VCA Compressor

The hardware that served as the foundation for our VCA Compressor model is renowned for its unique and celebrated quirks, particularly its distinctive hard knee compression curve and the enriching harmonic content introduced during the gain stages.

While preserving the vintage charm, including the characteristic grabby nature and distinctive attributes like RMS level detection and feed-forward gain reduction, we've seamlessly integrated a range of contemporary features into the VCA Compressor for modern mixing and production. This amalgamation results in a remarkable blend of snap and brilliance, coupled with the exceptional sound quality synonymous with Softube and an optimized workflow.

Crafted by experts and steeped in legacy, our history of emulating professional audio equipment spans two decades. Collaborations with esteemed brands such as Tube-Tech, Solid State Logic, Chandler Limited, and Marshall Amplification underscore our prowess in translating analog benchmarks into software form. VCA Compressor is a testament to this legacy, maintaining the classic essence of the original hardware, elevating the sound quality, and introducing modern enhancements.

VCA Compressor exudes the cherished analog character admired by many, augmented by DAW-compatible attributes and expanded parameters. The new Sidechain section (featuring punch, filter, and external gain), Dry/Wet control, and Drive functionality offer opportunities for introducing harmonic richness. The Stereo Link allows seamless toggling between Stereo Linked mode, synchronizing Left and Right gain reduction, and Unlinked Dual Mono mode, permitting independent control for the Left and Right channels.

Additionally, the High Frequency Make-up feature compensates for minor high-frequency loss during compression. While it excels at lending snappiness to snares, it proves equally adept at imparting texture, brilliance, and attack to guitars, as well as enhancing low-end cohesion and weight for bass sounds.

Don't miss out on Icons: The Compressor Collection, an assembly of meticulously captured compressors that have etched their mark on the industry and endured the test of time, perfectly aligned with cutting-edge workflows.

For an even more streamlined experience, rest assured that this plug-in seamlessly integrates with Console 1, our comprehensive mixing system.

Features:

• VCA Compressor faithfully emulates a coveted compressor renowned for its signature snappy sound.
• Versatile for adding warmth, weight, and cohesion to bass, guitars, and vocals, as well as achieving impactful, snappy snares or bold room channels.
• Modern features include Drive, a Sidechain section, Stereo Link, High Frequency Make-up, and Dry/Wet controls.
• Console 1-ready.
• Included in the Icons: The Compressor Collection suite.