix LA-2A. The LA-2A is an optical compressor with a tube output stage. Featuring slower attack and release times, and vibe to spare, the LA-2A has become known for its warmth and character that can be heard on countless records. Universal Audio, the current manufacturer of the reissue hardware, decided that rebuilding the legendary compressor wouldn't be enough. As a part of their UAD plugins, they took it upon themselves to get all of the famous sounds modeled into their Teletronix LA-2A.

As an optical compressor, most of the common uses of 2As include instruments with fewer transients and vocals. Bass and vocals have been commonly treated with this style of compression, both for its smoother gain reduction and in the case of the LA-2A, for the warmth of the tube output stage.

The plugin offers three variations of the compressor. The LA2 has the slowest attack and release like many 1950s compressors, while the gray and silver models have medium-fast attack and release for a more typical response similar to the vintage LA-2As that have earned their legendary status. Just like the hardware, there aren't many controls. Output gain and peak reduction controls are available as well as the ability to change metering and switch between limiting and compressing. If warm, tune-aided optical compression is what you are shooting for, but you're short the $3,000 to buy the hardware, check this out. There's got to be some reason it's on so many records.

PSP Audioware VintageWarmer2

PSP Audioware created a multi-faceted set of plugins when they created the VintageWarmer2. Having three modes of operation and precise emulation of analog equipment, the VintageWarmer2 is a great compressor for mixing and mastering with tons of analog saturation available.

The first mode, called MicroWarmer aims features speed, release, drive, low, high, knee, and output controls. With the addition of the shelving EQ section, this mode can be used for tone shaping while offering a scaled-back, CPU-friendly compressor. The second mode is a direct successor to the original VintageWarmer. It aims to keep low latency while adding brick wall limiting, multi-band compression, frequency selection for the EQ shelves, and more release settings. The third mode, VintageWarmer2, features the FAT mode. This mode allows the plugin to double sample incoming audio for more an improved analog sound.

The plugin has become known for its characteristics when overloaded. PSP aimed to make the VintageWarmer2 exhibit tape like qualities when pushed to overloading. Because of this, the plugin is very useful for coloration, saturation, and of course, compression. For a good emulation of analog processing that can be added effectively to a mix or master, check out the VintageWarmer2.

Tokyo Dawn Labs TDR Kotelnikov

Ssl Comp Stereo Vst Free

For the engineers who want smooth compression that doesn't sound too obvious, the TDR Kotelnikov is a good place to start. Not only is there an entirely free version, but there is also a lot of flexibility available here to tailor your compression characteristics to taste.

The controls allow for threshold, peak crest, soft knee, ratio, attack, and two release times. Most of the controls function just as they would on other compressors. The Peak Crest knob can be viewed as a blend control for what the plugin is reacting to. The higher the setting, the more the Kotelnikov reacts to RMS level, the lower the setting, the more it reacts to the peak level. The control can be set to allow for only peak or only RMS, but the ability to blend the two reactions together allows for smooth and configurable reduction. The Kotelnikov allows for high pass filtering as well as stereo sensitivity. This allows for more precise control over what is making your compressor react.

Ssl Comp Stereo Vst Free Download

The plugin function well in both bus and individual track scenarios. The tone of this plugin allows the original timbre and tone of your material to shine through. With no form of hardware emulation present in the plugin, the TDR Kotelnikov is a new type of digital compressor looking to make a name for its clean, uncolored gluing. Rounding out its features with oversampling and 64-bit processing, the TDR Kotelnikov is worth looking into for your transparent compression needs.

iZotope Ozone 8 Dynamics

iZotope has made a name for itself in the world of mastering and audio restoration. With plugin suites like RX and Ozone, it is clear to see why. The tools provided in these suites are second to none for critical audio work. Within Ozone 8, the Dynamics plugin stands out for its precise control and many options.

Combining the functionality of a quality limiter with a quality compressor is the first thing that makes this plugin so great. Fine-tuning how your mixes and masters sound with this level of accuracy ensures that your finished audio will sound just as you intended. Since its main goal is to act as a mastering compressor, it features mid/side processing, advanced metering, and variable look-ahead times.

The detection filter feature gives even more configuration options over how the incoming signal will affect the compressor's detection algorithms. Using high pass and tilt modes, the signal can be tuned to have a greater or lesser effect on the compression being used. Other useful features such as learn mode can set where the crossover points used for multiband mode are.

This compressor lends itself to those who need clean compression with lots of versatility. Check this out when mastering as many of its features are geared towards polishing rather than coloring a mix.

Waves CLA-76

The Urei 1176 is one of the most popular hardware compressors in existence. It is capable of incredibly fast attack and release times due to its FET circuit, and infamously features 'backward' attack and release potentiometers. Waves skipped no details and left those knobs exactly the way they were when designing this plugin.

The interface mirrors the controls of an analog 1176. The plugin allows for analog hum to be added at fifty or sixty cycles if desired. Depending on which revision mode you choose, you will have entirely different characters available in CLA-76. 'Bluey' models the Blue Stripe revision which gives a little more edge to the sound due to hotter gain staging while 'Blacky' models the 1176-LN model. Featuring less noise and smoother response, this mode gives a cleaner color to your tracks.

Due to its fast attack and release, this compressor can be useful for transient heavy material such as percussion. The punch that the CLA-76 adds to drums is great whenever you need big drum sounds. If you are after the sounds of the real deal Urei 1176, the Waves CLA-76 can get you started with presets from Chris Lord-Alge. If you have used the hardware before, you will feel right at home. Check out the legendary sounds of the CLA-76.

Softube Tube-Tech CL 1B

Another hardware emulation of a classic compressor. The Tube-Tech CL 1B is another great example of what a killer optical compressor can do for your tracks. Considered to be a 'go-to' compressor for vocals of many genres, the CL 1B has demonstrated time and time again what smooth compression is great for. Softube did a painstaking recreation of the classic hardware and succeeded in maintaining its smooth and transparent tones.

The controls on the plugin mirror the hardware with a few small changes. In addition to gain, attack, release, threshold, and ratio controls, the plugin allows for parallel compression to be done from within the plugin. Save yourself an auxiliary track and use the knob to blend the perfect amount of compression into your mixes. On top of this, a sidechain low cut 'switch' was added to the plugin for additional tweaking options.

This compressor has made itself known for its use with vocals, but many bassists have sworn by the CL 1B as well. It may be worth trying out on a master bus for the transparent and smooth tones it can yield. If a more transparent optical compression is what your mix needs, you won't find much better than the CL 1B.

Klanghelm MJUC

Variable-mu compressors have been popular choices for bus compression for years. Hardware like the Fairchild 670 and the Manley Vari-Mu have become standards in high-end studios, and have graced many records with their smooth, colored tones. For those of us who cannot drop $30,000 on a Fairchild or even $4,400 for a Manley, Klanghelm has sought to help out.

The MJUC was designed to emulate the best of every variable-mu compressor Klanghelm could get their hands on. The result is a collection that reaches back to the 1950s in available sounds. Model Mk1 offers the most coloration, ranging into dense and thick textures. Model Mk2 looks to emulate designs from the 1960s. It adds four ratios to choose from as well as Density and IStage buttons for more color choices. The density switch adds a second vari-mu stage to reduce the dependence upon where you have your attack and release settings. Model Mk3 looks to be the most Hi-Fi and sounds similar to a 670 in the way that it adds punch.

The price of this plugin makes the desirable effect of variable-mu compression available to the masses. The MJUC's versatility and inclusion of different levels of coloration make this a great plugin for any mix or master. The elder scrolls v skyrim free download mac. For more information on variable-mu compressors, check out our article on Mix Bus Compression.

MeldaProduction MCompressor

Melda Production's MCompressor is one of those plugins that surprises you as you use it. The feature set is very large, and the price tag is very small making complex issues much easier to handle for every engineer who faces them.

To start, the plugin features a transparent tone allowing for straightforward compression with no additional color. It features input/output gain, attack, release, RMS, threshold, and ratio controls as well as three knee modes with size adjustment. This section alone allows for many useful changes to make to your mixes and masters, but the MCompressor does not stop there. It adds mid/side processing, upsampling, a safety limiter, and automatic gain compensation for increased functionality.

The MCompressor can be linked to operate in stereo or unlinked for different compression of separate channels in your incoming signal. To make this plugin even more enjoyable to use, the entire UI can be edited to fit your style or to match your DAW. When transparency, a large list of features, and a small price tag are what your mix needs, Melda Production has your back with the MCompressor.

Conclusion: Whether you are new to engineering or you are a seasoned professional, compression can be one of the harder topics. Luckily, the options in sound quality, configurability, and features allow every engineer a toolkit to accomplish their goals. Whether mixing or mastering, compression becomes important for dynamics, color, and glue. These differences may seem small at first, but their impact on your mixes is noticeable.

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