Universal Audio 1176 Classic Limiter Collection?
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MasteringAddict MasteringAddict https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=623517
- KVRist
- 98 posts since 25 Aug, 2023
I prefer the arturia version over the uad!
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comfortablynick comfortablynick https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=358558 - KVRist
- 338 posts since 15 May, 2015
I picked up the UAD bundle and am quite happy with it so far. This is my first UAD purchase.
I agree with this; they seem to be in the sweet spot and easier to make sound good compared to other 1176 emulations I've used. Either way, I don't think anyone could go wrong for less than $40.kmonkey wrote: Tue Aug 29, 2023 12:06 pm With UA compressors you are somehow always in a sweet spot. You almost can't make them sound bad and they somehow work best on source material as if they hold original material in the best way and control dynamic like a rubber band. Which is quite a subjective opinion but that's it.
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- KVRian
- 631 posts since 10 Jan, 2017
Same - I didn't think I needed another 1176 type compressor but did a shoot out with the UAD (Blue stripe) against the Waves, Overloud (also on sale) and PSP Fetpressor. The others seemed more "hi-fi" but the UAD was the best at holding together a very dynamic and troublesome vocal and will likely become a go-to compressor in future. £40 well spent for me!comfortablynick wrote: Tue Sep 05, 2023 6:19 pm I picked up the UAD bundle and am quite happy with it so far. This is my first UAD purchase.I agree with this; they seem to be in the sweet spot and easier to make sound good compared to other 1176 emulations I've used. Either way, I don't think anyone could go wrong for less than $40.kmonkey wrote: Tue Aug 29, 2023 12:06 pm With UA compressors you are somehow always in a sweet spot. You almost can't make them sound bad and they somehow work best on source material as if they hold original material in the best way and control dynamic like a rubber band. Which is quite a subjective opinion but that's it.
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- KVRAF
- 14477 posts since 16 Feb, 2005 from Planet Earth, Somewhere
Indeed, I am still always surprised when some people prefer others above the UAD 1176 ers...
The only non UAD 1176 I do really like is strange enough sonic academy's one, I think it is called the SA-76.
rsp
The only non UAD 1176 I do really like is strange enough sonic academy's one, I think it is called the SA-76.
rsp
sound sculptist
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comfortablynick comfortablynick https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=358558
- KVRist
- 338 posts since 15 May, 2015
One interesting thing I noticed about these UAD 1176s is that when I turn on the sidechain filter, it results in significantly more compression. Has anyone else noticed this? Something seems off about it. The behavior is completely opposite of any other compressor I've ever used.
I think the manual says it's a 3dB/octave roll-off, so on a drum buss I would expect it to slightly reduce the compression triggered by the kick drum, for example.
I think the manual says it's a 3dB/octave roll-off, so on a drum buss I would expect it to slightly reduce the compression triggered by the kick drum, for example.
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- KVRAF
- 14477 posts since 16 Feb, 2005 from Planet Earth, Somewhere
I have the TrackComp2.. I dont' agree.
But to each their own.
rsp
sound sculptist
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vitocorleone123 vitocorleone123 https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=333504
- KVRAF
- 2503 posts since 30 Jun, 2014 from Pacific NW
I also think TrackComp 2 is right in there with UAD and other top emulations - but a bit harder for me to get going. UAD is a bit better but not by a lot to my ears. I ended up getting the Overloud 1176 for $27, preferring them over UAD (and TC2 1176).
My issue with TC2 is CPU usage on my aging 9900k platform. It’s taken a backseat until I upgrade hopefully next year.
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- KVRAF
- 11332 posts since 18 Aug, 2007 from NYC
I’m pretty sure they don’t have a choice but to compete with PA and wave pricing schemes.vitocorleone123 wrote: Fri Sep 01, 2023 6:02 amYeah - I generally prefer Overloud over UAD, and the 1176 is no different. I purchased the Overloud compressors instead of UAD.MogwaiBoy wrote: Fri Sep 01, 2023 5:27 am Speaking of 1176's and Audio Deluxe, do not overlook the Overloud Comp76 that also just went on sale on that site, cheaper than the UAD too.
Quite unfortunate timing for them as it will probably be completely overshadowed by the UAD sale, but I'm just gonna say... Overloud are just quietly one of the best around. Their LA2A/3A is supreme and held up best in a vs hardware comparison I saw.
Becoming annoyed at UAD pricing games. They look more and more like a other PA or Waves.
If they never sold native versions, they could probably resist, but considering how close the competition is with their emulations of the same hardware units, it just doesn’t make sense to charge significantly more.
That’s just my opinion of it, because before the price drops (with additional discount codes via email) I didn’t understand how they could remain competitive beyond their Spark subscription.
Next, is getting more customers in the UA ecosystem. They just got me in for better or worse and I doubt I’m the only UA-noob who’s been looking for a Waves replacements. I’ll likely buy more things as Native versions are released (unless Softube beats them in pricing).
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- KVRian
- 1115 posts since 31 Aug, 2004
I purchased UAD and week later Overloud. I use Overloud as it introduces much less latency. These plugins are all just insanely good. The main issue is my mixing skills
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- KVRer
- 2 posts since 13 Nov, 2009
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