Compressors

Universal Audio's newest UAFX pedals each offer authentic emulations of sought-after vintage processors and boast a more compact form factor than the line-up’s previous offerings.

Kazrog's latest plug-in emulates the Class-A optical compressor and six-band equaliser found in Avalon's VT-747SP, and is officially licenced by Avalon Designs themselves.

The latest addition to STL Tones' modelling channel strip plug-in makes it possible for users to replicate their own hardware and software processing chains.

The eccentric-looking LOLCOMP offers a combination of compression and tone-shaping tools, and aims to provide users with a fast and intuitive way to find the sound they’re looking for.

GC Audio's latest hardware unit houses two channels of EQ, compression, saturation and limiting, and is capable of operating as a dual mono, stereo, or mid-side processor. 

Based on SSL's first console, the B-DYN dynamics module offers an aggressive, ‘grabby’ character that is very different from their later E- and 9000-Series designs.

Ivor Drawmer, audio electronics engineer and founder of British pro audio manufacturer Drawmer Electronics, has sadly passed away.

On 2 and 3 August 2023, Soundtoys will donate all of their sales proceeds to non-profit organisations providing relief to flood victims in Vermont, USA.

Pairing a quick and easy interface with a more advanced, in-depth editing page, AIR Sprite promises to be as simple or as complex as the user desires.

SSL's latest plug-in offers three independent bands of G-Series compression, as well as variable saturation controls and a range of side-chain routing and processing options.

Slate Digital's new online mastering service promises to give mixes the clarity, space and depth they need to compete with modern chart-topping hits.

Fuse Compressor has been designed to provide a quick and simple way of setting up multi-band compression, but still offers plenty of in-depth control for those who wish to fine-tune the results. 

Savings of 50% are now available on individual Arturia software instruments, effects plug-ins and sound banks until 15 August 2023.

Scheps Omni Channel 2 expands on the feature set of its predecessor with new compressor, saturation and filter options, as well as adding support for third-party insert plug-ins.

Kingpin and Iris bring an affordable germanium overdrive and simple optical compressor to Coppersound's Mini Series line-up.

Boss’ new ME-90 multi-effects pedal combines amp modelling and impulse response loading with a range of effects derived from their flagship GT-1000 unit.

Pristine Peaks IE is a streamlined version of RJ Studio’s mastering limiter plug-in which has been expanded and optimised to support a range of multi-channel formats. 

Multiband X6 aims to make multi-band dynamics processing more approachable and enjoyable, whilst still providing the comprehensive feature set and sound quality demanded by serious audio professionals.

Gold Clip is a versatile plug-in that offers a combination of clipping, compression, saturation, peak contour processing and more, and can be used for mixing and mastering duties as well as creative effects.