CLA 2A vs 3A

[DCrown]

I never saw a LA 2A in real, but know it was used by many artists especially on vocals.
Generally and surprisingly I was never blown away by any emu, also often praised TimP didn't convince me, LaLa2 is ok, but I prefer other plugins on vocals.

[DCrown]

Both are awesome but Waves ones aren't the best versions in plugin land IMO. Also, I don't like the Black Rooster emulation, compression action was very weird and uncontrolled when I tried it, very strange. Maybe I need to try to BRA again on more stuff but I was very confused about why people like it.

Agreed, they seem 'different' than the Waves ones in a way I dont like for some reason. I bought their comps when my WUP ran out a couple years ago and I figured I would replace them. Ended up getting them updated anyways, and something about the Black Roosters just don't sit right with me and if I do use one, I end up pulling out the CLA as usual. Maybe after all these years Im just used to the way the CLA's work and sound, who knows. That and the Studio Collection are the only ones I usually keep updated.

I am curious to know why you updated Waves? I never did and they all still work after years. How much do Waves charge for an update?

[standalone]

How much do Waves charge for an update?

Go to your Waves account and select "Get Waves Update Plan" to check your updates out. Usually, between 12-18 Dollars/Euros per plugin.

[LeVzi2]

But see if they work first, otherwise its money down the drain.

[mothra]

I am curious to know why you updated Waves? I never did and they all still work after years. How much do Waves charge for an update?

Because they were really out of date at the time, and Apple moves way too fast and I like to stay fairly current. Not to mention it only cost like $30 for the whole bundle which is cheaper then buying anyone else's single LA2A plugin.